Jim Bianco
Handsome Devil
© 2004 jbianco (647987187524)
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Sex songs, Strip teases. Pop songs, tango's , waltz's and songs about redneck weddings. See what LA artist Jim Bianco has been up to....
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notes
"...Bianco has catapulted himself onto the level of eclectic songcraft on par with Elvis Costello and Tom Waits"
--LA WEEKLY
"....one of the year's most lyrically provocative releases. "
-- Nashville City Paper
Reviewer: Quinn Murphy
"I was turned on to Jim through CD Baby by accident. I must say it's the best accident I have ever been in. This album is a phenomenal example of what good music should be. It has everything all "radio" and "trl" artists are lacking: talent. As soon as I heard about Handsome Devil, I ordered it right away. Artists like Jim are few and far between, but the mark they leave is huge. Congrats again on a phenomenal album, and I will do my part as a fan to spread the sound and style of greatness."
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Fantastic!
author: Åse MeistadWhat a great album! I've hardly listened to anything else after I got it a few weeks ago. Yesterday I got to experience him live in Bergen, Norway with Tom McRae, Greg Laswell, Cary Brothers, Catherine Feeny and Brian Wright, and what a performer! They all seriously need to come back soon!
Amazing
author: Justice StilesClever lyrics, great song writing, a keen perception of the subtle nuanced nature of humanity in the iconic situations of life, wry humor, and storytelling all folded carefully together with what has to be some of the most talented musicians and great instrumental part writting of this generation. Hansome Devil makes me sing out loud, dance in public, and feel in turns happy and bawdy. This album has everything that makes music great! Why are Jim and the boys not getting paid milions of dollars to keep doing what they do? They deserve it! Keep it up guys!
Handsome Devil
author: Ann MacDonaldLoved this album so much -- rec'd 2nd copy to pass on as Xmas gift; so-o-o-o-o magnificent !!!!
handsome devil
author: dogggyall around fun, smart, groov'n tunes ... ad lib. dig it!
Nice gravelly, sultry singing. Love it!
author: ElissaI heard one of the songs on pandora.com and immediately knew I'd like the whole CD...hilarious lyrics...great singing!
nice
author: JessIm originaly from New Orleans - this music makes bein' away not so bad.
Pure entertainment!
author: KimThis man is a star! A totally crazy and inspirational performer, who needs to come back to the UK NOW!
- author: Kris
My new favorite CD! Love the saucy, smoke-filled room feel and the spicy lyrics. Jim Bianco's voice is as terrific as his song-writing skill. I guarantee you won't be disappointed with this disc.
This CD is phenomenal! I won't stop playing it.
author: Just A Girl Who Loves Jim Bianco & CD Baby!Handsome Devil is a treat for the ears! I heard a few of the tracks live and expected them to be the best on a CD of ok songs. Boy was I wrong! This CD is packed with creative tunes and the instruments are the perfect compliment to his voice (which is like a shot of whiskey and sandpaper-in all the good ways). I can't pick just one so I hit random and let Jim GO! Go, Jim, Go!
Killer Album!
author: Loren HartkeThis CD is so killer! I have had it in the player 24-7 since I got it. Every track rocks so hard. There are so many different styles incorporated into the music. The musicians are solid and the lyrics are so creative and different. I love it, definatly in my top 10!
Dr. John or Tom Waits Anybody
author: THEE JEFF LEWISWOW!!! Is the first word that came to my mind after I finished listening to Bianco's "handsome devil!" I enjoyed the mix of instruments and fellow artists that Jim decided to use on this masterpiece of album. His voice alone could have carried this album to the cloud of greatness its resting on at this very moment, but because of the instruments he incorporated, it reaches to a whole other level. I believe that Jim Bianco has found his niche and should sitck with it, and eventually if people are smart they too will grab hold and enjoy him forever!
Talent ??? Tons !!!!!
author: MariaJim Bianco's music makes me smile ear to ear.
