Track Listing

1. Freddy's Combo
2. I Got Loaded
3. Leopard-Skin Pill-Box Hat
4. Bone Pickin'
5. Away, Way Too Long
6. Strange Things Happen
7. Bayou Boogie
8. These Arms of Mine
9. Whiskey Store

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #72600 in Music
• Released on: 2004-02-24
• Number of discs: 1
• Format: Live
• Dimensions: .21 pounds

Amazon.com
At first glace, the combination of blues-roots guitarists Tab Benoit and Jimmy Thackery doesn't seem like a logical one. Both are barnstorming bandleaders, and Benoit's clipped Louisiana Telecaster would appear to be at odds with Thackery's tougher Strat attack. But, as 2002's Whiskey Store collaboration proved, the duo's strengths complement, even invigorate each other. The resulting tour is captured here, in all its volatile glory. Both headliners, along with gutsy saxist Jimmy Carpenter and dynamic B3 organist Ken Faltinson, are in smashing form. As you would expect, the studio work is expanded, extended, and juiced with additional moonshine for the live experience. Benoit's more palatable vocals dominate, and his gripping version of Otis Redding's "These Arms of Mine" is the show's most emotionally stirring performance. But blues guitar lovers aren't aboard just for the poignant moments; they want pyrotechnics, which are abundantly provided as well. From the fiery double-time explosion of a nine-minute "Bayou Boogie" to the feverish swamp funk of "Bone Pickin'" and the stealthy, slow burn of the title track, this is a breathtaking picking extravaganza offering plentiful proof of each artist's speed, dexterity and collaborative discipline. --Hal Horowitz

Customer Reviews

Fire and Smoke
The CD is so hot that it may burn your hands off just holding it. The guitar playing of Beniot and Thackery are just fantastic. This little known CD should be in any blues or rockers' collection. The vocals are surprisingly good and the backup is "all pro." This is one of the best live recordings I've heard in a long time. I hope they come out with more!

Whiskey Store - Live
I saw Whiskey Store Live at Ft. Lauderdale Riverwalk Blues & Music Festival and was "blown away". Fantastic in a word. The Whiskey Store Live CD is just like being live in concert with them. The CD & music is "Smokin Hot". The CD should be in every blues lovers CD collection. Crank it up and let the music fly, you will tell all your blues lover friends to buy it.

Album of the year!
What can I say about this record that the editorial reviewer and the top 500 reviewer haven't already said? Well, not much I suppose, but I'll try. this record is simply amazing from start to finish. I really can't find a bad track on it. the musicianship of all players is absolutely top notch. Tab's voice has developed some grit over the years which really has elevated his vocals to a new level. Jimmy is an okay vocalist and he does not embarrass himself on this record, but you won't find yourself going, "wow! That guy can sing" like you will when tab grabs the mic. Jimmy's guitar playing is simply on fire through this whole record. His intense firy style of playing combined with tab's more pick-heavy style similar to the late T-Bone walker make for a true guitar experience to be heard. I love the opening track, "I Ain't Broke." It is a sizzling rock and roll burner with some great guitar and piano work. Their interpretation of "Strange Things" is also a highlight with some nice harp work and a killer groove laid down by chris and Tommy. I am serious when I give this record my vote as the record of the year. Play it loud. Play it soft. it works either way. Whatever you do, just buy it and play it! You'll love it!