Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials Slideways (CD)

(Alligator Records) 13 tracks, digisleeve

Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials are the reigning champions of raw, slide-heavy Chicago blues. With over 40 years of critically acclaimed recordings and raw, rousing performances in clubs, theaters, and on festival stages around the world, they have earned legendary status. “Slideways” is a masterpiece of old-school Chicago blues played with contemporary urgency.

“Slideways” is bursting with Lil' Ed's exuberant slide guitar and raw vocals, paired with a joyful mix of smoky slide guitar boogies, bony shuffles, and breathtaking slow blues. As always, The Blues Imperials provide rock-solid, proven, and wonderfully exuberant accompaniment.