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Artist Information
Biography
Born in 1948 and now in his third decade as a professional performing artist, E continues to nurture his passion for the Blues. Growing up in New York, he discovered his purpose at the age of 13, when he was drawn to the sounds of Acoustic Blues; and got his first harmonica when he discovered Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee.
In the 70s, 80s and 90s, he developed his singer/songwriting talents, as well as an aptitude for playing other instruments beautifully… His speciality was the blues harp. He established himself as a ground-breaking, harmonica player, and became a percussionist with Hodges, James and Smith (back in the early 70s) as well as a studio musician with Bolic Sound Studios, playing behind Ike and Tina Turner. He also played percussions on Sussex Records with Bobbi Hall behind Bill Withers. In the 80s, he moved to Chicago where he played with the likes of John Prine, Jo Mapes, and Joseph Jarman.
Whilst family and other commitments would interrupt his career, E always returned to his roots in blues and 2000 saw the release of his second album, "The First Time Out", an extraordinary recording that was an eclectic mix of ten original compositions comprising of Blues, R&B, Jazz, Delta and Gospel. In 2002, E hit his stride, adding his exceptional harmonica skills and powerful vocals to the mix. He delivers charismatic, compelling, and passionate performances that are charged with emotion and filled with his authentic signature style. Always experimenting with new sounds, he sometimes makes bold, daring renditions of obscure tunes of legendary icons such as Robert Johnson, Howlin’ Wolf, Muddy Waters and John Lee Hooker, adding his unique spin to them.
2006 was a creative year for E, what with three albums released and building his own record label, Black Owl Music. Whilst his albums showcase the sensual range of his vocals and the use of his voice as an incredibly multi-faceted instrument, it is his haunting-harp signature style that captivates and inspires his audience. "Mississippi Reminiscence" is the most personal of his work, and "Five Long Years: A Tribute To Carey Bell" has been hailed as sheer unadulterated blues.
Instrumentation
Blues Harp
Acoustic and Electric guitar
Discography
Southern Style: Blues Sessions
(2006 CD 12 tracks)
Mississippi Reminiscence
(2006 CD 10 Tracks)
Five Long Years: A Tribute To Carey Bell
(2006 CD 10 Tracks)
Blues: A Healer
(2007 CD-10 Tracks)
Time Honored Children's Classics
(EP - 2006 5 Tracks)
Video
Press
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E Tops the Blues Charts
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"Short Dress Woman" topped the charts last week and is still at the top spot this week (5th March 07...
Setlist
Typically 2 x 50 minute sets
*original
Talkin’ To The Air* - SOUTHERN STYLE ALBUM
Yellow Dress* - SOUTHERN STYLE ALBUM
It Ain’t Been Easy* - SOUTHERN STYLE ALBUM
If I’d Known* - SOUTHERN STYLE ALBUM
Daddy’s Girl* - SOUTHERN STYLE ALBUM
That Poor Girl* - SOUTHERN STYLE ALBUM
Graduation Day” - MISSISSIPPI REMINISCENCE ALBUM
Be Your Husband - MISSISSIPPI REMINISCENCE ALBUM
I Ain’t Superstitious - MISSISSIPPI REMINISCENCE ALBUM
Long Distance Call – MISSISSIPPI REMINISCENCE ALBUM
Short Dress Woman – FIVE LONG YEARS ALBUM
Got To Leave Chi-Town - FIVE LONG YEARS ALBUM
Wrapped Up In Love Again - FIVE LONG YEARS ALBUM
I’m In The Mood – BLUES A HEALER ALBUM
My Joy - BLUES A HEALER ALBUM
I Can’t Take It Now - BLUES A HEALER ALBUM
Dimples - BLUES A HEALER ALBUM
Sugar Mama - BLUES A HEALER ALBUM
Cross Road Blues – CROSSROADS ALBUM
Henry - CROSSROADS ALBUM
I’m Telling You Now - CROSSROADS ALBUM
Parchman Farm - CROSSROADS ALBUM
Red House - CROSSROADS ALBUM
Soon As I Get Paid - CROSSROADS ALBUM
