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Tell `Em What Your Name Is!, the debut album from Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears is set for release by Lost Highway on March 17. Formed in Austin, TX, Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears is an eight-piece, garage-soul ensemble featuring groove-laden guitars, penetrating brass and a fiery frontman who exudes power and attitude.
Experiencing the raw energy of Black Joe's performances, accompanied by The Honeybears' masterful backing is the equivalent of a kick to the stomach. Their gut-shot style, felt in such songs as "Gunpowder", "Master Sold My Baby" and "I'm Broke", draws directly from their classic soul, R&B and blues influences. Inspiration from artists such as Otis Redding and The Bar-Kays, James Brown and Lightning Hopkins are clearly present in their songs and live shows, but Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears inject a full-tilt, unabashedly brash element to this old-school style.
Tell `Em What Your Name Is! was produced by Jim Eno of Spoon, and recorded, mostly live in the studio, in Austin, TX.
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By korova
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Vine™ Review
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Hehhhh! Something great has been brewing over the last couple of years. Funky, gutbucket soul music is back! Not the canned, overblown, and ersatz junk you hear on TV singing contests and sitcoms but true 60's style R&B. Sharon Jones, Amy Winehouse (yes, Amy Winehouse-she used Sharon Jones' backing band on Back to Black), and Raphael Saadiq are all doing their part to resurrect soul. And now Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears have stepped up to the plate.
Tell `Em What Your Name Is! is a gritty, storming, high energy debut album. Black Joe Lewis sings like James Brown and the Honeybears have that classic bass-and-horn driven Stax sound. That's right, it's like the Godfather of Soul fronting the Mar-Keys or Booker T. & the MGs. Talk about two great things that go great together--forget Reese's Peanut Butter Cups!
If that doesn't mean anything to you, just listen to the samples. You'll be up and on your feet dancing in no time. Then, check out some JB and Stax cuts and you'll see what I'm talkin' about.
Now then, back to the album. It's pretty much funky soul all the way through, with a few blues tunes, including a Yardbirds style rave up and a Fat Possum-like Mississippi hill country droner, tossed in for good measure. Black Joe and the band play loud and hard on every track...don't go looking for any slow jams on this platter. The only real flaws are that the running time is kind of short and the music seems to have been mixed for iPod and computer listening, with every element of the music placed way upfront. These are minor quibbles, however, and don't take much away from what is a fun and enjoyable record.... Read more ›
Tell `Em What Your Name Is! is a gritty, storming, high energy debut album. Black Joe Lewis sings like James Brown and the Honeybears have that classic bass-and-horn driven Stax sound. That's right, it's like the Godfather of Soul fronting the Mar-Keys or Booker T. & the MGs. Talk about two great things that go great together--forget Reese's Peanut Butter Cups!
If that doesn't mean anything to you, just listen to the samples. You'll be up and on your feet dancing in no time. Then, check out some JB and Stax cuts and you'll see what I'm talkin' about.
Now then, back to the album. It's pretty much funky soul all the way through, with a few blues tunes, including a Yardbirds style rave up and a Fat Possum-like Mississippi hill country droner, tossed in for good measure. Black Joe and the band play loud and hard on every track...don't go looking for any slow jams on this platter. The only real flaws are that the running time is kind of short and the music seems to have been mixed for iPod and computer listening, with every element of the music placed way upfront. These are minor quibbles, however, and don't take much away from what is a fun and enjoyable record.... Read more ›
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
By David Shadd
Format:Audio CD
It is impossible to listen to this album and not want to dance around. There should be a warning on this album not to listen to it in the car, because I can't really contain myself. I haven't seen such energy and such a fun performer in many years. Black Joe and the Honeybears are a strange mix of funk, soul and rock and roll. I think the reviews call this "garage funk" or "garage soul" and that seems pretty accurate.
My favorite song from the album is "I'm Broke". I can't get the song out of my head, but it's not a bad thing. But "Sugarfoot" is a close second. I absolutely love the horns. There really isn't a bad song anywhere on the album.
It is ridiculous to think that this is the first record from this guy. The music is raw, high-energy and will absolutely make it impossible for you to stay in your seat.
My favorite song from the album is "I'm Broke". I can't get the song out of my head, but it's not a bad thing. But "Sugarfoot" is a close second. I absolutely love the horns. There really isn't a bad song anywhere on the album.
It is ridiculous to think that this is the first record from this guy. The music is raw, high-energy and will absolutely make it impossible for you to stay in your seat.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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I went to see Mates Of State in Dallas, TX and Black Joe Lewis was opening for them. I enjoyed them so much, I just HAD to have physical copy of their music and went and bought a CD after the show (something I rarely do).
This band is extremely funky and talented. The use of horns and 'James Brown' style of singing makes Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears a truly enjoyable experience.
I plan on seeing them every time they come to town, and I HIGHLY recommend you do the same.
