James 'Buddy' Rogers - My Guitar's My Only Friend

Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 35:11
Size: 80.6 MB
Styles: Electric blues
Year: 2012
Art: Front

[3:44] 1. My Guitar's My Only Friend
[3:54] 2. Let's Get Loose
[4:16] 3. I'm On The Road Again
[3:25] 4. Disappearing Baby Blues
[3:51] 5. Sweet Little Girl
[3:13] 6. Blame It On The Blues
[3:28] 7. Guitar Sue
[3:20] 8. Lovin', Kissin', Huggin'
[3:19] 9. Dawg
[2:37] 10. Buddy's Walk

James ‘Buddy’ Rogers is Vancouver-based blues guitarist with a long history of playing the blues. He has been gigging with a band since age 11, over 25 years ago. He is a veteran bluesman and his new album, My Guitar’s My Only Friend, reflects his lifelong love of the blues. The album features 10 original compositions by Rogers and producer Tom Lavin and showcase his blend of blues gained from years on the road and by legends like Stevie Ray Vaughan, and the three Kings.

The only issue with this album is an unavoidable one, his voice. It just does not seem to be suited for the blues. It is clear he has a passion for the blues. Listen to any of the instrumental portions of the songs and that is instantly recognizable. His guitar playing is stalwart and reminiscent of his blues heroes. He can write a blues tune, that becomes indisputable when listening to the title track. His voice just leaves something to be desired. It lacks a certain emotion and feeling necessary for the blues. Despite the one flaw, the album is solid and worth a second or third listen.

My Guitar's My Only Friend mc
My Guitar's My Only Friend zippy

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