Remaining true to my roots. I wrote using ideas for songs and ideas for sounds together in a way Id never done before, explains Castro, "using drum rhythms to drive the lyrics." the tracks melodic and biting, energetic and fun - are brought to life with sonic authority by bassist Randy McDonald (from the original Tommy Castro Band), keyboardist James Pace, and original Painkillers drummer Byron Cage. In addition, many of Castros friends and admirers, including Alligator labelmates Marcia Ball and the Holmes Brothers, add their talents to the proceedings. Other guests include guitarists Joe Bonamassa and Mark Karan, guitarist/vocalist Tab Benoit, vocalists Samantha Fish and Tasha Taylor, and harmonica player Magic Dick. Each song comes loaded with emotional depth and muscular hooks courtesy of Castros soulful singing, insightful lyrics and dynamic, potent guitar playing.
