From across the pond comes a young lady with the licks, credentials and the savvy to play and sing the blues with the big boys.. I first listened to Joanne Shaw Taylor's debut release: "White Sugar", and was very impressed with what my ears told me. When I heard she was touring and was headed straight towards my Florida location, I made my mind up to go to the show. So a few months back I caught up to her at McWell's here south of downtown Orlando. I had my doubts about this blonde, petite young lady, I must admit. However, with the first few blistering notes of the set I was convinced. She covered the material from the first album and added a few covers and new material to boot. Joanne is extremely talented with her vintage telecaster and hit all the notes, even busting a string or two along the way. The verdict is in: This Lady can play the blues!.
