Bluesmoose meets Emanuel Casablanca - Interview 6 oktober 2023
Emanuel Casablanca is an ideal example of an artist who possesses the ability, ingenuity and the passion that drives him to succeed.
The Brooklyn-based multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, painter, and actor released his debut LP, Blood on My Hands, in August 2022. The album that featured many notable musicians including, Grammy Nominated musician Eric Gales, world renowned guitarist Paul Gilbert, Blues Music Award Winner Albert Castiglia, Grammy Award Winner and Blues Music Award Winner Jimmy Carpenter, Blues Music Award Nominee Kat Riggins and more.
Blood On My Hands offers an opportunity for him to shine in the spotlight, share his skills and allow his talents to advance to front and center. It’s an eloquent and expressive set of songs — some sixteen in all, each offering different sides of his persona and bringing his ideas and intents to the surface. “I made it a point with this album to try to explore the essence of an imperfect past,” Emanuel insists. “There are things that I’ve done that I’ve tried to repent for, and in exorcising those demons, I’ve made an attempt to come clean and reveal my true self, despite all the flaws and imperfections.” The was featured on RMR, IBBA and ABARAC music charts.
His sophomore album, Strung Out on Thrills, with a planned release date of January 2024, is currently underway. This record is solely blues/blues-rock based and truly owns the sound of minor blues. Several of his peers are featured on this album including Elliot Sharp and Blues Music Award Nominee Joanna Connor.
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