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2011 CD EP from the Texas-based Blues guitarist, an heir to the classic sound of Blues greats from Robert Johnson to Muddy Waters. While most new artists are influenced by Blues/Rock legends like Eric Clapton and Buddy Guy, Clark bypasses today's greats and goes straight to the source: Blues from the '30s to the '60s. Gary Clark, Jr.'s Blues stinks of whisky, wooden roadhouse floors, dusty back porches and cheap perfume... it's the real deal!
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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:MP3 Download
The Bright Lights EP is exceptional. The opening track alone is worth the price of the entire EP, with an old school blues mentality brought through a modern filter. It is unmistakably electric, and as low down and gritty as one can get. The second song, Don't Owe You A Thang, has a driving beat and hyper-distorted guitar. The song's production is gritty and sounds like a 1950s chess record, but with added clarity. The second half of the EP is "acoustic" (though it sounds like Gary is still playing an electric guitar), the first song sounding like 1990s soul tune, with a more introverted, jazzier sound. The second song features Gary Clark's remarkable guitar playing, as he takes a blues song into different directions, going from Zeppelin to Hendrix stylistically. Buy this EP right now, especially considering the price. This artist should not be slept on any longer.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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By Jim Clark, publisher, Lee County Courier, Tupelo, MS
The Crossroads Guitar Festival is the brainchild of Eric Clapton to showcase the talents of his peers. Rarely do up and coming artists get a spot on the roster, but E.C. made an exception in 2010 when he asked Gary Clark Jr. to play. That speaks volumes.
Gary has been compared to Hendrix and Stevie Ray and I'm comfortable with that. He grew up listening to a gumbo of John Lee Hooker, Curtis Mayfield and Snoop Dog. The results are electrifying blues, tinged with rock and wrapped in a soulful groove.
The 27-year-old native of Austin, Texas is the first prodigy I've heard worth mentioning since Kenny Wayne Sheperd.
Warner has thankfully released a four-song EP to give us a taste, with a full-CD expected in early 2012.
Gary plays the field, from the electric blues explosion of "Bright Lights" to an updated acoustic blues masterpiece "When My Train Pulls In" in the vein of classic Robert Johnson.
He's been playing guitar since age seven and was mentored by some world class players including Jimmie Vaughan. He has won the Austin Music Award for Best Blues and Electric Guitarist on three separate occasions.
This is the artist to watch for 2012.
The Crossroads Guitar Festival is the brainchild of Eric Clapton to showcase the talents of his peers. Rarely do up and coming artists get a spot on the roster, but E.C. made an exception in 2010 when he asked Gary Clark Jr. to play. That speaks volumes.
Gary has been compared to Hendrix and Stevie Ray and I'm comfortable with that. He grew up listening to a gumbo of John Lee Hooker, Curtis Mayfield and Snoop Dog. The results are electrifying blues, tinged with rock and wrapped in a soulful groove.
The 27-year-old native of Austin, Texas is the first prodigy I've heard worth mentioning since Kenny Wayne Sheperd.
Warner has thankfully released a four-song EP to give us a taste, with a full-CD expected in early 2012.
Gary plays the field, from the electric blues explosion of "Bright Lights" to an updated acoustic blues masterpiece "When My Train Pulls In" in the vein of classic Robert Johnson.
He's been playing guitar since age seven and was mentored by some world class players including Jimmie Vaughan. He has won the Austin Music Award for Best Blues and Electric Guitarist on three separate occasions.
This is the artist to watch for 2012.
11 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
You do not need to read words about Gary Clark, Jr.'s music. You need to hear it. This EP he released on his own is now available worldwide, and it's about time. For those who have been waiting for a young musician to take blues into the new world, creating their own style and feeling, this is the one. Do not wait. And get ready for a very long career to unfold before your very ears. Certified and guaranteed.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Technical problems - won't play on my Mac
I have about 100 other CD's that I've never had trouble with. This one, the EP lenghth CD, will only play the first track. Read more
Published 2 days ago by Khorny
Excellent Blues
Only 4 songs but well recorded and very good guitar blues from a new (to Me) singer. Cant wait for a full album rumored for the fall from Gary Clark Jr
Published 22 days ago by ruhster587
La leche
Cuando uno piensa que ya esta todo dicho en el Blues , llega este tío y graba un disco tan excitante como este.Lamentablemente solo es un EP. Al estudio !YA! Read more
Published 22 days ago by francisco
Modern blues
Oh boy, how I still love material music. I mean, it's just something else to hold a CD case (or even an LP) in your hand. Manuseate the case, sleeve, read the credits, etc. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Felipe R. Martinez
Even at 4 songs, well worth the buy
I can't wait for the full length EP to drop later this year. I have a feeling Gary Clark Jr. is going to be heard from a lot more, and outside the blues music circle. Read more
Published 2 months ago by BigMattP
Short and Sweet
There's more soul in these four tracks than many artists can cram into an hour-long album. Amazing stuff. Read more
Published 2 months ago by J. Bourne
Very good!
I ordered this music and downloaded it though the Amazon online store. It was simple and easy. I enjoyed the music as well.
Published 2 months ago by Samuel
Gary Clarke Jr has talent, folks!
Gary Clarke Jr has the chops to go a long way in his career. His new "The Bright Lights" EP is an excellent start to showcase his blues guitar talent. Read more
Published 2 months ago by james hamilton jr
Tell your friends...
...to throw any Katy Perry disc in the dumpster and stop sleeping on Gary Clark, Jr. He is the personification of real music. Read more
Published 3 months ago by DM
Outstanding Blues Rock
Gary Clark Jr. is an amazing up and coming musician. The Bright Lights EP is a fantastic introduction to his music. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Daniel G. Lebryk
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