Showing posts with label Little Rachel. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Little Rachel. Show all posts

Monday, February 5, 2024

Little Rachel - 'Cause I Feel Good

Album: 'Cause I Feel Good
Size: 89,7 MB
Time: 38:31
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 2005
Styles: R&B
Art: Full

1. Ooh, He's Fine (1:59)
2. Back To Kansas City (2:14)
3. I'm What You Need (2:45)
4. Spiderwoman Blues (3:32)
5. Uh Uh Baby (2:03)
6. His Words Don't Say As Much As His Eyes (3:14)
7. Scorched (2:30)
8. Is My Baby Happy Now? (3:08)
9. Don't Jump (Rock The Boat) (1:46)
10. I Am Your Destiny (3:22)
11. Tough Lover (2:17)
12. If You Were Mine (4:01)
13. I Wanna Boogie (2:46)
14. Your Baby's My Baby Now (2:47)

They call her "Little Rachel" because she is only five feet tall, but this petite package packs quite a punch! Little Rachel exploded on to the 1950's rockin' scene in 2000, alongside her sister Caroline, as the exuberant Austin, Texas-based rockabilly duo, "The Casey Sisters". They released two albums on the Swedish label, Tail Records, that quickly earned them a great deal of critical acclaim from 1950's enthusiasts for their strong female harmonies, versatility, and authentic 1950's sound. However, their popularity truly soared after live performances at some of the largest and most well-known rockabilly festivals worldwide, including "Viva Las Vegas" (Las Vegas, NV), "Rockabilly Rebel Weekender" (Indianapolis, IN), "Oneida Rockin' 50's Fest I" (Green Bay, WI), "Rockabilly Rave" (Camber Sands, UK), and "Screamin' Festival" (Calella, Spain).

"The Casey Sisters" firmly established themselves as a force to be reckoned with- either on their several tours in Europe, with their wild, energetic stage shows (that often included dancing on top of table tops and bars), or by playing at home in Texas with some of the best musicians the genre has to offer. After four years of riding high with "The Casey Sisters", Little Rachel decided it was time to return to the blues roots of her hometown of Kansas City. She left Austin in pursuit of her lifelong dream to record a solo 1950's-style Rhythm and Blues album, to pay homage to some of her favorite artists such as Little Richard, Etta James, Wynona Carr, Little Willie John and Big Mama Thornton. She spent a year researching, writing songs, and learning enough guitar to teach her songs to musicians she would select for her hand-picked all-star band.

The much-awaited debut is "'Cause I Feel Good", a power-packed and soulful collection of 14 songs: 11 originals penned by Little Rachel or the amazing Swedish song-writer - her Tail labelmate - Eva Eastwood, and 3 strong cover songs from the 1950's era. She is backed by some of Austin's finest - Tjarko Jeen on guitar (Ronnie Dawson, Li'l Esther and the Tinstars, Bevis), Beau Sample on upright bass (Cave Catt Sammy), Damien Llanes on percussion (Nick Curran and the Nitelifes, Dave Biller Trio), Matt Farrell on piano (Nick Curran and the Nitelifes, Gary Clark, Jr.), and Dan Torosian on baritone and tenor saxophones. It was engineered and produced by retro sound specialist Billy Horton at the prestigious Fort Horton Studios. The energy, versatility, and authentic 1950's sound that "Casey Sisters" fans associate with Little Rachel is multiplied by her great passion for the R&B genre.

It is evident that this is what she was made to do. The anticipation of the release of "'Cause I Feel Good" has been overwhelming. Before releasing her debut album, she had already been booked for several major festivals and attracted the attention of numerous record labels. Whether she is crooning a soulful, blue ballad or wailling out a frantic rock 'n' roller, she embodies that sound that rock 'n' roll was founded on. Though petite, she owns the stage with a commanding presence and a sexy sass. If you have not had the chance to witness it, you will soon. Little Rachel is out to make a big impression!

(For personnel details, see artwork included.)

