CD Review
Peter Schmidt
Blues Approved
by Sarah French
Review date: October 2004
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Toronto is a hotbed of fantastic and talented musicians, some of whom we may never get to hear or see live. Thankfully, guitarist Peter Schmidt and bassist Shane Scott are not included in that category and are two of the hottest and most sought after musicians in the city. Both of these gentlemen have been on the Southern Ontario Blues scene for a few years individually and teamed up, backing some of the most popular Blues bands around.
The release of their collaboration “Blues Approved” can only thrust them farther into the Blues limelight.
‘Blues Approved’ is not only a fantastic potpourri of electric Blues, it features the cream of Toronto’s musicians. Bob Vespaziani, Mel Brown, Julian Fauth, Larry Bodner, Chuck Jackson, Jerome Godboo, Mark Bird Stafford, Doctor Nick, Jack deKeyzer, Gary Kendall, David Rotundo, Little Bobby, Ricky Day, Tony Ajo and Greg Cooper all add their musical expertise to the songs.
There are 15 exciting tracks, each one showcasing the talents of Pete and Shane, along with support from the aforementioned guests. One of my personal favorites is the second track “How Long’ written by and featuring Downchild Blues Band vocalist Chuck Jackson. The lyrics are witty yet soulful and performed with the perfection that Chuck has become known for. ‘Back On Top’ in reminiscent of the early electric Blues by the likes of BB King, Junior Wells and Muddy. Ricky Day’s vocal styling could not be better on this heartfelt. Another fine performance comes from harmonica master and vocalist Jerome Godboo on the song ‘Jessie’, the lyrics are written by Mr. Godboo and delivered with unfeigned feeling. Finally, the last track on Blues Approved is a swingin’ instrumental featuring dueling harp from David Rotundo and Doctor Nick called ‘Harpin’, a perfect song for the finale of this incredible CD.
Listening to this CD is an exciting adventure into one of the greatest genres of music. All of the songs on ‘Blues Approved’ are incredible and judging by the performances from the front musicians and the supporting musicians, we need not venture far from Toronto to hear high energy, first rate Blues.
www.peteschmidt.com
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