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Rick Estrin & The Nightcats
September 20, 2019
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Celebrates the band's ability to use tough blues and raucous roadhouse rock as jumping off points for exhilarating new roots music. It's chock-full of originals that combine savvy songwriting, instrumental prowess and perpetual grooves into a distinctively modern blues sound, highlighted by the epic title track, a dizzying, Zappa-esque mash of Chicago blues, uptown funk, balls-...
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Toronzo Cannon
September 20, 2019
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The Preacher, The Politician Or The Pimp raises the ante on Toronzo's modern day blues vision, with 12 distinctive new songs that skillfully blend witty, "ain’t it the truth" anthems with searing topical observations. Through it all Toronzo burns on guitar and brings his lyrics to life with spirited, soul-drenched singing. "Deep, cont...
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Christone "Kingfish" Ingram
August 30, 2019
180-GRAM VINYL LP INCLUDES FREE DOWNLOAD WITH 12 TRACKS
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Coco Montoya
August 23, 2019
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Whether riding herd on a roadhouse romp, laying down a sweet, slow blues or blasting with blues-rock fury, Coco delivers the goods, with passionate, fire-breathing vocals matching his incendiary guitar pyrotechnics step for step. It's hard-hitting blues-rock that stays with a listener long after the last notes die off. "In a world of blues guitar pretenders, Coco Montoya is ...
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Toronzo Cannon
August 13, 2019
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Billy Branch
July 5, 2019
As heir apparent to the Chicago blues harmonica throne, Billy Branch is perfectly suited to shine a bright new light on the timeless music of Little Walter Jacobs, a transcendent artist revered by millions and an inspiration to every harmonica player who followed in his wake. Roots And Branches – The Songs Of Little Walter features 15 songs written by or made famous by the harp genius, each one brought to new life by Branch and The Sons of Blues as they blend elements of soul, f...
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The Cash Box Kings
June 28, 2019
This is the 180-gram black vinyl LP edition. Includes FREE DOWNLOAD card.
11 brilliant songs including a revitalizing take on Jimmy Reed’s "I'm The Man Down There." Label-mate Shemekia Copeland guests on one track. A raucous, hard-hitting album that breathes fire into authentic Chicago blues. An essential purchase for any fan of real blues!
"Fearless, full-tilt Chicago blues...fervent vocals and soaring harmonica" —Chica...
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The Cash Box Kings
May 17, 2019
11 brilliant new original songs and revitalizing takes on Jimmy Reed’s "I'm The Man Down There" and Mercy Dee Walton's "Sugar Daddy." Label-mate Shemekia Copeland guests on one track. A raucous, hard-hitting album that breathes fire into authentic Chicago blues. An essential purchase for any fan of real blues! "Fearless, full-tilt Chicago blues...fervent vocals and soaring harmonica" —Chicago Tribune
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Christone "Kingfish" Ingram
May 17, 2019
20-year-old blues firebrand comes bursting out of Clarksdale, Mississippi, with a sensational debut packed with piercing guitar, husky, impassioned singing and potent songwriting. Kingfish reinvigorates the blues with Ingram’s infectious, youthful fire. Buddy Guy, Keb' Mo' and Billy Branch guest. "One of the most exciting young guitarists in years, with a sound that encompasses B.B. King, Jimi Hendrix and Prince." —Rolling Stone
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Christone "Kingfish" Ingram
February 19, 2019
Fresh Out, a sizzling duet featuring music legend Buddy Guy, is the first single from Christone "Kingfish" Ingram's Alligator Records debut, KINGFISH, which will be available May 17, 2019.
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Tommy Castro
February 1, 2019
THE FIRST 300 WILL RECEIVE AN AUTOGRAPHED CD
A soul-satisfying romp, jam-packed with sweaty, energized workouts. From blustery blues to gritty R&B and hard-charging roadhouse rock, the set list includes fan favorites from throughout Tommy’s career. "Tommy Castro & The Painkillers showcase the power of the blues, soul and down-and-dirty rock ‘n’ roll...rousing and infectious. This is energizing, scorching, soul-shaking music….pure pleasure."<...
