Los Lonely Boys 2004 Live At The Fillmore, October 23, 2004

Genre: Blues-Rock
Rate: 174 kbps VBR / 44100
Time: 01:19:29
Size: 99,55 MB



Even before Los Lonely Boys' self-titled debut album sold millions of copies and earned the band a Grammy award, those in the know traded stories about the Texas trio's legendary concerts. LIVE AT THE FILLMORE officially reveals what all the fuss was about.

A no-holds-barred slab of rootsy Tex/Mex blues-rock with an all-important dollop of pop smarts, the record recalls the great live albums of the 1970s. Group leader Henry Garza is a genuine guitar hero who seems to know every lick that Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan ever played, and his extended solo on "Dime Mi Amor" is one of the disc's highlights. As is often the case with sibling bands, the Garza brothers seem to communicate telepathically when it comes to singing; their harmonies are sweeter than ever on the a cappella tour de force "More Than Love." The 13-minute "Onda" showcases the full range of the combo's string-bending, soul-shouting, polyrhythmic rock prowess, coming off like a new-millennium version of a classic Santana instrumental jam. (http://www.cduniverse.com)



Tracklist:

01 - Crazy Dream 06:42



02 - Hollywood 06:06

03 - Man To Beat 04:59

04 - More Than Love 03:08

05 - Nobody Else 04:58

06 - Dime Mi Amor 11:27

07 - Onda 13:09

08 - Velvet Sky 05:40

09 - Cisco Kid 07:27

10 - La Bamba 03:21

11 - Real Emotions 05:44



12 - Heaven 06:48





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Los Lonely Boys 2008 Forgiven

Genre: Blues-Rock
Rate: 195 kbps VBR / 44100
Time: 00:41:36
Size: 59,67 MB




Review by Thom Jurek

San Angelo, TX's Los Lonely Boys follow up their excellent 2006 sophomore effort, Sacred, with Forgiven. (Though they seem like they've been around forever, the Garza brothers -- Henry, Jojo, and Ringo -- have only been recording since 2003.) Produced by Steve Jordan, Forgiven doesn't sound a whole lot different than its predecessors, but that's not a bad thing. It contains the same combination of rock, blues, and soul coming together in a seamless blend of originals, offering proof that theirs is a signature sound. In fact, the more Los Lonely Boys record and tour, the deeper they cut the mark in terms of an individual sonic template.

The album roars out of the gate with the Latin cum blues-rock of "Heart Won't Tell a Lie," a solid showcase for guitarist Henry Garza. In fact, it's safe to say that, after listening to this a few times, it becomes clear that Garza has forged a style of his own out his love for both Stevie Ray Vaughan and Jimi Hendrix. There is a more swinging, choppy element here in his rhythmic attack, both in his chord voicings and single-string soloing. They are fluid, electrifying, and deeply soulful. This is such an obvious opener that it should become a second single. In any case, Henry is one of the most underrated guitar players around -- his diversity is a strength, he integrates his approach, and he never waters down one thing in favour of another. On the title track, a silvery midtempo Latin-styled rock ballad, his distortion on the beautifully melodic tune contrasts with Jojo's clean bassline and Wurlitzer and the shimmering cymbal work by Ringo.

Then there's the single, "Staying with Me." It feels cut from the same cloth that "Just Like Heaven" was, but what becomes apparent after just one listen is that these cats are creating their own brand of Texas bluesy soul, with gorgeous vocal harmonies; an instantly recognizable melody; the languid, relaxed pace of the groove that drips "emotion" in the vocals (think of a Latin version of the Rascals); and the good-time pulse of the rhythm section (with killer hand percussion as well as the drum kit). There is the acoustic norteño flavour in "Loving You Always," with Henry playing a nylon-string guitar, and those elaborate harmony vocals that come together as effortlessly as a backyard sing. There is a stellar cover of the Spencer Davis Group's "I'm a Man" that rivals the originals adrenaline-infused crackle and grit. The wah-wah work on Henry's guitar, the wailing hand percussion by Jordan, and the whomp of JoJo's Wurlitzer carry it into the red. Dr. John makes a guest appearance on the Hammond B-3 in "You Can't See the Light," one of the Garza brothers' finer song-writing moments with just enough of a jazzy background to undercut the Texas rock and Latin soul.

