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Hey, thanks for that heads up. I am downloading at this very moment!

It was more fun to read. Thank you! g

http://www.allaboutjazz.com/php/article.php?id=33373 Walk that Fine Thin Line Greg Nagy | Big O Records (2009) By Clifford Allen It's not necessarily obvious to think of Michigan's "thumb" as being a hotbed of blues music. Sure, Detroit has produced a large share of jazz, R&B and Doo-Wop groups, and the state was home to the frantic blues-fueled rock of the Stooges and the MC5, but despite its proximity to Chicago, Michigan's lower third doesn't exude "blues." Don't tell that to Greg Nagy, guitarist in Lansing's Root Doctor who steps out on his own with Walk that Fine Thin Line, thirty-odd years after picking up his instrument. The opening title tune seems to operate in a number of orbits, beginning with acapella, gospel-tinged choral backing before settling into a fractured-yet-churchy backbeat with organist Jim Alfredson applying a chordal sheen behind Bobby Gardner's galloping drums and Nagy's biting, wiry guitar. Though only given a brief taste of "pyrotechnics," the economy of the leader's phrasing and implications skimming the tune's surface and digging into slightly distorted sonic chunks, perks the ears. "For the Love of a Woman" is taut, Nagy's chords gently tugging at the form behind his crisp tenor delivery as the rhythm section unfurls a launching pad that's open yet clipped. It would be a mistake to call this music "slick," though the fact that Nagy and his band dole out spare phrasing and unhurried, tight arrangements might be mistaken for a sort of sheen. In the simplest terms, Nagy's vocal delivery is analogous to his guitar playing— thrifty but sharp. He has a pinched, nasal quality, unhurried but with barbs that stick in your craw. Lyrically, Nagy is matter-of-fact, without the self-reflexive yarns that, while interesting, can plague the business end of contemporary songwriting. The focus is on Nagy's tunes and arrangements, though the covers of Willie Brown, Albert King and {{Keb'Mo'|| (not to mention the achy country-rock, "She's My Baby") are perfectly nestled within the album's spry whole, wizened bite and insistent funk slicing through it all. Walk that Fine Thin Line is a strong contemporary-blues debut. Hopefully there's more to come from Greg Nagy's voice, guitar, and tuneful pen. Greg Nagy at All About Jazz. Visit Greg Nagy on the web. Track listing: Walk That Fine Thin Line; For the Love of a Woman; Blues Will Take Good Care of You; Won't Cry; M&O Blues; Sunrise; You can Love Yourself; Not Falling in Love; Jenny Jenny Jenny; She's My Baby. Personnel: Greg Nagy: guitar and vocals; Jim Alfredson: piano, Hammond B3, Wurlitzer, woodblock, Clavinet, vocals; James Williams: bass, vocals (9); Bobby Gardner: drums, vocals (9); Al Hill: piano (2, 6), Fender Rhodes and vocals (1); Drew Howard: pedal steel guitar (10); Jen Sygit: vocals (1, 4, 6); Rachael Davis: vocals (1, 4, 6, 10); Larry Fratangelo: percussion. Style: Blues Published: July 11, 2009

Uh lots of showtunes....are there wires getting crossed regarding "queen?"

Jazzy Bassline 2:30 in...classic quote... "he's batting 450 on the guitar" I can't hear the guitar, btw on that part.

ok, I'm not sorry.

I was listening and I posted the link on facebook... some others tuned in from that link and left some wonderful compliments there.. One was a lady from North Cali! Great show guys. Sorry for the digression of silliness on this thread.

"You DID it!" lol

Does Greg think he's Leadbelly now? Ask Glenn for the Troggs outtakes, Chuck. Oh man...stuff is hilarious.

"I do know it needs strings...that I do know"

Thanks guys! You can get it here too: http://cdbaby.com/cd/gregnagy

Yeah, thanks Robert!

Get It Here At Big O

So sorry for your loss.

Just listened to the first couple songs. Great voice, fine guitar. Dude, you sound like John Hiatt's long lost twin brother! Thank you! I hope it does o.k...

Famed producer and historian Dick Shurman has done the liners and Jim Alfredson recorded and co-produced this puppy (as well as doing back up vox and playing his butt off). 1st three songs are samples from upcoming disc... http://www.myspace.com/gregnagyband

Ah hem...if the guitar has an pickup, sure. Otherwise, the tuner would have to generate a pitch you can hear and tune to. These are awesome for acoustics with no pickup... Clip On Tuner

Yeah, I'll second this!

I dig the groove - the vocals are pretty weird ... I kind of like the 'Popeye meets Tom Waits' thing he's got goin Seriously, after seeing him live, I would be disappointed if he didn't do something like it.

Oh yeah! And the vocals!! cool stuff.

I'm in! (downloading from emusic right now!)

Not THIS time...

Oh man...this clip is among my favorites for sure! I'm a HUGE Magic Sam fan. Thanks for posting this.

Yes, fine evening of tasteful, musical entertainment. The Vegas, Skids, Nessas and company had a fine time. Hey Chuck, How were the acoustics from your vantage point? Randy told me today that they moved the stage and that he was getting some reflections. Going to have to be hyper-vigilant with RD when we go. g p.s. Also heard Glenn was doing some work for you...too cool!