Showing posts with label Kelley Hunt. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kelley Hunt. Show all posts

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Kelley Hunt - Gravity Loves You

Album: Gravity Loves You
Size: 106,6 MB
Time: 46:03
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 2011
Styles: Soul/Piano Blues
Art: Front, tray

1. Too Much History (4:33)
2. Gravity Loves You (4:21)
3. These Are The Days (4:12)
4. Music Was The Thread (4:08)
5. Deep Old Love (3:31)
6. This Fall (3:26)
7. I'm Ready (3:00)
8. The House Of Love (2:40)
9. When The Deal Came Down (4:30)
10. The Land Of Milk And Honey (3:39)
11. Shake It Off Right Away (4:40)
12. In The End (3:17)

Kelley Hunt is an American blues pianist, singer, and songwriter. She was born Kelley Wade in Kansas City, Missouri, United States, and was initially musically inspired by her mother's jazz and blues styled singing. She attended Lowther Junior High School in Emporia, Kansas, in 197071, and the University of Kansas in 1977. In 2006, Hunt was inducted into the Kansas Music Hall of Fame.

Hunt's own musical influences came from a diverse range, including the work of Ruth Brown, Ann Peebles, Wanda Jackson, Jay McShann and Mary Lou Williams amongst others. Her self-titled debut album, which was released in 1995, featured the bassist Reggie McBride and saxophonist Wilton Felder. In 1998, Hunt's song If I Don't Dance from her debut album, was used in the film, Dance with Me. The album Inspiration followed in October 2000. Her 2004 album, New Shade of Blue, which was produced by Garth Fundis and Gary Nicholson, peaked at number 9 in the Billboard Top Blues Albums chart. Her fourth album, Mercy was issued in 2009, and the Star Tribune noted Surprises don't often crop up on the well-trodden blues circuit. This Kansan is a full-blown phenomenon powerhouse singer, hardboogieing pianist, polished songwriter.

In 2011, Gravity Loves You was released which included twelve new songs. As well as her own tracks, several were co-written with Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg. The St. Louis Beacon stated Hunt's songwriting shines on powerful, moving compositions like 'Deep Old Love', 'This Fall', 'In the End' and the title cut. And she proves she can shine on the keyboard as well - with dynamic inspired playing throughout. She also released the single Heartland, with Hunt on piano and vocals, plus the mandolin player Sam Bush. The same year she performed a pianovocal duet with Sista Monica Parker on the latter's album, Living in the Danger Zone.

Hunt made her debut as an actress in Bunker Hill (2008), where she also contributed music to the film's soundtrack. She has variously performed at the Omaha Blues, Jazz, & Gospel Festival, Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival (2013),Memphis in May, Austin City Limits Music Festival, and Thursday at the Square. In addition, she has appeared six times on A Prairie Home Companion. Hunt's sixth album, The Beautiful Bones, was released in May 2014. /Wikipedia

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Sunday, October 6, 2024

Kelley Hunt - Kelley Hunt

Album: Kelley Hunt
Size: 110,2 MB
Time: 47:32
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 1995
Styles: Blues, piano blues
Art: Full

1. Talk To Me (3:40)
2. Brick By Brick (4:54)
3. I Miss You (7:46)
4. Invisible Woman (3:53)
5. Dancing Too Fast (4:00)
6. Sad Cafe (3:56)
7. If I Don't Dance (3:52)
8. Who's That Fool (3:45)
9. Crawl Through Kansas (4:44)
10. Walk All The Way Home (2:52)
11. That Old Door (4:06)

Kelley Hunt is an American blues pianist, singer, and songwriter. She was born Kelley Wade in Kansas City, Missouri, United States, and was initially musically inspired by her mother's jazz and blues styled singing. She attended Lowther Junior High School in Emporia, Kansas, in 1970/71, and the University of Kansas in 1977. In 2006, Hunt was inducted into the Kansas Music Hall of Fame.

