Inner Fire
shaun@blittzedmarketing.com September 29, 2026
O's Notes: Steve Oliver is a contemporary jazz guitarist, vocalist with a positive attitude that helps calm the tides during difficult times. He uses electronics and synths generously along with guest artists on Inner Fire. Oliver sings on “Bounce Back”, and Gerald Albright plays bass on “Hook Shot”. We enjoyed Oliver’s take on Benson’s “Give Me the Night”, the refreshing rhythms of “Missing You”, and the groove on “Phoenix Rising”.
Ledbetter Heights
shaun@blittzedmarketing.com September 29, 2026
O's Notes: Rockin’ blues guitarist Kenny Wayne Shepherd celebrates his 1995 debut release of Ledbetter Heights with The 30th Anniversary Sessions supported by a 2026 national tour. It’s a live studio recording with the musicians feeding off each other. Vocalist Noah Hunt (g, perc) replaces Corey Sterling on all lead vocals expect “Riverside” featuring Kenny on the mic. The rest of the band is Chris “Whipper” Layton (d), Kevin McCormick (b), Joe Krown (keyboards), Doug Woolverton (t), and Charlie DiPuma (sax). “Deja Voodoo”, “Shame, Shame, Shame”, “I’m Leaving You”, and the live recording of “While We Cry” are highlights in a memorable session.
Live @ The Breakroom
shaun@blittzedmarketing.com September 29, 2026
O's Notes: Karen Stachel plays flutes and sings with co-leader Norbert playing sax and flutes. Their rhythm section is Matt Clark (p), Dan Feiszli (b), and Dan Gonzalez (d), with guest percussionist Giovanni Hidalgo. The music was composed by the leaders. The groove on LehCats is fresh, funky and relevant right out of my gate with “Step On It”. This is a live session recorded at The Breakroom in San Jose, CA, October 18, 2024. Karen sings on “Sunshine”, There are also videos on the 2-disc set. Other notable songs are “Mandela” and “Power Tap”.