Rock/Review Jeb Rault - Rising
Jeb Rault is a New Orleans-born and raised guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He has played his music for live audiences across the world, from the USA to Switzerland, Germany, France, and Spain. His third full-length release, Rising, came out on September 15, 2023. His music is a mix of guitar-oriented Blues Rock mixed with a good dose of different styles (Funk, R&B, and Blues) from his hometown.
The musical journey includes the sounds of blues. The ten songs were recorded in spring 2023 at Marigny Studio in New Orleans by Jeb Rault, whose authorship contributed to his ability to produce the album.
There have been some great albums in 2023 but this one really hits the spot, comprising a diverse mix of guitar driven tracks that will appeal to fans of many different genres. The album “Rising” takes the listener on a journey ranging from the classics of blues rock to funk infused blues as well as darker moody numbers. The layered guitar work is another strength of the album that gives it an emotional appeal. The rich and vivid expressive leads interweave with harmony vocal creating a very compelling soundscape.
The backbone and foundation of the whole album are supplied by Lee Schwartz on drums, Logan Emory on rhythm guitar, and Matt Wisdom on bass. These tracks feature accomplished New Orleans musicians like Wayne Lohr on keys, Joe Crachiola on sax, and Charlie Denard on grand piano that provide additional dimensions to these works.
“Rising” is an album based on paying tribute to the traditions of blues and rock music, combined with new vigor. All songs are stories, usually touching and soul-filled as one can expect from genuine blues. Jeb Rault demonstrates his mastery over the instrument that he plays with the brilliance of a star in every song.
The feature that makes “Rising” unique lies in its capacity of taking listeners through different tunes and moods. The album will remain one of favorite among lovers of blues, rock, and funk as it has so much to offer to almost everyone. It is characterized by the funk-infused upbeat grooves of its tracks or the emotional ballads of blues.
Indeed, when we talk about Jeb Rault’s “Rising”, it is much than an album, but rather a proof that this type of the music has always lived since time immemorial in us. It features its memorable guitar work combined with solid rhythms and emotionally touching lyrics that bring out the very essence of these genres. This album belongs to your collection whether you are diehard blues fan or someone who admires good guitar driven music.