Guy Tortora - Footnote To The Blues (2002)

"Footnote To The Blues" is a collection of some outstanding original songs and a few choice covers in a very contemporary blues setting provided both by members of his regular band: Brendan Canty -- Bass; Neil Littman -- Drums; Mark Breen -- Hammond Organ, & several other exceptional players. Guy is a top rate guitarist, playing electric, acoustic, as well as, a mean slide; and has been compared to Albert Collins and Ry Cooder. This CD is making waves and has been well received by the blues press for the quality, and for the unique take on the Barrett Strong classic "I Heard It Through The Grapevine" (this, alone, is worth the price of admission). The artwork is cool and tasty too.