WOODY RUSSELL
''UP AGAINST IT''
JULY 23 2010
39:50
1. Make It Tough On Me /2:58
2. That's Just the Way My Wheels Roll /3:17
3. They Won't Know What Hit Them /4:15
4. Under My Door /3:56
5. The Right Side of the Grass /4:57
6. Moonshine (For My Wounded Heart) /4:57
7. Don't Bring It Home /4:12
8. The Things We Do /7:05
9. Between Nowhere and Goodbye /4:13
Featuring:
Jose Ruiz - harmonicas
Doug Marcis - drums
RHYTHM AND BLUES AND BEYOND FROM THE HEART OF TEXAS
The critics are weighing in and they agree that Woody Russell’s latest release, “Up Against It” (CUTS Music Group – July, 2010), is an exceptional album; proof positive that he is an artist to watch. A vibrant blues/soul outing, this recording highlights Russell’s musicianship as an “inventive”, “exemplary” guitarist, as well as, a vocalist and songwriter of the highest caliber. He shades a note and pours on the soul with the best of them. “Up Against It” celebrates, aches, rocks and soothes; his most thoroughly potent recording to date. Here’s evidence that modern blues is thriving and in good hands.
What They're Saying:
"Woody Russell has crafted a lovely collection of original blues and soul music… appealing guitar tones; his crisp, inventive lines blend funk and blues with Jeff Beck’s fearlessness.” – Tom Hyslop, Blues Revue(Jan/Feb issue 2011)
"There's a fine legacy of Texas blues and Woody Russell is well up there alongside many of his heroes. His guitar playing on this album is excellent, his hard-edged vocal style is perfectly suited to his self-written songs and the whole thing has the feel of an album that is part of the man and not just a project… sounds like the work of a man whose life revolves around his music and he writes and plays well enough to put him well ahead of most of his peers." - Andy Snipper, Blues Matters (UK) (Feb/Mar 2011)
"Russell’s guitar work is exemplary and his vocals alternate between fiery and soulful… a strong composer with a unique perspective on the blues. If you like your blues with a touch of soul and rock, Up Against It will be a satisfying purchase." - Graham Clarke, Blues Bytes
"Kick ##$ blues from Texas!" – Weston Jarrett, Radio Submit
"…an excitingly fresh, diverse and dynamic approach to the blues. Pick up a copy and give it a spin...you'll be glad you did." - The Blues Hound, 90.1 FM KPFT Houston
"...a very good musician, an exceptional singer and let's not forget Woody’s songwriting that seals the deal for this total package artist." - John Vermilyea, The Blues Report
"Pure genius in the form of Texas blues." - Doug Morrisey, Muzik Reviews
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''UP AGAINST IT''
JULY 23 2010
39:50
1. Make It Tough On Me /2:58
2. That's Just the Way My Wheels Roll /3:17
3. They Won't Know What Hit Them /4:15
4. Under My Door /3:56
5. The Right Side of the Grass /4:57
6. Moonshine (For My Wounded Heart) /4:57
7. Don't Bring It Home /4:12
8. The Things We Do /7:05
9. Between Nowhere and Goodbye /4:13
Featuring:
Jose Ruiz - harmonicas
Doug Marcis - drums
RHYTHM AND BLUES AND BEYOND FROM THE HEART OF TEXAS
The critics are weighing in and they agree that Woody Russell’s latest release, “Up Against It” (CUTS Music Group – July, 2010), is an exceptional album; proof positive that he is an artist to watch. A vibrant blues/soul outing, this recording highlights Russell’s musicianship as an “inventive”, “exemplary” guitarist, as well as, a vocalist and songwriter of the highest caliber. He shades a note and pours on the soul with the best of them. “Up Against It” celebrates, aches, rocks and soothes; his most thoroughly potent recording to date. Here’s evidence that modern blues is thriving and in good hands.
What They're Saying:
"Woody Russell has crafted a lovely collection of original blues and soul music… appealing guitar tones; his crisp, inventive lines blend funk and blues with Jeff Beck’s fearlessness.” – Tom Hyslop, Blues Revue(Jan/Feb issue 2011)
"There's a fine legacy of Texas blues and Woody Russell is well up there alongside many of his heroes. His guitar playing on this album is excellent, his hard-edged vocal style is perfectly suited to his self-written songs and the whole thing has the feel of an album that is part of the man and not just a project… sounds like the work of a man whose life revolves around his music and he writes and plays well enough to put him well ahead of most of his peers." - Andy Snipper, Blues Matters (UK) (Feb/Mar 2011)
"Russell’s guitar work is exemplary and his vocals alternate between fiery and soulful… a strong composer with a unique perspective on the blues. If you like your blues with a touch of soul and rock, Up Against It will be a satisfying purchase." - Graham Clarke, Blues Bytes
"Kick ##$ blues from Texas!" – Weston Jarrett, Radio Submit
"…an excitingly fresh, diverse and dynamic approach to the blues. Pick up a copy and give it a spin...you'll be glad you did." - The Blues Hound, 90.1 FM KPFT Houston
"...a very good musician, an exceptional singer and let's not forget Woody’s songwriting that seals the deal for this total package artist." - John Vermilyea, The Blues Report
"Pure genius in the form of Texas blues." - Doug Morrisey, Muzik Reviews
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