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The Real DEAL !

Rev KM Williams | dallas, tx United States | 12/06/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"KM Williams

Sanctified Boogie

(Self)



Our last trip out with Mr. Williams first CD was nothing short of breathtaking. Last February I was bold enough to state that it was one of the best blues debuts of the year and as usual, I was RIGHT! Here we are again with a new CD and I am happy to report that KM Williams's new release is more of that incredibly raw, honest, intimate work that I so admired previously, although this time around, Williams takes us off on some different explorations and themes. It's a great follow up to his debut and really showcases what makes this guy so special.



Twelve original tracks. Beautifully composed and executed. Williams has this wonderful intensity that permeates his work. There is this omnipotent spiritual texture that engulfs the tunes. It is impossible not to pick up that Country Blues Gospel vibe throughout the tracks. Williams is steeped in it: it's the fuel that feeds his fire. Best way I can describe it: it's that electric thrill you get listening to an energized, fire in the belly, Servant of God delivering one of those stand up and shout Hallelujah Salvation sermons. It gets under your skin and stays there. Something about his voice. Something about his playing. Something about the combination of the two. The man has a gift.



I think the title track says it all. Check out Sanctified Boogie for an excellent introduction to KM William's world. There are several tracks that I won't soon forget. Try the haunting "I'm A Solider" or the mesmerizing "Boogie Child" and I think you can smell what the Rock is cooking. Another standout performance on the song "Not By Works, But By Grace" really drives home the point. This is a great listen from beginning to end and Williams shows us some fascinating texture along the path. It will be very interesting to see where the road takes us next. An excellent follow-up from an excellent performer.

- Bill "The Rock" Fountain



January 2002 Southwest Blues

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