Johnny & The Devil
CD: BG-2020
1989
Hans Theessink: vocal, guitars, mandolin, mandola, mandocello, fiddle, harmonica, jew’s harp
Jon Sass: tuba
Alex Munkas: drums, percussion
Chris Haig: fiddle
Carl Kaye: pedal steel
Geraint Watkins: accordeon
Bummi Fian: trumpet
Christian Radovan: trombone
Wolfgang Puschnig: alto sax
Christian Dozzler: harmonica
Jatinder Thakur: tablas, sitar
Pippa Armstrong, Alee Thelfa, Dorretta Carter, Bobby Hammer, Jon Sass, Schiffkowitz, Timischl, Steinbäcker: backing vocals
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Press reviews
Hans’ innovative interpretations of works by bluesgiants, his deep voice, intimate approach, and acoustic slide guitar will inevitably remind many listeners of Ry Cooder’s blues style. It would be a disservice to Theessink however, to cast him as a simple imitator, for he is not. His own songs convey the personal interpretive mood of the best of acoustic blues, and is accomplished in a singular, arresting manner.
Journal of American Folklore, USA
With a whiskey-soaked voice and the ability to play almost anything with strings well Hans Theessink cooks up a tasty mix of originals and traditional blues. Each song is performed with a sparse yet funky sound.
New Music Report, USA