Hunt's own musical influences came from a diverse range, including the work of Ruth Brown, Ann Peebles, Wanda Jackson, Jay McShann and Mary Lou Williams amongst others. Her self-titled debut album, which was released in 1995, featured the bassist Reggie McBride and saxophonist Wilton Felder. In 1998, Hunt's song "If I Don't Dance" from her debut album, was used in the film, Dance with Me. The album Inspiration followed in October 2000. Her 2004 album, New Shade of Blue, which was produced by Garth Fundis and Gary Nicholson, peaked at number 9 in the Billboard Top Blues Albums chart. Her fourth album, Mercy was issued in 2009, and the Star Tribune noted "Surprises don't often crop up on the well-trodden blues circuit. This Kansan is a full-blown phenomenon: powerhouse singer, hardboogieing pianist, polished songwriter…"

In 2011, Gravity Loves You was released which included twelve new songs. As well as her own tracks, several were co-written with Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg. The St. Louis Beacon stated "Hunt's songwriting shines on powerful, moving compositions like 'Deep Old Love', 'This Fall', 'In the End' and the title cut. And she proves she can shine on the keyboard as well - with dynamic inspired playing throughout". She also released the single "Heartland", with Hunt on piano and vocals, plus the mandolin player Sam Bush. The same year she performed a piano/vocal duet with Sista Monica Parker on the latter's album, Living in the Danger Zone.

Hunt made her debut as an actress in Bunker Hill (2008), where she also contributed music to the film's soundtrack. She has variously performed at the Omaha Blues, Jazz, & Gospel Festival, Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival (2013),Memphis in May, Austin City Limits Music Festival, and Thursday at the Square. In addition, she has appeared six times on A Prairie Home Companion. Hunt's sixth album, The Beautiful Bones, was released in May 2014. /Wikipedia

(For personnel details, see artwork included.)

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Friday, October 4, 2024

Kelley Hunt - New Shade Of Blue

Album: New Shade Of Blue
Size: 116,0 MB
Time: 50:12
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 2004
Styles: Blues, piano blues
Art: Full

1. Waking Up Slow (3:35)
2. Temptation (3:56)
3. Deal With It (3:29)
4. That's What Makes You Strong (4:56)
5. Long Way Home (4:22)
6. Why Do I Love You (3:57)
7. Darkness (4:39)
8. The Word (4:05)
9. New Shade Of Blue (3:57)
10. When The Love Comes Through (4:59)
11. It Ain't Over When It's Over (4:14)
12. Would You Still Be There (3:56)

Kelley Hunt is an American blues pianist, singer, and songwriter. She was born Kelley Wade in Kansas City, Missouri, United States, and was initially musically inspired by her mother's jazz and blues styled singing. She attended Lowther Junior High School in Emporia, Kansas, in 1970/71, and the University of Kansas in 1977. In 2006, Hunt was inducted into the Kansas Music Hall of Fame.

Hunt's own musical influences came from a diverse range, including the work of Ruth Brown, Ann Peebles, Wanda Jackson, Jay McShann and Mary Lou Williams amongst others. Her self-titled debut album, which was released in 1995, featured the bassist Reggie McBride and saxophonist Wilton Felder. In 1998, Hunt's song "If I Don't Dance" from her debut album, was used in the film, Dance with Me. The album Inspiration followed in October 2000. Her 2004 album, New Shade of Blue, which was produced by Garth Fundis and Gary Nicholson, peaked at number 9 in the Billboard Top Blues Albums chart. Her fourth album, Mercy was issued in 2009, and the Star Tribune noted "Surprises don't often crop up on the well-trodden blues circuit. This Kansan is a full-blown phenomenon: powerhouse singer, hardboogieing pianist, polished songwriter…"

In 2011, Gravity Loves You was released which included twelve new songs. As well as her own tracks, several were co-written with Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg. The St. Louis Beacon stated "Hunt's songwriting shines on powerful, moving compositions like 'Deep Old Love', 'This Fall', 'In the End' and the title cut. And she proves she can shine on the keyboard as well - with dynamic inspired playing throughout". She also released the single "Heartland", with Hunt on piano and vocals, plus the mandolin player Sam Bush. The same year she performed a piano/vocal duet with Sista Monica Parker on the latter's album, Living in the Danger Zone.

