The Cadillac Kings - Lou Ann (2001) [CD Rip]

The Cadillac Kings formed in 2000, around London, from a group of experienced musicians, whose cvs included the James Hunter Band, Otis Grand’s Band, Paul Lamb’s Kingsnakes & Big Joe Louis’ Band. Six months later they released their debut cd "Lou Ann". It was picked up right away by radio stations across the world and earned the band a ’finalist’ status in the 2001 UK best new blues band awards. From the very outset, The Cadillac Kings became firm favourites on the blues & jump-jive scenes.

With stunning musicianship & an exciting stage act, this band knows how to entertain audiences across the board, from arts centres to dance-halls, from intimate clubs to major festivals, the length & breadth of the UK, Europe & Scandinavia. The founder member of the band is vocalist & songwriter Mike Thomas, who writes nearly all the band’s material, combining the sounds & styles of '40s & '50s R&B with an unerring 21st century wit. "Mike’s often hilarious lyrics are right up there with Rick Estrin & Louis Jordan" wrote blues journalist Ken Peace in his bluesinthenorthwest blog.

Personnel: Mike Thomas (slide guitar, vocals); Paul Morgan (guitar); Ray Marquis (drums, guitar); Gary Potts (harp, vocals); Bernie Brewster (bass, vocals); Gary Howard (piano, accordion); Colin Hartshorn (tenor sax).