Circle of Mud on Dixiefrog Records
Not easy to play the Blues in the 21st century …
Is it possible to make this musical genre attractive to the new generation without forgetting its origins? This is Circle of Mud’s bet.
“Blues? Yes. But not only…”
In fact, there is no point in trying to reproduce the very essence of this music, it is better to appropriate it while remaining in touch with its time. This is how this group was born under the leadership of guitarist Gino Monachello, quickly joined by the young Flo Bauer on vocals and guitar, then by a shock rhythm section, namely Matthieu Zirn on drums and Franck Bedez on the bass. All masterfully directed by David Husser, production prodigy who propels this project into unexpected spheres … You have understood, both roots and contemporary, their music is strong and accessible. It is in this spirit that the circle found themselves in the studio to record their very first album, which will undoubtedly be reacted in the world of the Blues, and even elsewhere …