JAMES SOLBERG
W.C.
HANDY AWARD WINNER
BLUES BAND OF THE YEAR 1997 & 1998
DISCOGRAPHY
New
Release January 2004
BLUES ECLIPSE RECORD CO. is proud to present its premier
release, JAMES SOLBERG’S fifth solo album, REAL TIME.
Two time W.C. HANDY AWARD winner, JAMES SOLBERG takes his vast
experience singin’ and playin’ the blues all over this world and applies it to
contemporary issues as we can all relate to them, in REAL TIME.
“JAMES SOLBERG, one of the blues world’s guitar
greats, has toured and recorded with a “who’s who” of the blues. Soulful and
full of emotion, SOLBERG plays with a frightening intensity. His gritty, gutsy
vocals are powerful and his guitar playing is explosive, pulling fiery riffs
straight from Hades one minute and slinging notes soaring up to the heavens the
next.”
…………………….Anne Mathey, CITYVIEW
“I think he’s one of the greatest natural
guitarists I’ve ever heard.”
……………………..Richard Skelly, GOLDMINE
“Snarling guitar work, and killer vocals from what has got to be one of the best
bluesmen working on the scene today!”
……………………...Leon McEntire, DELTA PICKIN’S
Enter
into James’ REAL TIME and experience the span of human emotions through his hard
rocking, soul saving, IT’S ALRIGHT. Followed up by the title track, REAL TME,
about the all too frequent need today, to find some “REAL TIME WITH YOU BABY!”
“SECONDHAND SMOKE” takes us into the realm of duplicity that everyone finds has
invaded their lives. Just when you think you’ve heard everything, James slips
into a hard-driving minor-key blues, a style he’s become famous for, HAVE YOU
EVER SEEN A RAINBOW, which explores life’s continuing surprises. James closes
this disc with GOTTA PLAY MY BLUES, a personal statement regarding the state of
the blues today and his commitment to the genre that started it all…………
THE BLUES!
Listen, and be brought into James’ REAL TME.
CLICK HERE TO BUY "REAL TIME"
Prior James Solberg Releases............
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"The Hand You're Dealt" (Ruf 1043)
It just keeps gettin' better. This musical spread of the cards brings
you into Solberg's personal reading through soul, gospel, funk and his own
brand of rockin' blues. Bringing in a full deck of Memphis musicians and
backing vocals, this release is rich and soulful, grabbing deep, yet sending
you dancing on the card table at the next turn. Including 6 of 12
originals, Solberg continues to play guitar with a clear, intense, dynamic
energy and sing with a gritty shout or a sweet and soulful ring. Go out and
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"L.A. Blues" (Ruf 51416-14172)
James Solberg's first release after Luther Allison's death in 1997. L.A.
Blues is a cathartic tribute album conveying his suffering, loss and
anguish. Though honoring the passing of a deep friendship and musical
soulmate, L.A. Blues (with 8 of 10 originals) is also mixed with fiery
blues and rockin' humor to send you through the highs and lows of true
emotion |
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"One Of These Days" (Ruf 1076)
An outstanding collection of R&B, soul and a variety of out and
out blues. Along with 6 originals, this release features Charlie Bingham as
guitar collaborator and co-writer of 4 of the 13 songs. Together James and
Charlie pump out powerful stringing along with James' ability to captivate
with poignant songwriting and clever arrangements. The Memphis Horns and
soulful backing vocals fatten the sound on half of the album and bring it on
home. |
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"See
That My Grave Is Kept Clean"
(ATD1117)
This is James Solberg's 1995 solo debut, while still playing as Luther
Allison's guitarist, bandleader, songwriter, arranger and producer. A 12
song set includes rockin' blues, shuffles and ballads on 4 originals and
covers by the likes of Blind Lemon Jefferson, Little Walter, Junior Wells,
Buddy Guy and others. With a soulful guitar and a first rate band, here is
an impressive straight-ahead blues album delivered with unique variety. |
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More of James Solberg's talent can be
appreciated on Luther Allison's hit releases........
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Pay It
Forward (Ruf 1060) |
Soul
Fixin Man (Alligator) |
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Blue
Streak (Ruf 7712) |
Reckless
(Ruf 1012) |
Live in
Chicago (Ruf )
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Enter
into James’ REAL TIME and experience the span of human emotions through his hard
rocking, soul saving, IT’S ALRIGHT. Followed up by the title track, REAL TME,
about the all too frequent need today, to find some “REAL TIME WITH YOU BABY!”
“SECONDHAND SMOKE” takes us into the realm of duplicity that everyone finds has
invaded their lives. Just when you think you’ve heard everything, James slips
into a hard-driving minor-key blues, a style he’s become famous for, HAVE YOU
EVER SEEN A RAINBOW, which explores life’s continuing surprises. James closes
this disc with GOTTA PLAY MY BLUES, a personal statement regarding the state of
the blues today and his commitment to the genre that started it all…………