Jonah Tolchin‘s “Blues With a Feeling” takes the spotlight on the recently dropped Dockside album. Alongside Luther Dickinson from the band North Mississippi Allstars, they co-produced this track, delivering an unfiltered tribute to the roots of blues, loaded with pure feelings and a soulful delivery.
Tolchin‘s voice, characterized by its cool and collected tone, perfectly suits the blues genre. The warmth and down-to-earth nature of his voice provide an honest backdrop for lyrics that carry the weight of heartbreak and yearning. Jonah‘s track spells it out, affirming, “Blues with a feelin’ / That’s what I have today,” offering an open door to a space where the blues aren’t just a musical style but an emotional experience.
The beat, echoing The Black Keys’ blues-rock vibe, captures the true essence of a live blues jam. There’s a consistent and entrancing rhythm that anchors Tolchin‘s composed vocal performance. His voice remains cool and steady throughout, conveying a sense of seasoned wisdom and resilience, as though he’s seen every twist and turn.
Lyrically, “Blues With a Feeling” delves into the universal theme of love and loss with lines like “I’m gonna find my baby / If it takes all night and day.” The song’s simplicity accentuates its authenticity, giving prominence to the heartfelt storytelling.
This gin-soaked jam highballs you straight to a gritty blues dive, where life’s hassles take a breather. Jonah Tolchin‘s genuine blues chops shine on “Blues With a Feeling,” making it a top pick from the Dockside album. It’s a soul-stirrin’ ride that hits you deep and reminds us of the enduring power of blues music to make bad times just a little bit easier to bear.
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