Duke Robillard’s 1999 album, New Blues for Modern Man, displays the singer/guitarist’s skill at integrating all styles of blues, rock, and soul into his own unique sound. This set of originals ranges from Gulf Coast blues to New Orleans party rock to Chicago shuffles to soulful ballads. His debut for Shanachie Records, New Blues for Modern Man displays the goods that keep Robillard sounding fresh and vital. – Heather Phares