Crown

Description

Eric Gales is an iconic figure in blues. Over more than 30 years of career and 18 albums, his passion for music and his unwavering desire to keep it alive have never waned, even when his own flame was extinguished by his struggles with addiction. Throughout this journey, he has continued to breathe new energy into this art through personal lyrics and bold stylistic variations in his guitar playing and compositions. After five years of sobriety, renewed creativity, and profound wisdom, Eric is ready to take on the challenge of his career. On "Crown," Eric opens up like never before, sharing his battle with addiction, his hopes for a new era of sobriety and unbridled creativity, as well as his personal reflections on racism. The songs, performed with clarity, reflect Eric's personal experiences and his hope for positive change. Moreover, this collection of 16 tracks showcases his singing, songwriting, and incandescent guitar playing, which permeates every piece. Produced by Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith, this album reveals an Eric more vulnerable than ever, politically engaged without compromise, and with unwavering confidence. Listening to "Crown" is an exhilarating experience that, like Eric's life, is punctuated by moments of triumph and vulnerability. Throughout this opus, Eric shares his story and emotions through the majesty of blues. "Crown" was nominated in 2023 at the Grammy Awards in the Best Contemporary Blues Album category.