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Yes a good album, but a bit overproduced. Many tracks sound more like big band rather than the talented guitar blues that Mr. Clarence Brown is renowned for.

I first heard of "Gatemouth" Brown when I saw him live at the Kansas City Jazz & Blues Festival in August 2000. He was playing on the 'heritage' (read older folks) stage, along with other luminaries such as Myra Taylor and Claude "Fiddler" Williams.

Even into his seventies, he is a great live performer, and a lifetime of practising 'working the crowd' showed through strongly. He did one of the best jazz violin solos I have heard too, as well as great guitar work.

This album covers a range of his work and shows his command of a variety of instruments. For those who like to 'spice up' their jazz, it is strongly recommended.

Bought it on a whim, and am happy I did. This collection ranges from rootsy blues to swing and jazz. It works on all levels, bringing the three styles together in a tight package that sets you smiling. It's different, and it's good.

Wow. Clarence 'Gatemouth' Brown should be an american treasure. Blues guitarist, fiddle player, jazz musician, big band leader, delta vocalist; he does it all. And this is a great place to start exploring an american icon (or should be). He fuses big band swing with jazz and blues with a hint of Texan country music. I don't know how to categorize it other that great. If you can find his previous cd 'Gate swings' get it as well. And I am now waiting on my recently ordered 'Back to Bogalusa' to arrive to continue the journey of muscial appreciation of a great american musician.

I am a blues lover...but this is something special. Gatemouth Brown is able to fuse blues and jazz and swing into something special. If you like original music of any kind this is must!