TERRY BLANKLEY: Money Talks

Terry Blankley

Money Talks

© 2007 Terry Blankley (634479475788)

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Jazzy,Sexy,Organ/Piano/very male vocal

tracks

1 Last Nations
2 La rue de skid
3 Squeegee Kids
4 I Can't Win
5 Down Home Girl
6 Lovin' State Of Mind
7 Money Talks
8 68 Pontiac
9 Blues Is Blues
10 Gig Blue
11 Lyna

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News Release:Currently holding down three top ten spots in the Australian Indie Jazz Charts,including the number one chart topper, "Money Talks"(from the DRMS Award nominated Blues Roots C.D. Money Talks)Terry Blankley is the epitome of a fine Canadian Artist/composer.
Nationally his compositions are featured on Fashion Television , as well as the new CBC series MPV which features the catchy"68 Pontiac".
A credit to his versatility, Terry B , is equally at home writing and performing a wide range of musical styles.
From Blues to Jazz,Cajun Funk to Country, to sizzlin Boogie Woogie , his piano and voice sing with an honesty and soul that only years of experience can bring.
Terry has paid his dues playing in the hallowed halls of the grand Old Opry,been one of the unsung heros in Nashville recording sessions,entertained in the hot spots of Las Vegas,and excited audiences in Ireland backing up Irish pop star Jamie Stone.
Currently you can catch Terry playing clubs ,Jazz and Blues Festivals ,and Corporate Events.Check his web site for up coming events at
All this experience ,a sincere love of music, and a "regular guy " attitude always make for a musically enjoyable Terry B experience.Whether vocally carresing the lyric of the Billie Holiday classic ,"Don't Explain" or growling out the Ray Charles Hit ,Hallelujah ,How I love her so",Terry B will grab your attention and lift your spirits.
In a world of manufactured ,packaged music,Terry Blankley is the "real deal", honest ,true and damn good.
Treat yourself ,go check him out ,I did, and if you are a booker or agent ,book him now, you will not be dissapointed.

President Malcolm Gale,, The Talent Group Inc of Las Vegas Nevada.

The Terry B3
Money Talks
(Independent)
www.terryblankley.com


If you were looking for it, you¹d be hard-pressed to find such a laid-back,
refreshing, original recording as this. Terry B (Blankley) is a local
war-horse ­ a long-time keyboard player and veteran of a bar scene that pays
little to entertain loyal patrons who expect a lot. Terry plays because he
wants to, however, as evidenced on this 11-track self-release. The good news
is, his thankless dedication to craft is immediately audible from the first
regal strains of the Band-like ³Last Nations², sounding not unlike a back
porch variation of ³The Weight². With a voice that sounds like a gnarled
cross between Springsteen and Tom Waits ­ sometimes garbled, always gruff,
Blankley is blessed with a world-weary quality that underlines his
experience. Equal parts jazz and blues, 11 original tracks include
highlights like ³I Can¹t Win² ­ featuring killer B3, tasteful piano and some
well-placed guitar (Bobby Watson) for a blues ballad that¹s laidback without
being lounge. ³Blues is Blues² is, likewise, a high mark for its
authoritative touches, lush B3, and real-world message. ³Gig Blues² offsets
straight blues with the band¹s Steely Dan-esque jazz groove as Blankley¹s
voice assumes a hint of Ray Materick. Pity the package doesn¹t look like
much ­ because the contents are a welcome surprise revealing an earnest road
warrior bursting with confidence and ripe with original talent.

