2017 – Bluzpik Media
Group
Release Date : June 15,
2017
By Phillip Smith;
Nov 28, 2017
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to the Edge, the all-original six-track EP from 61 Ghosts is
a pure, raw joy to listen to. 61
Ghosts is comprised of singer/songwriter/guitarist Joe Mazzari (Johnny
Thunders), drummer Dixie Deadwood (Leo “Bud” Welch), and bassist J.D.
Sipe, who is also known for his outstanding artwork featuring portraits
of rock and blues musicians. Recorded at the Clarksdale Soundstage in Clarksdale,
Mississippi, To the Edge embraces
the rich history of the Mississippi Hill Country Blues, while spinning Mazzari’s
sharp, hard-edged lyrics.
I love the opening track “Heartbeat”. The rolling beat and scorching guitar riffs
pour freely like that of a Springsteen barn-burner. Mazzari’s gravelly vocals definitely sing
from a place of experience. The song
wonderfully rolls right into “No One at Your Door”, a caffeinated breakup song
which keeps the heart pounding with a relentless racing rhythm and punkabilly flair.
Mazzari’s poetic prowess portrays
a world of hurt in World Gone Crazy”. His
guitar mastery brightly shines as he takes the listener another gloomy step
deeper into the abyss of desolation in the heart-felt lament “If Tears Were
Dirt”. Acoustically performed, “Show Me
Your Scars” is an absolutely beautiful song about opening up. It’s a true gem.
The songs of 61 Ghosts are quite exceptional.
Mazzari has such a wonderful way
with words, and the proof is abundant on this release. I am already looking forward to the release
of their first full-length album.
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Videos
61 Ghosts "Heartbeat" Official Music Video
J.D. Sipe’s artwork can be found here… http://www.mikesarttruck.com/sipe.html
