L.A. BIG DADDY’S RELEASES NEW SINGLE “WHY I SING THE BLUES”
Written by Keith Langerman
Los Angeles, CA - December 14, 2023 - L.A. Big Daddy’s, the acclaimed blues band, announces their new single, “Why I Sing The Blues.” The track showcases their talent and dedication to the blues genre.
“Why I Sing The Blues” features a lineup of extraordinary musicians who bring their flair to the song. Matt Bragg on bass, David E. Jackson on drums, Adrian Myers on vocals, Richard Moorings on electric piano, Tony Coleman on B3 organ and Wurlitzer, Alejandro Monfort on guitars, and The Trinity Gospel Singers on background vocals.
The release of “Why I Sing The Blues” follows the success of Patterson and DeMott’s remix of “Proud Man’s Blues - Radio Mix,” which reached #1 on the Roots Music Report charts. This confirms the band’s status as a leading force in the contemporary blues and roots rock music scene.
“Why I Sing The Blues” also features Tony Coleman, a multi-instrumentalist and music director known for his work with legendary artists such as Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, and Earth Wind & Fire. Coleman’s contribution adds his musical style and expertise to the song.
L.A. Big Daddy's had the privilege of recording "Why I Sing The Blues" at Ardent Audio Productions, an award-winning studio in Torrance, California. The studio has been the creative hub for renowned artists across various genres, including blues, R&B, hip hop, and jazz. Notable artists such as James Harman, Rob Piazza, Kim Wilson, The Mannish Boys, George Clinton, Phil Upchurch, Denise Williams, and Conrad Sewell have all contributed their talents to Ardent Audio Productions.
Three years ago, a chance phone call brought the two together with critically acclaimed Canadian blues artist Jordan Patterson. An industry veteran with decades of experience as a musician and now music producer, who possesses considerable business capabilities from his previous career with House of Blues Concerts Canada. Patterson brought to the table a fresh, new perspective in terms of the music’s production values and helped to develop the strategic business model for the delivery of this project moving forward.
The engineering of L.A. Big Daddy’s music was handled by Michael DeMott, while the production was guided by Jordan Patterson. The mixing and mastering process was a joint effort between them, ensuring quality and excellence.
“Why I Sing The Blues'' will captivate audiences with its melodies and the band’s passion for their craft. This release is a testament to the vision and dedication of Executive Producers David E. Jackson and Matt Bragg, who have worked to bring L.A. Big Daddy’s music to audiences worldwide. A tribute to both B.B King and Aretha Franklin, the lyrical content remains as relevant today as when the two legends recorded it years ago.
“The experience gained from backing other artists gave Jackson and Bragg the vision for this project. It also helped them in writing a strong batch of material in addition to selecting the right musicians and singers to bring that vision to fruition.”
– Mark Thompson, Blues Blast Magazine
“Well, what can I say? The L.A. Big Daddy’s CD “Rock Your Blues Away” is a bona fide monster! Bassist Matthew Bragg and drummer David Jackson a/k/a the L. A. Big Daddy’s are not only first class musicians, they also happen to be gentlemenz of the highest quality! That is why I’m so happy to tell y’all, ya better hurry up and go out and get this CD! From the opening “The Funky Blues” to the closing “Grant’s Big Band Shuffle”, these guys infuse killer music skills with a funkiness that will keep your toes tappin’ from beginning to end! I love this CD.”
– Gregg Wright, Louisiana Music Hall of Fame Guitarist
“I have nothing but good reviews on this project…You have to enjoy this great Blues and Soul mix. When I say you better buy… You have to buy. Enjoy this CD… I did!”
– Radio Station KPR1 Program Dir. & 30 yr radio veteran Hank Thompson Jr.
“This is a good CD, I really, really like ‘The Funky Blues’ and ‘Proud Mans Blues!’ And that ‘I Can Dig It’ is really something too. I also like ‘A Mans Gotta Do’. This is one CD you need to buy.”
– Guitar Shorty
"My sincere congratulations to all the people involved on A TRULY MIGHTY FINE ALBUM! While I really loved it from start to finish, I definitely took the liberty to select some of its highlights (namely THE FUNKY BLUES – A MAN’S GOTTA DO – ROCK YOUR BLUES AWAY – STOOP ON THE ROOF – SOMETHING’S WRONG WITH THIS WOMAN) to share with listeners to my Catfish Blues show, now in its 34th year! These, and possibly more, will be aired in the upcoming weeks.”
– Edoardo Fassio, author, journalist, radio programmer
"The L.A. Big Daddy’s project is keeping the Blues in real perspective. If real uncut Blues is what you’re looking for, you will find it here. The addition of Southern Legend Ernie Johnson takes it straight to the top.”
– Zac Harmon