The Western Swing Authority - Big Deal

Styles: Jazz, Swing
Year: 2020
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 33:30
Size: 79,3 MB
Art: Front

(2:26) 1. Mississippi (feat. Jane Monheit)
(3:32) 2. Dance With Who Brung Ya (feat. Ray Benson)
(2:59) 3. Extraordinary (feat. Jason McCoy)
(2:49) 4. In the Middle of the Song (feat. Carolyn Martin)
(3:47) 5. Big Ball's in Cowtown
(3:44) 6. Big Deal (feat. Bruce Bouton & Buddy Spicher)
(4:06) 7. After the Leavin'
(3:14) 8. Swingin' from the Rafters
(2:45) 9. My Window Faces the South (feat. Jason Blaine)
(4:02) 10. This Old Bar

The Western Swing Authority is Canada's most recognized and awarded authentic Western Swing group. Made up of a collection of some of the country's finest touring and studio musicians, they came together to play the timeless style of music they love. Seamlessly combining stellar musicianship and vocals with traditional country and jazz standards and their own “new vintage” originals, they have created a sound that is truly their own.

WSA have been recognized with awards and nominations in both Canada and the United States and are reintroducing the Western Swing sound to an entire new generation of music lovers with every performance.

Recently, they caught the attention of a few of the music industry's most legendary icons, receiving an invitation to play a private party in Nashville in March of 2018 for none other than Garth Brooks and his manager Bob Doyle. In October 2019 the WSA released their 4th studio album, “BIG DEAL”, that includes guest appearances by 9x Grammy winner Ray Benson of Asleep at the Wheel, Grammy nominated Jazz sensation Jane Monheit, Canadian Country Stars George Canyon and Jason McCoy, along with many more amazing artists who have added their support and talent. https://grandmusiclive.com/wsa/

The Western Swing Authority is led by husband-and-wife duo Shane Guse (fiddle, vocals) and Stacey Lee Guse (vocals). The others are Ed "Pee Wee Charles" Ringwald (steel guitar), Dan Howlett (fiddle, vocals), Paul "Chappy" Chapman (guitar and vocals), Matthew Lima (standup bass) and Jimmy Boudreau (drums). https://www.therecord.com/entertainment/2018/12/20/western-swing-authority-s-big-deal.html

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The Western Swing Authority - Now Playing

Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 38:28
Size: 88.1 MB
Styles: Western Swing
Year: 2015
Art: Front

[2:32] 1. Sweet Harriet
[3:17] 2. One Of Us Is Lying
[2:21] 3. Swing Thing
[3:37] 4. Livin’ A Dream
[2:40] 5. Miss Molly
[2:29] 6. Old Dance Floor
[3:36] 7. Slow Boat To China
[3:58] 8. Rocket To The Moon
[2:01] 9. Bapadoodle
[2:55] 10. Cowtown Queen
[4:05] 11. Swingtime Lullaby
[4:51] 12. The Last Waltz

Paul Chapman/Guitarist, Vocalist; Shane Guse/Strings, Vocalist; Stacey Guse/Vocalist; Dan Howlett/Strings, Vocalist; Matthew Lima/Bassist; Ed Ringwald/Guitarist; Jim Boudreau/Drummer.

In Texas, Bob Wills is still the king. And so far, bands like The Time Jumpers and Asleep at the Wheel have been the big names spreading the gospel of Western Swing around the world. But Canadian supergroup, The Western Swing Authority has, for the past few years, been quietly been adding their name to the list of Western Swing greats. Not bad for a band from the town of Kitchener, Ontario.

The Western Swing Authority is a unique collaboration of some of Canadas top studio and touring musicians who share a common love for authentic Western Swing. A group of seasoned professionals whose individual bios include multiple Canadian Country Music Awards, Juno nominations, and resumes that span from Gordon Lightfoot, to Michelle Wright to George Canyon, to Kellylee Evans. Their self-titled, debut album arrived to critical acclaim, and brought their music to people all around the worldon over 100 radio stations in Canada, The United States, Australia, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, Scotland, Uruguay, Netherlands, Germany, England, New Zealand, Sweden, Austria, France, Denmark and Belgium!

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The Western Swing Authority - The Western Swing Authority

Styles: Country
Year: 2010
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 45:46
Size: 104,9 MB
Art: Front

(3:17)  1. Stay All Night
(4:06)  2. All of Me
(4:13)  3. Panhandle
(4:50)  4. Faded Love
(3:20)  5. Miles and Miles of Texas
(5:01)  6. Blues for Dixie
(2:58)  7. Leaving and Saying Goodbye
(5:05)  8. Honeysuckle Rose
(3:32)  9. Cherokee Maiden
(6:57) 10. Sweet Memories
(2:22) 11. Redwing

The Western Swing Authority is a unique collaboration of some of Canada’s top studio and touring musicians. Their common love of Western Swing and “new classic’ original songs pay homage to the roots of traditional music. Audiences agree that the fun they have onstage together is infectious. Their live shows are upbeat and the musicianship is top-level, making The Western Swing Authority a favourite with music lovers of all genres and ages. Though individually the members’ touring and recording credits are impressive, it is the sound that the band is creating as a whole that is garnering attention and recognition worldwide. Recently signed to eONE Music Canada, The Western Swing Authority’s third album, “NOW PLAYING” was brought to life this past Feb 2015. Fans all over the world, including Texas ( the birthplace of Western Swing) have revered the band’s fresh take on classics, and their original material alike. http://www.thewesternswingauthority.com/bio/

“As Merle Haggard brought the music of Bob Wills and Western Swing to a new generation of listeners, The Western Swing Authority is paying it forward not only by recording and performing these classics, but also writing new material proudly carrying on the style of traditional Western Swing music.”  “It’s impossible to listen to this record and not feel happy afterwards.” ~ Country Perspective

“A retro treat” ~ New Canadian Music

“Lush and fabulous. ” ~ Robert Oermann, Music Row Magazine

“Perhaps the finest album I have heard for some time” ~ Russell Hill Maverick Magazine

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The Western Swing Authority - Now Playing

Styles: Country
Year: 2015
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 38:19
Size: 88,6 MB
Art: Front

(2:32)  1. Sweet Harriet
(3:16)  2. One of Us Is Lying
(2:21)  3. Swing Thing
(3:37)  4. Livin’ a Dream
(2:40)  5. Miss Molly
(2:26)  6. Old Dance Floor
(3:34)  7. Slow Boat To China
(3:58)  8. Rocket To the Moon
(2:01)  9. Bapadoodle
(2:55) 10. Cowtown Queen
(4:03) 11. Swingtime Lullaby
(4:51) 12. The Last Waltz

Call it truth in advertising. The Western Swing Authority do, in fact, play western swing, and they do so with real authority. Comprising seven seasoned session and touring players, they have earned multiple CCMA and Juno nominations (they won a CCMA last year as Roots Group of the Year) and Stateside accolades for the authenticity of their sound. They're managed by biz veteran Randy Stark, and it's nice to see they've now signed to eOne for their new (third) album, Now Playing. Most of the tunes here are group originals, with fiddler/singer Shane Guse a key contributor. Notable outside co-writers include Jason McCoy and Jason Blaine, while they serve up a fine version of Colin James' "Rocket To The Moon". Lead vocalist Stacey Lee Guse has just the right clarity in her voice for this genre, and co-producer and engineer Jason Barry does a fine job of balancing the components. A retro treat. The WSA recently played at the Ameripolitan Music Awards in Austin. Check their site for upcoming gigs. http://www.newcanadianmusic.ca/releases/n/now-playing/the-western-swing-authority/2015-03-03

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