Bman's Blues Report: What People Are Saying About Markus James' New CD, "Head for the Hills"

Markus James - Head for the Hills

"…primitive, raw, powerful and as real as it gets." - -Reflections in Blue
full review

“Creative ideas, boldness, and conviction…” - -Downbeat Magazine

Full review -http://www.downbeat.com/digitaledition/2015/DB1501/single_page_view/66.html

“…one of those infectious infusions paradoxically wedding the old to the new and keeping the form fresh while familiar.” - FAME (Folk & Acoustic Music Exchange)

Full review-http://www.acousticmusic.com/fame/p10084.htm

“…this music is as soulful as it is deep, as it is profound, perhaps the penultimate blues experience-as terrifying as it is satisfying.” 5 STARS - Gonzo Online (CANADA)

Full review - http://www.gonzoonline.ca/music/music-news/813-the-record-box-for-sunday-december-7th-2014.html

"…destined to be judged one of the top blues releases of 2014 come year’s end."
-Blurt Magazine – full review

"This record, which is mighty, mighty fine, would make a perfect score for an apocalyptic noir-western-thriller." - -The Flame Still Burns

full review

"…exciting and thought provoking." – Elmore Magazinefull review

"…every track on the album is solid." - -Twangvillefull review

"Every self-respecting blues aficionado should consider the primal majesty of this album."
-The Rocktologistfull review

"…will definitely lift your spirits and cleanse your soul!"
-Nashville Blues Societyfull review

"…an unusually cool blues release." - -Bman's Blues Report
full review

The nationally syndicated radio program, "Elwood's Blues Hour" (formerly House of Blues Radio Hour), will feature Markus James (accompanied by Marlon Green) live-in-studio in early 2015. He will be performing selections from his new album, Head For The Hills, and a live interview.

From Frederic Lamoureux, Montreal International Jazz Festival, about Markus and Marlon's performance at the 2014 Montreal Jazz Festival: "Really really good. Loved it. The crowd too. Thanks!"

From Eric Funk, Mountain Chill Radio, about Markus and Marlon's performance at Telluride Blues and Brews festival 2014: "Exceptional."

Publicity Contact: Mark Pucci Media (770) 804-9555 / mpmedia@bellsouth.net