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 01. Gales, Eric "Death of me" 02. Gales, Eric "The storm" 03. Gales, Eric "Had to dip" 04. Gales, Eric / Bonamassa, Joe "I want my crown" 05. Gales, Eric "Stand up" 06. Gales, Eric "Survivor" 07. Gales, Eric "You don't know the blues" 08. Gales, Eric "Rattlin' change" 09. Gales, Eric "Too close to the fire" 10. Gales, Eric "Put that back" 11. Gales, Eric / Gales, Ladonna "Take me just as I am" 12. Gales, Eric "Cupcakin'" 13. Gales, Eric "Let me start with this" 14. Gales, Eric "I found her" 15. Gales, Eric "My own best friend" 16. Gales, Eric "I gotta go"
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| | Description: | Eric Gales is a blues firebrand. Over 30 years and 18 albums, his passion for the music and his boundless desire to keep it vital has never waned, even when his own light dimmed due to his substance struggles. Throughout it all, he continued to reinvigorate the art form with personal revelation in his lyrics and bold stylistic twists in his guitar playing and songwriting. The â??Crownâ?? album journey is exhilarating, and, much like Ericâ??s life, winds through moments of victory and vulnera-bility. Along the way, Eric shares his story and his feelings through the majesty of the blues. He says: â??When I play, the core is always the blues, and on this album, we go through a theme park of the blues, exploring all kinds of blues. We visit the carousel, the bumper cars, the water rides, the concession stands, and we all come out with smiles.â? - 2022 release. Eric Gales is a blues firebrand. Over 30 years and 18 albums, his passion for the music and his boundless desire to keep it vital has never waned, even when his own light dimmed due to his substance struggles. Throughout it all, he continued to reinvigorate the art form with personal revelation in his lyrics and bold stylistic twists in his guitar playing and songwriting. Five years sober, creatively rejuvenated, and sagely insightful, Eric is ready for the fight of his career. Aptly, he calls his masterful new album, Crown. Here, Eric opens like never before, sharing his struggles with substance abuse, his hopes about a new era of sobriety and unbridled creativity, and his personal reflections on racism. The songs are delivered with clarity and feature Eric's personal experiences and hope for positive change. In addition, the 16-track collection boasts his finest singing, songwriting, and his signature guitar playing that burns throughout. Produced by Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith, this is Eric at his most boldly vulnerable, uncompromisingly political, and unflinchingly confident. The Crown album journey is exhilarating, and, much like Eric's life, winds through moments of victory and vulnera-bility. Along the way, Eric shares his story and his feelings through the majesty of the blues. He says: "When I play, the core is always the blues, and on this album, we go through a theme park of the blues, exploring all kinds of blues. We visit the carousel, the bumper cars, the water rides, the concession stands, and we all come out with smiles.""Crown" is a powerful studio album on CD by virtuoso guitarist and singer Eric Gales, released on the renowned blues-rock label Provogue. On this record, Gales delivers a fiery blend of contemporary blues, rock and soul, marked by expressive guitar work, a gritty, emotional voice and a modern, punchy production. Lyrically the album circles around identity, resilience, personal battles and self-empowerment - "Crown" feels like a statement of arrival from an artist who has fought his way to the top of his craft. Dynamic grooves, soaring solos and thoughtful songwriting make this CD both a captivating listen for guitar fans and a deeply personal journey for anyone interested in modern blues with substance. The track sequence is carefully crafted, moving from high-energy anthems to more reflective moments, giving the album a strong narrative arc and replay value.
Eric Gales has long been praised as one of the most gifted guitarists of his generation, often mentioned in the same breath as the greats of modern blues-rock. Emerging in the early 1990s as a teenage prodigy, he quickly drew attention for his left-handed, upside-down guitar style and his ability to fuse Hendrix-inspired fire with jazz, funk and R&B influences. Over the years, he has released numerous albums, built a loyal international fan base and become a staple of major blues and rock festivals. Beyond his dazzling technique, Gales is known for his emotional honesty and intensity on stage and in the studio, and "Crown" underlines his status as an artist who has transformed personal struggles into compelling, genre-spanning music.
Provogue, the label behind this CD, is a specialist imprint dedicated to blues-rock, roots and high-quality guitar-driven music. Over the years, the company has worked with a wide roster of respected artists and has gained a reputation among fans and collectors for audiophile-minded productions, strong artist development and carefully curated releases. With "Crown", Provogue once again underscores its commitment to giving outstanding musicians a platform where artistic integrity and powerful sound go hand in hand. | | | No. of tracks: |
16 |
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PRD76442 |
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