Hunt made her debut as an actress in Bunker Hill (2008), where she also contributed music to the film's soundtrack. She has variously performed at the Omaha Blues, Jazz, & Gospel Festival, Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival (2013),Memphis in May, Austin City Limits Music Festival, and Thursday at the Square. In addition, she has appeared six times on A Prairie Home Companion. Hunt's sixth album, The Beautiful Bones, was released in May 2014. /Wikipedia

(For personnel details, see artwork included.)

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Thursday, May 17, 2018

Kelley Hunt - The Beautiful Bones

Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 50:04
Size: 112.4 MB
Styles: Soul-blues vocals
Year: 2014
Art: Front

[2:36] 1. This Time
[3:34] 2. Golden Hour
[4:26] 3. Let It Rain
[4:23] 4. Release And Be Free
[2:46] 5. When Love Is At The Wheel
[3:45] 6. Simplify
[4:15] 7. The Beautiful Bones
[4:59] 8. Gates Of Eden
[2:57] 9. I've Got A Good Feeling
[4:38] 10. I Want You There
[6:30] 11. Miracle
[4:10] 12. The Sweet Goodbye

It is not very often that we receive an album makes us sit down and really listen; like, grabs us and demands our full attention. Multi-instrumentalist Kelley Hunt has done exactly that with her new album, The Beautiful Bones. The album has depth, soul, personality, and nuance.

The Beautiful Bones, on 88 Records, is a 50 minute journey through these 12 windows into Kelley Hunt’s musical soul. Though some selections here are more blues or soul inflected than others, the entire album resonates with a quiet comfort firmly grounded in a gospel voice. The sound and mix on this album is first rate, and the music has an inviting clarity and freshness about it.

Hunt is very pleased with her band, stating “The musicians on this record are my dream team.” She serves up rich and textured vocals, smart guitar, and of course, winning piano lines throughout the album. Helping Hunt bring this music to life are drummer Bryan Owings, Hammond B3 player Mark Jordan, bassist Tim Marks, and John Jackson on guitar. Adding a delicious depth to the music with their background vocals are The McCrary Sisters. The joy that everyone had working with each other here is apparent. If you enjoy a little gospel with your blues and soul, The Beautiful Bones is for you. This album will definitely lift your spirits and make you smile, on the inside. ~Barry Kerzner

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Friday, May 22, 2015

Kelley Hunt - Inspiration

Size: 134,2 MB
Time: 57:30
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 2000
Styles: Rockin' Blues, Blues Soul, Electric Blues
Art: Front

01. Inspiration (Live) (5:31)
02. Stronger Wings (Live) (7:37)
03. Treat Me Right (Live) (7:01)
04. Back In The Saddle (Live) (5:17)
05. Queen Of The 88's (Live) (9:20)
06. Forgive And Forget (Live) (4:56)
07. Just Like Oxygen (Live) (5:36)
08. Natural Thing (Live) (8:05)
09. Love Never Dies (Live) (4:02)

This collection of 9 live original tracks features the stunning ballad Stronger Wings, fan favorite Queen of the 88s and Love Never Dies from a live broadcast of the celebrated radio show A Prairie Home Companion with Garrison Keillor. Joining Hunt on these live dates are Hammond B3 allstar Mike Finnigan, guitarist Miles Joseph (Aretha Franklin, Bob Dylan, Joe Sample, Luther Allison, Albert King, Natalie Cole), drummer Bobby Lloyd Hicks (Dave Alvin, Steve Forbert, The Skeletons, The Morells), and tenor sax player Lon Price (Professor Longhair, Joan Armatrading, Bonnie Raitt, Manhattan Transfer, Patti Labelle, John Mayall, Aaron Neville, Rod Stewart).

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Friday, May 23, 2014

Kelley Hunt - The Beautiful Bones

Size: 114,6 MB
Time: 49:00
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 2014
Styles: Blues Soul
Art: Front

01. This Time (2:36)
02. Golden Hour (3:33)
03. Let It Rain (4:25)
04. Release And Be Free (4:24)
05. When Love Is At The Wheel (2:46)
06. Simplify (3:44)
07. The Beautiful Bones (4:15)
08. Gates Of Eden (5:01)
09. I've Got A Good Feeling (2:57)
10. I Want You There (4:38)
11. Miracle (6:29)
12. The Sweet Goodbye (4:08)

Kansas City-based blueswoman Kelley Hunt has been defying description for over a decade, and she shows no sign of slowing down. With a commanding, passionate stage presence and superior skills as a vocalist, piano player and songwriter she has earned the respect of critics and fans across North America and Europe.

