Deslondes - Ways & MeansThe Deslondes are a five piece band from New Orleans. The band splits up songwriting and lead vocal duties among it's five members, continuing it's democratic ethos and musical versatility. Multiple members have released solo recordings between their sophomore release, Hurry Home (2016) and their latest release Ways & Means but throughout the time between albums the Deslondes continued to build on their inventive take on New Orleans country and R&B.

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Reboot is a collection of originals and covers that mark a fresh start for Foster who has whipped up an omnidirectional brew of Hammond Organ grooves that pay homage to the past but more often reflect Ronnie's restlessness for ushering in the new

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The tone could range from very serious ballads (examples on this 18 track CD include "Why Don't You Write Me" by the Jacks and "Goodnight My Love" by Jesse Belvin with a group behind him) to complete novelty items such as "Stranded In The Jungle" by the Cadets or "Guided Missiles" by the Cuff Links

but a combination of mediocre singing and fuzzy production makes the original somewhat tame

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Featuring singles like Self Destruct

The 36 songs included in this boxed-set - timeless pieces recorded between 1946 and 1958 - are evidence of an extraordinary career

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The personal relationships of a high school student in Rita on the Ropes

The following year he took an important step as confirmation of his success and wealth: he bought a house with workshop opposite the church of San Domenico

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