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RAY BONNEVILLE Gust Of Wind (Stony Plain) Ray Bonneville is from Canada, writes great songs, sounds like a bluesy Eric Clapton, and musically can be compared to John Hiatt. Gust Of Wind opens with 'Don't Look Back' that has catchy lyrics and features some delightful slide guitar from Colin Linden. The title track tells a tale about a lover that comes and goes like a "Gust Of Wind". 'That's Why' struts along in typical Mungo Jerry fashion, and features some fine harp work from Bonneville. 'Oh It's You' reminds me of the early Mink Deville, it certainly shares that Harlem soulfulness. 'The Price To Pay' features only the drummer Bryan Owings, with Ray on guitar, vocals and harmonica. Although simple is structure 'The Price To Pay' is the stand out track, and it reeks of Charlie Musselwhite; and it is a true gem! Fans of Roy Book Binder will love Ray's 'Canary Yellow Car' & 'Gone Too Long'; both of these are great foot stomping folk songs. If The Drifters were to sing country music then 'Foolish' would be typical of their repertoire. 'The Changing Sky' is very much like the early Bob Dylan. I just love country that swings, and 'Darlin' Don't Forget' is delightfully jazzy. Keep an eye out for Ray's new album Rough Luck. Gazz Click on album image to see larger album cover 
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