Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown was never just a bluesman, and San Antonio Ballbuster is the definitive proof of his "American Music" philosophy. This collection captures Gatemouth at his most ferocious, blending Texas swing, big band jazz, and stinging electric blues into a sound that no one else could replicate.
"Whether he’s picking up the fiddle or tearing through a guitar solo, there is a sense of sophisticated swing that keeps the music moving."
His guitar work here is legendary—sharp, percussive, and incredibly fast. But it’s the way he leads the band that truly impresses. The tracks are lean, mean, and perfectly represent the post-war Texas blues sound.
It’s an essential record for anyone who wants to understand the bridge between jazz and the blues.