Music Scene

The Queen of Blues Rock Dana Fuchs took time to speak with Luxury Experience about her new release, Love Lives On, her own record label, Get Along Records, and life in general. Since her debut album in 2003, Dana Fuchs keeps on growing as an artist and always keeps audiences and listeners delightfully surprised.

Blues Rocker singer songwriter musician Ally Venable shows a maturity and talent beyond her nineteen years writing all of the music for her 10-track release, Ally Venable Band – Puppet Show released on the Connor Ray Music label. Joined by band members Elijah Owings on drums, and Bobby Wallace on bass, and special guests Gary Hoey, Lance Lopez, Eric Steckel, and Steve Krase, the release is outstanding and makes the Ally Venable Band one to watch.

Mike Zito – First Class Life released on the Ruf Records label is a masterful release for Blues singer/songwriter/guitarist Mike Zito .Joined by Lewis Stephens, Matthew Johnson, Terry Dry, and Bernard Allison, the 11-track release showcases Mike Zito’s rich story telling lyrics, the talent of the musicians, and has enough chops to keep you repeatedly hitting the replay button. The release hits stores on May11, 2018.

With his latest release, Mud Morganfield – They Call Me Mud released in March 2018 on the Severn Records label, Mud Morganfield, son of the late Blues master Muddy Waters, proves the apple did not fall far from the talent tree, as a singer, songwriter, and Blues musician, with 12 exceptional tracks that will make Blues fans want to pick up a copy a give it several listens.

John Mayall, the Godfather of British Blues, along with Greg Rzab and Jay Davenport deliver live Blues at their best on the their latest release, John Mayall – Three For The Road – A 2017 Live Recording released on the Forty Below Records label, which hits the market on February 23, 2018. After giving this release several listens, it just keeps getting better.

Jason Marsalis delivers the instrumental Jazz goods on his latest release, Jason Marsalis and the 21st Century Trad Band – Melody Reimagined: book 1 released on the Basin Street Records label. Featuring Jason Marsalis on vibes, Austin Johnson on piano, Will Goble on bass, and Dave Potter on drums, with special guests: father Ellis Marsalis on piano, and brother Delfeayo Marsalis on trombone, this release is sure to set vibe fans’ hearts afire.

Looking to Jazz up the Christmas holidays? Dave Koz and Friends – David Benoit, Rick Braun, Peter White – 20th Anniversary Christmas album released on the Concord Music Group is perfect to create a festive atmosphere.For the past 20 years, Dave Koz and friends have helped Jazz fans celebrate the holiday season. For 2017, Dave Koz teams up with friends, pianist David Benoit, trumpeter Rick Braun, and guitarist Peter White to create holiday magic on the 11-track album. Joined by …

Blues singer, songwriter, guitarist Casey James took time from touring to speak with Luxury Experience about his new fabulous release, Strip It Down, as well as about his life. From learning to play guitar at age 13, to being a finalist on American Idol, to his musical journey through life, Casey James is clearly an inspired talent who looks ahead and builds on each experience; he is also an extremely nice person.

Casey James hits his mark dead-center with his new 14-track Blues release, Casey James – Strip It Down, produced by Grammy® Winner Tom Hambridge. Joined by Ron McNelley, Tommy McDonald, Delbert McClinton, Pat Buchanan, Muscle Shoals Horns, Tom Hambridge, and Wendy Moten, former American Idol finalist Casey James proves his talent as a singer, songwriter, and guitarist.

Broadway star Telly Leung is a "triple threat" – a theater term for someone who can act, sing, and dance. With a host of top-Broadway shows under his belt, including his current role in the hit Broadway musical – Aladdin, as well as television appearances including the role of Wes the Warbler on Glee, he is someone who continues to prove his mettle. Telly Leung takes time from his busy schedule to speak with Luxury Experience.