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
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.
"If music is a smoothie than make it with REAL FRUIT, this canned nonsense thats thrown in our face everyday is really starting to annoy me." ~ THANKYOU FOR USING SOME REALLY SWEET FRUIT!
Ciao Breeze Kings ,thank you for the add and the friendship. you are very good, I like your stupendous music a lot,and stupendous voice. compliments ..really. you are one of my prefeitis I feel great admiration for you, talk to you soon, and all of my best wishes to always listen to your good music. all the best.. from italy..and good week neal
Thanks a million Breeze Kings for joining our ministry of Blues. It's all about peace, love, understanding, and GROOVE. Hope to perform for you sometime. Wishing you the very best in Blues and life! -Big Daddy
Well, hey guys! Been too long, just dropped in to share a grin, which always occurs when I hear your tasty vibes...Keep it rocking, will try to get to a show soon...Peace, Laura
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