This eventually morphing into such modern, universal forms as Rhythm & Blues, Funk, and electric Blues. Dan Treanor is a handyman/musician who has fashioned a plethora of African instruments (khalam, ngoni, cane flute) and demonstrated their adaptability in complementing various 20th century Blues forms. Vocals are handled by underappreciated veteran Rex Peoples. The 15 listed tracks---plus a superb 16th unlisted bonus track—a veritable Blues kaleidoscope, and an unparalleled learning experience. Thus, when one hears Field Hollar #1 it teaches that the field holler was the earliest Blues form. There’s deep Mississippi Blues too, such as Mississippi Fred’s Dream, although within this context, “Afrossippi” is a better descriptor. New Orleans is honored on What You Gonna Do, while Standing In The Shadows is a gentle Blues ballad, complete with DooWop backup singers. The glorious title track is African-tinged Gospel, a reminder that all classic Blues shouters and singers did it first in church. Queen Of The Dance Hall Girls is a stand-out, a wonderful blend of the Cajun, Country, Blues, and Minstrel traditions Those little African twists allow for inviting renditions of songs often associated with the likes of B.B. King, Muddy Waters, and John Lee Hooker, such as Rock Me Baby and Tumblin’ Blues. You Shot The Gun is a pounding slice of Barrelhouse Blues, and would fit perfectly on a release by the late Johnnie Johnson. The intensely dramatic The 13th Amendment we even get to hear the voice of a chain gang prisoner recorded 70 years ago by Alan Lomax. -by Gary Tate/LivinBlues -surf to www.dantreanor.com