BILLY JONES BLUEZ

Billy Jones is one of the ‘good guys’ who is truly interested in advancing and extending ‘Great Soul Music' from the 'Ancient to the Future’ and making sure that it is available for future generations. As such he is one of my personal musical heroes. We don’t have enough artists like him and hopefully he is going to inspire others. Updating the blues for the 21st century is not an easy matter... Billy Jones has managed it. Think Bobby Womack with Curtis Mayfield's social conscience and you are getting close. Perhaps the most important thing to note is that his sound is more acceptable to modern ears and maybe that will get more younger people to listen to his message. This is a fine, soulful album that packs a poignant wallop. The message is deep and heartfelt. It is lyrically-inspired Contemporary Rhythm & Blues