John Nemeth "Name's The Day!"

Here's a brand new May 2010 interview with the super funky, soul/blues hybrid John Nemeth. John's got a new record out on Blind Pig Records called "Name The Day," where he ups the ante on his calssic. Memphis-inspired, horn-laced soul attack. I like to think of John as a blend of James Brown and Junior Wells, sprinkled with a helping of Solomon Burke - the guys's a monster for sure. In this interview, John chats in depth about the new record, the machanics behind it, and also his take on songwriting - he emulates the great soul ballads and dance floor-ready anthems of the golden age of soul. He also talks about his musical history, from growing up in Idaho, to moving to San Francisco, where his musical vision really began to take shape. John also shares his thoughts on the current roots music climate in America - he's pretty upbeat about it. John says we're in the midst of a revival of sorts, and I agree. John's one of many talented artists ensuring that the blues, and that funky old soul, are with us for years to come. If you're in the Pocono northeast this June (June 19th exactly,) check out John at the Honesdale Roots and Rhythm Festival at Central Park in Honesdale, PA - a free day of great music. Thanks so John for a great interview, and make sure to visit him online at www.johnnemethblues.com.

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Moreland And Arbuckle's "Flood" Of Blues

Here's a new May 2010 interview with Dustin Arbuckle, of the roots/blues duo Moreland and Arbuckle. The band has released an amazing record called "Flood" on Telarc Records, which combines the best of throbbing, Mississippi hill country blues, with haunting, delta style and traces of country and rock as well. It's a brilliant sonic landscape. Dustin talks in delth about the new CD - what it was like going into this record with a now decade-old musical partnership with bandmate Aaron Moreland. Dustin also chats about the history of the band (and how bringing in drummer Brad Horner marked an evolution in the band's sound). There's a great instrumental flair that this band has. Dustin is a harmonica ace, and Aaron Moreland plays a fuzzed-out cigar box guitar, along with a host of other sounds that combine for a pulsating, often times eerie vibe - devilishly cool. Dustin talks about all of that as well. Make sure to check these guys out at www.morelandandarbuckle.com for more on their history, and their smoking back catalog. Thanks so Dustin for the interview, it was great to talk music with him. Note - the band will be playing in my area in July at the Briggs Farm Blues Festival. If you're anywhere near the area, try to stop by.

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