2016 – Bluzpik Media Group
By Phillip Smith; Sep. 10, 2016
I’m really smitten over the
new Kat Riggins album, Blues Revival. This singer/songwriter from Miami has such a lovely
voice, perfectly suited for singing the blues. She has a clever sense for
songwriting as well. Penning eight of
the ten songs on this album, she injects a stylish and fresh attitude toward
the Blues . This powerhouse singer has a
wonderful backing band too. Also known
as Blues Revival, her ensemble is composed
of Darrell Raines on guitars and
keys, bassist George Caldwell, and
drummer Doc Allison.
“Good Girl Blues” feels so
good to listen to, with its velvety smooth delivery. I love her cover of Sam Cooke’s “Change is Gonna Come” too. Riggins
belts this one out with the passion and conviction which this song deserves. Raines
lays down the law with his guitar on “Blues is My Business”, from Etta James’ 2003 Grammy winning album, Let’s Roll, making for a very striking cover. Riggins’
vocals run from sultry to sassy, while psychedelic guitar licks and a groovy
trance beat take “Devil is a Liar” to another dimension. This terrific song takes me back to the early
years of the late great Isaac Hayes.
Both Riggins and her band bring
their “A-game” to each and every song, making Blues Revival such a pleasant listen.
