If People Could Talk - Vic Stevens Mistaken Identities CD
Vic Stevens has been a professional musician since the age of 16. Vic has performed live and/or on recordings with jazz guitar legend Pat Martino, Dave Fiuczynski, Allan Holdsworth, Andreas Oberg, Scott McGill, David Torn, Alex Domschot, Gongzilla, bass greats Marc Johnson, Percy Jones, Michael Manring, Dave Carpenter, pianists Otmaro Ruiz, Marian Petrescu, Jordan Rudess, Jim Ridl, Tamir Hendelman, Kuno Schmid, Nate Adderley Jr., percussion legends Louie Balzo, Jos Madera, singers Maria Muldur, David Clayton Thomas, Helen Reddy, Bobby Rydel, Miles Jaye, Tony Desare, Bobbi Eakes, and Grammy award winning producers Neil Kernon (Hall & Oats, Yes, Brand X) and Joe Donofrio (Pat Martino). In addition to extensive live performances and recording sessions, Vic has engineered and produced countless projects at Giant Steps Recording, which he has owned since 1992. Vic has released three solo projects: "If People Could Talk", "No Curb Ahead" and "Till We Meet Again", which showcase his writing and producing abilities. His improvisational skills are highlighted on collaborative recordings with MMS (McGill,Manring,Stevens) Vics unique style has provided bands and artists with a wide variety of sonic colors to draw from. He credits his past teachers, Kenwood Dennard, Frankie Malabe, Roberta Petacia, Joe Morello, Barry Altschul, Peter Erskine and Lenny White, with his ability to adapt to many different styles. Vic has been a long time endorser of Sonor drums, Bosphorus cymbals, Hear Technologies, Phattfoot, Federal Case Company, and a voting member of NARAS.Additional Info: Who would have thought the guy who sang "money for nothing and your chicks for free" could inspire a kid to grow up and become one of the most promising bluesmen of his generation -- at the tender age of 20? The listener doesn't need to know the back story of this slamming, high-intensity Isle of Man-based blues-rock trio led by multi-talented singer, songwriter, and guitarist Davy Knowles to be inspired by the band's blistering excitement. But like all tales of great blues makers, origins are important, so here goes: at age 11, Knowles was in the car with his father and heard Dire Straits' "Sultans of Swing," which changed his life and put him on a mission to explore Dad's vast record collection. This included John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, Eric Clapton, Peter Green, and Rory Gallagher. Then Knowles started listening to their influences, soaking up Blind Willie Johnson and Robert Johnson. Back Door Slam's in-your-face debut rumbles out of the gate with the rollicking rocker "Come Home," a perfect intro to Knowles' crisply sizzling licks and gruff, wise, and pained-beyond-his-years vocals. The slow-burning "Heavy on My Mind" is the song Clapton wishes he wrote, with Knowles completely capturing the legend's vibe and intensity while bringing fresh invention to that style. After another edgy jam session ("Outside Woman Blues"), Back Door Slam simmer down ever so slightly for the gently percolating "Gotta Leave," which gives Knowles a chance to express the deeper emotion of his artistry. And the sparse, acoustic guitar-driven "Stay" and the title track are a fine examples of his strong emotional songwriting without much adornment or backup. Other tracks like "Too Late" and "Too Good for Me" have country-rock crossover potential while never letting listeners forget they're listening to a true blues heart. Back Door Slam are the second solid discovery Blix Street has made in the last decade; the label's first, the late songbird Eva Cassidy, became a posthumous sensation in the U.K. before touching millions in the U.S. Back Door Slam also have the potential to be successful on both sides of the pond. ~ Jonathan Widran
Specifics
- Album: If People Could Talk
- Artist: Vic Stevens Mistaken Identities
- Label: CD Baby
- Genre: Jazz
- MPN: DMJ-1107
Tracklist
1. Peace
Bass - Michael Manring
Drums, Keyboards - Vic Stevens
Sounds [Belltone] - Demetrious Pappas*
Bass - Michael Manring
Drums, Keyboards - Vic Stevens
Sounds [Belltone] - Demetrious Pappas*
2. If People Could Talk
Bass - Michael Manring
Congas, Timbales - Hector Rosado
Drums, Shaker, Keyboards [Additional] - Vic Stevens
Electric Guitar - Alex Domschot
Piano, Keyboards - Demetrious Pappas*
Bass - Michael Manring
Congas, Timbales - Hector Rosado
Drums, Shaker, Keyboards [Additional] - Vic Stevens
Electric Guitar - Alex Domschot
Piano, Keyboards - Demetrious Pappas*
3. Circle
Bass - Michael Manring
Drums, Percussion - Vic Stevens
Guitar [Nylon], Mandolin - Alex Domschot
Piano, Keyboards - Demetrious Pappas*
Soprano Saxophone - Ken Gioffre
Bass - Michael Manring
Drums, Percussion - Vic Stevens
Guitar [Nylon], Mandolin - Alex Domschot
Piano, Keyboards - Demetrious Pappas*
Soprano Saxophone - Ken Gioffre
4. Run If You Must
Bass - Michael Manring
Drums, Keyboards [Additional] - Vic Stevens
Piano, Keyboards - Demetrious Pappas*
Tenor Saxophone - Ken Gioffre
Bass - Michael Manring
Drums, Keyboards [Additional] - Vic Stevens
Piano, Keyboards - Demetrious Pappas*
Tenor Saxophone - Ken Gioffre
5. Never
Bass - Michael Manring
Drums, Percussion, Keyboards [Additional] - Vic Stevens
Electric Piano [Rhodes], Keyboards - Demetrious Pappas*
Guitar [Nylon] - Alex Domschot
Soprano Saxophone - Ken Gioffre
Bass - Michael Manring
Drums, Percussion, Keyboards [Additional] - Vic Stevens
Electric Piano [Rhodes], Keyboards - Demetrious Pappas*
Guitar [Nylon] - Alex Domschot
Soprano Saxophone - Ken Gioffre
6. The Beginning
Bass - Michael Manring
Drums, Percussion, Keyboards [Additional] - Vic Stevens
Bass - Michael Manring
Drums, Percussion, Keyboards [Additional] - Vic Stevens
7. Which One's Moe
Electric Guitar - Alex Domschot
Written-By, Bass - Percy Jones
Written-By, Drums, Keyboards - Vic Stevens
Electric Guitar - Alex Domschot
Written-By, Bass - Percy Jones
Written-By, Drums, Keyboards - Vic Stevens
8. Kaos
Drums, Keyboards - Vic Stevens
Electric Guitar - Alex Domschot
Synth [Solo] - Demetrious Pappas*
Drums, Keyboards - Vic Stevens
Electric Guitar - Alex Domschot
Synth [Solo] - Demetrious Pappas*
9. The Funky Dunky
Bass - Michael Manring
Congas - Hector Rosado
Electric Guitar - Alex Domschot
Tenor Saxophone - Ken Gioffre
Written-By, Drums - Vic Stevens
Written-By, Electric Piano [Rhoses], Keyboards - Demetrious Pappas*
Bass - Michael Manring
Congas - Hector Rosado
Electric Guitar - Alex Domschot
Tenor Saxophone - Ken Gioffre
Written-By, Drums - Vic Stevens
Written-By, Electric Piano [Rhoses], Keyboards - Demetrious Pappas*
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