"Wall Of Soul", the second studio disc from young, gifted blues/rock axeslinger Lance Lopez of Dallas, Texas, features 12 killer trax (62 minutes) of outstanding, powerful, intense, bad-ass, funky, bluesy, retro-70's Hend... more »rixy heavy guitar power trio rock of the highest order. On "Wall Of Soul" (his first disc for GROOVEYARD RECORDS, a new label dedicated to TOTAL GUITAR), Lance Lopez digs deep and produces an amazing set of awesome powerful bluesy heavy guitar riffage that is all his own and easily hits classic status. Lance Lopez is a true heavy guitar hero and riffmaster supreme. He also has an amazing powerful soulful voice that is the perfect match for his tough, bad-ass heavy guitar riffage. The "Wall Of Soul" disc is by far his finest hour and ultimate musical statement to date. In creating the music for the "Wall Of Soul" disc, Lance Lopez has found the ultimate rhythm section to round out his heavy power trio in the form of John Garvin on drums and Daniel Williams on bass. Two awesome players in their own rite who lay down the perfect foundation / groove for brother Lance to trip his awesome heavy guitar riffage upon. And as an added bonus, the "Wall Of Soul" disc features special guests and good musical brothers ERIC GALES and DOUG PINNICK (KING'S X) on several killer trax. Eric Gales co-produced and lends his mega-awesome rippin' Hendrixy heavy guitar riffage on 3 killer trax and Doug Pinnick sings lead vocals on the epic classic last track: "Time", an amazing deep nine minute musical document that features both Eric Gales and Doug Pinnick along with brother Lance. "Time" is the perfect way to wind-down this amazing disc. The "Wall Of Soul" disc also features two killer heavy bad-ass cover trax in the form of "Spanish CastleMagic" by Jimi Hendrix and "Shame The Devil", a way-kool obscure Robin Trower track. Brother Lance gets down hard and does musical justice on both trax. "Wall Of Soul" is an awesome heavy guitar disc that is HIGHLY recommended to fans of JIMI HENDRIX (long live the musical spirit of JIMI), ROBIN TROWER, FRANK MARINO, ERIC GALES,KING'S X, S.R.V., DOYLE BRAMHALL, EDDIE HAZEL, LENNY KRAVITZ (imagine Lenny Kravitz meets Hendrix!!!), STEVIE SALAS, RICHIE KOTZEN, JOE BONAMASSA, SKY HIGH and just about any other killer get-down rippin' blues/rock axeslingers you have ever heard. Lance Lopez is the "real" deal and he's definitely right up there with the best of them. Combining a kool youthful funky image with musical skills that are unparalleled in the genre, Lance has played guitar with Buddy Miles & Lucky Peterson, gigging regularly in and out of Texas with his trio. He has also done several tours of Europe, opening for such notables as B.B. King and Steve Vai. Lance Lopez has built up a solid reputation as one of the up and coming heavy guitar stars on the scene. The "Wall Of Soul" disc is the perfect platform for this rising young guitar star to step upon and reach the wider recognition and credit that he truly deserves. Never has there been a better time to take a musical trip with Lance Lopez on the "Wall Of Soul".« less
All Artists:Lance Lopez Title:Wall Of Soul Members Wishing: 3 Total Copies: 0 Label:Grooveyard Records Original Release Date: 1/1/2004 Release Date: 1/1/2004 Genre:Rock Style: Number of Discs: 1 SwapaCD Credits: 1 UPC:606041144224
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"Wall Of Soul", the second studio disc from young, gifted blues/rock axeslinger Lance Lopez of Dallas, Texas, features 12 killer trax (62 minutes) of outstanding, powerful, intense, bad-ass, funky, bluesy, retro-70's Hendrixy heavy guitar power trio rock of the highest order. On "Wall Of Soul" (his first disc for GROOVEYARD RECORDS, a new label dedicated to TOTAL GUITAR), Lance Lopez digs deep and produces an amazing set of awesome powerful bluesy heavy guitar riffage that is all his own and easily hits classic status. Lance Lopez is a true heavy guitar hero and riffmaster supreme. He also has an amazing powerful soulful voice that is the perfect match for his tough, bad-ass heavy guitar riffage. The "Wall Of Soul" disc is by far his finest hour and ultimate musical statement to date. In creating the music for the "Wall Of Soul" disc, Lance Lopez has found the ultimate rhythm section to round out his heavy power trio in the form of John Garvin on drums and Daniel Williams on bass. Two awesome players in their own rite who lay down the perfect foundation / groove for brother Lance to trip his awesome heavy guitar riffage upon. And as an added bonus, the "Wall Of Soul" disc features special guests and good musical brothers ERIC GALES and DOUG PINNICK (KING'S X) on several killer trax. Eric Gales co-produced and lends his mega-awesome rippin' Hendrixy heavy guitar riffage on 3 killer trax and Doug Pinnick sings lead vocals on