The Watchman - GYPSY CARNS - Trailer Trash - August 2, 2008
By R. Scott Bolton
Those who don't think Christian rock can be edgy and raw need do no more than listen to Gypsy Carns' "The Watchman." This is a record that will make you a believer.
Heavily steeped in the spiritual, "The Watchman" plays a little like an older Ted Nugent release. The Detroit City Madman can get a little spiritual himself (think "Fred Bear") but Carns has got him beat with songs entitled "Sound the Trumpet," "Jerusalem in Ruins" "Pray for Love" and more. Carns has the same raw edge and heavy guitar sound that the Nuge puts to good effect, but Carns is a much better vocalist, almost in the old school bluesman style.
The songs are written with fat chords, bluesy solos and hooks that are sharp but not too sweet. Amazingly, the lyrics don't seem like you're being preached to (most of the time) but rather move the song along rather brilliantly. Those who don't want to hear the message behind the music really don't have to.
An irresistible listen throughout, "The Watchman" is highly recommended for everyone but especially fans of Christian rock with real bite.
Performing on "The Watchman" are: Gypsy Carns - guitars, dobro, harmonica, vocals; Joe Scheibelhoffer - drums; Sean O' Bryan Smith - bass; Greg Morrow - drums; Mike Brignardello - bass).
For more information, check out http://www.gypsycarns.com.
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NAMM Show
Gypsy attended and performed at the summer NAMM Show held in Nashville, Tennessee. He is pictured here with a unique guitar made by the Peavey Custom Shop for Jimmy Buffet. The guitar is shaped like a shark with a man's leg coming out the shark's mouth. Pictured in the background is Peavey's latest contribution to the instrument world the POWERSLIDE.
More than a lap steel, you can can play over the top, lap steel, or vertical like a normal guitar. It comes with the steel itself, a uniqely designed 3 point strap, slide bar, and gig bag for about $250.
More than a lap steel, you can can play over the top, lap steel, or vertical like a normal guitar. It comes with the steel itself, a uniqely designed 3 point strap, slide bar, and gig bag for about $250.
Peavey & The Grammies
Peavey Electronics celebrated along with NARAS and the Governor of Mississippi a night of The Blues with Mississippi artists. Favorite Grammy winners like Brandy, Mavis Staples, and Paul Overstreet performed along with Eddie Cotton who dazzeled the crowd with his incredible guitar and vocal renditions of BB King classics. Pictured are Gypsy and Peavey's Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Officer - Courtland Gray. Gypsy has been nominated for 2 Grammies as a writer for Best Contemporary Blues Recording and Best Traditional Blues Album.
Blues Artist Of The Year
This ain't no April Fools joke. The Blues Preacher was awarded "BLUES ARTIST OF THE YEAR" over the weekend in a ceremony held in Franklin, TN. The independent global music organization INDIEHEAVEN held their annual CIA SUMMIT and winners were announced for the MOMENTUM AWARDS.
Gypsy won the Blues category for his Blues Ministry and new CD The Watchman. Founder and CEO Keith Mohr stated: "GYPSY.. the real deal.. swamp blues right from the heart.. great music!!"
Gypsy won the Blues category for his Blues Ministry and new CD The Watchman. Founder and CEO Keith Mohr stated: "GYPSY.. the real deal.. swamp blues right from the heart.. great music!!"
Metal To Infinity
Check it out, this American veteran of Rock music walked already across numerous stages in 1963...yeah, you read this well! Percussion, vocal duties plus awesome guitar shreddings brought the man through all those years in a very comfortable position. He probably has crossed out ways with falls and stand up but totally respect is on my site for musicians like this.
Spreading the words of God, Gypsy Carns' solo career started back in 1992 but his first recordings dated from 1995. On the hunt for a record deal which he found by TTM Records, a solo album entitled "Prayin' Blues" saw the break of dawn and was everywhere well accepted. While the sun burned hot in 2000, it was time for a second release "Beale Street Swing" (Nightfly Records). Nearly 40 radio stations around the world gave this support by airplay so the name Gypsy Carns got more and more reputation and more albums were on the way!
