Since stepping out as a bandleader in 1993, Montoya released five solo albums and performed non-stop at clubs, concert halls and major festivals all over the world. At every show, fans' jaws dropped, and critics raved a... more »bout Montoya's mind-bending guitar licks and fervent vocals. "The fiery blues that issue forth from Coco Montoya's guitar are awe-inspiring and boogie requiring," says The Village Voice. With his new CD, Dirty Deal (joined by his friends from Little Feat), Montoya turns up the intensity with another dose of his feral, soul-stirring music. On Dirty Deal, Montoya, along with his road-tested, red-hot touring band, once again uses blues as a blasting off point for his emotional, soulful music. With his icy-hot guitar playing and his passionate, unaffected vocals, he attacks each of the 11 songs with deep feeling and ferocious energy. Montoya's friends, Little Feat members Paul Barerre, Kenny Gradney, Richie Hayward and Bill Payne, add their unique talents to the mix as well. Produced by Barrere and engineer Roger Cole, every song on Dirty Deal--the rockers as well as the ballads--burns from start to finish. Montoya brings all the unbridled force of his acclaimed live shows into the studio for a foot-stomping, guitar-fueled ride. Dirty Deal is Montoya's rawest, most stripped-down and impassioned recording to date.« less
Since stepping out as a bandleader in 1993, Montoya released five solo albums and performed non-stop at clubs, concert halls and major festivals all over the world. At every show, fans' jaws dropped, and critics raved about Montoya's mind-bending guitar licks and fervent vocals. "The fiery blues that issue forth from Coco Montoya's guitar are awe-inspiring and boogie requiring," says The Village Voice. With his new CD, Dirty Deal (joined by his friends from Little Feat), Montoya turns up the intensity with another dose of his feral, soul-stirring music. On Dirty Deal, Montoya, along with his road-tested, red-hot touring band, once again uses blues as a blasting off point for his emotional, soulful music. With his icy-hot guitar playing and his passionate, unaffected vocals, he attacks each of the 11 songs with deep feeling and ferocious energy. Montoya's friends, Little Feat members Paul Barerre, Kenny Gradney, Richie Hayward and Bill Payne, add their unique talents to the mix as well. Produced by Barrere and engineer Roger Cole, every song on Dirty Deal--the rockers as well as the ballads--burns from start to finish. Montoya brings all the unbridled force of his acclaimed live shows into the studio for a foot-stomping, guitar-fueled ride. Dirty Deal is Montoya's rawest, most stripped-down and impassioned recording to date.
J. R Sategna | Martinez, California United States | 01/21/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I just played this album for the 1st time and I can't get it out of my cd player--what an awesome new release by CoCo--lots of great guitar,great singing, and well written songs by Coco. Lots of different styles he plays so well-rockin stuff, ballads, and excellent blues. Well backup band by members of Little Feat on some songs--you can tell which ones by just listening. Its one those albums you love right from the start--you can't get it out of your head. Can't wait to see him live again-----Get this one now!!!!"
Coco Montoya - Dirty Deal
Robert G. Freitas | Bluesville | 03/21/2007
(4 out of 5 stars)
"My first Coco CD. First heard him play on a track on Tommy Castro's PainKiller CD (a must have). That was enough for me to buy Dirty Deal. The title track is killer. The whole CD gets better with each listen. Listening with headphones reveals some subtle rhythm tracks from time to time. Definately planning on giving his previous recordings a listen.
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AWESOME - Classic Coco
Major W. Wheelock III | New Hampshire | 01/17/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Fanatastic album, a must have for all Coco Montoya Fans.
This is how I remeber him live. Great energy in this album.
The last review is off on only one point.
Coco you need to put out a Live DVD! ! !"
I LOVE IT!!!!
Debbie Scott | Moorpark, CA United States | 01/17/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I've got to let you all know this CD has become my all time favorite Coco Montoya disc, mostly because it is the closest experience to hearing him play live. There's a wide range of styles on this one and I'd be very hard pressed to pick a favorite (so glad I don't have to)...I do find it hard to sit still while listening to it, including when I'm driving. I've been fortunate enough to hear these songs in their various incarnations leading up to this release and I've got to say: Coco, you and the boys (Randy, Steve and Tony) and those behind the scenes, y'all did a great job...now, when's that live album coming???
On a personal note...Coco, I'm truly blessed and honored having you as a friend. Wishing you all the best with this one."
Predictable, but worth a listen
G. Martin | Midwest | 07/18/2007
(4 out of 5 stars)
"I've been a Coco fan for many years and truly appreciate his soulful voice and guitar chops. Dirty Deal is a solid offering from Coco, but as I ssaid in the title, the song are a little predictable and not quite as dynamic as some of his earlier offerings. Don't get me wrong, it's still an enjoyable listen, just less poignant than the older stuff.