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Englands Top Slideman!

deepbluereview | SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA USA | 08/03/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Michael Messer is a slide guitar virtuoso not widely known outside of the UK but Catfish Records hopes that this release, as well as a soon to be released follow scheduled for Autumn 2002, will change all of that. Messer has already been voted Acoustic Blues Artist Of The Year at the 2001 British Blues Awards and his reputation continues to grow. This CD features Messer's unique blend of traditional Mississippi Delta blues combined with Chicago sounds and contemporary influences. You will find some updated traditional tunes such as "Rollin' and Tumblin'" and "Diving Duck" as well as many originals including the title track "King Guitar". On all tracks, Messers slide and resophonic guitar are played passionately and with an upbeat modern flavor that will appeal to a wide audience."

Best Blues Release of the Year?

Blues4U | Ottawa, Canada | 05/21/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"What do you think of when you hear the names J.B. Hutto, Dave Hole and Sonny Landreth, great slide guitar players? Now you can add another name to that list, Michael Messier. Fans in the UK have recognized Messer as one the world's great National Steel players for well over a decade, now with the release of "King Guitar, Messer should break through in the North American market. Composed of 17 superb tracks including 10 original compositions, the album showcases Messer's blues recordings and interpretations leaving no doubt as to why he merits an entry in the Virgin Encyclopedia of the Blues. Messer combines elements of Hawaiian slide guitar, Delta and Chicago blues with gritty, heartfelt vocals to create an all around great album for any music lover. I couldn't help but turn up the stereo up, not wanting to miss a single note of some of the best slide guitar I've heard in years. This is a CD you'll be playing over and over and should be a strong contender for the Blues album of the year and a must buy for any music lover"