This new production with L.A. harmonica ace “Hammer” Smith and his band provides modern electric blues with a funky groove and a highcalibre list of guests: Sonny Landreth, Phil Upchurch, Tony Braunagel, Barbara Morrison they all appear on this intense and strong record. A crucial step in the right direction for this outstanding player from California.
“A tasty CD ... Recommended.”
BLUES LIFE
lineup
Chris “Hammer” Smith - harmonica, vocals, guitars guests:
Tony Braunagel - drums
Peter Atanasoff - guitar
Mark Goldberg - bass
Jim Goodall - drums
Sonny Landreth - guitar
Ron MacMorey - drums
Reggie McBride - drums
Dave Melton - guitar
Tom Mooney - drums, spoons
Barbara Morrison - Vocals
Mike Sandberg - “hambone”
Michael Thompson - Hammond B 3, keyboards
Bobby Tsukamoto - bass
Phil Upchurch - guitar
