BBD Rhythm & Blues
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"My Mississippi Roots" has been released to the public!
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New & Noteworthy/CD Review:
James JB Barnes 'My Mississippi Roots': "One of the most soulful blues records I’ve heard in maybe forever. On My Mississippi Roots Barnes lives up to his mission; to honor the artists that came before him while ensuring the blues remains vibrant in the present, to which I say, spectacularly well done, sir. Production is smooth and excellent, not overly cluttered and the spirit of the thing shines through with each and every note. Since Barnes is a bassist you know there’s got to be some funk in here, too, like in the closer Stand Up And Give Peace & Love A Chance. It’s a timely message with a 70’s funk feel. Wonderful, wonderful stuff (5 stars out of 5)" - John Kerieff
MY MISSISSIPPI ROOTS James “JB” Barnes (independent) *****
This is one of the most soulful blues records I’ve heard in maybe forever. With My Mississippi Roots Barnes lives up to his mission; to honor the artists that came before him while ensuring the blues remains vibrant in the present, to which I say spectacularly well done, sir.
There is a lot of James’s life in My Mississippi Roots. Born in Cleveland and raised in New Jersey, he grew up steeped in the sound and spirit of the music. On his father’s side he can trace his lineage back to Mississippi, so this record is as much family history as the blues is the bedrock of his artistic muse. As a bass player it makes sense that Barnes’s music has a sensuous sense of groovature, as it makes you feel like moving whether you want to or not. Part of the blues magic in these tracks comes from the guitar work of Anthony Krizan, particularly on a song like Brush With The Blues, which I first heard on a Jeff Beck album.
Aside from the soulfulness of the disc, like any decent blues this is fine storytellin’ music. The title track tells the story of his father, who journeyed from the deep south to the industrial North in search of work and a better life for his family. “His Mississippi roots” say JB, “are my Mississippi roots.” Slow blues like Gotta Make A Change and a bluesy remake of Hall & Oates’ Sara Smile kinda hit you right in the babymaker. Other cover songs aside from those already mentioned include Carey Bell’s Lonesome Stranger and The Rolling Stones’ masterpiece Wild Horses, all of which fit nicely in the feel and vibe of the record.
Since Barnes is a bassist you know there’s got to be some funk in here too, like in the closer Stand Up And Give Peace & Love A Chance. It’s a timely message with a 70’s funk feel. Lots of vibes, feels and grooves throughout My Mississippi Roots, all with an easy blues breath to them. The production is smooth and excellent, not overly cluttered and the spirit of the thing shines through with each and every note. Wonderful , wonderful stuff.
HOT TRACKS: Gotta Make A Change, Brush With The Blues, Sara Smile
There is a lot of James’s life in My Mississippi Roots. Born in Cleveland and raised in New Jersey, he grew up steeped in the sound and spirit of the music. On his father’s side he can trace his lineage back to Mississippi, so this record is as much family history as the blues is the bedrock of his artistic muse. As a bass player it makes sense that Barnes’s music has a sensuous sense of groovature, as it makes you feel like moving whether you want to or not. Part of the blues magic in these tracks comes from the guitar work of Anthony Krizan, particularly on a song like Brush With The Blues, which I first heard on a Jeff Beck album.
Aside from the soulfulness of the disc, like any decent blues this is fine storytellin’ music. The title track tells the story of his father, who journeyed from the deep south to the industrial North in search of work and a better life for his family. “His Mississippi roots” say JB, “are my Mississippi roots.” Slow blues like Gotta Make A Change and a bluesy remake of Hall & Oates’ Sara Smile kinda hit you right in the babymaker. Other cover songs aside from those already mentioned include Carey Bell’s Lonesome Stranger and The Rolling Stones’ masterpiece Wild Horses, all of which fit nicely in the feel and vibe of the record.
Since Barnes is a bassist you know there’s got to be some funk in here too, like in the closer Stand Up And Give Peace & Love A Chance. It’s a timely message with a 70’s funk feel. Lots of vibes, feels and grooves throughout My Mississippi Roots, all with an easy blues breath to them. The production is smooth and excellent, not overly cluttered and the spirit of the thing shines through with each and every note. Wonderful , wonderful stuff.
HOT TRACKS: Gotta Make A Change, Brush With The Blues, Sara Smile
To all our Fans and Supporters:
Thank you for your everlasting support during 2024! We are looking forward to a great 2025!
BBD would like to wish everyone a very happy holiday season.
Please enjoy a healthy, happy, and safe New Year!
Click on EVENTS for all upcoming shows.
BBD formed during March of 2012.
Original members - Blues Hall of Fames Inductees (NJ Chapter) - 2016
BBD has performed all throughout the area helping to keep the blues alive and well.
Countless musicians have sat in with the band to help continue bringing the music over the years.
Most importantly: It's all about the fans - Thanks to everyone for attending our shows and supporting BBD for the past 10-years! We love you!
"Love the people, play the blues and check your ego at the door"
Luther Allison
Thank you for your everlasting support during 2024! We are looking forward to a great 2025!
BBD would like to wish everyone a very happy holiday season.
Please enjoy a healthy, happy, and safe New Year!
Click on EVENTS for all upcoming shows.
BBD formed during March of 2012.
Original members - Blues Hall of Fames Inductees (NJ Chapter) - 2016
- James "JB" Barnes
- Tommy "Earthquake" Doud
- Barry "Blues" Holmes - RIP (1952 - 2020)
- Special thanks to "Bluesman" Chris - joined the band during 2017
- Special thanks to "Moedene" - joined the band during 2021
BBD has performed all throughout the area helping to keep the blues alive and well.
Countless musicians have sat in with the band to help continue bringing the music over the years.
Most importantly: It's all about the fans - Thanks to everyone for attending our shows and supporting BBD for the past 10-years! We love you!
"Love the people, play the blues and check your ego at the door"
Luther Allison
"This was absolutely the hands down BEST music performers that Summit has had. The growing crowd when these guys were playing tells the story! What a group of professionals. Every song a winner. And the lead guitar was phenomenal - not to leave out the drummer and bass player as great too. PLEASE have them back again."
"We really are so very happy to have you perform for us. You bring such incredible life to our streets!"
"2016 Blues Hall of Fame Inductees"
BBD Rhythm & Blues is the premier Rhythm & Blues Band that will soothe your soul through the power of the Blues! You can book us for your special events and welcomed to check us out at any of local performances. We hope to see you at our next gig. Come and have a drink, eat some quality food, and share some great Blues music!
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North Jersey Blues Society Blues & Brews: BBD Rhythm & Blues Band
On a cold February Jersey day the BBD Rhythm and Blues band served up a smoking hot show at the Montclair Brewery for the North Jersey Blues Society Blues & Brews series. Their rocking blues style had the house packed up, moving and grooving. The ultra-tight band consists of James" JB" Barnes on bass, Tommy" Earthquake" Doud on drums, and "Bluesman" Chris Mongielo on lead guitar who blistered through some well-known covers as well as some killer originals from their current CD release "JB's Favorite Things". "Harpdawg" Tony Sky joins the party for a few songs. The room was jumping and the show went a little into OT as the crowd cheered on. These bluesmen, who sometimes play rock and roll, seemed to be on a mission! Creating a fantastic afternoon of of epic rockin blues. Thanks guys, mission to accomplished!
