one step ahead of the blues

slipcased jewelcase

Chris Spedding is one of rock's most versatile musicians - a great guitarist, who has been consistently in demand with many top artists for over four decades, as well as being a successful solo artist.

This brilliant album showcases Chris' unique skills on a dynamic andbluesy set, and includes fresh takes on classics by Jimi Hendrix, JJ Cale, the Rolling Stones and others.

Original 12 track album, plus 3 previously unavailable Bonus tracks.

Extensive liner note includes a track by track appraisal by Chris Spedding himself.

Recorded and expertly remastered in Los Angeles. Superb sound. Chris Spedding, one of the rock's world's most versatile guitarists, has played with many top artists over a thirty-year career, from Elton John to Bryan Ferry. He has also unleashed many of his own hit singles and critically acclaimed albums and this is the best of his more recent works.

Spedding is adept at a range of styles from fusion jazz to rock'n'roll and this excellent set shows his abilities as both vocalist, guitarist and keyboard player. Among a dozen freshly minted songs are standout performances as 'I Wouldn't Treat A Dog', 'Go To The Mardi Gras' and 'Young Man Blues'. 3 previously unavailable bonus tracks round off this excellent album.

Produced by Philippe Rault, the CD was recorded in 2001 and has strong support from backing musicians Tal Bergman and John Philip Shenale (drums) and Reggie McBride (bass). Spedding remains one step ahead of his fellow guitarists, with this dynamic and bluesy session.

Track listing:

• Cajun Moon
• I Wouldn't Treat A Dog
• No Expectations
• Remember
• Riverboat
• Go To The Mardi Gras
• Albatross
• One Step Ahead Of The Blues
• Mother Earth
• Dollar Of My Pain
• Young Man Blues
• Lonely Avenue

Bonus tracks

• The Stuble
• No Time
• Bright Lights, Big City