As a child, growing up in the Mississippi Delta, I used to tell folks that my mother named me after John Lee Hooker,
but they all called me Johnny. It wasn't until a 1986 tour with Long John Baldry, I started using the name I was born with, as I came back to the blues.

I loved his boogie stuff, especially Boogie Chillun',
I had the house gig at JJs, every Sunday and Monday Night in San Jose California, and John Lee Hooker would often come and hear me do a set or two, dressed to the nines
in his white blues hat. He was pretty shy and wouldn't say much. I got a call from Deacon Jones to do the piano on this record, and was thrilled to be part of his recorded legacy.
I hear much of his influence on my voice, and when my stuff gets a bit too slick I go back to the boogie man, and try to keep it simple
His voice and rhythms take me back home to a wonderful time growing up in the Delta,
Click the player below, and hear my piano on the track, "we'll meet again" very different from John Lee Hooker, but beautiful

the 2006 Grammy winning blues CD of the year,
John Lee Sanders did these sessions with some star studded guests, Carlos Santana, Van Morrison, Charles Brown, and Booker T.

One of JLH finest '90s recordings, Chill Out balances the guitar-glitz of Carlos Santana's guest shot on the karmic title cut with a handful of profoundly deep Hooker solo performances. Among those are new versions of his standards "Tupelo" and "Annie Mae," and the soulful "If You've Never Been in Love," where expert slide-man Roy Rogers provides subtle accompaniment to Hooker's spontaneous storytelling. The band numbers that bookend the album are weak, relying on Hooker's strong vocal presence to overcome sketchy writing. Van Morrison, pianist Charles Brown, and M.G.'s leader Booker T. Jones also lend a hand. But Hooker doesn't need anybody's help to get to the passionate heart of his blues.

John Lee Hooker, Judy Sanders, and JLS, backstage at one of his last concerts

Track listing1. Born Under a Bad Sign - Koko Taylor/Buddy Guy
2. Breaking My Back - Rufus Thomas
3. Big Leg Woman - Luther "Guitar Junior" Johnson
4. Same Girl - Memphis Slim/Sonny Boy Williamson
5. Those Lonely, Lonely Nights - Katie Webster/Lonnie Brooks
6. Tell Me Why - Duke Robillard Band
7. Stormy Monday Blues - Long John Baldry/Duke Robillard Band
8. Touro Infirmary - Dr. John
9. Low Down Dirty Shame - Jimmy Witherspoon
10. Dream, The - Albert Collins/Robert Cray

Album notes; Personnel: Duke Robillard, Lonnie Brooks, Luther "Guitar Junior" Johnson, Buddy Guy (vocals, guitar); Sonny Boy Williamson (vocals, harmonica); Dr. John, Katie Webster, Memphis Slim (vocals, piano); Jimmy Witherspoon, Long John Baldry, Robert Cray, Rufus Thomas, Koko Taylor (vocals); Ernie Lancaster, Calvin Louden, Paul Murphy , Papa John King, Albert Collins, Vas-tie Jackson, Bryan Bassett (guitar); Butch Coulter (harmonica); John Lee Sanders (saxophone, keyboards); Gordon "Sax" Beadle (tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone); Lawson Buzz Montsinger, Scott Hamilton (tenor saxophone); Tino Barker, Bob "Rattlesnake" Greenlee (baritone saxophone); Sylvester Polk, John Abrahamsen (trumpet); King Snake Horns (horns); Eric Webster, Eric Moore (piano); Allen Batts, Bruce Katz (organ); Jeremiah Africa, Lucky Peterson (keyboards); Marty Ballou (acoustic bass); Jeffery McAllister, Denny Best, Al Webster, Keith "Smitty" Smith, Ray Allison, Morris Jennings, Casey Jones (drums); Donna Staples, Vyki Walls, Nadine Brown (background vocals).
Recording information: Hamburg, Germany (04/1993).

I Frist opened for Tower of Power back in 1974, after a few years at North Texas State University.
I did the Horn Arrangements on "this Type of Funk" in the clip you can hear below, and many of the background vocals on the CD. I've followed TOP over the years and have become friends with many of the guys in the Band.
Back in 1991, I started a band with Tower of Power Drummer, David Garibaldi, and Guitarist Jeff Tamelier. David plays all of the drum tracks on my first CD, World Blue.
Since this Cd, I've done lots of projects with Tower of Power founder, Doc Kupka, who plays Bari Sax with the band, and writes much of their hit material.
It was a great honor to record with the greatest Funk Horn Band of all time.