­ Eric Thom
EXCLAIM




The Terry B3 at Chicago's

Had to pick me the Georgia font for this one! I had the pleasure of enjoying "The Terry B3" at Chicago's Diner tonight. How often do you really get to hear an accomplished group of veteran professionals lay out an eclectic mix of jazzy bluesy tales and tunes like these cats can lay down? Not effin often enough!!! Terry Blankley has recruited one of his legendary buddies,"Uncle" Bobby Watson to be the Memphis guitar sound and voice in harmony and counterpoint to Terry's growling Dr.John-like/Tom Wait-ish whiskey vocals and N'awlins keyboards,accentuated by Chris Lingard's faultless percussion to stir up a heapin' helpin' of Jambalay-shwa with a side order of really tasty cover tunes. Do yourself a favour and don't miss them again.Meanwhile,go to http://www.terryblankley.com/ and his myspace link to get an appetizer. You may not realize what this place has to offer.Check out http://www.chicagosdiner.ca/ for their calendar of live bands.While you're at it, look into http://www.durhamregionmusicsociety.ca/ ....See Ya!!!!

Posted by Howard Stacey at 3:06 AM 0 comments

From Canada, another album - "Money Talks" - by pianist Terry Blankley, rootetoot Records, the band is The Terry B3.
This name is completely unknown here, so I'm really pleased that Terry Blankley has sent me the new material. He did it to promote it in the "Rock-Oko" show as well as this music portal.
Let me say I was quite pleasantly surprised; I have to admit I had never heard from the band or the pianist Terry Blankley in some time, today he is a musician and producer of some stature in his environment. He is a great support to many still unknown musicians, and his charismatic talent is a motivation to new band. I have to wonder what Terry and his music sound live - it must be a really special experience.
The complexity of his music requires supreme technique and inspiration. The band breaths as one, as that's the only way they can sound the way they do: each piece is well structured, strong, technically flawless, rhythmically precise, technically simple and perfectly presented.
The Terry B3 are
Terry Blankley - keyboard, vocals
John Meydam - drums
Bobby Watson - guitar
Guests:
Buster Fykes - guitar, banjo
Al Matthews - solo and rhythm guitar
Mario Panacci - rhythm guitar
The band, with a little help from their guests, has recorded an album which must be of interest to each blues and jazz fan. "Money Talks" is a fusion of many musical styles, and the best pieces are the ones where they got the blend just right.
Recommendation:
This album is for blues fans. Because of its complexity it sounds difficult at first listening but all it requires is a little concentration and attention and you are rewarded with richness of detail. Money Talks is a really refreshing collage and a harmonious whole.
Author: Mladen Lonc(ar http://www.soundguardian.com

The Australian Indie Radio Charts
JAZZ dec 20 07
1. Money Talks - Terry Blankley
2. Lyna - Terry Blankley
3. Weaver - Alan Ichiyasu
4. That Aint No Way - rad
5. A Night In Tunisia - Pat Powell
6. The Fourth Man - Alan Ichiyasu
7. Mercy Mercy - Pat Powell
8. Down Home Girl - Terry Blankley
9. Allow Myself - Dan Balmer Gary Versace Matt Wilson
10. What I know about love (I learned from you) - N-Side

The first time I saw Terry Blankley perform was at a local Regional Music Association venue. I was there to support local talent. I was there to support fellow musicians- I was there for the music and nothing else. As I watched Terry and others on stage, I remember thinking how out of place Terry seemed. He was playing and singing as well as the others he shared the stage with but he didn't seem to be like them. He wasn't putting on a show, he didn't change his persona like the others. He was the same Terry I'd chatted with at the door when he hit me up for the $20 bucks admission fee.
Over the years, I've gotten to know Terry as a co-writer and producer and he is the real thing. As a singer/songwriter and entertainer, Terry is as talented as any I've come across.
He's not interested in persona or playing to impress - he's playing to stay alive and to keep his hopes for a better world alive. As you listen to this CD, think about the early Blues and Jazz players that played from the heart. Think about the guys that most don't know as "stars". Think about what "real" music is - an art form - unique sounds from a heart and soul. If you do that, you'll get Terry Blankley and his music.
Mario Panacci - Singer/Songwriter & President - Hoodwink Records Inc.

