
Last year they played at Lincoln Center where Wynton is the Artistic Director. Though it had been billed as “Willie Nelson Sings The Blues,” it was in reality collaboration between two behemoths in their respective fields. The two-night collaboration was recorded and turned into the album Two Men With The Blues.
The tunes on the album run the gamut from standards like Georgia On My Mind to the Jimmy Reed classic Bright Lights Big City, which acts as the opener. Other highlights include Clarence Williams My Bucket’s Got a Hole In It, and Willie’s own Rainy Day Blues. Blues, Jazz and Country sounds come together to form a wonderful homemade musical stew.
Throughout their performances they weave a fine line between showing off the impressive musical chops they share with their backup band to seeming as relaxed and natural as if they’re playing a backyard picnic for some friends. I can only hope that at some point they decide to hit the road together. If they do, it’s likely to be a show not to miss. For now though this album is a terrific slice of Americana to seek out if you're a fan of either of these men.
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