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GEORGE SHOVLIN BAND

Since the early 60's the Northeast of England has maintained it's reputation as a hotbed for the blues.  George Shovlin is one of those original musicians who is not only still going strong, but has brought together some of regions finest musicians.    The band have evolved a distinctive style that while protecting the traditions of American blues, gives it a refreshing new vibe.

All of the tracks on this album have brilliant new arrangements and while performed superbly, the band fully acknowledge the perfection of the original writers of these songs. You will hear influences from the likes of Huddie Leadbitter, Muddy Waters and Howlin' Wolf as well as tributes to guitarists such as Lowell George, Dave Gilmore and Joe Walsh. This is British Blues at it's best, full of fresh interest, excitement and inventiveness that should please blues fans the world over, including the home of the blues in the USA!  The official release date is 2nd August, but order your copy on the Internet Today!

The band recently appeared live the ITV live music show called @TheLIVE!  The reaction has been very positive with the band gaining lot's of fans and selling lots of CD's!

GOT BLUES ... if you want it

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bulletLittle Woman, You're So Sweet ~ Blind Boy Fuller 
bulletJohn Hardy ~ Traditional
bulletGot Love, if you want it ~ Slim Harpo
bulletBlues In The Bottle ~ Lightnin' Hopkins
bulletPearline Blues ~ Furry lewis
bulletYou're Gonna Ruin Me Baby ~ Johnson - West
bulletI'm So Glad ~ Skip James
bulletLong Distance Call ~ Muddy Waters
bulletReconsider Baby ~ Lowell Fulson
bulletBourgeois Blues ~ Huddie Leadbitter
bulletThat's Alright ~ Jimmy Rodgers
bulletEvenin' ~ Jimmy Witherspoon
bulletGoing Thru' The Park ~ Anderson - West

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The Band are George Shovlin on lead vocals and acoustic guitar, George Lamb on lead guitar, slide guitar, acoustic guitar, Stu Burlison on bass guitars and Ian Hamilton on drums. Very special thanks to Brendan Healy guesting on piano.

Contact George about a booking by Email shovlin@mysticrecords.co.uk

 

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