Breeze Kings

Bio:

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.. OFFICIAL BREEZE KINGS WEB SITE WWW.BREEZEKINGS.COM

.. The Breeze Kings are making waves in the blues scene because they have it. Call it talent, dedication, charisma, passion, on-stage chemistry whatever it is, this classic blues combo is one of Atlanta's most popular and sought after bands.
.. The Breeze Kings formed in October 1997 when an Atlanta blues club needed a house band for Thursday nights. Four up-and-coming local blues players who barely knew each other came together out of a mutual love for classic 50s Chicago style blues. The spark was there, word spread, and calls from other clubs soon followed. Currently they perform over 200 shows per year all over the eastern USA, and in July 2007 completed their third multi date tour of France. Spotlighting complex guitar parts, explosive harmonica, and rock steady rhythms, their exciting and authentic blend of Chicago blues, Delta blues, and other regional styles has caught the attention of blues fans everywhere. Their energy has won over many new blues fans while their unwavering dedication to time honored blues traditions has earned them the respect and admiration of many blues purists. Its no wonder the Breeze Kings have won Creative Loafings Best Blues Band in Atlanta award seven years (1999, 2000, 2001, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007) and were top 10 finalists at the 2005 IBC competition in Memphis TN.
.. The Breeze Kings have opened for Bo Diddley, Steve Miller Band, George Thorogood, Atlanta Rhythm Section, Marshall Tucker Band, Buckwheat Zydeco, Saffire, John Hammond, Otis Taylor and have shared the stage with many more regional and national blues acts. They have performed live on Atlanta television and radio and their two CDs are regularly played on many local, regional, national and international blues radio and internet programs.
.. The Breeze Kings are also long time members of the Atlanta Blues Society. Bandleader Carlos Capote is the musical director of the Blues In The Schools program, which educates todays youth about the music, culture, and traditions of the blues.
.. The Breeze Kings debut CD Tying One On for the People was released in October 1999 after two years of steady club performances. The CD showcases the bands talent, influences, as well as their passion and commitment to the authentic sound and form of the classic Chicago blues labels from the 50s and early 60s. Everything was recorded live, in one night, in one room, with a couple of vintage mics and tube preamps, straight to ½ inch two track mono just like the old days. No multitracking, mixing, or overdubbing. Just one night of sweat, soul and blues straight to tape.
.. The Breeze Kings second CD "You Got To Bring Some To Get Some", released in July 2003, has pushed the bands success and reputation to new levels. While staying true to their classic blues roots, the new CD features 9 original tunes, special guests, and showcases the bands songwriting talents and musicianship. Nothing typical about this one. The sound moves you, the grooves are deep enough to fall into, and the lyrics are personal and stay with you for hours. You'll listen to it over and over. The CD has been very well received by both critics and audiences with glowing reviews and radio play lists coming in from all over the world.
.. The Breeze Kings are not like every other blues band and they are gaining attention everywhere they go...

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.. The Breeze Kings CD's are available directly from us at a live show or at our   Official CD's & Merchandise   page.
.. The Breeze Kings CD's are also available at America's top online retailers of independent music:
Amazon.com ,  CD Baby.com  , and  Tower Records.

Digital music from .. The Breeze Kings second CD is available on ITunes and most of the other digital music services.

Member Since:

August 21, 2005

Members:

Carlos "Breeze" Capote - vocals, harmonica
Jim "Taste Bud" Ransone - guitar
Matt "2-11" Sickles - bass
Terrence "T" Prather - drums



Tim "Kokomo" Gunther
Aug 29, 1958 - Oct 2, 2005.






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.. The Breeze Kings CD's are available directly from us at a live show or at our   Official CD's & Merchandise   page.
.. The Breeze Kings CD's are also available at America's top online retailers of independent music:
Amazon.com ,  CD Baby.com  , and  Tower Records.

.. The Breeze Kings second CD is available for download on ITunes and most of the other popular digital music services.

Influences:

Mainly 1950's and 60's blues records on the Chess & Cobra labels. Howlin Wolf, Muddy Waters, Little Walter, Magic Sam, Otis Rush, etc etc etc. But if it's great blues, we like it and we soak it all in. Robert Johnson, Elmore James, Junior Parker, R.L. Burnside, Hound Dog Taylor, T-Bone Wlaker, Freddie King, ... I'll stop before this becomes a ridiculously long list.

Howlin Wolf - Dust My Broom

Sonny Boy Williamson II
Keep It To Yourself

Sounds Like:

Your favorite weird uncle's record collection.

Record Label:

Veritone Records