Other Tower of Power related projects I've been involved with you might want to Check out

The Strokeland Superband
Bumped up to First Class
Glenn Walters, King of the Retro Cool
Doc Goes Hollywood

Songwriting giants Burt Bacharach, Brian Wilson, Carole King, Kris Kristofferson, Kenny Loggins, Paul Williams, Richard Marx, Stephen Bishop and others offer fresh versions of classic songs, as well as exciting new ones, on this one-of-a-kind compilation. NEW MUSIC FROM AN OLD FRIEND: Singer Songwriter Legends: it's a personal gift from the people you've listened to all your life.
Some of modern music's greatest songwriters revisit beloved tunes – and deliver sparkling new ones – on this extraordinary, exclusive collection. Overseen by legendary producer Phil Ramone, NEW MUSIC FROM AN OLD FRIEND reunites fans with iconic creators Burt Bacharach, Brian Wilson, Carole King, Kenny Loggins, Kris Kristofferson, Paul Williams, Willie Nelson, Richard Marx, and Stephen Bishop among others.
Bacharach offers a poignant new version of his classic "Alfie" (gorgeously sung by Peabo Bryson), as well as new material – notably a new collaboration with Wilson ("What Love Can Do"), who also recreates the Beach Boys gem "God Only Knows." King delivers a moving rendition of a new song "Say Goodbye Today" and teams with Suzan Agbor on a new soulful version of her timeless gem "Home Again." Kristofferson performs a poignant and reflective version of his classic, "Sunday Morning Coming Down", as well as the beautiful new ballad, "The Wonder." Williams, who duets with Willie Nelson on the heartwarming favorite "The Rainbow Connection," penned the album's title track "New Music from an Old Friend" sung by vocal virtuoso Jane Monheit. Stephen Bishop teams up with Eric Clapton and Brazilian guitar icon Oscar Castro-Neves on an exciting samba version of his hit "Save It for a Rainy Day." Kenny Loggins returns to his singer songwriter roots with a fresh interpretation of "A Love Song" as well as the brand new I'll Remember Your Name." Notes producer Ramone, "There's a freshness in all of these artists that's undeniable. It's been a magical experience."
NEW MUSIC FROM AN OLD FRIEND is a unique chance to catch up with the people who have created the soundtrack of our lives.

Tracklist:
1. "Alfie" - Burt Bacharach, Peabo Bryson
2. "God Only Knows" - Brian Wilson
3. "Your Goodbye" - Richard Marx
4. "A Love Song" - Kenny Loggins
5. "Say Goodbye Today" - Carole King
6. "What Love Can Do" - Brian Wilson
7. "Sunday Morning Coming Down" - Kris Kristofferson
8. "I Still Remember" - Burt Bacharach, John Pagano
9. "Rainbow Connection" - Paul Williams, Willie Nelson
10. "Hold On To The Nights" - Richard Marx
11. "Home Again" - Carole King, Suzan Agbor
12. "The Wonder" - Kris Kristofferson
13. "I'll Remember Your Name" - Kenny Loggins
14. "New Music From An Old Friend" - Paul Williams, Jane Monheit
15. "Save It For A Rainy Day" - Stephen Bishop with Eric Clapton & Oscar Castro-Neves
 

this was an amazing session for me, I've know Zigaboo since the 70s, after doing a double bill with the Meters for a week in Dallas Tx
We reconnected in the Bay Area, and I was added to this amazing lineup on this record, with Dr. John, David Torkanowski, and Bernie Worrel, plus a killer Rhythm section.
Preaching the Gospel of New Orleans music for the last 30 years, it doesn't get much better than playing with the guy who created New Orleans Funk