"Revelation Blues", "G FoRcE", "Feel Good", "Raw Word", Gospel Train Coming" ( Tribute to Bues legends from the years '20 and '30),...several times rewarded for his great deliveries, Gypsy Carns kept on spreading the words of God no matter what it takes and the train rolled on and on passing by numerous holy places. Being a christian is not been spent on me but have aboslutely no problems with people that, however who feel attracted themselves by that! So far this short retrospection of Mr. Gypsy Carns long running, amazing career which is certain and in order not yet over and out.
Gypsy Carns' newest output "The Watchman" is unleashed in full glory. This is album number 8 and recommended for all those into Bleus Rock / Hard Rock and Southern Rock also. Due to i've never heard something from this rockin' preacher, it's an album that songs real good. The Spirit of 'Rock' is totally on and i can live with that. This is NOT a Metal album, instead GC delivers the goods with his own way of music. Strong voice, straight to the point with tone ladders very stable! Also armed with great guitar moves, dobro and harmonica using...all sounds like a mixture of Demon / Rory Gallagher and Blackfoot-Molly Hatchet to me.
Audiblely and quite unusual on "The Watchman" are two bass players and two drummers. Be sure these guys to know perfect where they are...a real good understanding among the musicians is remarkable...the spirit is on!! Maybe GC's music was more Gospel or Bluesy minded, to me "The Watchman" brings on a real good feel of Hard Rock music. Concerning the production of this work, you don't have to be afraid...it's just darn good! Twelve songs played and praised by this messenger of God, i'd like to recommend it all to worldwide rockers, blues magnets and bikers so follow your hearts and wheels and let the good times roll. Unite and have a blast! Contact president of TTM Records Tom Michaels to order at: trailertrashmusic@comcast.net MY POINTS: 82 / 100
Spreading the words of God, Gypsy Carns' solo career started back in 1992 but his first recordings dated from 1995. On the hunt for a record deal which he found by TTM Records, a solo album entitled "Prayin' Blues" saw the break of dawn and was everywhere well accepted. While the sun burned hot in 2000, it was time for a second release "Beale Street Swing" (Nightfly Records). Nearly 40 radio stations around the world gave this support by airplay so the name Gypsy Carns got more and more reputation and more albums were on the way!
"Revelation Blues", "G FoRcE", "Feel Good", "Raw Word", Gospel Train Coming" ( Tribute to Bues legends from the years '20 and '30),...several times rewarded for his great deliveries, Gypsy Carns kept on spreading the words of God no matter what it takes and the train rolled on and on passing by numerous holy places. Being a christian is not been spent on me but have aboslutely no problems with people that, however who feel attracted themselves by that! So far this short retrospection of Mr. Gypsy Carns long running, amazing career which is certain and in order not yet over and out.
Gypsy Carns' newest output "The Watchman" is unleashed in full glory. This is album number 8 and recommended for all those into Bleus Rock / Hard Rock and Southern Rock also. Due to i've never heard something from this rockin' preacher, it's an album that songs real good. The Spirit of 'Rock' is totally on and i can live with that. This is NOT a Metal album, instead GC delivers the goods with his own way of music. Strong voice, straight to the point with tone ladders very stable! Also armed with great guitar moves, dobro and harmonica using...all sounds like a mixture of Demon / Rory Gallagher and Blackfoot-Molly Hatchet to me.
Audiblely and quite unusual on "The Watchman" are two bass players and two drummers. Be sure these guys to know perfect where they are...a real good understanding among the musicians is remarkable...the spirit is on!! Maybe GC's music was more Gospel or Bluesy minded, to me "The Watchman" brings on a real good feel of Hard Rock music. Concerning the production of this work, you don't have to be afraid...it's just darn good! Twelve songs played and praised by this messenger of God, i'd like to recommend it all to worldwide rockers, blues magnets and bikers so follow your hearts and wheels and let the good times roll. Unite and have a blast! Contact president of TTM Records Tom Michaels to order at: trailertrashmusic@comcast.net MY POINTS: 82 / 100