Bman's Blues Report

ALBUM REVIEW BB  & The Bullets Label: Overton Music Released: October 2, 2026 DR: TBD I f you’re looking for the sonic definition of a good time, look no further than Whanganui, New Zealand’s own BB & The Bullets. This isn’t the kind of blues-rock you sit down and analyze—it’s the kind that sounds best cranked up in a packed tavern or out on a back porch with a cold drink. Fronted by veteran guitar slinger and singer Brian Baker, the band is held down by Stu "The Glue" Duncan on bass and Brad McMillan behind the drum kit. As a power trio, these guys have that rare, unspoken chemistry where they just lock into a groove and let it roll, a vibe they’ve been perfecting across local stages and late-night jams for years.  They caught a massive wave with their 2025 debut, High Tide, turning enough heads to get picked up by the legendary French label Dixiefrog Records and proving their brand of fiery, slide-heavy blue...

ALBUM REVIEW Greg Chako - Hard Bop: For The Record Label:Mint400 Records Released: September 4, 2026 DR: TBD G reg Chako is a veteran jazz guitarist and composer who has been letting his instrument do the talking for over forty years. Born in Cincinnati, he caught the jazz bug early, eventually packing his bags for the Berklee College of Music to hone his chops. From there, his musical compass took him far beyond Ohio. He spent nearly two decades gigging, recording, and leading bands across major Asian cultural hubs like Hong Kong, Singapore, Shanghai, and Tokyo. Those years on the international circuit shaped his signature warm tone and easygoing, lyrical style on the fretboard. Life threw plenty of curveballs along the way—including standard musician hazards like carpal tunnel and some serious health battles—but Chako always found his way back to the music. After returning to Cincinnati, he kept the momentum going by signing ...

ALBUM REVIEW Eric Jerardi - The Game Label: Sony / The Orchard Released: October 30, 2026 DR: TBD E ric Jerardi is a true road warrior of the blues-rock scene, known for his killer guitar chops, soulful vocals, and a non-stop tour schedule. Hailing from Ohio, Eric first started turning heads back in the late nineties with a raw, high-energy style that hits you right in the gut. Since then, he’s spent decades tearing up festival stages and legendary blues joints across the country, building a tight-knit following the old-school way. His sound is all about that sweet spot where gritty, old-school electric blues meets the classic rock grooves we all grew up on, making every live show feel less like a formal concert and more like a great night out.  Lately, Eric has been taking his music to a whole new level by heading down to the hallowed grounds of FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. Working side-by-side with legendary pr...