This band is extremely funky and talented. The use of horns and 'James Brown' style of singing makes Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears a truly enjoyable experience.
I plan on seeing them every time they come to town, and I HIGHLY recommend you do the same.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Big Dave
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This album will not let you sit still. It's ten tracks of drums- / bass- / guitar- / horns-driven, joyous, gritty, garage-punk funk, fronted by a reborn, mouthy, self-aware James Brown. It's urban, tight, fast, funny, catchy, and a delight from start to finish.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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Great CD! Rockin kickin fun sound. If you like Rolling Stones, Albert Collins, Robert Cray -- this is for you. It's old school, but with a fresh new voice. It's a high-pitched, highly compressed voice, but it's unique. Can't but close my eyes and imagine how awesome it would be to see these guys in a small club in New Orleans or Chicago.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Bill
Format:MP3 Music|Amazon Verified Purchase
Most products can garner a four or five star rating with simple things. Music is different. I think these guys have infinite potential. This album wreaks of James Brown. There are obvious other influences but they are overpowered by the "good foot" vocals and horns that would make J.B. proud. It may also piss him off on some occassions. I agree with one of the previous statements that most great albums take you on a ride that changes sound and offers changes in rhythm, lyrics and tone. This one starts and ends the same way. Its feverish and very sophomoric but infectious and groovy at the same time. You will enjoy it and then become bored with the lack of versatility. Eventually you will play the four or five songs that personnify the album for you and keep the rest on the shelf.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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These guys get tons of radio play here & I picked this up before seeing them live. They're a James Brown inspired band with great lyrics & beats that just put a smile on your face. A throwback band with modern offerings, these guys really rock it out!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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I don't like a lot of the newer music today... I'm sort of a retro music fan. I love classic R&B, Soul, and Funk. I got this CD without knowing anything about Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears... honestly, I liked the name of the group so I thought I'd give it a try! I lucked out - because this is a fun, dance-along, high-energy CD that feels like the older music I love.
Black Joe Lewis reminds me of James Brown, and the sound is sort of bluesy...but up-tempo. I love the horns, I love the beat, I love the vocals... I would love to see this group live.
There are only 10 tracks and they really fly by way too fast. But it's great fun for driving with the windows down, or dancing, or (okay, I know, I'm middle-aged) cleaning the house to.
Black Joe Lewis reminds me of James Brown, and the sound is sort of bluesy...but up-tempo. I love the horns, I love the beat, I love the vocals... I would love to see this group live.
There are only 10 tracks and they really fly by way too fast. But it's great fun for driving with the windows down, or dancing, or (okay, I know, I'm middle-aged) cleaning the house to.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Best!
I love everything Black Joe Lewis and the Honeybears puts out. There's an effortless cool and a great sound about them. I can't explain it, you just have to give it a listen.
Published 1 day ago by Stephaney Tucker
4.0 out of 5 stars
So very good.
I love these guys. The world needs more funk and these guys bring it. Six more words required. Done now.
Published 17 days ago by Rummie McLush
5.0 out of 5 stars
Don't even think of sitting down!!
Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears are a band which are more commonly labelled "Retro-Soul" these days. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Paul F. Kopilak
5.0 out of 5 stars
quick dilivery good shape.
Good deal, like the album a lot. Dilivery like promeced. I will buy a album again from this shop, shure !
Published 5 months ago by luc kneepkens
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Party!
This is a very short album, barely passing the 30-minute mark, but is absolutely packed with fiery, uptempo, combustible funky and bluesy soul tunes, all powered by a blistering... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Donald E. Gilliland
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome Soul Rock
I love seeing the look on people's faces when I play music from this artist for them. It's the funky face that cannot be faked, but only comes out when there's really bumpin' track... Read more
Published on May 22, 2011 by JBug
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing funk/soul!
If you are a fan of funk and soul, then it is inevitable that you will find this to be GOLD!
The amazing song "Sugarfoot" is right up there with anything... Read more
The amazing song "Sugarfoot" is right up there with anything... Read more
Published on May 14, 2011 by Scott B. Saul
5.0 out of 5 stars
Outtasight!
Man, this CD hasn't left the car since I purchased it. It's on my iPod and on my computer at work. I just can't get enough of Black Joe Lewis and his gutbucket brigade, the... Read more
Published on March 9, 2011 by Jack Baker
5.0 out of 5 stars
Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears
Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears are an eight-piece, garage-soul ensemble featuring groove-laden guitars, penetrating brass and a fiery frontman who exudes power and attitude. Read more
Published on August 25, 2010 by Rev KM Williams
4.0 out of 5 stars
Put on your dancing shoes
Austin, Texas has deserved its name for giving birth to some fantastic music, but generally it's not been in the soul genre. Read more
Published on December 9, 2009 by R. Kyle