'Cause I Feel Good mc
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Saturday, February 3, 2024

Little Rachel & The Hogs Of Rhythm - When A Blue Note Turns Red Hot

Album: When A Blue Note Turns Red Hot
Size: 106,1 MB
Time: 45:40
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 2009
Styles: R&B
Art: Full

1. Mama Was Right Again (3:35)
2. Go Bully Some Other Gal (2:37)
3. My Favorite Dream (3:27)
4. O La Violencia (3:21)
5. Just Right Man (2:56)
6. Emotions (2:38)
7. (I Was) Born To Cry (2:15)
8. This Lonesome Night (2:49)
9. I Don't Miss You At All (2:24)
10. It's Not Me (3:44)
11. Every Road Leads Back Home (3:15)
12. My Mojo Don't Work No Mo' (2:47)
13. Little Man (3:44)
14. You Could Have Fooled Me (3:41)
15. You Ain't So Such A Much (2:18)

The appropriately titled record "When A Blue Note Turns Red Hot", is a mixture of great, classic music styles - from old school Rhythm and Blues or black Rock and Roll, to a touch of Stax Soul plus Sam Cooke, or even a jazzy Bossa Nova. This is Little Rachel's third solo record, and the first one with the Hogs of Rhythm. Little Rachel performed with Timo Tarkela and Harri Saanio of the Hogs at the Green Bay Rockin 50's Fest in 2005. Soon afterwards, she went to Finland to borrow the entire band from their regular singer, Dr. Snout (Ari Ahvonen) for several performances. It was a magical combination from the start, and recording an album together became a priority.

The record was recorded in August of 2008 in Helsinki, Finland, and released on the Goofin' Records label in May of 2009. It was produced and mixed by Jyrki Häyrinen- the man behind the Barnshakers' sound. It includes Lester Peabody on lead guitar, the powerful sax section of Juho Hurskainen and Timo Tarkela, and also the vocal group, The Relics, on two of the tracks.

The Hogs of Rhythm are virtuosos of old style music- able to play everything from rock n' roll, to blues, to jazz. They have a true skill and knowledge for how old style, rockin' rhythm and blues should be played, and they make a powerful union with the versatile, soulful, rockin' rhythm of the Little Rachel style. She is little, but she is loud. She sparkles and shines, and her soulful, sexy, sassiness is complimented by the excitement of the hard-driving, dirty swing that only the Hogs of Rhythm can provide. There is something for everyone who loves music on this record. Once you hear the sensational, soulful rhythm and blues of Kansas City and Helsinki's finest, together - Little Rachel and the Hogs of Rhythm - you will know just what happens "When A Blue Note Turns Red Hot".

(For personnel details, see artwork included.)

When A Blue Note Turns Red Hot mc
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Wednesday, April 10, 2019

VA - St. Louis Blues Society Presents: 16 In 16

Size: 152,3 MB
Time: 64:48
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 2017
Styles: St. Louis Blues
Art: Front

01 David Dee - Bit By The Blues (4:06)
02 Marty Spikener's On Call Band - Crawlin' Back (3:23)
03 The Maness Brothers - Drive Me (And My Soul) (4:41)
04 Leroy Pierson - Easy Rider (4:48)
05 The Fab Foehners - Homeless Child (3:27)
06 Skeet Rodgers & The Inner City Blues Band - I Wonder (5:45)
07 Delta Sol Revival - I'd Rather (3:21)
08 Papa Ray - Saint Louis Gunshot Blues (5:01)
09 John McVey Band - She's My Girl Now (3:14)
10 Tommy Halloran - Sleepin' Dog (4:34)
11 Bob Case - Sometimes It Feels (Like The Whole World's Gone Crazy) (4:29)
12 Paul Bonn & The Bluesmen - Stop The Killin' (3:11)
13 Tom Hall - Texas Twister Blues (3:33)
14 Sweetie & The Toothaches - Bigger Fool (4:48)
15 Little Rachel - Time Flies In The Friendly Skies (2:50)
16 Gene Jackson - Ain't No Way (3:30)

The St. Louis Blues Society is dedicated to preserving and perpetuating blues music in and from St. Louis, while fostering its growth and appreciation. The St. Louis Blues Society provides blues artists the opportunity for public performance and individual improvement in their field, all for the educational and artistic benefit of the general public.

