<back - TOMMY CASTRO - From the moment Tommy Castro and his band began playing their distinctive blend of Blues, Soul, and Rock, in and around the San Francisco Bay Area in 1991, fans and critics alike have been enthralled both by his exceptional song writing ability and his passionate performances. He's toured with artists such as BB King, Robert Cray, Johnny Lang, and the late John Lee Hooker. Tommy's musical origins are linked to Buddy Guy, Otis Redding, and James Brown. 

It’s been the ability of Castro and his band to electrify a live audience that, within a few short years, has taken them from San Francisco fame to international acclaim. Tommy Castro has become firmly-established as one of the premiere and most compelling artists on the Blues scene. Blues Review said, "Castro's energy and charisma leap right out!" With the release of Gratitude, his 7th recording he launched his own label, Heart & Soul Records co-founded with Blue Sky Artist Management's Miki Nord. Years of touring, writing, and recording have resulted in a masterful blend of the musical genres that he loves: Blues, Soul and Rock. BB King said "I knew when Tommy first came out on tour with me some years back, that he has what it takes. Gratitude shows that, and takes us back to the roots that have influenced him. He's really done something special!" With Gratitude, Castro gives a searing nod to his influences and shows that his work is far more worthy than many have acknowledged thus far. Castro arrived prior to this disc with his releases such as Exception to the Rule, Right as Rain, and Guilty of Love. All are great releases and should be part of any Blues fan's collection. "This whole CD is just about having a blast, playing great songs by all the cats I like. We couldn't even come close to getting them all in. I guess we'll just have to make another one", predicts Castro. MP3 - Can't Keep a Good Man Down |