2015 –Andre’ Bisson
By Phillip Smith; Sep 26, 2015
There’s something magical
about the multi-talented Andrè Bisson and
his latest release, Left With the Blues.
The band, made up of vocalist/guitarist/pianist Bisson, saxophonist Bill
Holinaty, trumpeter Loretta Hale,
bassist Kevin Beeby, and drummer Glenn Paul, is one extremely tight
group of musicians with a keen flair for blending blues with soul, funk, and
gospel. Bisson’s songwriting talent shines on this magnificent album.
Bisson’s vocals
drip with emotion as he sings the title track, “Left with the Blues”. He reminds me so much of Chris Robinson (Black Crowes) on this one. This
slow heartfelt song sounds spectacular accented with the horns. Bisson
gives a flawless performance on his cover of Tommy McClennan’s beloved blues standard “Crosscut Saw”. It’s a treat to hear the very talented blues harp
player Jerome Godboo sit in on “Deepest
Kind of Mean”. When I hear him play, it leaves no doubt why
he won Best Harmonica Player at the International Blues Challenge in 2014. This bluesy melodious treat is indeed a
favorite.
Left With the Blues closes with “Brand New Day”, a joyous and spirited song fit for a
revival. This one has such a big and
full sound, it brings a smile to my face. The entire album is an outstanding listen.