the epic classic last track: "Time", an amazing deep nine minute musical document that features both Eric Gales and Doug Pinnick along with brother Lance. "Time" is the perfect way to wind-down this amazing disc. The "Wall Of Soul" disc also features two killer heavy bad-ass cover trax in the form of "Spanish CastleMagic" by Jimi Hendrix and "Shame The Devil", a way-kool obscure Robin Trower track. Brother Lance gets down hard and does musical justice on both trax. "Wall Of Soul" is an awesome heavy guitar disc that is HIGHLY recommended to fans of JIMI HENDRIX (long live the musical spirit of JIMI), ROBIN TROWER, FRANK MARINO, ERIC GALES,KING'S X, S.R.V., DOYLE BRAMHALL, EDDIE HAZEL, LENNY KRAVITZ (imagine Lenny Kravitz meets Hendrix!!!), STEVIE SALAS, RICHIE KOTZEN, JOE BONAMASSA, SKY HIGH and just about any other killer get-down rippin' blues/rock axeslingers you have ever heard. Lance Lopez is the "real" deal and he's definitely right up there with the best of them. Combining a kool youthful funky image with musical skills that are unparalleled in the genre, Lance has played guitar with Buddy Miles & Lucky Peterson, gigging regularly in and out of Texas with his trio. He has also done several tours of Europe, opening for such notables as B.B. King and Steve Vai. Lance Lopez has built up a solid reputation as one of the up and coming heavy guitar stars on the scene. The "Wall Of Soul" disc is the perfect platform for this rising young guitar star to step upon and reach the wider recognition and credit that he truly deserves. Never has there been a better time to take a musical trip with Lance Lopez on the "Wall Of Soul".
CD Reviews
Smokin'
Steve A | Somewhere In Rhode Island | 01/16/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This CD is smokin'...red hot. I'm tired of people cutting down good musicians. The same has happened to Frank Marino & Robin Trower back in the 70's...everybody's a critic. Lance Lopez rocks...flat out...and is a very talented guitarist in his own right. How many guitarist playing this style haven't borrowed from Hendrix...get over it!!! Hendrix was great but he's gone now...and it's time to start supporting up and coming artist like Lance & Joe Bonamassa...if not they will disappear...and we'll be forced to listen to the sterilized garbage the majors are putting out. Recommended to anyone who likes smokin'funky dirty metalized bluez rock...with blistering solo's."
Lance Lopez / Wall Of Soul Is The REAL Deal.
Joseph Romagnola | 01/26/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"The Lance Lopez: "Wall Of Soul" disc is killer beyond belief
and one of the better Hendrix-inspired blues/rock heavy guitar discs out there on the 3rd stone from the sun. Lance Lopez is one of the best new blues/rock axeslingers out there and he is right up there with the best of them. Obviously the last reviewer
Hans D. Harms has wax in his ears and he doesn't know what he's talking about with his ridiculous lame review. Obviously, he is a frustrated "hack" guitarist who doesn't know what time of day it is when it comes down to REAL guitar music, which is what the
Lance Lopez: "Wall Of Soul" disc is all about."
Best CD Of 2004, BAR NONE!
A. Hall | E. Northport, NY United States | 11/25/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"The guy in Missouri simply must be tone-deaf, or legally, an idiot. In which case, I hope he is getting the services he needs. There is not a bad song on this entire disc, and the guitar work, song structures, and vocals are stellar throughout. If you like your smokin' Hendrix, SRV, Trower, & Cream, mixed with a little dash of Earth, Wind & Fire, funkified with some gooey 70's urban gravy, and heavied up a la King's X, then this completely original artist is for you. "Alone In Love", "Didja", and "Cardboard Sign" should have you bouncing off the walls, while the blues ditty, "Quarter, Nickel, Or A Dime" is so tasty it hurts, with Lance imitating Howlin' Wolf and Eric Gales channeling John Lee Hooker. A great cover of "Spanish Castle Magic", and the surprise appearance of Doug Pinnick on the epic "Time" also add to the worthiness of the CD. BUY AT ALL COSTS! This disc will rule your player for months."
Rising Star!
Rev KM Williams | dallas, tx United States | 08/02/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I also Think the Review from aussie and the guy from Missouri is way off. This is Lance Lopez' BEST CD TO DATE. Great Songs. Lance vocals are strong and Clear;His guitar playing is out of sight;with Eric Gales contributing mighty to a few cuts. His Hendrix Covers both pay tribute to the original songs while at the same time gives it his own unique spin(much Like Stevie did with Voodoo Child). This a Great CD and fans Texas Blues Rock don't need to miss this one!"
Track Listings (12) - Disc #1