GA-20 – Volume 2
GA-20 – Volume 2
Format: CD – Digital
Label: Independent
Release: 2025
Release date: April 29, 2025
On the final track of their new EP ‘Volume 2,’ GA-20 takes on the cult R&B classic “I Don’t Mind.” Though written and best known by James Brown & The Famous Flames, GA-20 take their inspiration from the lesser known versions from The Who and MC5, dipping into the distortion and raw approach that has been a trademark of the band.
GA-20 is the musical brainchild of Matthew Stubbs, a 16-year veteran of legendary blues master Charlie Musselwhite’s touring band. Matt elevated his early love of Blues music with the hard-won experience and tutelage of Musselwhite and a host of Blues icons, including James Cotton and John Hammond. He formed the band in Boston in early 2018 and quickly drew a devoted following. With the help of their subsequent relentless tour schedule, GA-20 has thrilled both Blues lovers and many fans who had never heard traditional Blues.
“We’re proud to bring this sound to a new audience,” says Stubbs. “When people hear it, they get what we’re doing and they’re into it. It’s very important to us to make a personal connection,” he continues. “Blues is meant to be played live. It’s about telling stories. We love making records but performing live is even more important to us.” Accompanying Stubbs in this pursuit are the vocal and guitar powerhouse, Cody Nilsen, and drummer Joshua Kiggans. Both Cody and Josh have acclaimed histories in Boston as sought after session players and sidemen, with dynamic range both instrumentally and vocally. Their extensive backgrounds in traditional American music, including Blues, Country and Rock n Roll, bring a palpable dimension to GA-20’s already exhilarating approach to traditional Blues.
Website: https://ga20band.com/
Tracks:
01. Stranger Blues
02. I Love You, I Need You
03. Cryin’ & Pleadin’
04. I Don’t Mind