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King Biscuit Boy aka Richard Alfred Newell, the Canadian blues musician noted for his harmonica playing. The name was taken from the 'King Biscuit Time' radio program, and was given to him by rock 'n' roll musician Ronald "Ronnie" Hawkins whilst he was playing as part of his backing band.
This recording has very little in common with the rest of Richard Newell's output, and for good reason. It was produced by Allen Toussaint at his creative apex, and is saturated with his New Orleans funk imprint. Blues traditionalists who enjoy the other Newell albums may not like this one as well, but to those who enjoy the Toussaint-style musical gumbo this offers a gem. It is excellent bluesy R&B. If it is your cup of tea you will want to investigate three other blue-eyed Toussaint productions from the same period: two albums whose titles are the names of the artists, "Browning Bryant" and "Jess Roden," and Frankie Miller's "High Life." Of course, Robert Palmer's first album, "Sneaking Sally Through the Alley," was recorded at Toussaint's studio with the Meters backing, and though not as fully Toussaintized, it is a fine album. ~N. Martin
Mind Over Matter
Lovers And Leapers
I'm Gone
The Bum Is Mine
The Greatest Love
Mean Old Lady
Deaf, Dumb, Crippled And Blind
Willie And The Hand Jive
Caledonia River
River Boat