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Tommy Castro
February 1, 2019
This is the 180-gram vinyl LP edition. Pressed on translucent orange vinyl. Includes FREE DOWNLOAD card.
A soul-satisfying romp, jam-packed with sweaty, energized workouts. From blustery blues to gritty R&B and hard-charging roadhouse rock, the set list includes fan favorites from throughout Tommy’s career. "Tommy Castro & The Painkillers showcase the power of the blues, soul and down-and-dirty rock ‘n’ roll...rousing and infectiou...
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Eric Lindell
November 26, 2018
This is the 180-gram vinyl LP edition. Pressed on transparent orange vinyl. Includes FREE DOWNLOAD card.
On Revolution In Your Heart, Eric Lindell weaves timeless, infectious tales of family, friends and love on twelve new original songs that combine sunshiny melodies and thick, greasy grooves. Lindell does all the singing and performs all instruments except the drums, making the performances exceptionally heartfelt and engaging. "Classic blues and rock ori...
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Joe Louis Walker, Bruce Katz, Giles Robson, Joe Louis Walker|Bruce Katz|Giles Robson
October 26, 2018
Some autographed CDs remain!
Grammy-winnng singer/guitarist Joe Louis Walker, keyboard wizard Bruce Katz and UK harp ace Giles Robson join forces for a spellbinding journey through a treasure trove of rare and classic blues brought to vibrant new life.
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Lindsay Beaver
October 12, 2018
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A uniquely talented musical spitfire, Lindsay is a jazz-trained drummer and a classically-trained vocalist, writing and performing raw R&B, blues and old-school rock ‘n’ roll songs with punk rock fervor. Tough As Love explodes with Beaver’s volcanic singing, deeply soulful delivery and powerful chops on seven original songs and a handful of v...
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Eric Lindell
September 7, 2018
On Revolution In Your Heart, Eric Lindell weaves timeless, infectious tales of family, friends and love on twelve new original songs that combine sunshiny melodies and thick, greasy grooves. Lindell does all the singing and performs all instruments except the drums, making the performances exceptionally heartfelt and engaging. "Classic blues and rock origins with a taste of country twang. Impressive, super slinky guitar tone. Bound to win over roots music fans for years to come." ...
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Shemekia Copeland
August 3, 2018
Shemekia stakes her claim as a riveting Americana singer of striking authenticity on this album produced by genre champion Will Kimbrough. Eight new songs from Mary Gauthier, Kimbrough and more, plus brilliant versions of John Prine’s “Great Rain” (a duet with Prine), The Kinks’ “I’m Not Like Everybody Else,” Johnny Copeland’s “Promised Myself” and the traditional ballad “Go To Sleepy Little Baby.” Rhiannon Giddens, Steve ...
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Elvin Bishop
July 13, 2018
Elvin and his Big Fun Trio-mates (Willy Jordan on cajon and vocals, Bob Welsh on guitar and piano) serve up a fresh new helping of their good ‘n’ greasy blues and R&B, highlighted by the title track, a comic State of the Union address as only the blues and Southern Rock legend can deliver. Album includes four additional new originals, Big Fun Trio takes on Elvin’s Right Now Is The Hour, Jackie Wilson’s (Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher & Higher
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Marcia Ball
April 20, 2018
A career-defining album produced by Steve Berlin of Los Lobos. Marcia is simply on fire throughout, with an exuberant array of piano-fueled roadhouse romps seasoned by incomparably soulful ballads. Tracks include nine new Marcia originals, plus brilliant takes on the music of Ray Charles, Ernie K-Doe and Jesse Winchester. Producer/saxophonist Berlin guests on five tracks. "Rollicking, playful, good-time blues and intimate, reflective balladry...her songs ring with emotional depth" &mdash...
