It seems like forever ago that bluesy swamp-rocking Delta Moon won 2003’s International Blues Challenge. The four-piece led by guitarists Tom Gray and Mark Johnson has doubled down on its sound by writing progressive Southern blues songs, best exemplified on Cabbagetown. The grooves are loose and nimble, setting the foundation for the quartet’s road-hardened approach in “Rock and Roll Girl,” taking on the life of a touring musician. The jazz-inflected “21st Century Man,” gets down and dirty, and the group explores its roots on a grinding cover of Son House’s “Death Letter.” (Label: Jumping Jack Records)
— HH
The following record stores carry local albums or can easily source them for you. When you purchase them, let them know how much you appreciate their support for local bands!
- Criminal Records (L5P)
- Decatur CD & Vinyl (Decatur)
- Fantasy Land Records (Buckhead)
- Wax’n’Facts (L5P)
- Wuxtry Records (Decatur)
Buy it here: deltamoon.com
Items Under $50