John Savage’s self titled release has received rave reviews from music industry critics.  With local Upstate NY slide guitarist George Deveny producing, the project includes a virtual “who’s who” among upstate New York Musicians including David Olson, former Robert Cray drummer (Smoking Gun, Afraid of the dark, etc.).  Frankie Talerico’s keys and Deveny’s soulful slide are the perfect compliment for Savage’s acoustic rhythms.  Olson and bassist Steve Wargo’s rhythm tracks provide an eclectic backdrop; from swampy grooves to jazzy brushwork, the tracks are guaranteed to please.  

“… a solid blues tunesmith with a unique twist & intelligence that sets him above that genre…insightful lyrics and a strong resonant vocal”

“His vocals are strong and believable, very Van Morrisonish”

“interesting and emotional songs you will love hearing in any setting…”

“…..The Rag man is destined to become a classic….”

Savage is back in the studio for the first time in ten years working with another powerful line-up of veteran players.  Look for his new release available at audiosparx.com in Fall 2008.