People who love the Blues aren’t looking for evolutionary progression in the genre. They want players who respect the tradition of the Blues and translate it uniquely with passion and integrity. That sounds like Nick Moss’ mission statement. The Chicago native found his love for the Blues early in life, learning guitar from his older brother and sneaking into local clubs to absorb the vibe as a teenager.
In the late ’90s, Moss assembled the Flip Tops and began establishing himself as a first-rate Blues frontman. The band’s second and third albums — 2001’s Got a New Plan and 2003’s Count Your Blessings — were nominated for W.C Handy Awards, and 2005’s Sadie Mae was similarly honored with Album-of-the-Year nominations from the Blues Music Awards.
Moss and the Flip Tops have made their bones in front of audiences, and their upcoming fifth album highlights that strength. Live at Chan’s, out next month, showcases Moss’ frenetic Blues guitar style and the band’s mastery of the form.
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