All in all, Forgiven proves that Los Lonely Boys are around for the long haul, making records that separate their sound from their influences, and further establishes their identity as one of America's premier roots bands.



Tracklist:

01 - Heart Won't Tell A Lie 03:50

02 - Forgiven 03:34

03 - Staying With Me 04:01

04 - Loving You Always 02:46

05 - I'm A Man 04:04

06 - Make It Better 03:27

07 - Love Don't Care About Me 03:31

08 - Cruel 03:45

09 - You Can't See The Light 03:33

10 - Superman 03:06

11 - Another Broken Heart 03:04

12 - The Way I Feel 02:55





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Los Lonely Boys 2006 Sacred

Genre: Blues-Rock
Rate: 219 kbps VBR / 44100
Time: 00:53:17
Size: 85,76 MB




Review by Thom Jurek

Finally! After three years, four different editions of their self-titled debut, a couple of live outings, a handful of singles, and the radio smash hit "Heaven," San Angelo, TX, wunderkinds Los Lonely Boys drop Sacred, their second studio album. The Garza brothers -- Henry (guitar), JoJo (bass), and Ringo (drums) -- up the ante on this slab; it's a big production number that includes additional keyboards, horns, and extra percussion muscle. Does it take away from the immediacy of their debut? Nope. This is not the ill-fated sophomore slump. Sacred is, for the most part, an uptempo, rollicking, streetwise Texas rock record with many surprises. The Garza brothers' lyric writing is still developing, but the tightknit arrangements, popping grooves, and focused musicianship more than balance. The album's first single is "Diamonds," and true to corporate rock standards, it's an utterly catchy, infectious little track, but it's far from the best thing here. Henry's blistering guitar offers a beautiful hook for the trio to sing off of; it's a simple, hooky midtempo love ballad, played on stun, with two organs (played by Reese Wynans and Mike Finnegan) and producer John Porter lending a second guitar. All mixed up, it creates a big swirling danceable pop noise that will be instantly memorable to anyone who encounters it. That said, there are other cuts here that reveal the depths of the bandmembers' musical knowledge and ideas that they are capable of pulling off. Take "Roses" as an example. Henry's Jimi Hendrix-cum-Stevie Ray Vaughan-cum-Albert Collins guitar style flat out creates a groove for the trio to sing from -- its melody is sophisticated, entrancing, and layered through with B-3 fills. Ringo's polyrhythmic drum style and Carl Perazza's hand drums, the shimmering acoustic guitars, and the guitar solo make this the best driving track of 2006 so far.

The deeper Latin flavour of this record enters on "Oye Mamacita." Henry's ear-popping funk riff is complemented by the organ and a large rhythm section laying down the floor. It's a loose, orgiastic stinger where riffs, vocals, hooks, and rhythms collide and then slip into place, stacking on top of one another. The wah-wah guitar solo in this cut is to die for, and truth be told, it's these guys who are creating a new mainstream Tex-Mex-driven Latin rock & roll that even gringos can cut a rug to. "Texican Style" (which is the best description of the music Los Lonely Boys play) features the button accordion of Michael Guerra right alongside Henry's guitar. The Texas Horns contribute to a couple of cuts, including the anthemic opener, "My Way" (no, not that one), and "Outlaws," which also showcases Willie Nelson and Los Lonely Boys' father, Enrique Garza, Sr., on vocals. The latter cut puts Henry front and center with his wah-wahed, "Voodoo Chile"-esque opening. Here is the one-two stomp of Texas outlaw country music updated for the 21st century. The Texas Horns play a funky, gritty mariachi style introducing Enrique's swaggering verse, which introduces Nelson. One might mistakenly perceive this as a nod to novelty, but it kicks ass. Period. The set closes with "Living My Life," a slippery, beautifully constructed Tex-Mex son in English. The three-part harmony is impeccable; the passion in the tune is balanced by its Sonoran desert feel. It's tempting to single out Henry for his fluid, intuitive, and imaginative guitar playing, but that would be a mistake, as his brothers' rhythm section is simply one of the best in the business. They add imagination, grit, and tough grooves to everything they touch. Add the fact that they co-write their songs -- and they all sing -- and you have a unit that is an entire thing unto itself. Sacred is an exciting, even wonderful second step for one of the truly unique bands on the scene.



