GA-20 - New EP Volume 2

Artiest/Band: GA-20 New EP Volume 2 New Single: “I Don’t Mind Release: Out Now Label: Colemine distribution services Format: CD/LP/DL/Digital Genre: Rock-Blues Contactpersoon : Amy Brat - BratGirlmedia On the final track of their new EP Volume 2, GA-20 takes on the cult R&B classic “I Don’t Mind.” Though written and best known by James Brown & The Famous Flames,..........

On the final track of their new EP Volume 2, GA-20 takes on the cult R&B classic “I Don’t Mind.” Though written and best known by James Brown & The Famous Flames, GA-20 take their inspiration from the lesser known versions from The Who and MC5, dipping into the distortion and raw approach that has been a trademark of the band.

GA-20 is the musical brainchild of Matthew Stubbs, a 16-year veteran of legendary blues master Charlie Musselwhite’s touring band. Matt elevated his early love of Blues music with the hard-won experience and tutelage of Musselwhite and a host of Blues icons, including James Cotton and John Hammond. He formed the band in Boston in early 2018 and quickly drew a devoted following. With the help of their subsequent relentless tour schedule, GA-20 has thrilled both Blues lovers and many fans who had never heard traditional Blues. “We’re proud to bring this sound to a new audience,” says Stubbs. “When people hear it, they get what we’re doing and they’re into it. It’s very important to us to make a personal connection,” he continues. “Blues is meant to be played live. It’s about telling stories. We love making records but performing live is even more important to us.” Accompanying Stubbs in this pursuit are the vocal and guitar powerhouse, Cody Nilsen, and drummer Joshua Kiggans. Both Cody and Josh have acclaimed histories in Boston as sought after session players and sidemen, with dynamic range both instrumentally and vocally. Their extensive backgrounds in traditional American music, including Blues, Country and Rock n Roll, bring a palpable dimension to GA-20’s already exhilarating approach to traditional Blues. 

Since its inception the accolades continue to roll in for GA-20. American Songwriter says the band plays “rough and tumble, relentless blues” with “maximum intensity rocking.” UK tastemaker magazine MOJO says GA-20 makes “a joyful noise,” and the Guardian UK writes, “If you care to know how a rowdy 1950s Chicago juke joint sounded, GA-20 are here to help. They keep things simple and fierce…scything, growling riffs, driving grooves, blistering boogies and defiant vocals”. Now in 2025 and beyond, the band looks forward to retaining their reputation as one of the hardest working bands on the scene, with a slew of new songwriting and inspired releases, and a relentless tour schedule.

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