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New Release: "Forever Blues" by Diana Braithwaite & Chris Whiteley
Attention all Blues fans! Get ready to immerse yourself in the soulful, rich sounds of classic blues with Diana Braithwaite and Chris Whiteley's highly anticipated new release, "Forever Blues," available now!
​"Forever Blues" is a heartfelt homage to the legends of the blues genre, featuring 11 brand new recordings that capture the spirit and essence of timeless classics. Diana Braithwaite and Chris Whiteley have masterfully crafted each track to honour the legacy of blues greats such as:
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Muddy Waters: Feel the raw emotion and gritty grooves that defined Muddy Waters' iconic sound.
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Little Esther Phillips: Experience the captivating voice and dynamic range reminiscent of Little Esther Phillips.
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Arthur Crudup: Enjoy the rhythmic storytelling and soulful melodies that echo Arthur Crudup's influence.
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Dinah Washington: Revel in the jazzy, bluesy charm and powerful vocal delivery inspired by Dinah Washington.
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John Lee Hooker: Groove to the hypnotic rhythms and deep, resonant tones that pay tribute to John Lee Hooker's blues mastery.​
Whether you're a long-time blues aficionado or new to the genre, "Forever Blues" promises to transport you to the heart of the blues. Each track is a testament to Diana Braithwaite and Chris Whiteley's deep respect and love for the music that has shaped their careers and continues to inspire them.
Don't miss out on this must-have addition to your blues collection. "Forever Blues" is available now for streaming and purchase on all major platforms. Dive into the world of classic blues and let Diana Braithwaite and Chris Whiteley take you on an unforgettable musical journey.
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Get your copy today and keep the blues alive!
New Release: Mi Raiz - Alexis Baro
Photo: Anna Encheva
Alexis Baro's new release "Mi Raiz" has taken the world music scene by storm. The album is Alexis Baro's tribute to Cuban Trumpet playing and the many great musicians and composers from his homeland that have blessed the world over many decades with a distinct and unique sound from this instrument. Guest performers include Hilario Duran, Jesús Alemany, and many more great artists.
New Release: Bee Thankful - Neil Brathwaite Group
Neil Brathwaite Group's debut recording "Bee Thankful" is a soulful jazz offering by this quartet that's been together for over ten years as a staple of the Queen Street music scene in Toronto. The album offers the listener a wide range of emotions from high energy funky jazz to mellow chill music that are for those quiet moments.
The chemistry between these musicians is definitely worth taking a listen to as they speak as a collective voice true to each of Braithwaite's compositions.
Guest appearances include trumpeter Alexis Baro, Ted Peters on trombone, Michael Occhipinti on guitar, Mark Hundevad on vibraphones, Mark Mosca on Steel Pan and Jorge "Papiosco" Torres on percussion.
New Release: Gold Cadillac - Diana Braithwaite & Chris Whiteley
We loved the Diana and Chris sound so much that we’re doing another album! GOLD CADILLAC, the new blues album from Toronto’s African-Canadian label G-Three features Diana Braithwaite and Chris Whiteley on an exciting blend of electric blues classics and original songs from these multiple winners of the Maple Blues songwriter of the year award.
Diana Braithwaite is an award winning vocalist who has made blues her passion. As one of the very few Black blues artists performing the music in Canada, she makes a point of reaching out to share the history and beauty of the music along with her partner nine-time Maple Blues Award winner Chris Whiteley.
Chris is a multi-instrumentalist legendary musician on the blues scene who started out 50 years ago and has worked with many of the greats along the way; Blind John Davis, Leon Redbone, Chuck Berry, to name a few..
GOLD CADILLAC - Getting ready for the party, being at the party and then after the show.
From loud and humorous to touching and intimate it is always 100% blues!
2019 Juno Awards Nomination - Best Solo Jazz
“SANDSTORM”
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For Immediate Release Feb 12, 2019:
Congratulation Alexis on your well deserved recognition by the Canadian music industry.