Big G The Guitar Giant
Rhythm Attack
(Big-1001)
Check out this new CD by Big G. A young man
from Edmond, Oklahoma that shows a lot of promise, and talent playing the blues. This CD
is as surprising as the first time I had the pleasure of seeing Big G play. The nine songs
on this CD are all originals, no covers like one might expect for a first helping of a new
blues artist. What is really amazing is the fact that Big G (Garrett Jacobson) is only
fifteen years old, although one can't tell by the playing. Garrett's influences are B.B.
King, Albert Collins and other Chicago and Beale Street masters. The title track is tight
and has the sound of Chicago blues. He had the fortune of having a horn section when he
cut this disc, which really adds to the finished product. "G's Shuffle" reminds
me of classic Ice Man licks. Jacobson not only does the guitar work and vocals, but also
plays the keyboards which can be heard on "Dry Ice." The first time that I heard
the CD, all I could think of was that this is an incredible feat for someone of his young
age. I can only imagine as he matures and gets a real taste of the blues that life
experience brings, how he will only continue to improve. You can order this CD at his
website at www.okclive.com/BigG/
- Glenn Veal -
Southwest Blues CD Review - July 1999
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