The ten-song set recorded at the historic Belle Mehus Auditorium in Bismark is an even mix of originals and inspired covers that showcases her mighty vocals and instrumental prowess that is turning heads across the country.
The veteran Groove Revival quartet of guitarist Richard Torrance, drummer Jim Anderson, keyboardist Barb Jiskra, and Nolyn Falcon on bass deftly back Lyn on a selection of fan favorites from the Allman Brothers, CCR, Bonnie Raitt and The Animals that match up well with the group’s own stylish tunes, allowing each member of the band a moment to shine.
Opening with the roaring twelve bar “Gypsy Soul,” which is also the title of her acclaimed second album, Lyn and crew set the tone for an evening of great music. Arguably Raitt’s biggest hit from 1972, “Love Me Like A Man,” is given the full band treatment with Torrance and Jiskra each taking fiery extended solos. The first of two Allman Brothers’ tunes “Midnight Rider” is beefed up with big vocal harmonies and a true to form instrumentation, while Lyn tackles both the challenging lead vocal and dual guitar leads of “Whipping Post,” with confident ease. She takes us to church for an emotive reading of the travelers’ prayer “As Long As I Can See The Light.”
The heavy organ and psychedelic swagger of “I Hope We Make A Change,” has a 70’s
Steppenwolf and Deep Purple feel. Lyn and Torrance both stretch out on the lowdown blues “Going Round In Circles.” The spot-on cover of “House Of The Rising Sun” is a showcase from the group’s popular British Invasion tribute show. The set closes with two more of their own tunes, the groovy dual guitar showcase “Low Down Dirty Shame” and the gently swinging anthem “You Can Take It All” delivers a final message of hope and love.
Live From The Northern Plains from Jennifer Lyn & The Groove Revival is a great keepsake for those who have seen the band’s show and a great introduction to the new fans, who have yet to get the experience firsthand. Rick J Bowen
Tracklist:
- 1. Gypsy Soul
- 2. Love Me Like A Man
- 3. Midnight Rider
- 4. Long As I Can See The Light
- 5. I Hope We Make A Change
- 6. Whipping Post
- 7. Going Round In Circles
- 8. House Of The Rising Sun
- 9. Low Down Dirty Shame
- 10. You Can Take It All
WEBLINKS
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www.jlynandthegrooverevival.com
FOCUS TRACKS
1. Gypsy Soul, 8. House Of The Rising Sun, 9. Low Down Dirty Shame
For more information: Betsie Brown, Blind Raccoon, betsie@blindraccoon.com
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