Makes you believe in artists of today
author: HeatherJim Bianco's music is both fresh, fun, and comedic. It keeps you wanting to hear the next verse waiting for the punt to show. It takes you back to the good ole days when you knew that when you bought a cd, the whole cd was gonna be good, not just one or two songs! It keeps the faith alive that there are good rock musicians out there still. Listen to this artist if you wanna laugh and dance to great music with amazing lyrics and intrumentals!
Jim's music is AWESOME and creative.
author: Donna DooleyHandsome Devil puts you in a great mood. I recently took the CD to play at a friends dinner party....EVERYONE loved it. They kept asking "Who is this?This is great" Great music for a wine/dinner party.
Wonderful, original, and creative Album! I really enjoyed it!
author: Tom SarloA wonderfully fresh and original album. I loved the lyrics to the songs as well as music. Reminded me of a Leonard Cohen feel and sound, in his more recent albumns. Jim Bianco is a very talented and creative artist.
Smashing!
author: Matt LinsinThis record is full of great musicians, and verbal imagery that grows on you with every listen. Cheers indeed Jim!
Easily the best new music in years!
author: Squid in BoulderThis disc is phenomenal. Starting out with the first track! Songs 6, 7, 8 are incredible with tune 8, More Hands, standing out as a beautiful love song in an album grooved with raw emotion and good old human being vices. Wow. Way cool. Get this quick!
His use of lyrics and verbile reality strikes home for me.
author: LJ KuryloThe songs strike mental thought like the lyrics of the Moody Blues but with more insight that help pull the generation togeather with great lyrics's and real good music.
Fabulous!
author: MaggieThis CD is a perfect blend of cool blues, and sultry tunes. Absolutely wonderful. This is a hot album
- author: Sam Wereb
Jim Bianco is the Howard Roark of indie music.
Down and dirtily good stuff.
author: Chris JohansonHandsome Devil rocks. Jim Bianco's second album surpasses the first, which is no mean feat. The lyrics are dirtier, the rythm, grungier. Catch his live shows, if you can. "The best that you can do" is the most radio ready, while "Tennesse Wedding" sizzles live. This album grinds. Horns, double bass, alto sax, accordions, piano, clean electric guitar, and nylon strings, plus JBs throaty lead all contribute to a remarkably fresh listening experience.
- author: Michael Madsen
Fantastic vocals, amazing lyrics, incredible music!! You need this CD in your collection. :-)
BUY THIS ALBUM NOW
author: Scott KolesYES! Handsome Devil provides a refreshing take on classic songwriting. Yet, these are songs for the modern age, placed in context by Bianco's uniquely magnetic and witty lyrics. Don't take my word, just listen to Tennessee Wedding for an amusing view into one of time's most cherished traditions.
This album is phenomenal!!
author: Quinn MurphyI was turned on to Jim through CD Baby by accident. I must say it's the best accident I have ever been in. This album is a phenomenal example of what good music should be. It has everything all "radio" and "trl" artists are lacking: talent. As soon as I heard about Handsome Devil, I ordered it right away. Artists like Jim are few and far between, but the mark they leave is huge. Congrats again on a phenomenal album, and I will do my part as a fan to spread the sound and style of greatness.
It's about time..
author: some other handsome devil...Being a fan of Jim's music for some time, i was (secretly) expecting a lot from him and this new album... All i can say is, it's about damn time... Finally, everything he's been (seemingly) moving toward musically has come together. The lyrics, composition, every last intimate production detail... All are simply amazing, and leave you drooling for more... My work entails listening to many artists, signed and unsigned, and this album is, honestly, one of the best i've heard in quite a long time... Congrats Jim, it's about damn time!!!
This much fun should be illegal
author: Ed WilmotBrilliant and raw, outstanding and quirky, awesome lyrics and get up and move sounds. This album reaches farther and harder into your mojo than most albums ever try to. Jim has crafted an album filled with emotion, intense musicality and an alternative sound for your next party.