Create Records recording artist and internet sensation, Greg Koch made his Rick Beato YouTube debut earlier this week. Beato, who describes Koch as \u201cone of the most underrated guitarists on the scene,\u201d joins him for a deep dive into Koch\u2019s diverse guitar technique, which blends elements of rock, blues, jazz, and country.<\/p>\n
After joining the fan favorite and critically lauded Allman Betts Family Revival tour in December, Koch is making waves promoting his latest album Blues on Devon Allman\u2019s record label \u2013 Create Records. The new album has seen success hitting number 1 on both the Apple Music and Amazon Music blues charts.<\/p>\n
Greg Koch is a dynamic force in the blues guitar scene, celebrated for his exceptional versatility and illustrious career that spans over three decades. Mentored by the extraordinary keyboardist Junior Brantley, Koch honed his craft through duo gigs as a teenager and collaborated with legendary Milwaukee harmonica greats Jim Liban and Steve Cohen. He captured first prize in the 1989 Marshall Amplifier Bluesbreaker Guitar Showdown, judged by Buddy Guy, and has electrified audiences alongside icons like Lonnie Mack\u2014who dubbed him \u201cThe Guitar Player from Hell\u201d\u2014and the late Danny Gatton, who praised his talent without reservation. A defining moment came when the great Albert King gave him an enthusiastic thumbs up after a festival performance in Milwaukee.<\/p>\n
Now, with nearly two dozen albums and countless miles of touring under his belt, Koch has become a revered figure in the music world, particularly in the blues genre. His fans often ask which of his albums embodies the essence of the blues, a testament to the genre\u2019s foundational role in his work. In his latest solo album, Blues, he delivers an intimate homage to this great American art form. Partnering with Create Records, the indie label founded by fellow musician Devon Allman, Koch has curated a compilation showcasing the best of his 12-bar output, including two previously unreleased Muddy Waters covers that pay tribute to his influences. His journey into the blues began early, inspired by the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Muddy Waters, and the Kings\u2014Albert, B.B., and Freddie. A memorable encounter with Waters backstage solidified his path: \u201cI said, \u2018This is for me,\u2019\u201d recalls Koch.<\/p>\n
Blues features a collection of live recordings that capture the spontaneity of his guitar playing, with many tracks drawn from live performances and minimal studio overdubs. The album includes contributions from notable musicians such as Larry McCray and the iconic Memphis Horns, enhancing the two lead singles, \u201cCan\u2019t Be Satisfied\u201d and \u201cCan\u2019t Lose What You Never Had.\u201d Additional contributions include Toby Lee Marshall on keyboard and Greg\u2019s son Dylan on drums. With this album, Koch finally answers his fans\u2019 question: \u201cTo have this\u2014a strict, 12-bar blues record\u2014yes, I\u2019m ready,\u201d he says. \u201cI\u2019m really proud of this collection.\u201d<\/p>\n
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