“Home Base: Shenandoah Valley, Virginia

“Storyville Balladeerin’ Dixie Boxcar Ridin’ Funeral Stompin’ Tearjerk Moanin’ Frolic Jumpin’ Moonshine Hollerin’ Roots Music!”

That’s how the uncommonly talented Diablo Dimes self-describes the sound that he and his Dixie Deacons bring from deep within the belly of the Shenandoah Valley. And while that description does it some justice, the inspired, gravel-voiced troubadour’s sound truly must be heard to be properly understood (or really, properly felt).

He’s brought his fresh, deep, primitive vision of the Americana aesthetic to stages and dives all across the country, warming up crowds for the likes of the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Yard Dogs Road Show, and Jane’s Addiction.

Now, the Blues & Jazz Fest crowd gets a chance to experience raw, impassioned music – for which many only wish they had the muse. – Ryan Smith

RIYL: Scott H. Biram, Tom Waits, Pokey LaFarge – Ryan Smith, Erie Reader (Aug 01, 2016)