1.3 Begging for Change (with Shemekia Copeland ; Ronnie Baker Brooks)
1.4 Call Your Bluff
1.5 The Blues Is My Biography
1.6 The Harmonica Man
1.7 Real Good Friends
1.8 How You Living?
1.9 Ballad of the Million Men
1.10 Toxic Love
1.11 Return of the Roaches
Description:
"Blues Is My Biography" on CD is a deeply personal and powerful statement from harmonica virtuoso and singer Billy Branch. With every track, Branch traces the emotional arc of a life lived in and for the blues: from raw, slow-burning laments to driving, up-tempo groove numbers. The album is marked by rich, soulful vocals, sophisticated harmonica lines, and a tight band sound that blends traditional Chicago blues roots with a contemporary, vibrant production. Listeners can expect storytelling lyrics, expressive solos, and a warm, club-like atmosphere that makes the CD feel like an intimate live set.
Billy Branch is one of the most respected modern ambassadors of the Chicago blues harmonica tradition. Over decades, he has built an international reputation through countless concerts, collaborations, and acclaimed recordings, helping to keep classic blues alive while adding his own inventive style. His work has introduced new generations to the sound of urban blues and has earned him recognition on major stages and in specialist blues circles worldwide.
The CD is released by Rosa's Lounge Record, the label associated with Rosa's Lounge, one of Chicago's renowned blues venues. The manufacturer stands for authentic, club-tested blues productions that capture the immediacy and feeling of live performances. Releases from Rosa's Lounge Record focus on high-quality sound and genuine musicianship, giving listeners a faithful snapshot of the city's vibrant blues scene and supporting artists who continue and renew the Chicago blues legacy.
With "Blues Is My Biography," Billy Branch and Rosa's Lounge Record deliver a compelling, roots-deep blues experience that combines tradition, personality, and first-class musicianship in one essential CD.