Drummer Joseph "Ziggy" Modeliste was one of the original members of the Meters, a pioneering funk band based in New Orleans. He is widely acknowledged as the innovator of a style of playing known as second-line funk. As a solo artist, he released the album Zigaboo.Com in 2000, about two decades after the Meters' broke up. Modeliste self-produced the release, which was issued by the indie label that he founded, JZM Records. He also appeared on numerous Meters' recordings, as well as others by such artists as the Rolling Stones, Harry Connick Jr., Aaron Neville, Keith Richards, Professor Longhair, John Fogerty, Dr. John, Robert Palmer, Allen Toussaint, Patti LaBelle, and Lee Dorsey, among others. A New Orleans native, the drummer makes his home in Berkeley, CA. He went home to the Crescent City in 1997 and 1998 to perform at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. ~ Linda Seida, All Music Guide

John Lee Sings the Title Track to this CD, the one that started it all with Strokeland Records
along with Current and Former members of Tower of Power, including sax solos by Lenny Pickett, leader of the Saturday Night Live Band
Along with John Lee are 6 other outstanding vocalists, including: Huey Lewis (Huey Lewis and the News); Bill Champlin (Sons of Champlin, Chicago); Mickey Thomas (Starship); Frank Biner; Glenn Walters; Emilio Castillo;

recorded live on one of my many tours with Long John Baldry, this is my favorite Baldry recording, because it captures the energy of his live show.
Recorded in Hamburg Germany, at the Fabrik Club, one of the best clubs in Europe.
We showed up at the gig, and were told that this was a live radio broadcast, but the band was so tight, it was just another great night on the road.
Baldry was a great inspiration and mentor to me, and helped be get my first record deal in Germany that year.

Here's a video I did in Germany with Long John Baldry on one of our many tours

Much of the preproduction for this CD was done in my home studio in Oakland as Angela
roughed out her songwriting ideas with piano, vocals, and other midi tracks, of course, all the tracks here are live at Laughing Tiger Studios in Marin County California. I'm doing saxes, grand piano and Hammond B3, and do some live background vocals with Maria Muldaur. I met Angela through my work in the house band at her club in northern Californa, Rancho Nicasio.
She and her husband Bob Brown have done so much for me and my career in the short time I've known them, and have helped get my music heard by so many of the greats in the industry. This is one of my favorite albums I've had the honor of working on. Angela helped build the Austin Music scene and you can hear her story in the great documentary
about Clifford Antone, in the new dvd documentary, Antone's home of the blues
JLS

Musicians: Angela Strehli (vocals), Mighty Mike Schermer (guitar), Gary Vogenson (guitar), Steve Ermann (bass), Paul Revelli (drums). Guest artists: John Lee Sanders (piano, Hammond B-3, tenor sax), Maria Muldaur & Marcia Ball (vocals on Blue Highway), Paul Thorn (vocal on track # 3), Larry Batiste, Claytoven Richardson, Donnie Bledsoe (background vocals on tracks #5, 6, 7, 9), Tom Duarte (acoustic guitar on track # 8)., Stevie Ray Vaughn on C.O.D>

Singer/songwriter Angela Strehli has been a fixture on the Austin blues scene for decades now, but as her first studio album in seven years demonstrates, her range extends beyond the blues and well into country, soul, and roots rock. At 60 years old, her voice is strong and slightly gritty around the edges, and her delivery is powerful and authoritative. She manages to take material like the Ann Peebles classic "Slipped, Tripped and Fell in Love" and Ernie K-Doe's "Hello My Lover" and make it all her own (though she has help on the latter from singer Paul Thorn), and her originals are mostly quite good as well. (Her tribute to the late Stevie Ray Vaughan, titled "SRV," is sweet but maybe just a bit on the overly sentimental side.) Fellow blueswomen Marcia Ball and Maria Muldaur join her on the rollicking title song. But the album's finest moment comes at the very end; the last track is a live version of the old blues song "C.O.D.," performed by Strehli with Vaughan and his band, Double Trouble, at Carnegie Hall in 1985. The combination of her powerful voice and his blockbusting guitar is amazing. Recommended.

The first song, "Austin's Home Of The Blues," is dedicated to Antone's, Strehli's base of operations from the early 1970s. The title song, "Blue Highway," finds the singer in the company of her old pals Maria Muldaur and Marcia Ball. It goes without saying that the song is a winner. The band is especially keen with nice work from Mike Schermer and guest piano-man John Lee Sanders.

Angela Strehli is a native of Lubbock, Texas and an expert in the history of the Lone Star state's blues history. Her composition, "SRV," is a touching tribute to her late friend Stevie Ray Vaughan, another Texan.

