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CD49
BOBBY MANRIQUEZ
ANOTHER SHADE OF BLUE(S)
(Independent)
www.b-side-blues.com
Chances are you probably haven't heard of Bobby Manriquez, but you probably have heard his guitar playing on someone else's record. You may even have seen him on tour with guitarist Nils Lofgren or as the lead guitarist for the legendary Wilson Pickett.
After years of playing in other peoples bands, Bobby has decided the time is right to release his first solo album, Another Shade Of Blue(s). All the songs were written, arranged and produced by Bobby, who, as well as playing lead and rhythm guitar, also plays keyboards/synth., bass, drums and percussion on the album. He's also joined by a host of other musicians including Nils Lofgren on keyboards.
The quality of the material presented is excellent. The title track Another Shade Of Blue sees Bobby playing a beautiful laid back blues with a soul feel, while other tracks like The Boogie Man's Comin, Goin Up, and Devil Heart are blues that rocks. My favorite track on this album is How We Start which is a gem of a blues song. There's also a few short instrumentals that prove you don't have to come from Chicago to play the blues. Bobby's guitar playing, songwriting and singing is soulful and evocative, and comes from the heart.
Eric Black
Blue Country 101FM
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