Blue By Nature - Live At The Lake (1997)

Blue By Nature is yet another fine blues band based in California. "Live at the Lake" is a two disc set, featuring the band in a live setting. The performance ranges in mood from from energetic and upbeat blues-rock and funk to slower blues and R&B flavored ballads, as the band works through a set consisting entirely of original songs.

The five member band is fronted by singer/songwriter Karen Lawrence, who's excellent vocals are distinctive, hard-hitting and emotional. There's a definite sense that she connects with her audience. Although fronted by Lawrence, the band has a very strong guitar presence as well. There's a generous amount of excellent guitar playing laid down throughout the two discs.