Classic 8-bar blues, w/no lyrics or 'straight' melody: Could fairly be called an original instrumental, (but a good chance it's "Ain't Nobody's Business").
To re-affirm my 11-month-old post: Rarely does a day go by that I don't meet someone who's looking to see Chico's show. Informing them of his death is my least favorite job. There's still much sadness on the blues scene.
Chico Banks: Visitation, 7PM. Service 8PM. Wed 12/10. United Missonary Baptist Church, 4242 W Roosevelt Rd, Chicago... Our memory of Chico's joyous virtuoso guitar playing and friendly charisma will go on forever, as will sadness for his loss. His absence leaves a hole in the blues scene that will never be filled.
As a friend of Chico's, barely a day goes by without someone asking me: "When's Chico gonna play?", the hopeful look on their face turning to shock and sadness.
Yes, Gianluca, you were the sax on this set. It was a very tight, very bluesy show. I believe it was an indication that Chico was about to leave "fusion" aspects of his style behind & become the huge international blues star his fans knew he could be. Chico leaves us as a great success: He made his audience wait to the very end for the best shows he ever performed. We will always want more.
This clip doesn't necessarily reflect it, but Chico is a very talented and creative guitar player, very fun to watch and tremendous stage presence - a real warm gentleman as well....
I'm not sure what you mean by this clip not 'reflect(ing) it'. I've been to well over 100 shows featuring Chico on guitar, and find this to be an accurate example of his playing.
I remember Chico,
We were sitting @ Rosa's watching Melvin Taylor play and Chico said if he was a female I would F____ him. We both busted up.
WayneB06 4 months ago
Does anyone know this song?
Gaucho000 3 years ago
Classic 8-bar blues, w/no lyrics or 'straight' melody: Could fairly be called an original instrumental, (but a good chance it's "Ain't Nobody's Business").
lazur1 3 years ago
To re-affirm my 11-month-old post: Rarely does a day go by that I don't meet someone who's looking to see Chico's show. Informing them of his death is my least favorite job. There's still much sadness on the blues scene.
lazur1 2 years ago
I am so sad to hear he passed away the other day I had hoped to share the stage with him sometime.
peace
WayneB06 3 years ago
Chico Banks: Visitation, 7PM. Service 8PM. Wed 12/10. United Missonary Baptist Church, 4242 W Roosevelt Rd, Chicago... Our memory of Chico's joyous virtuoso guitar playing and friendly charisma will go on forever, as will sadness for his loss. His absence leaves a hole in the blues scene that will never be filled.
lazur1 3 years ago
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baronesharade 3 years ago
That is terrible news. We were planning a visit to BLUES to see him there this month. He will be missed.
sitelogic 3 years ago
As a friend of Chico's, barely a day goes by without someone asking me: "When's Chico gonna play?", the hopeful look on their face turning to shock and sadness.
lazur1 3 years ago
He protected and served the groove as Shad Harris would say. I'm gonna miss you lightening bolt, but I'll see you again!
firekitty65 3 years ago
What a sweet man, a great player. Missed by many.
pnebenzahl 3 years ago
Yes, RIP Chico....and we lost Odetta yesterday, too.
Jeniphish 3 years ago
I heard today that Chico passed away on the December 2nd. God bless Chico Banks. I will miss him as a friend and fellow musician.
7732519475 3 years ago
I saw him last month in Chicago for the first time. WOW!!!!! I fell in love with Blues music. His Sax player was the best I have ever heard anywhere.
cvtpd 3 years ago
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baronesharade 3 years ago
Yes, Gianluca, you were the sax on this set. It was a very tight, very bluesy show. I believe it was an indication that Chico was about to leave "fusion" aspects of his style behind & become the huge international blues star his fans knew he could be. Chico leaves us as a great success: He made his audience wait to the very end for the best shows he ever performed. We will always want more.
lazur1 3 years ago
Straight up CHicago BLues Yall!!! I love it!!
chilledvoodoo 3 years ago
Awesome guitarist. I love the emotion he puts in to his playing.
xaint1153 4 years ago
This clip doesn't necessarily reflect it, but Chico is a very talented and creative guitar player, very fun to watch and tremendous stage presence - a real warm gentleman as well....
guymath 5 years ago
I'm not sure what you mean by this clip not 'reflect(ing) it'. I've been to well over 100 shows featuring Chico on guitar, and find this to be an accurate example of his playing.
lazur1 5 years ago