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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
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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
8 posts
 
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???
bdgregory
1,712 posts
 
Boz Scaggs' first album - with Duane Allman - has a 13 minute jam track "Loan Me a Dime" with an extended guitar duel with Duane on lead. This album is one of my all time favorites.
wildoats
339 posts
 
I would buy some Rory Gallagher. "Live in Europe", "the Irish Tour",or "Live at the BBC" for live music. "Calling card" or "Tattoo" for studio. Make sure you get the re-mastered versions, as the sound is much better.
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