Kelley’s cinematic 6th release “The Beautiful Bones” no doubt poises her for a giant leap forward. The early press confirms critical acclaim lining up fast:

“More than bones prove beautiful on this scintillating release by one of soul’s best kept secrets. As she rips across strong originals like the funky “Golden Hour” to high-torque, torrid testaments like the gospel blues of “Release and Be Free”, Kelley Hunt’s time has come.”

“If there is truly a Higher Power, He/She should press PLAY on the latest release by Kansas City’s Kelley Hunt. Rest assured that the takeaway will be, despite how everything’s been going lately, everything’s going to be okay after all…”. BLUES MUSIC MAGAZINE

The new album features 12 new songs written or co-written by Hunt and takes listeners on a tour of her stylistic traditional influences bound together by themes urging a return to the recognition of what’s real and essential. Lifted by scintillating vocals from Hunt and lavish support from an all-star supporting cast, including soaring background vocals by gospel royalty The McCrary Sisters, “Bones” is looking like a game changer for this already acclaimed, fiercely independent artist and longtime MSP favorite.

Born in Kansas City, Hunt’s love for her craft was fine tuned listening to early blues, R&B, roots rock, jazz and Gospel influences – artists like Ruth Brown, Mahalia Jackson, Billie Holiday, Ann Peebles, Ray Charles, Dinah Washington, Aretha Franklin, Charles Brown, Wanda Jackson and a cross section of the New Orleans/St. Louis/KC piano traditions of Professor Longhair, Toots Washington, Johnnie Johnson and Kansas City masters Jay McShann and Mary Lou Williams among others. Before that came the sound of her mother singing jazz and blues – her first musical memories – and the influence of her New Orleans Gospel singer grandmother. Reminders of these very traditional influences are evident in Kelley’s live performances and recordings but the lyrics, soul and passion are all her own. Her career path so far has been a story of fierce independence, incredible will, unassailable cred as a blistering live performer and hard-won accomplishment.

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Sunday, December 8, 2013

Kelley Hunt - Mercy

Bitrate: 320K/s
Time: 58:36
Size: 134.1 MB
Styles: Contemporary blues vocals
Year: 2009
Art: Front

[5:30] 1. You Got To Be The Vessel
[4:21] 2. Lone Star Road
[4:16] 3. Love
[5:35] 4. Freedom Day
[4:39] 5. Emerald City
[4:13] 6. Mercy
[3:58] 7. Give Me A Sign
[6:03] 8. You Can't Fool Me Anymore
[6:17] 9. Drowning Man
[4:40] 10. That Ain't Love
[3:53] 11. Wig Chalet
[5:07] 12. Mountain To Move

As a talented pianist, Kelley Hunt has proven she's quite capable of soulful, Chicago-style blues up to and including boogie-woogie. With Mercy she's vocally focused in a swamp queen's persona without dramatic histrionics or foggy backdrops, delving deep into no-nonsense subject material while still retaining her allure. Easily sliding between rock-blues with a contemporary edge, old-school and cool clockwork paced jazz, or ballad-type songs, Hunt sounds very comfortable throughout. Her slick shuffle "Wig Chalet" or the slow, choogling "Emerald City" displays a definite love of music from New Orleans. Via a persona rivaling the established front runner Janiva Magness, Kelley Hunt is well on the way to her own star status in the blues world. ~ Michael G. Nastos

Recording information: Compass Studios, Nasville, TN (2007); Studio 403, Lawrence, KS (2007); The Rendering Plant, Nashville, TN (2007).

Kelley Hunt (vocals, strings, piano, background vocals); Bryan Owings (guitar, drums); Colin Linden, Rob McNelley (guitar); Mitch Reilly (acoustic guitar, pennywhistle, tenor saxophone); Mark Jordan (Hammond b-3 organ); Bob Babbitt (acoustic bass, electric bass); David Roe (acoustic bass); Colin Mahoney, Nick Buda (drums).

Mercy