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Foster Ruthie: Just Say Yes [Vinyl LP]

Winter's third for Alligator features fan favorites like "Mojo Boogie," "Evil On My Mind" and "Shake Your Moneymaker." On three tracks, Johnny reunites with the rhythm section from his first three albums, drummer Uncle John "Red" Turner and bassist Tommy Shannon (later in Stevie Ray Vaughan's Double Trouble). Two more feature special guest Mac "Dr. John" Rebennack on piano. "Unparalelled fired-up energy, immaculate choice of material...marvelous...gutsy, churning blues"--BLUES & RHYTHM

Gyasi does something unexpected with "Songs From The Holler"-he trades his signature high-voltage rock n' roll for the humble sounds of home. Born and raised in the rugged hills of a West Virginia holler, Gyasi returns to his roots and the solitary mountains of his youth, celebrating the music he first encountered as a child by recording a vibrant folk-blues album. Nearly captured in the wild with just two microphones, the songs on "Songs From The Holler" feel authentic and heartfelt. The album blends familiar classics and forgotten gems with four original tracks, highlighting Gyasi's tasteful guitar work and his genuine connection to this music. "Songs From The Holler" is an artful oddity whose sounds will carry you back to a world long past.

Ga-20 With Charlie Musselwhite: Blues Now [Vinyl LP]

Ga-20 With Charlie Musselwhite: Blues Now (Indie [Vinyl LP]

Morrow Sam: Southern Boogie [Vinyl LP]

BLUE COLLAR, Chris O'Leary's high-energy, self-produced second Alligator release, delivers 11 instantly memorable original songs, ranging from wildly comical to deadly serious. The album features soul-testifying vocals and powerful harmonica. The music is fueled by his dynamic roadhouse band, exuding swaggering confidence.