New Southern Vintage
Nola Blue, 2025
9/10
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The Grammy Nominated vocalist Candice Ivory is well versed in the blues, and these 13 tracks welcome an excellent backing band to the authentic listening experience.
“Ain’t So Blind” opens with Ivory’s soulful pipes alongside thumping drums and Jan Hartmann’s lively harmonica for the powerful delivery, and “Blue Blood” follows with a bouncy spirit that’s rhythmic and infectious with its bluesy energy.
Moving into the middle, Ben Levin’s animated keys enter the swift “Looking For My Baby”, while “Let Your Love Shine On” welcomes Anthony Vergara’s cozy pedal steel and Chris Stephenson’s intimate organ to the emotive climate.
Deeper still, “Corrina” makes great use of David Evan’s meticulous guitar that suits Ivory’s expressive pipes amid some gospel ideas, and “Shout The Boogie” exits with Andy Cohen’s guitar and Levin’s keys complementing the lively singing.
An album that touches on the blues from a southern angle, Ivory tips her hat to those who inspired her, as well as living legends, and anyone who appreciates the blues will find much to admire here.
Travels well with: Chris Vincent & The Raw Deals- Good Crook; Jimmy Vivino- Gonna Be 2 Of Those Days