We liked the singer's "I Don't Know Why." Strehli absolutely wails and the band backs her up in style.

Gospel fans aren't forgotten when the singer pays tribute to Inez Andrews with the rousing "Lord, Don't Move The Mountain." It ends much too soon!

The closer is from a live concert at Carnegie Hall in 1985 with Stevie Ray Vaughan. Nobody will object if you crank up the volume. We did! Hopefully, Angela Strehli won't make us wait another seven years for her next release.

Tracks: Austin's Home Of The Blues, Blue Highway, Hello My Lover, SRV, Slipped Tripped And Fell In Love, I Don't Know Why, Lord Don't Move The Mountain, Headed South, Always Love You, C.O.D.

Record Label Website: http://www.mc-records.com

Artist's Website: http://www.angelastrehli.com

Reviewed by: Richard Bourcier
Blue Highway

LA Times
"Linda’s pure soprano and meticulous professionalism make her a favorite with children and parents alike."
I did many CDs with Linda Arnold, one of the great children's music artists.

I co-produced/ and co-wrote this one with Linda, and we received a Grammy nomination for best Children's recording. It was funded with a grant from the Monterey Bay Aquarium to coincide with the Splash Zone Exhibit, to teach children about taking care of the sea, and it's amazing connection to the planet. this was a great learning experience for me, not only about African and Caribbean Rhythms, but Ocean Habitats, Penguins, and all sorts of Aquatic life in the sea.

Fun, educational lyrics with lovely Caribbean, Cuban, and South African rhythms. "One afternoon at the beginning of this project, I stood in the cliffs overlooking Monterey Bay, I suddenly realized how little I knew about the ocean and the many animals that call it their home. After many joyful months of working on this album and 18 songs later, I have become wonderfully familiar with a colorful cast of marvelous sea creatures. Learning about marine life has given me a much deeper appreciation of the ocean. I hope these songs will inspire listeners of all ages to continue to discover and celebrate the wonders of the sea."

f52430eef61

music_discography_baldryleadbelly

music_discography_baldrysilenttreatment

music_discography_caindoesking

music_discography_garthwebber

Detailed item info
Track listing
1. Another Fine Day
2. Cadillac
3. Get Yourself Together
4. Be Careful What You Wish For
5. She's Sweet
6. Monkey Time
7. Jelly Jam
8. That's It
9. Taste And Try
10. Reap What You Sow
11. One Man's Opinion
12. Soul Salvation

Details
Number of CDs:
1
Producer:
Patrick Ford
Recording type:
Studio
Distributor:
F-Minor; Cadiz/Trilogy Logistics
Recording mode:
Stereo

Album notes
The Ford Blues Band: Patrick Ford (vocals, drums); Volker Strifler (vocals, guitar); Andy Just (vocals, harmonica); Dewayne Pate (bass).Aditional personnel: Gabriel Ford (vocals); Garth Webber (guitar); Mark Ford (harp); John Lee Sanders (saxophone); Tom Poole (trumpet); Kevin Porter (trombone); John R. Burr (keyboards).Recorded at Red Rooster Studio, Berkeley, California.

music_discography_tributetobutterfield

I loved doing this CD, thank you Victor for having me doing the background vocals
I did all of the background vocals on selected tracks, including all 5 harmony parts. Victor wanted me to re-create the sound of the Jordanaires, the Gospel Group on the early Elvis recordings, and from all accounts, everyone was pleased with the results.
Derk Richardson kindly gave me a pick for his MVPs of the Bay Area for 2008. I'm humbled and grateful:
"What do you do when your father and stepfather die within three weeks of each other? If you're Krummenacher you gather your friends and band mates from such projects as Camper Van Beethoven and Monks of Doom and record a bluesy classic rock album that is both heart wrenching and exhilarating. "Patriarch's Blues" (Magnetic) weaves a poignant program of originals, old blues and songs reworked from the repertoires of James McMurtry and June Tabor and the poetry of W.H. Auden. MVPs Jonathan Segal, David Immergluck, Greg Lisher, Doug Hilsinger, Paul Olguin, John Hanes, Alison Faith Levy, John Lee Sanders and John R. Burr help steady the ship."