BLUES N'AT

"Remembering Little Walter" is a tribute to the man who took the harp to another level, as one of the first musicians to take the harp and amplify it with a microphone. The artists that perform on this CD were both inspired by and, in the case of Charlie Musselwhite and Billy Boy Arnold, had the distinction of playing alongside the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer. This CD is a fitting homage to Little Walter, so much so that it is nominated for a 2014 Grammy for Best Blues Album. From the first notes that kick off of "I Got to Go" by Mark Hummel, it seems as if these amazing musicians are possessed by the soul of Little Walter. Charlie Musselwhite steps up to the mic next with "Just a Feeling" a slow-burning, bluesy number. Next, it's Billy Boy Arnold's turn with "You're So Fine" a fine hip-shaker. James Harman's "It's Too Late Brother" keeps things moving right along. Sugar Ray Norcia does a mean version of  "Mean Old World" next. Charlie Musselwhite is back for "One of These Mornings", proving why he is one of the best at the harp these days and plays on not one but two CD's nominated for Best Blues Grammy this year. Mark Hummel keeps the blues burning brightly with "Blue Light", evoking a jazzy feel. Then James Harman does a fabulous rendition of "Crazy Mixed Up World". Sugar Ray Norcia is back to give us more with a rocking bit of "Up the Line". The CD closes with Billy Boy Arnold doing "Can't Hold Out Much Longer". There's no reason for your to "hold out much longer", either. What better way to remember the great Little Walter than by getting yourself a copy of this harp-tastic CD. Trust me, it will blow you away. Until next time boys and girls, keep it bluesy.