(Rockin' Blues) The Bluescasters - Five Dimes - 2005, MP3, 320 kbps

With a musical style that defies most labels, but is best described as "swinging blues," this debut effort from The Bluescasters consists of 13 songs, ten of which are original compositions. Likened to a "musical road trip," the songs on Five Dimes reflect the various regional styles of Detroit, Chicago, Memphis, New Orleans and Texas. Always entertaining, The Bluescasters use unique arrangements, diverse musical backgrounds and vocal harmony to distinguish themselves from other blues bands. The melodies are infectious and the lyrics are intriguing and thoughtful. This is a fine first effort from this Ann Arbor, Michigan area band.
Personnel: Kerry Adams (guitar, vocals); Doug Wolgat (bass, vocals); Harry Rodman (drums, vocals); George Katsakis (saxophone); Ross Westerbur (piano, organ); Phil Ryski (harmonica).