Old Piano Blues is a labor of love by Dave and longtime musical collaborator and friend drummer/producer Lorne Entress. Through years of performing together Lorne and Dave envisioned a blues record with both great musical and sonic depth. They gathered some of the finest musicians in the world to contribute to this very special project. Great attention was given to the song selection and compositions, the “old” instruments utilized, the recording, mixing and mastering techniques and much more. Dave and Lorne are very proud of the deep soulful blues sonic ear candy yielded by their efforts. 

Having performed with some of the greatest blues artists of all time they dug deep into the well of artistry they have been immersed in for decades. This allowed them to access the soul story that can only be expressed through the art of the blues. We hope you enjoy the sonic and artistic detail found in Old Piano Blues. 

Dave chose Dimension Sound in Jamaica Plain MA to record after having done some sessions there. He was impressed by the 150 year old Kimball upright that is meticulously maintained and highly playable. Also an 85 key Steinway grand from the 1800’s with a huge, deep yet bright sound was equally attractive. Lorne played his vintage Ludwig kit and Kevin a vintage Kay and Tele guitars. 

The basic tracks and some of the vocals were recorded by Joe Stewart and Dimension Sound. Additional vocals, guitars and organ at Harmony Street Studio by Lorne Entress. Odra  Lee vocal recorded by Chris Horvath at The Cactus Tree Motel

Lorne Entress - Producer / Drummer

Musical cohorts for years, Lorne and Dave’s friendship began in the early 90s when Lorne was musical director for blues Singer Mighty Sam McClain. From there they would team up on many projects, including playing together in Ronnie Earl and the Broadcasters for over a decade. Lorne is equally at home performing live or in the studio, producing records for such varied artists as Lori McKenna, Mark Erelli, and Ronnie Earl, and drumming for Big Al Anderson, Junior Wells, Freedy Johnston, Susan Tedeschi, and Mary Chapin Carpenter to name just a few. He’s also mixed tracks that featured luminaries such as Sheryl Crow, Tom Jones, Stephen Stills, and Betty Levette. He operates a recording studio in Tolland CT named Harmony St.

Kevin Barry - Guitar

A longtime collaborator of Dave’s, Kevin is one of the world’s most sought after guitarists. Kevin is a deeply soulful player who has performed on guitars and lap steel with Roseanne Cash, Jackson Browne, Paula Cole, Mark Cohn, Mary Chapin Carpenter and many many more.

Marshall Wood - Bass

A Legendary bassist, Marshall has performed with countless luminary artists in the jazz and blues world including:  Anita O'Day, Monty Alexander, Tommy Flanagan, Dave McKenna, Ruby Braff, Scott Hamilton. For 12 years he was Tony Bennett's bassist and is featured on Bennett's Double Platinum Grammy Award winning album Duets II, Tony Bennett At 90, and his duet recordings with Lady GaGa; Cheek to Cheek and Love For Sale.

Ronnie Earl - Guitar

Four time Blues Music Award winning guitarist Ronnie Earl lends his genius to this record. Ronnie has performed with dozens or the greatest blues artists of the 20th century including Eric Clapton, BB King, Albert Collins, Jimmy Rogers, Etta James, Carlos Santana, and many many more. He has achieved well-deserved legendary status and has created over 30 albums under his name. One of the most lauded electric blues guitarists of all time Ronnie is known for his unparalleled soulful and rhythmic intensity.

Joe Stewart at Dimension Studios

ALSO FEATURED ON THE RECORD

Darcel Wilson

A vocal phenomenon, Darcel Wilson possesses an engaging sound that is powerful and expressive. Since the age of fifteen, she’s lent her talents to noteworthy projects.

She’s worked with Branford Marsalis, Paul Simon, Mark (Marky Mark) Wahlberg, Walter Beasley, Fatwall Jack, Brad Delp (lead singer of Boston,) Armsted Christian, Knickerbocker All Stars, Keith Robinson (with Metropolis,) and with Producer Dan Serafini

Odra Lee

A formidable vocalist and brilliant songwriter who has worked with well-known producers in Boston, Nashville, and Los Angeles. She has collaborated with Dave over the years on projects spanning all genres; they are currently working on a multi-level musical concept. 

Darrell Nulisch

The definition of a soul singer, two-time Grammy Award Nominee, Darrell was a key member of The James Cotton Band, founding member of Anson Funderburgh and the Rockets and member of Ronnie Earl and The Broadcasters. Nulisch’s repertoire incorporates soul combined with R&B and Chicago blues, redesigned to complement his distinctive vocals.

Alastair Moock 

Alastair Moock started performing in 1995, moving from his home outside New York City to the folk haven of Boston, Massachusetts. After working his way up through the local coffeehouse and club circuit, he began touring the U.S. and Europe, eventually graduating to renowned events like the Newport Folk Festival and Norway’s Bergen Music Fest and opening for national acts like Arlo Guthrie, Taj Mahal, Ramblin’ Jack Elliot, Bill Morrissey, and Greg Brown. In 2007 he was nominated for a Boston Music Award for Outstanding Singer-Songwriter of the Year. The Boston Globe called him “one of the town’s best and most adventurous songwriters” and The Washington Post declared “every song a gem.”

Brian Templeton

Brian Templeton has been a staple in the U.S. Blues scene for 35 years. As a Front Man, Harpman, Singer, Songwriter and Producer, Templeton has been a major contributor to the Blues world.

1990's - Lead Singer, songwriter and harpman for the Boston based band The Radio Kings two records were released by Memphis label Icehouse Records "It Aint Easy" (1994) and "Live At B.B. Kings" (1995). In 1997 "Money Road" was released on Rounder's Bullseye Blues label. Toured the U.S and Europe extensively. In 1992 he toured and recorded with Jerry Portnoy (Harmonica player for Muddy Waters & Eric Clapton)

2000's - As a solo artist he released "Home" in 2000 (produced by Monster Mike Welch) and "Bloozin" released in 2007 featuring an all star line up of Boston's best Bluesmen. Monster Mike Welch, Kid Bangham, Michael "Mudcat" Ward, Per Hanson, David Maxwell and Greg Piccolo.Templeton has played stages in Russia, Africa, Canada, Europe and Dubai and has also toured as singer and harp player with Otis Grand, Texas Blues guitar legend Sonny Rhodes and as vocalist for James Cotton.

2016 to Present - Front man, Vocalist, Harp-man and Songwriter for The Delta Generators. They just toured Europe in August 2024 playing festivals in France and Belgium

2018 to 2021 - Front man, Vocalist, Harp-man and Songwriter for The Proven Ones. Blues "supergroup" featuring Kid Ramos, Jimi Bott, Willie J. Campbell and Anthony Geraci. Two recordings released. 2019's "Wild Again" nominated for a Blues Foundation Music Award for "Best Contemporary Blues Album" and 2020's "You Aint Done" which hit #1 on the "Billboard" Blues chart. They performed on many major festivals in the U.S. Canada and Europe.

2022 - Co-Producer, Songwriter, Singer and Harp Player on Willie J. Campbell's record "Be Cool" Featured artists on the record included, Kim Wilson(Fabulous Thunderbirds), Joe Louis Walker, Sugar Ray Rayford, Janiva Magness, Anson Funderburgh and David Hidalgo (Los Lobos) to name a few.

2024 Produced “Faith” the latest release from Boston’s Queen of the Blues Toni Lynn Washington.

2025- Featured vocalist on Kid Ramos Gospel release “Strange Things Happening” on Nola Blue Records.

Anthony Houston

Dave & Lorne Entress in NYC around 2015 to perform with Ronnie Earl & The Broadcasters