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Nick Moss Band featuring Dennis Gruenling
March 9, 2018
Sparkling new music in the classic Chicago blues ensemble tradition, led by Moss’ brawny guitar riffs and Gruenling’s monster harp chops. Ten terrific originals bring fresh lyrical perspective and mesh seamlessly with revitalized versions of three blues chestnuts. This is brash, exciting Chicago blues; honest, intense and powerful. "Moss muscular, electric energy combines jaw-dropping guitar, gruff, soulful vocals and impassioned songwriting. Gruenling is a contemporary harmonica mas...
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Curtis Salgado, Alan Hager
January 12, 2018
Six original songs imbued with the spirit of the blues’ greatest traditions and seven vibrant takes on classic tunes by Elmore James, Muddy Waters, Son House and more. From front porch acoustic finger-picking to swaggering Chicago shuffles and dark, swampy blues, Curtis and Alan play with the joy of kids in a candy store, delighting in the rich, captivating legacy of the blues.
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Tinsley Ellis
January 12, 2018
Packs the punch of a heavyweight champion as Tinsley reclaims his place with the giants of blues-rock guitar. From searing licks to psychedelic riffing, Tinsley and his axe are front and center on a riveting collection of heart-pounding rockers, raucous R&B and devastating blues. "Fiery controlled intensity…soulful, gritty, hard-edged blues rock" —Living Blues
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Tommy Castro
September 29, 2017
A dozen irresistible new tracks split between fresh Castro originals and revitalized versions of songs that inspired Tommy when he was coming of age in San Jose, California. Guest artists include David Hidalgo of Los Lobos, Charlie Musselwhite, Danielle Nicole (Trampled Underfoot) and Mike Zito. "Raw blues, dynamic rock and blustery, Stax-styled soul...powerful vocals...emotional, heartfelt performances" – Blues Music Magazine
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Tommy Castro
September 29, 2017
Pressed on 180g translucent yellow vinyl. Includes FREE download card.
A dozen irresistible new tracks split between fresh Castro originals and revitalized versions of songs that inspired Tommy when he was coming of age in San Jose, California. Guest artists include David Hidalgo of Los Lobos, Charlie Musselwhite, Danielle Nicole (Trampled Underfoot) and Mike Zito. "Raw blues, dynamic rock and blustery, Stax-styled soul...powerful vocals...emotional, h...
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Selwyn Birchwood
May 19, 2017
Bursting with exhilarating, genre-expanding blues and roots anchored by Selwyn’s gruff, urgent vocals and fiery guitar and lap steel playing. Thirteen striking original songs roam through raw roots rock, infectious Southern R&B, sweaty funk jams, searing blues and after hours ballads, forging a groundbreaking new sound created by one of the most sensational new blues talents in ages. "A remarkable contemporary bluesman...a powerhouse guitarist and soulful vocalist...highly recomm...
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Coco Montoya
March 24, 2017
Coco returns to Alligator with a sparkling new release that reaffirms his place on the top shelf of contemporary rocking bluesmen. From the ecstatic, just-fell-in-love shuffle “I Want To Shout About It” to the scorching “Hard As Hell” to the patented Albert Collins funk of “Moon Is Full,” Coco‘s soul-burning mastery of hard-hitting, long-lasting blues-rock is on full display. Produced by Tony Braunagel (Bonnie Raitt, Curtis Salgado, Taj Mahal) and feat...
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Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials
September 23, 2016
An album absolutely bursting with Lil' Ed's rollicking slide-work and raw-boned vocals on a joyous blend of burning boogies, romping shuffles and heart-stopping slow blues. The ever-ready Blues Imperials continue to be his perfect sidekicks, laying down greasy, percolating grooves with reckless precision. "Electrifying, raucous, pure Chicago blues...Lil’ Ed is a guitarist extraordinaire...slashing slide and flamboyant stage persona." –Chicago Tribune
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Various Artists/Anthologies
June 10, 2016
Two CDs chock full with over 158 minutes of genuine houserockin’ music spanning the label’s 45-year history for the cost of a single CD! Features Johnny Winter, Koko Taylor, Luther Allison, Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials, Albert Collins, James Cotton and many, many more! Housed in a beautiful 6-panel digipak with 24-page booklet featuring liner notes from head 'Gator Bruce Iglauer.
