Have any of you ever heard of Harpdog Brown And The Blood Hounds?
I'm really into blues harp music and have a pretty good collection- I'll share with you guys, if you're interested.
I have his music available for download also.
Harpdog Brown started with a house gig playing guitar and singing in a non-interruptive duo in ’79 opening up for comics at a comedy supper club in downtown Edmonton. Jesters presented many international acts from Phyllis Diller to Gary Muledeer, Harry Anderson and a young Andrew "Dice" Clay. That New Year’s Eve, his partner chickened out of an opening slot for the“Bad Habits blues band, but the show had to go on and it did. Now he was a solo act.
Within a year of single gigs around town, he answered an ad in the newspaper" Rock band looking for singer must be able to travel Harpdog spent 4 weeks with the band before giving his notice, he was ready to go out and build his own blues band. "Yesterdays Paper "was his first blues band.
He took ‘em on the road and started his life long journey spreadin’ the blues like its news where ever he goes. From Alaska to Frisco and the Canadian West coast to the Capitol, he’s been there singing and playin’ the hell out of his harp.
His official recordings: "Beware of Dog" and "Home is Where the Harp Is" have received great reviews and acclaim and still stands the test of time. Harpdog's latest recording: Once in a Howlin' Moon, recorded in Red Deer,Alberta. "Live at The Vat" is now available and can be purchased online.
In the 28 years he has been entertaining, Harpdog Brown has shared the stage with scores of blues legends, either as an opening act or a special guest. He has a global fan base and the respect of the biggest names in blues.
According to his
http://www.myspace.com/harpdogbrown
He names some of his influences:
Muddy Waters, Howlin Wolf, Walter Jacobs, James Cotton, Sonnyboy Williamson... Satchmo, Louis Jordan, Big Walter Horton, Bugs Bunny, Foghorn Leghorn and all of the Warner Bros cast of stars.
He also has a website:
http://www.harpdogbrown.com
Here is the Harpdog in action. He plays the hell outta that harp. :D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1xK3L4JfyM
