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JP Soars, who has been active in the roots music scene for over 20 years and has won numerous awards including the Blues Music Awards, releases his first collaborative album with Chicago's talented violinist Anne Harris, who has collaborated with Otis Taylor, Taj Mahal, and others! Focusing on original compositions, the album showcases energetic roots sounds that transcend genres such as blues, country, and gypsy jazz. A lively album where the two musicians' exceptional playing skills (guitar, cigar box, dobro, lap steel, fiddle, etc.) are fused together. 1. Jessie Mae 2. Go with the Flow 3. Viper 4. Paradise 5. Goin�f To South Carolina 6. May Mountain Waltz 7. Old Silver Bridge 8. Minor Blues 9. Cigar Box Jam J.P. Soars was born in California in 1969. After moving to Florida and graduating from high school, he worked as a guitarist in a heavy metal band. From 1998, he released several albums as a member of Divine Empire. However, in 2005, he left the metal scene and moved into the world of blues and jazz, studying Django Reinhardt. In 2008, he released his first album, "Back of My Mind." In 2009, he won the International Blues Challenge as J.P. Soars & The Red Hots, which led to a nationwide tour and increased his popularity. In 2011, he joined Southern Hospitality with Victor Wainwright and Damon Fowler, releasing the album "Easy Livin'" (2013) and performing at numerous festivals. He also consistently releases solo works, such as "More Bees With Honey" (2011). His 2019 album "Let Go Of The Reins" reached number 7 on the blues charts and was nominated for a Blues Rock award at the Blues Music Awards. His latest work is "Brick By Brick" (2024).