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Moreland & Arbuckle
May 6, 2016
Moreland & Arbuckle’s Alligator debut is as deep as Delta blues and heavy as thundering rock, as the band continues to wring hard-hitting, modern roots music from traditional forms. Groove-friendly guitar spiced with sledgehammer riffs duels with raucous singing and harp playing, and both barely held in place by propulsive drumming. Even when the throttle is pulled back for a loping folk-tinged ballad or a noir-ish blues worthy of Tom Waits, the band’s intensity and raw emotion...
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Moreland & Arbuckle
May 6, 2016
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Moreland & Arbuckle’s Alligator debut is as deep as Delta blues and heavy as thundering rock, as the band continues to wring hard-hitting, modern roots music from traditional forms. Groove-friendly guitar spiced with sledgehammer riffs duels with raucous singing and harp playing, and both barely held in place by propulsive drumming. Even when the throttle is pulled back for a loping folk-tinged ballad or a n...
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Curtis Salgado
April 8, 2016
Salgado’s most fearless and adventurous release to date finds him writing or co-writing all but one song, co-producing and contributing to horn and background vocal parts. With Curtis’ powerful, passionate vocals leading the way on everything from soulful Van Morrison-esque rock to slippery funk, from gritty harp-stoked blues to devastating ballads, the results are nothing short of spectacular. "Inspired, powerful R&B showcases Salgado’s exceptional range and m...
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Various Artists/Anthologies
February 26, 2016
A stunning collection of artists and performances celebrate the timeless music of legendary gospel bluesman Blind Willie Johnson. From Derek Trucks’ and Susan Tedeschi’s reverent reading of Keep Your Lamp Trimmed And Burning to Lucinda Williams’ slide guitar-fueled lament in Nobody’s Fault But Mine, from Luther Dickinson’s spirited take on Bye And Bye I’m Going To See The King (with The Rising Star Fife & Drum Band) to Tom Waits’ vi...
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Various Artists/Anthologies
February 26, 2016
A stunning collection of artists and performances celebrate the timeless music of legendary gospel bluesman Blind Willie Johnson. From Derek Trucks’ and Susan Tedeschi’s reverent reading of Keep Your Lamp Trimmed And Burning to Lucinda Williams’ slide guitar-fueled lament in Nobody’s Fault But Mine, from Luther Dickinson’s spirited take on Bye And Bye I’m Going To See The King (with The Rising Star Fife & Drum Band) to Tom Waits’ vi...
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Toronzo Cannon
February 26, 2016
Chicago born and bred blues guitarist/singer/songwriter Toronzo Cannon keeps the city’s blues flame blazing with The Chicago Way. Playing all self-penned material, Toronzo’s lyrics sting just as hard as his fretwork, and his singing resonates instantly with a gruff soulfulness that begs for repeated listening. From frisky shuffles and hard blues to buttery ballads and funky R&B, Toronzo Cannon blends all flavors of Chicago blues and makes them his own. &ldq...
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Koko Taylor, Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials, Little Charlie & The Nightcats, Tinsley Ellis, Katie Webster, Elvin Bishop, Charlie Musselwhite, Shemekia Copeland, Michael Burks, Marcia Ball, The Holmes Brothers, Roomful of Blues
January 1, 2015
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A Blues Christmas is a brand new vinyl release featuring the best of Alligator’s two holiday CDs: 1992’s The Alligator Records Christmas Collection and 2003’s Genuine Houserockin’ Christmas. Neither title was ever released on vinyl, so this the first LP to ever be graced with the genuine holiday-rockin’ music of Koko Taylor, Charlie Musselwhite, Shemekia Copeland, Elvin Bishop, Marc...
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Albert Collins, Robert Cray, Johnny Copeland
February 22, 2011
Alligator’s Grammy Award-winning, best-selling title of all time, remastered on 180 gram vinyl featuring the added bonus track “Something To Remember You By.”
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