Live In Austin Vol. 1
Guitar Woman, 2023
9/10
Listen to Live In Austin Vol. 1
The blues rocker Sue Foley captured these tunes live at the Continental Club in Austin, Texas, where 10 selections are fleshed out with plenty of energy and authenticity.
After a brief introduction, “New Used Car” follows with Foley’s distinct and flowing voice alongside muscular drumming and spirited guitar in the melodic blues climate, and “Walkin’ Home” continues that lead with a head bobbin’, toe tappin’ demeanor that’s instantly memorable.
Further into the set, the groove filled “Queen Bee” is full of intricate guitar playing and expressive singing, while “Positively 4th Street” offers a warm and intimate display of crisp drums and rich guitar work.
Close to the end, “Better” chugs with both power and harmony, as Foley’s voice is equal parts firm and pretty, and “High Roller” exits with soulfulness, dreaminess and agile instrumentation that welcomes grit and tunefulness.
The sound quality is excellent and the songs, well, they are, too. If you weren’t a fan of Foley before, you sure will be know, as the Canadian blueswoman knows her way around a tune you won’t soon forget.
Travels well with: Angela Strehli- Ace Of Blues; Alastair Greene- The New World Blues