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Blues /rock: music recommendations?

I find that I really enjoy rock/pop that involves a lot of crossover into BLUES. I like all Dire Straits, but particularly "Brothers in Arms," as well as the Moody Blues. The CD I am currently listening to the most frequently is Steve Winwood's latest, "About Time," which exhibits strong blues influences.
There must be a number of other fine recordings in this rock/blues "genre", (if it qualifies as such!) that I am not aware of. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Thanks!
Steve
bigpowerballs
eldulcesol
197 posts
 
As Richingoth suggested, give Arc Angels a try. You really can not go wrong with this one. If you want an oldie, 60's vintage, try Grant Green "Bluesbreakers."
bigpowerballs OP
34 posts
 
Thanks, everyone. I am enjoying jj kale and also the arc angels,and will continue to explore others you recommended.
I looked at the current top "blues albums" list, and was surprised by the name at the top of the list--John Mellencamp! Yup, good ole' Johnny Cougar. It's called 'Trouble No More." I highly recommend it, but then I've always liked John. I've seen him live in concert a number of times.
Thanks
chantalandgerry
3 posts
 
Gary MOORE ....Blues for Greenie
Gary MOORE ....Still got the Blues
Allman Brothers..Hittin the Note
In so far as the first two choices are concerned I find them HIGHLY musical and listenable over the long haul...The Allman Brothers CD has been gracing my CD Player for about the last two months - they're back being fronted by two outstanding guitarists namely Warren HAYNES and Derek TRUCKS. (and Greg ALLMAN's vocals aren't too shabby either)
billbeat
8 posts
 
Wow! reading these recommendations is like looking through my own record collection. If you all like everything so far you'll love these artists Jack Semple,(canadian guitar genius!) Storyville and a nuther canuk band Big Sugar
billbeat
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After listening to Steve Winwoods new album,which I think is a very groovy album, i would recommend just about anything by Steely Dan, some 1970's Gino Vanelli, maybe Sade
and the Album "Slow Down" by Keb Mo...none of these artist are what you'd call blues/rock maybe blues/jazz/funk with some Latin grooves thrown in???
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