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GILES - 're-inventing the blues'

GILES is the project of Dutch songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Mark Koehorst. Formed in 2002, they are making a big impression on the live music scene, both in the UK and abroad. Apart from Mark's own songs, they bring new life to a whole range of classic songs, from their dark and haunting version of Move, to a very funky Stop Breaking Down, sung and played with great passion and finesse. Mark's own songs include Tonight and Gets Me Nowhere. Their debut CD 'Coming Home' was very well received by fans and critics alike as a very original and worthwile contribution to the blues.

GILES have taken the very essence of the blues and transported it into the music of today, taking on board all manner of contemporary influences, yet keeping it 'classic'. If you thought the blues was about nostalgia for times long gone, think again. It is very much alive and kicking, and about to stage a major comeback!

Mark Koehorst - guitar and vocal

Founder Mark is originally from Holland and has had a long career as a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. In England, he fronted excellent bands such as Glass and Sattva. In total, he released 5 albums and was signed to various labels. His songs are original and sensitive. His search for simplicity and truth finally brought him back to the blues, his first love. His effortless yet powerful vocal and guitar style leaves a lasting impression.

On this first CD, he is assisted by two very sensitive and intuitive musicians from the Liverpool area: Bobby Kewley on bass and Ged Hawksworth on drums. Together, they weave their irresistable magic that will make you want to play it again and again.

Check out the artist's website:
http://www.gilesmusic.com

Track List:
1. Stop Breaking Down (Trad. Arr.)
2. Hipshake (J Moore)
3. Move (McDowell/Davis)
4. Gets Me Nowhere (M Koehorst)
5. Rain (Lennon/McCartney)
6. Take It Slow (M Koehorst)
7. Tonight (M Koehorst)
8. Rollin' & Tumblin' (Morganfield.Koehorst)

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