Shakedown Soul by Kelly Richey Band

“Shakedown Soul” is Kelly Richey’s 16th album in her 35 year career as a guitar slinger. The album is an unprecedented mix of urban/indie in-your-face, raucous rock n roll, blues, funky bass grooves, and synthesized electronica— complete with DJ scratching and drum loops; with added elements like horns, strings, and synth sequencing that combine to make “Shakedown Soul” a one-of-kind, phenomenal sonic wall of sound that will have you foot stomping and head banging one minute and completely mesmerized the next. Richey’s husky alto vocals and raw, ultra personal songwriting will leave you introspective, speechless and wanting more. Her guitar work on this album is truly exceptional— the songs retain her signature Strat sound, but Richey steps out of the box to incorporate new melodies and synthesized guitar sounds that sit perfectly
within the concept of the album.

“Shakedown Soul” is a studio album superbly mixed and mastered by Tobe “Tobotius” Donohue and features a group of extraordinary musicians and back scene talent all collaborating to make the 􀃶nest piece of work that Richey has done to date. All the songs are original, and feature Richey on guitar and vocals, Rikk Manning on bass, and Tobe Donohoe on drums, scratching and synths. “You Wanna Rock”, “Lies”, “Just Like A River”, “Love”, “Afraid To Die” and “Only Going Up” were recorded earlier this year with engineer Duane Lundy at Shangri-La Studio in Lexington, Kentucky and feature Robby Cosenza on drums, Lee Carroll on keys, and Blake Cox on bass, with Duane Lundy adding his signature magic to each track.

Never one to rest on her laurels, Richey has crafted her 􀃶nest album to date, featuring ten stellar songs that are guaranteed to blow you away whether you are an old fan or new. Be prepared for an astonishing, intense sonic experience that will leave you with your jaw on the ground!

Kelly Richey has been described as “Stevie Ray Vaughan trapped in a woman’s body with Janis Joplin screaming to get out.” Kelly Richey is a master Blues guitarist who has been compared to such legends as Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Richey’s powerful guitar chops capture an audience with muscular, aggressive guitar leads that will amaze even the most seasoned blues enthusiast.

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