Jimmy Spacek CD Release Show

This long awaited release, "Peace & Distortion" solidifies Spacek's reputation as the "Godfather of San Antonio Blues". His guitar playing is in fine form sporting a unique style that weaves blues, rock, and soul together with an explosive Texas punch. Jimmy's songwriting is also front and center with many tracks chanting typical hard line blues themes and hard-driving guitar, but also digs deeper on "Broken Man"; about a military veteran who finds himself out on the street. And "Peacemaker" echo's the never ending quest for peace, plus a cry for an understanding of common goals and needs on "Division Fare".

The 10 song project was recorded at San Antonio's Edit Point Studio by Donnie Meals and mixed by Kelly Donnelly at Studio Plush in Austin. "It's always such a cool experience working with Donnie, makes us feel at home and brings out the best playing from everyone". "Kelly is one of the best anywhere in regard to guitar tone and he finds the sweet spot in every instrument for that final mix…we're very lucky he was able to mix the album in and around his busy schedule with Eric Johnson". Also on tap is an appearance from West Side Horn great's, Al Gomez and Henry Rivas on the rock/funk piece "People, Rain & Shine" and "South Side San Antone". The later song is a soulful tribute to the people on the Southeast side of San Antonio and the artists and music Jimmy heard and admired growing up there; simply put in the line, "I learned to listen to the heart and play from the soul".