Eric Steckel 2006 Goin' To Chicago

Genre: Blues
Rate: 256 kbps CBR / 44100
Time: 00:43:43
Size: 80,04 MB

Biography

Music has shaped Eric’s life since the day he was born. With a feeling and ability that could not be explained for someone so young, Eric delivered a Freddie-BB-Albert King influenced performance with an intensity and skill that belied his youth. At an early age, Eric's passion for music and natural command of the scene enabled him to regularly share the stage with many nationally known Blues artists. (http://www.cdbaby.com/Artist/EricSteckel)


Tracklist:

01 - San-Ho-Zay 02:25

02 - Chicago Boogie 04:06

03 - Ice Cream Man 06:31

04 - Sweet Home Chicago 04:27

05 - Key To The Highway 02:33

06 - Jaywalkin' 02:44

07 - Just Killin' Time 04:19

08 - Some People Tell Me 03:30

09 - Before You 'Cuse Me 03:01

10 - Hideaway 03:07

11 - Goin' Down 03:20

12 - Texas Flood 03:40





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The Eric Steckel Band 2002 A Few Degrees Warmer

Genre: Blues
Rate: 256 kbps CBR / 44100
Time: 01:21:37
Size: 151,71 MB

Album Notes

Originally from Pennsylvania where he was first known for his energetic guest appearances with many of the area's finest performers, Eric's early musical influences inspired him to pick up his first Fender Stratocaster at the age of nine.

There was no looking back.......

Eric's passion for the Blues and natural command of the scene enabled him to eventually share the stage with nationally known artists including Bob Margolin, Debbie Davies, James Armstrong, Steve Guyger, Kenny Neal, Chris Beard, Tommy Castro, Joe Kubek, Bnois King, Solomon Burke, Ronnie Baker Brooks and Hubert Sumlin.

In 2004, Eric joined John Mayall and The Bluesbreakers on their Scandinavian Tour as the "youngest person ever on stage with the Bluesbreakers". Eric left a lasting impression on Mayall who later invited Eric to join him in the studio during the "Road Dogs" sessions. Eric's lead guitar work is featured on the track "Chaos in the Neighborhood".

With a feeling and natural ability that just can't be explained for someone so young, Eric delivers a Freddy-BB-Albert King influenced performance with an intensity and skill that never fails to amaze anyone who sees him. With a style at times reminiscent of an early-Clapton, Eric combines a variety of influences while reminding everyone the real thing comes from the heart and soul.

The Eric Steckel Band's CD, A Few Degrees Warmer, was recorded LIVE in April 2002 when Eric was just 11 years old.



Tracklist:

01 - Rude Mood 03:41

02 - Red House 06:00

03 - Hideaway 05:56

04 - Crossroads 03:14

05 - The Sad Nite Owl 06:03

06 - Jaywalkin' 04:44

07 - Where I Play My Blues 08:18

08 - Lenny 11:22

09 - The Sky Is Cryin' 09:11

10 - Bad Dog Blues 06:06

11 - The Thrill Is Gone 03:52

12 - Steppin' Out 05:22

13 - Blues Is A Feelin' 04:12

14 - Funky C Funky Do 03:36





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Eric Steckel Band 2004 High Action

Genre: Blues
Rate: 320 kbps CBR / 44100
Time: 00:54:40
Size: 125,18 MB

Review by Gary Weeks

The studio debut of High Action by the Eric Steckel Band gets down to brass tacks of laying down 12 tracks of testosterone charged blues rock.

Drummer Wayne Smith and bass player Nick Franclik are the rear flanks for 13 year old Eric Steckel who is already a fretburner for someone so very young.

Getting things off to a good start is the kid can write songs of his own that hold up well. Inspiring tracks ranging from the Carlos Santana influenced "Espirita" to the bluesy riff boogie of "Hey Sister" are the showpieces for Steckel's over-the-top guitar playing.

A theme that is consistent throughout High Action. Leadoff track "Funky C Funky Do" instantly grabs the listener and is a perfect setting for "Slow Train." Both these numbers see Steckel cutting loose and squeezing much notes as possible into his blues jam explorations.

The buck doesn't stop there. The Stevie Ray smothered "Char-Broiled" revisits the good ole Texas Flood days. With almost half this cd being original material, Steckel can afford himself the opportunities to try his hand at cover tunes "Further On Up The Road" and "Born Under A Bad Sign."

