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Mark Selby: More Storms Comin'
by Todd S. Jenkins
Mark Selby is a contemporary blues phenomenon who rises far above the frequent practice of copying one's predecessors. He understands both the traditions of the blues and the myriad directions in which it can be pointed. Selby co-wrote most of the tunes here with his sister, Tia Sillers, and called in some very special guests to produce one of the best blues albums of 2000.
Selby is a fun, passionate vocalist who seems born to the mike, and his guitar ...
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by Ed Kopp
Nashville songwriter Mark Selby has penned some huge hits for other artists, most notably The Dixie Chicks ("There’s Your Trouble") and Kenny Wayne Shepherd ("Blue on Black"). Given his credentials, I feared Selby’s recording debut might be a slick country offering or an overblown rock release. Instead, the singer/guitarist has turned out a surprisingly well-crafted album that's a guitar-centric blend of blues, roots rock, and pop.Not that there’s anything terribly original about More Storms Comin’. The songs are ...
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