kc Posted October 16, 2005 Report Share Posted October 16, 2005 KELLY JOE PHELPS, Shawn Trotter Monday, October 17th 7:30 pm. $20. Pepper Jack's (905)525-6666 "There are few artists who offer the raw sincerity and accomplished musical acumen that guitarist, singer and songwriter Kelly Joe Phelps does... Phelps has done something remarkable: forged himself a solid identifying mark as a folk and blues musician of distinction in fields that owe so much to the past, latter day performers are usually crushed under the weight of them... His voice, smoky and sweetly raspy is never harsh, though it often sounds like it is inhabited by ghosts... Dignfied, soulful and spot on musically, Phelps is a dynamite guitarist... It's his own songs that offer the true prize." - Thom Jurek, All Music Guide "Like the sound of some impossible invention built from theremin, pedal steel, saw, omnichord, sitar and the whir of hummingbirds, the sound of Kelly Joe Phelps' guitar has no derivation and no blueprint, save his own soul. He sings with an urgent, slurred whisper (like he hears the law outside the juke-joint door), and he writes songs -- sometimes visionary, mostly sustained by the holy blues -- with creative gravitas that's soaked in all the experiences of a life deeply lived. One doesn't expect such lyrical and vocal talent from virtuoso guitar improvisers. Like Tom Waits and Townes Van Zandt, Phelps reconfigures the blues with every pluck and breath. Like no one else filed under "folk," he creates his own tradition." - By Roy Kasten, Riverfront Times "More than just an awesomely talented musician, Kelly Joe Phelps speaks to the soul of each and every listener." - Cameron Crowe "Phelps' songwriting mirrors the subtlety that distinguishes his guitar work. His songs are also infused with poignancy, passion and spirtiuality." - The Washington Post "His cadence is so hypnotizing, his rough voice so evocative, his guitar work so deeply entwined with his singing." - Boston Phoenix "...textured, pure, noble and moving. Call it art." - Pulse! www.kellyjoephelps.net www.pepperjackcafe.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kc Posted October 17, 2005 Author Report Share Posted October 17, 2005 "Looks like someones got a case of the mondays." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiteymuseum Posted October 17, 2005 Report Share Posted October 17, 2005 One of the most amazing performances in Casbah history. Too bad only 50 people cared. Support this show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
briguy Posted October 17, 2005 Report Share Posted October 17, 2005 "Looks like someones got a case of the mondays." One of the best movies ever. Especially if you've ever worked in an office. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
briguy Posted October 17, 2005 Report Share Posted October 17, 2005 This show is also for fans of Tony Furtado. Tony played PJC back on July 29 and was one of my top 10 favourites of the year.Tony and Phelps are good friends, label mates, share similar styles and influences...masters at their craft.Maybe someday we'll get them together for a gig. Would be nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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