While the attention is mostly focused on Eric, drummer Smith and bassist Franclik are more then just side players supporting a young boss. Nick's bass lines on "Born Under A Bad Sign" are audio resemblances to Billy Cox from the Band of Gypsies. And Wayne Smith's talents go beyond jack-hammering skins. His Hammond Organ playing in "Espirita" chases Latin grooves easily. And it's an earthy cushion for Steckel's biographical "Some People Tell Me." Their live reading of "Oh Yeah" recorded at the August 2003 Knowlton Riverfest captures The Eric Steckel Band turning on their audience. All three bandmembers are shakin their mojos as they romp their way through this number bathing the audience in their blues lovelight.

Steckel's admiration of heroes Vaughn, Hendrix, Albert, Freddy and B.B. King are openly worn on his sleeve. There are more years to invest to gain mileage needed for his vocals. Serious air guitar fanatics won't give a damn as this young kid has the chops to scare older veterans into putting their guitars away in the closet for good.



Tracklist:

01 - Funky C Funky Do 03:36

02 - Slow Train 06:19

03 - Espirita 04:04

04 - Hey Sister 03:11

05 - Char-Broiled 03:21

06 - Some People Tell Me 04:59

07 - Blues Is A Feelin' 04:10

08 - Oh Yeah 05:05

09 - Born Under A Bad Sign 07:05

10 - Further On Up The Road 03:24

11 - Lucille 03:47

12 - Never Run From The Rain. 05:39





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The Eric Steckel Band 2006 Live At Havana

Originally from Pennsylvania where he was first known for his energetic guest appearances with many of the area's finest performers, Eric's early musical influences inspired him to pick up his first Fender Stratocaster at the age of nine. There was no looking back.............

Eric's passion for the Blues enabled him to eventually share the stage with many nationally known artists including Bob Margolin, Debbie Davies, James Armstrong, Steve Guyger, Kenny Neal, Chris Beard, Tommy Castro, Joe Kubek, Solomon Burke, Ronnie Baker Brooks and Hubert Sumlin.

With a feeling and natural ability that just can't be explained for someone so young, Eric delivers a Freddie-BB-Albert King influenced performance with an intensity and skill that belies his youth. With a style at times reminiscent of the great ones, Eric combines a variety of influences while reminding everyone the real thing comes from the heart and soul.

The Eric Steckel Band's debut CD, "A Few Degrees Warmer", was recorded live in April 2002 when Eric was a mere 11 years old. "A Few Degrees" quickly became a CD Baby Top Blues Seller and the record continues to delight Blues Guitar fans across the globe.

In follow-up to “A Few Degrees”, the ESB released a studio record titled "High Action" in 2004 which is also available through CD Baby.

In addition to developing their own faithful following over the past five years through many regular club gigs and festival appearances, the ESB has enjoyed the opportunity to open for Marcia Ball, Tommy Castro, Shemekia Copeland, and B.B. King. The ESB also had the honor to open for Johnny Winter in Amsterdam as part of their second European Tour!

In the Summer of 2004, Eric appeared in Sweden, Norway and Denmark as a special guest with John Mayall and The Bluesbreakers during their Scandinavian Tour. Mayall was so impressed with Eric’s performance during the tour that he asked Eric to join the Bluesbreakers in the studio as a special guest guitarist on the “Road Dogs” record. Listen for Eric's lead guitar work on the track "Chaos in the Neighborhood".

Eric now resides in Jacksonville, Florida where was introduced to Duane Trucks who joined the band in late 2005 as their regular drummer. Music fans will immediately recognize Duane as the brother of Derek Trucks and the nephew of the legendary Allman Brothers drummer Butch Trucks. At only 18 years old, Duane is already an extremely talented musician in his own right.

In celebration of Duane's arrival, the ESB released their third record, "Havana". Arguably their best work to date, "Havana" captures the essence of the band. Deeply rooted in the Blues, their performance recalls the sound of the 60s and 70s Blues Rock era. (CD-Baby)



Tracklist:

01 - San-Ho-Zay

02 - Radio Blues

03 - Espirita

04 - Me And My Guitar

05 - Philips Highway

06 - The Thrill Is Gone

07 - Deep Fried

08 - Jaywalkin'

09 - Hey Sister

10 - Little Wing

11 - All Your Love




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