Jeff Dale
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Jeff Dale is an American blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter. Born and raised in Chicago, he has been a long-time resident of Los Angeles, receiving a Living Legend Blues Award for the City of Los Angeles in 2019. He is known for his blues style that while deeply rooted in the traditions of the Mississippi Delta and Chicago blues, has a unique spin of his own. Dale has released multiple albums and performed throughout the United States and Europe.
Biography
Jeff Dale's musical journey began with a deep appreciation for the blues, drawing inspiration as a teenager from local Chicago legendary figures such as Muddy Waters, and Howlin' Wolf. He developed a raw guitar style characterized by its slide work and emotive phrasing. Dale's vocals, often described as gritty and soulful, further enhance the authenticity of his performances.
Dale has performed his original material since 1975, building a reputation for his energetic live shows. He has backed legendary blues originators such as Lowell Fulson, Pee Wee Crayton and David “Honeyboy” Edwards as well as shared the stage with other notable blues musicians. His “Blue Wave Band” released two albums in the 1980s. He started his current band “The South Woodlawners” in the 2000s.
Musical Style and Influences
Dale's musical style is firmly rooted in the electrified Chicago blues he heard growing up on the south side of Chicago. He expands on those roots, often adding unexpected instrumentation to his recordings such as cello, bassoon, violin and oboe. His songwriting often reflects themes of love’s hardships, resilience, and the human experience, often sprinkled with his wry sense of humor.
Influences include:
Muddy Waters Howlin' Wolf Paul Butterfield Blues Band Corky Siegel Jimmy Reed Chuck Berry Lowell Fulson
Discography
With the Blue Wave Band*
- What It Is 1985
- Modern Blues 1988
With The South Woodlawners
- Blues From The Southside Of My Soul 2009
- Blues Room 2011
- Good Music 2014
- Blues Power 2019
- Blood Red Moon 2022
With Jeff Stone
- The Southside Lives 2017
- With David “Honeyboy” Edwards
- I’m Gonna Tell You Something I Know 2016
With Lowell Fulson
- Lowell Fulson Live 2021
With Bobby “Hurricane” Spencer
- The Hurricane Dale Thang 2024
References
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