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...JJ Grey's rich comprehension of the South's learned musical roots and knack to make age-old ideas sound fresh. Grey and Mofro fuse rock with plenty of soul, groove-heavy blues, and dirty, infectious funk. The deep and introspective lyrics are a breath of fresh air. -- Relix
...world-beating blend of Southern rock, blues and Florida swamp soul. -- Billboard
Inspired, deliriously funky, deep-in-the-pocket front porch soul. -- Chicago Sun-Times
Intoxicating North Florida blues-rock, with hints of Memphis, Muscle Shoals and garage-band music. -- USA Today
JJ Grey concocts a vivid blend of blues, Southern rock and funk, complete with richly evocative lyrics and an easygoing sense of blue-collar storytelling...lucid, plainspoken American music. -- National Public Radio
...world-beating blend of Southern rock, blues and Florida swamp soul. -- Billboard
Inspired, deliriously funky, deep-in-the-pocket front porch soul. -- Chicago Sun-Times
Intoxicating North Florida blues-rock, with hints of Memphis, Muscle Shoals and garage-band music. -- USA Today
JJ Grey concocts a vivid blend of blues, Southern rock and funk, complete with richly evocative lyrics and an easygoing sense of blue-collar storytelling...lucid, plainspoken American music. -- National Public Radio
Product Description
Georgia Warhorse ups the ante on JJ's heady mix of Southern rock, blues and swampy soul. Reggae icon Toots Hibbert guests on radio track "Sweetest Thing" and guitar god Derek Trucks guests on another.
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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
By Wrangler1217
Format:MP3 Music
After 2 years (almost to the day) since Mofro's release of Orange Blossoms, they release Georgia Warhorse...and not to disappoint.
To be entirely honest, I'm a huge Mofro fan, and Orange Blossoms didn't really "do" it for me. Country Ghetto was indeed a great album, but was an indication on the band's lack of direction. I expected Country Ghetto to be more of a Blackwater or Lochloosa, but it wasn't. Again, it was good...but different than what I expected. JJ had replaced that deep organ and harmonica sound for a brass section, and it worked for Country Ghetto, but I didn't feel it working for Orange Blossoms. Orange Blossoms was full of the upbeat energy that listeners love to dance to, but it seemed to lack the passion that JJ bellows from his gut. After OB, I was apprehensive that the band was going to pursue this new, semi-overproduced direction. Not to say I still wouldn't have been a Mofro fan, because Pearl Jam did the same thing...and still doing it. I'm still a huge Pearl Jam fan, but prefer their older, early 90's tracks; however, Georgia Warhorse could very well be renamed "Redemption".
Georgia Warhorse may be my favorite album so far. The simplistic nature of Mofro is once again found. You can hear JJ's soul cry in King Hummingbird (the song gives me chills). Gotta Know and Lullaby are extremely moving songs as well. All and The Sweetest Thing are both feel good jams, with styles learned from the previous 2 albums, but didn't neglect the soulful jive. The album is full of that melodic, three-chord artistry that will humble you, making you appreciate every aspect of life. The album breathes a reverence, which makes them unlike any other band.
Basically, Mofro went back to what it knows best...and whatever that is, be it blues, rock, soul, gospel, country, etc...it works. They have such an eclectic style; I never can describe what kind of music they play. Whenever I try explaining the sound to someone, I usually say it's a "Swamp Soul".
To be entirely honest, I'm a huge Mofro fan, and Orange Blossoms didn't really "do" it for me. Country Ghetto was indeed a great album, but was an indication on the band's lack of direction. I expected Country Ghetto to be more of a Blackwater or Lochloosa, but it wasn't. Again, it was good...but different than what I expected. JJ had replaced that deep organ and harmonica sound for a brass section, and it worked for Country Ghetto, but I didn't feel it working for Orange Blossoms. Orange Blossoms was full of the upbeat energy that listeners love to dance to, but it seemed to lack the passion that JJ bellows from his gut. After OB, I was apprehensive that the band was going to pursue this new, semi-overproduced direction. Not to say I still wouldn't have been a Mofro fan, because Pearl Jam did the same thing...and still doing it. I'm still a huge Pearl Jam fan, but prefer their older, early 90's tracks; however, Georgia Warhorse could very well be renamed "Redemption".
Georgia Warhorse may be my favorite album so far. The simplistic nature of Mofro is once again found. You can hear JJ's soul cry in King Hummingbird (the song gives me chills). Gotta Know and Lullaby are extremely moving songs as well. All and The Sweetest Thing are both feel good jams, with styles learned from the previous 2 albums, but didn't neglect the soulful jive. The album is full of that melodic, three-chord artistry that will humble you, making you appreciate every aspect of life. The album breathes a reverence, which makes them unlike any other band.
