Too far from the bar

"While some might be expecting plenty of instrumental fireworks from this impressive line-up, these veterans stay focused on the songs, giving each of them room to breathe. With four top-rank soloists, the spotlight gets passed around, with Norcia, Geraci, Baty and Robillard making concise statements with plenty of staying power. There is plenty to savor on this album, with more elements coming to the fore with each listen. It's the blues from start to finish, certainly one of the finest records that this year will have to offer!".

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"Their 2016 Seeing Is Believing earned them BMA nominations for Album of the Year, Band of the Year, and Traditional Blues Album ... Their 2014 Living Tear to Tear racked up seven Blues Music Award nominations. Too Far from the Bar is as strong, if not stronger than those two brilliant albums. Sugar Ray's vocals have never sounded better, let alone the guitar work from two masters and the rhythm section headed by Geraci. Given the sentiment for Little Charlie, it may well push them beyond just the nomination stage.

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