Jim Suhler -- "Panther Burn"

Let's skip over the fact that this was released last February. I need to say how terrific it is, and I need for you to hear how terrific it is. I have loved Jim Suhler's work for over 15 years now--in fact, two cds he made, one with Alan Haynes, "Live At Blue Cat Blues," (2000) and the solo acoustic "Dirt Road," (2002) are among my all time favorites. 

And this new cd is as good as anything he has released over the twenty-plus years he has been making Texas music.

The band this time out includes Carlton Powell and Buddy Momed on bass, Beau Chadwell, Kevin Schermerhorn and Jimmy Morgan on drums, Tim Alexander on piano, organ and accordian, and Shawn Phares on organ, Jim Elmore on guitar, Kim Wilson on harmonica, and Carolyn Wonderland and Ray Benson on vocals, along with Suhler on guitar and vocals. There are thirteen original songs and one cover, "Remember Mama" from To Kill A Mockingbird.

My favorite song here is the wonderful gospel "Amen Corner," which segues into "All God's Children Get The Blues Sometimes." Great organ work by Tim Alexander and great acoustic slide guitar by Mr Suhler. Carolyn Wonderland and Ray Benson add some great vocals.

Jim Suhler is a great singer, songwriter and guitarist. Give "Panther Burn" a listen, and you'll be hooked. You can buy this cd at http://www.jimsuhler.com