Doin’ The Shout!
VizzTone, 2025
9/10
The harmonica wizard Bob Corritore is surrounded by some very specials guests for these 12 songs that were recorded between 2023 and 2024.
“Say Baby Say” opens and uses Thornetta Davis’ soulful and playful voice alongside Corritore’s lively mouth harp amid the flowing blues, and “Woman Wanted” follows with Oscar Wilson’s soaring voice that’s expressive and suits the spirited guitar.
Closer to the middle, “Its My Life” comes with an infectious energy via Nora Jean’s animated pipes and the thumping drums, while “I’ve Got Three Problems” comes with some funk nods amid Bobby Rush’s distinct voice, the meticulous harmonica and bouncy bass.
“Same Old Thing” and “My First Love” exit the listen. The former swings with fun and benefits from Jimi ‘Primetime’ Smith and Carla Denise’s singing that is complemented by plenty of rhythm, and the latter uses Bob Stroger’s gritty vocals and Corritore’s meticulous mouth harp in the southern influenced finish.
The is Corritore’s 30th album, and like everything he’s been a part of, it’s full of timeless and authentic blues that’s fleshed out with the perfect balance of precision and spontaneity.
Travels well with: Bob Corritore & Friends- Phoenix Blues Rumble; Bob Corritore & Friends- Somebody Put Bad Luck On Me