Great guitar-based songs with expert lyrics in styles from Texas blues to classic R&B to soul.

13 MP3 Songs
BLUES: Guitar Blues, BLUES: Electric Blues

Details:
Original member of Roomful of Blues, longtime writing partner and sideman for Duke Robillard, Al Basile writes songs in classic blues and roots styles with a fresh lyrical perspective. Groovinâ in the Mood Room is a followup to his successful 2005 title Blue Ink, and features Al singing thirteen of his songs with world class backing - Duke on all guitar parts and piano (his first recorded solo), frequent Robillard mate Marty Ballou on electric bass, and current Duke Robillard Band drummer Mark Teixeira.

The stripped down rhythm section allows Duke free rein to create guitar parts which complement the strong grooves. He employs his usual array of electric and acoustic guitars, and adds dobro on the Delbert McClinton-inspired âYour Rights.â As producer and main soloist, Duke continues to find the perfect sounds and settings for the broad range of Basileâs songs. The infectious rhythm makes this sound like a record for exuberant dancers, while those who listen to lyrics will find the adult stance, economy of storytelling, and high level of craftsmanship theyâve come to expect from all of Al Basileâs songs.

Groovinâ in the Mood Room uses the roots of rock - blues, classic R&B, and soul - to reinvent classic rock nâ roll for adults who want to hear something new they can relate to. Call it Neo-Classic, call it Boomerrock (âWeâre Not Dead Yet!â) - it has something for those who like to dance, and those who like to really listen. From rockabilly and country to 60âs backwards guitar, from Texas blues to Memphis soul, every song Basile serves up is lean and tasty. And you can hear the fun theyâre having in the Mood Room right through your speakers.

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