Play 90 second soundbite of 'Born To Sing The Blues' @ 'CD quality'
Louis' beautifully easy vocal style and fluid, sensitive guitar playing come together superbly as he 'prowls' his blues territory with a distinct coolness and determined attitude. An album full of Louis originals and one very recognisable cover, 'Black Cat' clearly demonstrates Louis' creativity as well as his passionate performance. Louis' somewhat pained but silky vocalisation is matched by his crisp and never flamboyant guitar style and with elements of reggae slipping easily into the generally blue mix, Louis brings his roots to the groove in a very successful and palatable way.
'Black Cat' is a relatively gentle breeze through Louis current new offerings; don't expect any vocal histrionics or big showy guitar breaks - Louis keeps it all nicely under wraps and lets his overall blues creativity speak for itself. And, it's Louis' penchant for simply and succinctly cruisin' the blues that sets him apart from many of his contemporaries - this is cool and sophisticated work that demonstrates that the blues can be anything and everything. As if to further emphasise the point, Louis' occasional sojourn towards a touch of funk is as unique as it is compelling.
Cleverly combining the sharp and expressive dynamics of horns and the more subtle and cosseting blanket of keyboards to vie with his distinctive guitar work, Louis brings new energy and expression to the form. 'Arthur Louis' 'Black Cat' is the personification of easy electric blues - contemporary, varied and beautifully chilled, 'Black Cat' positively purrs along with slick professionalism and gentle persuasiveness.
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