“When Randy and I started out playing blues joints and bars in San Francisco in the early 90s, we had no idea what kind of a ride we were in for. I’ve always been inspired by all the old blues guys and now I’m one of them. I look forward to the next 30 years!” – Tommy Castro

“’That’s What the Blues Are For’ is a retro, heavily blues influenced song with a Nashville lyric twist. It is a request for truth in a relationship, but in an ‘in your face’ kinda way.” – Mike T. Lewis of The Twangtown Paramours

“You can’t hide the truth forever/It eventually comes out…Facts are facts/There’s no spinning that/That’s the thing about the truth.”

Recorded with acclaimed Bowie guitarist Gerry Leonard

“Whenever I jam to raw bass tracks, I first try to establish a contrasting rhythm that somewhat surprises the music ear. With that in mind, my instincts gave me a surf guitar vibe…”

“One of my hopes for the album is that it will strengthen that voice of hope and determination in people when they listen to it.” – Katie Henry

“But every so often something comes along that attracts a lot of attention – such as a never-before-seen home movie from the notorious Altamont Free Concert in 1969.”

“Songs and memories from generations long gone / Steady rollin’ on.”

“We are primed and ready. I mean look at our latest video if you don’t believe me. I can’t wait to get out there.” – Reverend Peyton

Featuring previously unseen footage of Ella Fitzgerald, Miles Davis, Jimi Hendrix, Nina Simone, and many more!

It has been a traumatic 21 months for touring musicians across the world but that hasn’t stopped them from recording some stellar albums which I have chosen to share with you this Christmas.

“Life is uncertain and finite. That’s why I always try to say, “I love you,” at the end of my goodbyes.” – Curtis Salgado