Still Smokin'

Growing up, I was a fan of Smokin’ Joe and Bnois King, but Close to the Bone is a departure from what even I know.  That said, it may be just what fans of this full-throttle duo have been waiting for.  While the band is known for its high-energy performances and “Smokin’” guitar solos, the acoustic version lacks none of the energy and spectacular musicianship that the group is known for.   

Kubek and King wrote or arranged all but one song on Close to the Bone, making this highly-original set of songs stand out among other blues albums.  I particularly enjoyed the soulful sway of “Drowning in Red Ink,” and the foot-stompin’ “Jump the Moon,” but then, I’ve always been a sucker for a Dobro solo.  And with so many great tracks, who says you need to have a wailin’ guitar solo to have a good time?

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                                    Close to the Bone will be released September 18th.