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1.
Lovin'
You 4:13
(P.Lacocque, Ransart Music,
BMI)
2. Midnight
Ride 4:22
(P.Lacocque, Ransart Music,
BMI)
3. Leavin'
Town 3:22
(W. Flynn, Easy Baby, BMI)
4. She
Knows What Love Is About 3:57 (W.
Flynn, Easy Baby Music, BMI)
5. No
Sorrows 2:49
(P.Lacocque, Ransart Music,
BMI)
6. Ruby
Mae 3:40
(W. Flynn, Easy Baby Music,
BMI)
7. Heartbroken*
7:36
(P.Lacocque, Ransart Music,
BMI)
8. Straight
From The Heart 5:38
(P.Lacocque, Ransart Music,
BMI)
9. I
Wish You'd Stay 3:50
(P.Lacocque, Ransart Music,
BMI)
10. Lonely
Without You 4:32
(W. Flynn, Easy Baby Music,
BMI)
11. Bad
Luck 4:04
(J. Taub & S. Ling, Powerforce
Music/Sounds of Lucille)
12. Mother-In-Law
Blues 4:46
(D. Robey, Duchess Music,
BMI)
13. Mississippi
Heat 4:57
(P.Lacocque, Ransart Music,
BMI)
* In Memory of Lawrence "Sonny" Wimberly
(1937-1991) |
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Mississippi
Heat features Chicago blues stars dedicated to safeguarding
and promoting traditional blues. The originality of the
group lies in its attempt to deliver a unique group sound
rather than to highlight a specific artist. The band displays
a dynamic force, as is exemplified in the eleven original
songs on this recording.
Founded in January of 1992 by Pierre Lacocque, and led
by him on the harmonica, MIssissippi Heat preserves the
post-war traditional blues sound that Muddy Waters, Jimmy
Rogers, Sonny Boy Williamson II, Howlin' Wolf, and JImmy
Reed forged in the early 1950's.
Pierre's musical career began in Chicago 23 years ago,
at Theresa's Lounge, playing as a guest with Jr. Wells,
Sammy Lawhorn, and Phil Guy. He played for many years
in Montreal, Canada, where he won the first prize award
at the MOntreal Battle of the Bands in 1975. He reemerged
on the Chicago scene a few years ago and soon became known
as a powerful, sensitive, and innovative harmonica player.
Lawrence "Sonny" Wimberly, formerly with the
Muddy Waters Blues Band, is credited for relaunching him
in Chicago. "Heartbroken" in a trubute to this
great blues man.
Singer-drummer Robert Covington has played the blues for
31 years and has been with Sunnyland Slim for the past
10 years. A charismatic performer, he is one of the most
celebrated blues artists in Chicago today. He recorded
his own album entitled Robert "Golden Voice"
Covington on Red Beans Records in 1988.
Bob Stroger's talent on the bass has earned him worldwide
recognition. A veteran of some 35 years, he has toured
the world with Eddie Taylor, Willie Mabon, and Carey Bell.
He has also recorded with Memphis Slim, Sunnyland Slim,
Otis Rush, and Jimmy Rogers among many others.
Guitarist Billy Flynn is another veteran of some 25 years.
He displays rare culture and versatility, as can be seen
in his four original songs on this recording. His many
recordings include a recent release, Leavin' in the Mrning
(1992) on Easy Baby. He played for many years with the
Legendary Blues Band and with Jimmy Dawkins, among others.
James Wheeler has played the guitar for 30 years. He has
performed with Otis Rush for the past 6 years, and has
accompanied great blues artists such as Otis Clay and
Willie Mabon. He is a deep, sensitive, and inspired musician.
Calvin Jones and Sam Lay are guest stars who have performed
several times with Mississippi Heat. Both are living legends!
Calvin needs no introduction as he ios famous for his
outstanding bass playing with Muddy Waters for nearly
two decades. Here he sings a song about his wife Ruby
Mae Jones.
Sam Lay, the Shuffle Master, plays drums like no other.
Recently inducted in the Jazz and Blues Hall of Fame for
his contribution to the blues, he has played with such
legends as Howlin' Wolf, Paul Butterfield, and Bob Dylan,
to name only a few.
Straight From The Heart (Van der Linden recordings - VR
100RE)
Reissued and Mastered in 1995 (VdR100-RE)
Personnel: Pierre Lacocque,
Robert Covington, Billy Flynn, James Wheeler, Bob Stroger.
Guest Stars: Sam Lay
and Calvin Jones. |
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