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Synopsis: Rob Stone, a harmonica player who has collaborated with many Chicago legends including Sam Ray and is popular with Japanese blues fans due to his numerous visits to Japan, presents his latest work?his first acoustic blues album, recorded in Tokyo and Kawasaki! He performs with a trio of two leading Japanese players who have also been active in the US: Hiroshi Eguchi (bass) and Elena Kato (piano). They deliver a relaxed take on vintage blues and R&B from the 40s and 50s, featuring artists such as Solomon Burke, Walter Davis, Amos Milburn, Louis Jordan, and Lead Belly. Media Reviews and More: Rob Stone, a harmonica player popular with Japanese blues fans due to his numerous visits to Japan and collaborations with many Chicago legends including Sam Ray, presents his latest work?his first acoustic blues album, recorded in Tokyo and Kawasaki! Formed with a trio featuring Hiroshi Eguchi (bass) and Elena Kato (piano), both leading Japanese players who have also been active in the US, the album offers a relaxed take on vintage blues and R&B from the 40s and 50s, including artists like Solomon Burke, Walter Davis, Amos Milburn, Louis Jordan, and Lead Belly. (C)RS
About the Artist: Rob Stone was born in Boston, Massachusetts in 1971. He began playing the harmonica at age 18 after seeing Charlie Musselwhite perform live. He moved to Colorado for college and met legendary drummer Sam Ray, who was appearing on the radio. In 1994, he moved to Chicago and joined Ray's band, learning a great deal during several years of touring. He has also collaborated with many legends, including Dave Myers and Hubert Sumlin. In 1998, he formed his own band, C-Notes, and debuted with "No Worries." Since then, he has consistently released albums, including "Just My Luck" in 2003 and "Back Around Here" in 2010. He has also appeared in Martin Scorsese's film "Godfathers and Sons" and the documentary "Sam Lay in Bluesland." In 2014, he released his 4th album, "Gotta Keep Rollin'," which received high praise from the media. Since moving to LA, he has collaborated with many musicians across genres, including Electric Flag Reunion, Barry Goldberg, and Joe Bonamassa.
