RJ Howson Is Florida Blues Rock Royalty

First of all RJ Howson is friends with Duane Betts. So it's guilt by association. Guitar guilt. Howson plays a bluesy, soulful guitar in the Allman Brothers tradition. He has been working the live scene in Florida and beyond for many years. You can often find this extraordinary musician toiling in bars where the music often takes a backseat to the food or the view from the outdoor patio. But it's places like this that hone the craft. Modern day music has abandoned this type of dues paying.

About a year or so ago, RJ released his album "Set It Free". It contains 10 very strong blues rockers that are heavily influenced by the Florida blues rock scene and the southern rock tradition. It's a soulful blend that requires head bobbing and toe tapping. These songs turn into jam band gems when performed live. 10 original tracks performed by Howson, Pat McDonald on drums and Chuck Riley on bass. The entire album is playable and very high quality. Super standout tracks include "Sweet Soul Sister", "Carry Me Mama", "I Got Mud" and "Prove This Love Is True".

This is music that connects with the listener on a cosmic level. It's not just old school, it's school's in session. This is how you play blues and classic rock.

Howson and his band are a well oiled machine. These songs were recorded live in the studio and required just one take for the most part. That shows the confidence level and the commitment to making music the old fashioned way. This is one artist that deserves national attention. For now you can enjoy this band on the west coast of Florida where they can be usually found on any given weekend, perfecting their craft and earning new fans.