Dirty Pool, by Melvin Taylor & The Slack Band

Dirty Pool

by Melvin Taylor & The Slack Band

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1.	Too Sorry 03:54	buy track
2.	Dirty Pool 07:01	buy track
3.	I Ain't Superstitious 04:25	buy track
4.	Kansas City 03:55	buy track
5.	Floodin' In California 04:57	buy track
6.	Born Under A Bad Sign 05:05	buy track
7.	Right Place, Wrong Time 05:10	buy track
8.	Telephone Song 03:25	buy track
9.	Merry Christmas, Baby 07:26	buy track

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Fans of Stevie Ray Vaughan will notice the title of this disc is that of a Vaughan song. Indeed, three selections from his songbook are covered here: "Too Sorry," "Telephone Song," and the title track. The impressive Melvin Taylor is an electric blues guitarist who will appeal to the fans of the legendary Texan for his skilled and precise playing along with his smooth and expressive vocals. Taylor definitely continues the Chicago blues tradition that begot Luther Allison, Buddy Guy, and Otis Rush. Taylor gives his version of Rush's "Right Place, Wrong Time" on this collection of nine covers. His lineup here is a trio — a reliable bass and drum rhythm section keeps up a steady bottom end, showcasing his ability to handle all vocals and guitar parts. Every track here is rife in the easy genius that marks a true master of the blues craft.

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released August 12, 1997

Melvin Taylor (guitar, vocals)
Ethan Farmer (bass)
James Knowles (drums)

Produced by: John Snyder
Executive Producer: Jerry Gordon

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