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Can’t You See (CD)

MARK MARGOLIES — CAN’T YOU SEE on 8TH Train Records
The debut album from Philadelphia guitar veteran Mark Margolies is steeped in the blues tradition. Produced by Mikey Junior, one of Philadelphia’s best known and accomplished blues entertainers, this album pays homage to such artists as B.B. King, Memphis Slim, Roy Brown, Muddy Waters, Sonny Boy Williamson II, Freddie King and Lowell Fulson, Benny Goodman, and Lionel Hampton. Backed by a solid band, Mark Margolies infuses classic blues grooves with a jazz sensibility.

The title track “Can’t You See” is an original composition set to a familiar blues form. The lyrics have a double entendre as many blues songs often do. The eye chart and phoropter which are found on the album cover are part of the mystique. “Doctor Mark” is also a licensed Optometrist.

The other nine songs honor an art form which is deeply rooted in American history, and which touch the soul of many people worldwide. “Can’t You See” has a traditional “old school blues” feel with some modern touches and swinging arrangements.

Mark Margolies — Guitar & Vocals
Dean Shot — Guitar
Steve Kirsty — Saxophone, Upright and Electric Bass
Nick Fishman — Drums
Bill Heid — Piano
Mikey Junior — Harmonica

$18.00

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what people say

book Mark Margolies

He sure knows his way around his guitar as well as providing the cool vocals. Nothing sounds cluttered here, as all the instruments come through clearly, giving a stripped-down retro feel to the music.

Greg “Bluesdog” Szalony
Blues Blast Magazine

Mark Margolies KNOWS the blues. His music has been played on radio stations across the country, and he's a huge hit every time he graces the LBB live stage.

Limestone BBQ and Bourbon

The jazzy vibe pops up on “I’m Lost Without You” by Memphis Slim, with a way cool groove. Anyone that covers the late Florida based bluesman Rock Bottom (David Clark York) is aces in my book.

Greg “Bluesdog” Szalony
Blues Blast Magazine

If traditional blues is what you seek then most definitely step through that doorway. This music has deep roots that cuts across the decades.

Steve Sherman
Bucks County Herald

What a great respite from over-produced blues records. Jazz meets blues here to form a good marriage that will give many hours of listening pleasure to the discerning music lover.

Greg “Bluesdog” Szalony
Music Magazine

"Can't You See" pays tribute to the roots of jazz and blues mixing up those timeless blues grooves with a jazz sensibility.

Steve Sherman
Bucks County Herald

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