VOODOO ROOSTERS
Heavy Loaded (Full Scale)
Reviewed by Eric Steiner

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The Voodoo Roosters’ debut CD begins with a rollicking “Who’s Blues” and it doesn’t let up for 12 strong tracks that celebrate horn-powered blues. “Rosie’s Window” and a cover of Stevie Wonder’s “I Wish” show that Bluejay Saunders’ vocals and Scotty Scott’s guitar can get more than a little funky, while “Dream in Color” and “House That Love Built” are slow, sax-driven numbers that are sure to fill a dancefloor. Saunders’ and Scott’s songwriting is right-on, too: they’ve captured the blues in 11 original cuts and showcase a fine six-piece band. Cory Sandahl’s bass and Howdy McFarland’s drums build a great foundation for Scotty Harris’ tenor sax and Bob Baum’s Hammond B-3. Sitting in with the Voodoo Roosters on Heavy Loaded are the Tower of Power horns: Doc Kupka, Mic Gillette and Andy Suzuki. Together, they’ve put together an exciting set that’s all over the blues map. The Voodoo Roosters have warmed up Seattle area blues audiences for some of the best players around, including Delbert McClinton, Big Bill Morganfield, Koko Taylor, Roomful of Blues, among many others. Heavy Loaded shows that they’re ready to be headliners in their own right. For a great taste of funky blues, check out their soundclips online at http://www.voodooroosters.com.

Track List:

Who’s Blues * Rosie’s Window * I Wish * Dream in Color * Dress Up and Lie * Pennies and Love * Double Water * Worried Man * Big Thrill * House That Love Built * Rollin’ On * Voodoo Love Child

(C) 1998 - Eric Steiner