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  • CONGRATS
    author: BIG G

    Congrats Terry! 2007 Durham Region Music Awards Finalists- Male vocalist of the year..... George Olliver..Terry Blankley..Wayne Montgomery Blues/Roots Recording of the year ......Jack de Keyzer..Terry Blankley..Lou DeAdder

  • Good variety and some great playing.
    author: Mike Angelo

    The cd has a good mix of songs. A little fun, some heartache and a good dose of the blues. Classic Blankley piano work, accompanied by some fine musicians for sure.

  • Terry B3 - Money Talks Review - translated from Dutch & best guess
    author: Freddy Celis - Rootstime - April 2007 reviews under Terry Blankl

    In comparison with Terry’s First CD “The Blues Daddy” we see clearly evolution in 2 areas, the pre-recordings sound smooth, clearly more studio work means the "almost live" sound is now less present. Second evolution is the song work of Terry, his voice still sounds rough, but Terry's singing is less forced and normal, whereas on the first CD his voice was more raunchy, the change results in a quiet, more relaxed CD. Blues still plays the lead role, but jazzy sounds are gaining ground which is not surprising because keyboards lend themselves well to jazzy blues arrangements. To me, the CD starts with a beautiful song "Last Nations" and this is its own song, which I can only describe as: Springsteen meets Dylan, the number has something of Dylan quality and Terry's voice sounds like Springsteen’s. "Squeegee kids", an almost spoken jazzy song is very beautiful with nice piano work by Terry. In some of the songs I hear subtle influences of Steely Dan and sometimes the Rhythm Kings. All numbers are originals written by Terry and his friends. The exception is the CD Title song "Money talks”, which was written by Terry’s friend and harp player Steven C.Barr. My favorite song on this CD is "68 Pontiac where the resemblance with Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings is striking. We also think this is a song Springsteen might have done. The CD ends with a song called "Lyna” and again we think of Springsteen. Lyna is a beautiful ballad and Terry Blankley composition. Canada proves to be a surprise in this week’s CD reviews! (RON)

  • Money Talks #12 CIUT List- May 2007
    author: From Toronto Blues Society

    TOP BLUES: MAY 2007 Recommended listening selected by Ian Angus, host of the Let the Good Times Roll, Thursdays 3pm-5pm, on CIUT 89.5-FM, Toronto. 1. Fathead: Building Full of Blues (Electro-Fi)* 2. Downchild: Live at the Palais Royale (Linus)* 3. Son Roberts Band: You Don't Know Yet (Independent)* 4. Michael Powers: Prodigal Son (Baryon) 5. Ruthie Foster: The Phenomenal Ruthie Foster (Blue Corn) 6. The Blue Voodoo: Back to the Shack (Independent)* 7. Cephas & Wiggins: Shoulder to Shoulder (Alligator) 8. Phillip Walker: Going Back Home (Delta Groove) 9. John Mayall: In the Palace of the King (Eagle) 10. Fruteland Jackson: Tell Me What You Say (Electro-Fi) 11. Shakura S'Aida: Blueprint (Independent)* 12. The Terry B3: Money Talks (Independent)* 13. Kenny Wayne Shepherd: 10 Days out (Reprise) 14. Guitar Shorty: We The People (Alligator) 15. Doug Cox & Salil Bhatt: Slide to Freedom (NorthernBlues)* 16. Paul James Band: Lost in the Blues (Independent)* 17. Various: Saturday Night Blues 20 Years (CBC)* 18. Siegal-Schwall Band: Flash Forward (Alligator) 19. Frank Coldwasser: Bluju (Delta Groove) 20. Watermelon Slim & the Workers: The Wheel Man (NorthernBlues) * Canadian artist

  • Money Talks on Canadian Radio - Airplay Summary April 2007
    author: Mario Panacci - President- Hoodwink Records Inc.

    Money Talks Airplay: Thanks to all that have played cuts from our CD - Al Kirkcaldy 97.2 FM Trent Radio, Ian Angus CIUT 89.5 FM, Johnny Max - AM1430, Danny Marks Jazz.FM91, Blues Doctor Julie Hill - CKLN, Max Trax - Peter Silversides -

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