Chaz DePaolo

     Chaz DePaolo has just released his 4th full-length cd entitled "Bluestopia" showing off his performance in a very "Electric Style of Blues." To a growing extent, NY Area guitarist and songwriter Chaz DePaolo is becoming an internationally acclaimed artist. He has toured and continues to tour extensively throughout the US, Canada and Europe. 

     Chaz has performed on stage with Commander Cody, Bernard Purdie, Buddy Miles, Jose Feliciano, Harvey Brooks, Blue Lou Marini, Stir Fry, Brian Downey, Pete Brown, Monster Mike Welch, Vince Converse, and the legendary David Maxwell, Steve Phillips of The Notting Hillbilies, as well as the Grammy nominated Reese Project. Chaz has also fronted the original Groundhogs Rhythm Section consisting of Ken Pustelnik and Pete Cruickshank. The "Hogs" have recorded with John Lee Hooker and have backed Little Walter and Jimmy Reed. 

     Chaz performs 150 or more dates a year in the Unites States and abroad. He has been featured on US national television on "FOX AND FRIENDS," as well as on the prestigious BBC network in England. UK'S Blues Matters magizine's Feb/Mar 2006 issue stated that "this man can really develop into one of the most exciting talents in 21st century electric blues music." Chaz's latest CD Bluestopia, is receiving excellent reviews, and the recording of his newest upcoming release "Serendipity" will keep him very busy. 

     These projects follow in the footsteps of his last release "Flirtin With The Blues." This was Chaz's first full length Blues CD and has received very favorable reviews in the US and overseas. Chaz was featured at The Tribute to Jimi Hendrix in NYC in November 2006 and in 2007 shared bills with Dr John, Jack Cassidy, Chuck Rainey, Teri Reid, Johnny Winter, Larry Coryell, Leon Hendrix, Cornell Dupree, and Buddy Miles. He has opened for such Blues Giants as Hubert Sumlin and Buddy Guy as well as Commander Cody, The Subdudes and The New Riders' Of The Purple Sage. Chaz has also recorded with The original Groundhogs Rhythm section. Chaz and the "Hogs" section recorded a self-penned track called "Cadillac Baby" that was released in 2005 on 95 North Records compilation called "Fins,Chrome And The Open Road - A Tribute To The Cadillac." This CD contained also tracks from Maria Muldaur, Charlie Musselwhite, Monster Mike Welch, Kim Wilson, Rosie Flores, Rory Block, and the late Little Milton. A line up of Blues luminaries which further cements Chaz's credibility as a Bluesman of note. Wicked Instruments of Greenfield Park, Quebec, Canada has released the limited edition "Chaz DePaolo" signature model guitar. Chaz worked very closely with designer and owner Nicholas Dijkman to craft a "superb instrument." A beautiful hollow body cutaway with hand made Lollar P 90 pickups and other true vintage appointments such as neck radius and fret wire. 

As always, Chaz looks forward to another great year of touring and recording. 

Sound Clips:
	Look At That Girl	[ MP3 ]
	Slideadelica (Featuring Jason Ricci)	[ MP3 ]
	Flirtin' With The Blues	[ MP3 ]
	Sunday Mornin' Blues	[ MP3 ]
	I Only Need A Little	[ MP3 ]

Chaz DePaolo - Bluestopia Style: Blues Chaz DePaolo has come into his own and really shines on his latest recording, “Bluestopia,” his fourth release, featuring 6 original songs and 3 scorching covers. Chaz DePaolo has persevered through the disappointments and rejections of life which is the blues, and brings his experience to you on “Bluestopia.” Guest artists David Maxwell on piano and Jason Ricci and harp help to bring it home for a blistering set of blues based not only in New York blues traditions, but also with influences in Chicago and the Mississippi Delta. Catalog #4517 (Released May 18, 2010)

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