Specter, Dave - Message In Blue

(2014/Delmark) 13 tracks. Feat.: Otos Clay, Brother John Kattke, Bob Corritore a.o. Dave Specter's 10th album, MESSAGE IN BLUE, is a soulful and compelling blend of Specter's original instrumentals along with powerful blues/R&B vocals. Soul legend Otis Clay makes his Delmark debut as a special guest on three songs including a re-make of the classic 'Got To Find A Way', The Falcons' 'I Found A Love' and a tribute to the late Bobby 'Blue' Bland, 'This Time I'm Gone For Good'. Brother John Kattke is on keyboards and vocals while harp ace Bob Corritore guests on two Specter originals. From tough a nd tone-full Chicago blues guitar to soul-jazz grooves and funky R&B, MESSAGE IN BLUE promises to be a pivotal album in Specter's distinguished career. Notes by Lloyd Sachs enclosed.