Basically, Mofro went back to what it knows best...and whatever that is, be it blues, rock, soul, gospel, country, etc...it works. They have such an eclectic style; I never can describe what kind of music they play. Whenever I try explaining the sound to someone, I usually say it's a "Swamp Soul".
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By B. Grier
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Stax, Otis, Cocker, Van Morrison, Little Feat...
Georgia Warhorse will empty, evert and cleanse your soul. Then it'll hand it back to you shiny and new.
But unlike, say, Blackwater (so love that drumming!!!), this one had to grow on me. It also needs more Hance, harmonica, luscious keyboard licks... in short, the stuff that elicits groans.
A bit lazy and overly-repetitive in parts (how many Diyo-dayo's and Sweetest Things do we need?... we get it). But in whole, (and in part due to its stomp/boogie cuts) JJ et al. have proffered some of my most joyful moments available lately. As so with all the other works, it is sublime.
Georgia Warhorse will empty, evert and cleanse your soul. Then it'll hand it back to you shiny and new.
But unlike, say, Blackwater (so love that drumming!!!), this one had to grow on me. It also needs more Hance, harmonica, luscious keyboard licks... in short, the stuff that elicits groans.
A bit lazy and overly-repetitive in parts (how many Diyo-dayo's and Sweetest Things do we need?... we get it). But in whole, (and in part due to its stomp/boogie cuts) JJ et al. have proffered some of my most joyful moments available lately. As so with all the other works, it is sublime.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Pardon me for just finding out about this incredible band over 4th of July weekend, but that is how long I have been listening to them! Already have tickets to the Telluride Blues & Brews Fest to see them!
Georgia Warhorse is an all around CLASSIC Album! Already in my top 10 favorite albums! "Georgia Warehorse" and "Lullaby" are great songs! "King Hummingbird" could be the song that puts them into the mainstream but we as fans don't need to that to happen!
All the other fans do not need me to tell them to go get this album, they already have it!! Cannot wait to see these guys live!!!
Georgia Warhorse is an all around CLASSIC Album! Already in my top 10 favorite albums! "Georgia Warehorse" and "Lullaby" are great songs! "King Hummingbird" could be the song that puts them into the mainstream but we as fans don't need to that to happen!
All the other fans do not need me to tell them to go get this album, they already have it!! Cannot wait to see these guys live!!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love it! and so does my Fiancé!
After my finance introduced me to JJ Grey & Mofro's music, I purchased this album for his birthday last year, and we both agree that this is by far, our favorite album they've put... Read more
Published 11 months ago by ssincla
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love this album
Bought this album based on hearing a song on XM radio in a rental car and reviews here. This guy is a hidden gem. His music is a little bit of everything. Read more
Published on April 13, 2011 by Busa Blade
5.0 out of 5 stars
really like this cd
Love this guys music, this was my first purchase of his music, i am sure to buy more. saw him in concert and really enjoyed his music, sounded good live just as on the CD
Published on April 7, 2011 by Tammy
4.0 out of 5 stars
well worth it
I heard a review of this album on NPR. Since I am always looking for something interesting and have recently discovered this "funky bluesy" genre, I thought that I would give it a... Read more
Published on March 28, 2011 by E. A. Morgan
4.0 out of 5 stars
So glad I bought this CD!
I have never been a fan of country music so i was hesitant in buying this album, but I'm really glad I did! His style of music reminds me of stevie ray, whom I also love. Read more
Published on March 7, 2011 by DanceNfeet
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not bad
These guys are a pretty decent band....but there is nothing revolutionary going on here. Just grab yourself a big mixin' bowl.....toss in some Dr. John.... Read more
Published on March 3, 2011 by s. hensley
5.0 out of 5 stars
Better Than the Rest
I admit straight away I am a newcomer to this great band, having never heard of them until the song "Orange Blossoms" hit the XM airwaves more than two years ago. Read more
Published on November 15, 2010 by FanteFan
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very good within their style.
If you're a fan of JJ Grey and Mofro you will not be dissapointed. Very good, some tracks among their best. If you not familiar with JJ Grey and Mofro, give it a try. Read more
Published on November 8, 2010 by HughJorgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars
Yes, This IS the Real Thing!
I like my music with some serious soul in it. Not the artificial soul of what passes for modern R&B; I mean real stuff that comes from the gut. Read more
Published on October 23, 2010 by Kevin Currie-Knight
5.0 out of 5 stars
Still Amazing!
I've listened to and followed Mofro and JJ Grey & Mofro since early on. This album is an amazing addition to their collection. Their sounds is strong and cohesive as ever. Read more
Published on October 19, 2010