St. Louis Blues Society Presents: 16 In 16

Monday, January 11, 2016

Various - Ridin' Blues: 20 Rhythm & Blues To Ride Along With

Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 62:22
Size: 142.8 MB
Styles: Electric blues, Jump blues
Year: 2013
Art: Front

[4:24] 1. Mitch Woods, The Lazy Jumpers - Boom Boom
[2:19] 2. Little Rachel, The Lazy Jumpers - Keep On Movin'
[3:13] 3. The Lazy Jumpers - I'm Gonna Tell My Mamma
[2:43] 4. Gene Taylor - Rockin' Little Honey
[3:28] 5. T-Bear And The Dukes Of Rhythm - Please Love Me
[3:43] 6. The Aces - Need Your Lovin'
[2:43] 7. Laura B And The Moonlighters - Beer Bottle Boogie
[2:51] 8. The Slammers Maximum Jive Band - Boogie Woogie Country Girl
[4:22] 9. C.C. Jerome's Jetsetters - Sugarbee
[2:50] 10. The Hi-Tones - I'm Walkin' Out
[4:13] 11. Little Victor - Blind Man Boogie
[3:54] 12. The Wise Guyz - Moovin' & Groovin'
[2:40] 13. Mitch Woods, The Lazy Jumpers - Saturday Night Boogie Woogie Man
[2:44] 14. The Lazy Jumpers - Hand Shake Blues
[2:32] 15. Gene Taylor - Motorhead Baby
[2:21] 16. Laura B And The Moonlighters - Jump Jack Jump
[3:06] 17. Little Rachel - Take This Love And Bury It
[2:53] 18. C.C. Jerome's Jetsetters - I'm In Love With You
[1:48] 19. Help Me Devil, Mario Cobo - How Come
[3:26] 20. Little Victor - Goin' Back To Memphis

Ridin' Blues: 20 Rhythm & Blues To Ride Along With mc
Ridin' Blues: 20 Rhythm & Blues To Ride Along With zippy

Wednesday, November 4, 2015

Little Rachel With The Lazy Jumpers - There's A New Miss Rhythm In Town

Year: 2006
Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 43:21
Size: 99,9 MB
Styles: R&B, jump blues
Scans: Full

1. Bartender Baby (2:55)
2. Hey, Big Boy (2:31)
3. It's Always A Blonde (2:56)
4. Broken (3:29)
5. Bull Ridin' Mama (2:35)
6. Get On The Right Track (2:42)
7. Give Up Honey (2:39)
8. I May Be Trouble (3:09)
9. Keep On Movin' (2:25)
10. New Miss Rhythm In Town (2:05)
11. Panic Attack (2:09)
12. Please Quit Me Baby (3:27)
13. Take This Love And Bury It (3:11)
14. Talk To Me (3:36)
15. Mr. Advice (The Lazy Jumpers) (Bonus Track) (3:26)

Whether she is crooning a soulful, bluesy ballad or wailing out a frantic rock 'n' roller, she embodies that sound that rock 'n' roll was founded on. Though petite, she owns the stage with a commanding presence and a sexy sass. If you have not had the chance to witness it, you will soon. Little Rachel is out to make a big impression!

It is evident that this is what she was made to do, and she is quickly earning a new fan base that crosses over from not only 1950's music fans, but fans of blues and soul as well. Since the release of "'Cause I Feel Good", her first album, critics have been raving. Little Rachel has been featured in numerous publications worldwide including "Blue Suede News" (U.S.), "Blues News" (Finland), "Blues & Rhythm"(U.K.), "UK Rock!" (U.K.), "Big Beat" (Finland), "Jumpin' From 6 to 6" (France), "RUTA 66" (Spain), and "American Music Magazine" (Sweden).

This second CD, recorded in Barcelona with Spanish jump blues aces The Lazy Jumpers is a power-packed and soulful collection of 14 songs: 8 originals penned by Little Rachel, 2 by the amazing Swedish song-writer - her Tail labelmate - Eva Eastwood, and 4 more by Mario Cobo guitarist for the Lazy Jumpers, no covers, no fillers only killers! She is backed by Lazy Jumpers' Mario on guitar, Ivan on upright bass and Blas on percussion plus guests David Giorcelli on piano and Dani Perez on Saxophones.

If you like Etta James, Wynona Carr, Little Richard, Little Willie John, Big Mama Thornton, Ruth Brown, Lavern Baker, Johnny "Guitar" Watson, Roy Brown, Wynonie Harris, Ann Cole... this is your CD!

There's A New Miss Rhythm In Town mc
There's A New Miss Rhythm In Town zippy