Tracklist:

01 - My Way 04:27

02 - Orale 03:46

03 - Diamonds 03:16

04 - Oye Mamacita 03:33

05 - I Never Met A Woman 04:47

06 - Roses 03:53

07 - Texican Style 04:06

08 - One More Day 03:38

09 - Memories 04:12

10 - My Loneliness 04:46

11 - Outlaws 04:43

12 - Home 03:42

13 - Living My Life 04:28





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Los Lonely Boys 2003 Los Lonely Boys

Genre: Blues-Rock
Rate: 256 kbps CBR / 44100
Time: 00:52:46
Size: 96,49 MB




Review by Thom Jurek

Los Lonely Boys are another entry into the rock & roll family band tree. The Garza brothers -- Henry, Jojo, and Ringo (yes, that is his real name and he is the drummer) -- like the Everlys, the Louvins, the Davies (Ray and Dave), the Youngs (Malcolm and Angus), and many others, are forging a new sound from the various roots traditions in American music. Rooted in rock & roll basics such as Chuck Berry, the Beatles, Ritchie Valens and the Latin rhythm-inspired sounds created by the Santana band, the brothers Garza, who hail from San Angelo, TX, also employ the wondrously soulful and raw Tex-Mex textures created by Doug Sahm and Freddy Fender.

Los Lonely Boys' self-titled debut was recorded at Willie Nelson's Pedernales Studio in Austin and features Nelson and Reese Wynans guesting on guitar and keyboards respectively on "La Contestacion." But there is plenty to the sound of Los Lonely Boys; their stew is one rich not only in history, but energy, songwriting craft, fine singing, and amazing playing -- check Henry's riffing, phrasing, and soloing on "Crazy Dreams" and one might think the ghost of Stevie Ray Vaughan is visiting Albert King's. "Dime Mi Amor," with its funky minor-key chord voicings dredged through a solid Latin rock structure with shimmering son rhythms and conjunto backbeats, is stunning in its complexity, yet is as accessible as any pop song. Driven by Henry's fluid and floral acoustic work and shot through with a soulful Tex-Mex backbeat and vocal harmonies that touch upon the originality of Cesar Rosas' and David Hidalgo's from Los Lobos as well as the Everlys, "Hollywood" is not merely a referencing of source material, but a genuine way of combining ideas to create a new sound, one that is not only inherently, but actually the Garza Bros. As evidenced by songs like "Real Emotion," "More Than Love," "Onda," "Senorita," "La Contestacion," and "Velvet Sky," los Lonely Boys reveal that they are tied to tradition but far from stuck to it; their songs are first-rate, crafted with nuance, grace, and grit and wash over the listener like a late-summer dance party under a full moon. This glorious, dark, and steamy diamond, rooted in innocence and raw rock & roll beauty, is most definitely a contender for debut album of the year.



Tracklist:

01 - Senorita 04:10

02 - Heaven 03:47

03 - Crazy Dream 04:47

04 - Dime Mi Amor 03:27

05 - Hollywood 04:15

06 - More Than Love 03:20

07 - Nobody Else 04:43

08 - Onda 08:54

09 - Real Emotion 04:04

10 - Tell Me Why 03:24

11 - Velvet Sky 04:40

12 - La Contestacion 03:15





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