The Hand You're Dealt

James Solberg | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (November 21, 2011)
• Original Release Date: May 23, 2000
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Ruf Records
• ASIN: B00004SWAD
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #296,606 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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The Hand You're Dealt by James Solberg

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of James' Best, June 25, 2000

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Arlene B. Czerwinski (Thorp, WI) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Hand You're Dealt (Audio CD)

I've been a fan of James since he started in music. I have most of his cd's that he did with Luther Allison and on his own. THE HAND YOU'RE DEALT RANKS right up there with his Handy award winners. His guitar playing and vocals make him one of the best Blues players and singers of the era. If you're a Blues fan. you've got to have this cd.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A classic in modern style, October 28, 2005

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David M. Lerch (Edinburg, Illinois United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Hand You're Dealt (Audio CD)

I first heard a solo effort by James Solberg as a single on internet radio. It wasn't until I ordered every Solberg CD I could get my hands on that I realized that wasn't the first time I'd heard that sound (being a long time Luther Allison fan).

What an amazing artist! I swear you can "feel" the blues in his rough, soulful voice which is a perfect match to what I'd have to call a "blues on steroids" guitar sound. Overall it's a great mix of traditional blues with a modern sound and style.

I'd have to say that a blues collection wouldn't be complete without some Solberg and, although I didn't think there was a bad CD out of everything I got my hands on, this is certainly my favorite (so far).

After making a trip to Peoria to see him at a festival this summer I am hoping my wish comes true for a double-live CD. How bout' it James!!!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great blues guitar and an interesting voice..., March 20, 2001

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jbnadia (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Hand You're Dealt (Audio CD)

James' voice is a little strange at first, but after a few listens you'll begin to like it. The thing I like about his voice is that he has a good range, and good pitch. Some blues guitar/singers are all over the place, but James is accurate.

Moving on, James' guitar playing on The Hand You're Dealt is also top-notch. He gets a great tone, and is a slow but emotional and moving guitarist. He doesn't play a million notes a minute, but he doesn't have to.

Let's move on to some strong cuts on this CD. "Members Only" is one of my favorites on this album, along with "I'm Goin Home." On "Members Only," James shows how emotional his playing can be, and on "I'm Goin Home," you can't help but tap your foot. This is also a good album for the car if you want a long ride to be more interesting.