If People Could Talk - Vic Stevens Mistaken Identities CD
If People Could Talk - Vic Stevens Mistaken Identities CD
Vic Stevens has been a professional musician since the age of 16. Vic has performed live and/or on recordings with jazz guitar legend Pat Martino, Dave Fiuczynski, Allan Holdsworth, Andreas Oberg, Scott McGill, David Torn, Alex Domschot, Gongzilla, bass greats Marc Johnson, Percy Jones, Michael Manring, Dave Carpenter, pianists Otmaro Ruiz, Marian Petrescu, Jordan Rudess, Jim Ridl, Tamir Hendelman, Kuno Schmid, Nate Adderley Jr., percussion legends Louie Balzo, Jos Madera, singers Maria Muldur, David Clayton Thomas, Helen Reddy, Bobby Rydel, Miles Jaye, Tony Desare, Bobbi Eakes, and Grammy award winning producers Neil Kernon (Hall & Oats, Yes, Brand X) and Joe Donofrio (Pat Martino). In addition to extensive live performances and recording sessions, Vic has engineered and produced countless projects at Giant Steps Recording, which he has owned since 1992. Vic has released three solo projects: "If People Could Talk", "No Curb Ahead" and "Till We Meet Again", which showcase his writing and producing abilities. His improvisational skills are highlighted on collaborative recordings with MMS (McGill,Manring,Stevens) Vics unique style has provided bands and artists with a wide variety of sonic colors to draw from. He credits his past teachers, Kenwood Dennard, Frankie Malabe, Roberta Petacia, Joe Morello, Barry Altschul, Peter Erskine and Lenny White, with his ability to adapt to many different styles. Vic has been a long time endorser of Sonor drums, Bosphorus cymbals, Hear Technologies, Phattfoot, Federal Case Company, and a voting member of NARAS.Additional Info: Who would have thought the guy who sang "money for nothing and your chicks for free" could inspire a kid to grow up and become one of the most promising bluesmen of his generation -- at the tender age of 20? The listener doesn't need to know the back story of this slamming, high-intensity Isle of Man-based blues-rock trio led by multi-talented singer, songwriter, and guitarist Davy Knowles to be inspired by the band's blistering excitement. But like all tales of great blues makers, origins are important, so here goes: at age 11, Knowles was in the car with his father and heard Dire Straits' "Sultans of Swing," which changed his life and put him on a mission to explore Dad's vast record collection. This included John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, Eric Clapton, Peter Green, and Rory Gallagher. Then Knowles started listening to their influences, soaking up Blind Willie Johnson and Robert Johnson. Back Door Slam's in-your-face debut rumbles out of the gate with the rollicking rocker "Come Home," a perfect intro to Knowles' crisply sizzling licks and gruff, wise, and pained-beyond-his-years vocals. The slow-burning "Heavy on My Mind" is the song Clapton wishes he wrote, with Knowles completely capturing the legend's vibe and intensity while bringing fresh invention to that style. After another edgy jam session ("Outside Woman Blues"), Back Door Slam simmer down ever so slightly for the gently percolating "Gotta Leave," which gives Knowles a chance to express the deeper emotion of his artistry. And the sparse, acoustic guitar-driven "Stay" and the title track are a fine examples of his strong emotional songwriting without much adornment or backup. Other tracks like "Too Late" and "Too Good for Me" have country-rock crossover potential while never letting listeners forget they're listening to a true blues heart. Back Door Slam are the second solid discovery Blix Street has made in the last decade; the label's first, the late songbird Eva Cassidy, became a posthumous sensation in the U.K. before touching millions in the U.S. Back Door Slam also have the potential to be successful on both sides of the pond. ~ Jonathan WidranSpecifics
- Album: If People Could Talk
- Artist: Vic Stevens Mistaken Identities
- Label: CD Baby
- Genre: Jazz
- MPN: DMJ-1107
Tracklist
1. Peace Bass – Michael Manring Drums, Keyboards – Vic Stevens Sounds [Belltone] – Demetrious Pappas* Bass – Michael Manring Drums, Keyboards – Vic Stevens Sounds [Belltone] – Demetrious Pappas* 2. If People Could Talk Bass – Michael Manring Congas, Timbales – Hector Rosado Drums, Shaker, Keyboards [Additional] – Vic Stevens Electric Guitar – Alex Domschot Piano, Keyboards – Demetrious Pappas* Bass – Michael Manring Congas, Timbales – Hector Rosado Drums, Shaker, Keyboards [Additional] – Vic Stevens Electric Guitar – Alex Domschot Piano, Keyboards – Demetrious Pappas* 3. Circle Bass – Michael Manring Drums, Percussion – Vic Stevens Guitar [Nylon], Mandolin – Alex Domschot Piano, Keyboards – Demetrious Pappas* Soprano Saxophone – Ken Gioffre Bass – Michael Manring Drums, Percussion – Vic Stevens Guitar [Nylon], Mandolin – Alex Domschot Piano, Keyboards – Demetrious Pappas* Soprano Saxophone – Ken Gioffre 4. Run If You Must Bass – Michael Manring Drums, Keyboards [Additional] – Vic Stevens Piano, Keyboards – Demetrious Pappas* Tenor Saxophone – Ken Gioffre Bass – Michael Manring Drums, Keyboards [Additional] – Vic Stevens Piano, Keyboards – Demetrious Pappas* Tenor Saxophone – Ken Gioffre 5. Never Bass – Michael Manring Drums, Percussion, Keyboards [Additional] – Vic Stevens Electric Piano [Rhodes], Keyboards – Demetrious Pappas* Guitar [Nylon] – Alex Domschot Soprano Saxophone – Ken Gioffre Bass – Michael Manring Drums, Percussion, Keyboards [Additional] – Vic Stevens Electric Piano [Rhodes], Keyboards – Demetrious Pappas* Guitar [Nylon] – Alex Domschot Soprano Saxophone – Ken Gioffre 6. The Beginning Bass – Michael Manring Drums, Percussion, Keyboards [Additional] – Vic Stevens Bass – Michael Manring Drums, Percussion, Keyboards [Additional] – Vic Stevens 7. Which One's Moe Electric Guitar – Alex Domschot Written-By, Bass – Percy Jones Written-By, Drums, Keyboards – Vic Stevens Electric Guitar – Alex Domschot Written-By, Bass – Percy Jones Written-By, Drums, Keyboards – Vic Stevens 8. Kaos Drums, Keyboards – Vic Stevens Electric Guitar – Alex Domschot Synth [Solo] – Demetrious Pappas* Drums, Keyboards – Vic Stevens Electric Guitar – Alex Domschot Synth [Solo] – Demetrious Pappas* 9. The Funky Dunky Bass – Michael Manring Congas – Hector Rosado Electric Guitar – Alex Domschot Tenor Saxophone – Ken Gioffre Written-By, Drums – Vic Stevens Written-By, Electric Piano [Rhoses], Keyboards – Demetrious Pappas* Bass – Michael Manring Congas – Hector Rosado Electric Guitar – Alex Domschot Tenor Saxophone – Ken Gioffre Written-By, Drums – Vic Stevens Written-By, Electric Piano [Rhoses], Keyboards – Demetrious Pappas*
(CD-739673110722)
| SKU | CD-739673110722 |
| Barcode # | 739673110722 |
| Brand | CD Baby |
| Shipping Weight | 0.0820kg |
| Shipping Width | 0.120m |
| Shipping Height | 0.010m |
| Shipping Length | 0.140m |
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