That's Shor-Nay

That's Shor-Nay

Editorial Reviews
<"b000008t4v5020"> Geoffrey Himes, Columbia Flyer, July 1995
“That’s Shor-nay... marks him as a major blues guitarist in the local tradition of Tom Principato, Jimmy Thackery and Rick Serfas. ”

<"b000008t4v3899"> From the Artist
Some of the originals were in the wings for years and some won songwriting awards. I'm please with the performance of the players and Tommy Lepson's vocals and B-3 organ work. Susan Munson also contributed her own stylistic vocals to the project. I'm very proud of Danny Beirne's solo in Piece of Your Smile and Not For You to Say (inst.) There is a lot of tradition and history with the players on this CD. It was great working with them. The CD has a rootsy sound but not quite traditional... read more

<"b000008t4v4999"> Album Description
Rich Chorné cut his teeth on the real thing, playing with Texas blues legend Long John Hunter and opening for Z Z Top in the 70’s. His long awaited debut album “That’s Shor-nay” not only explains how to pronounce his name but also marks him as a major guitarist,songwriter, and producer. Critics compare his guitar style to those of Washington area’s Jimmy Thackery and Tom Principato. Representative of Rich’s roots, this CD presents many surprises with latin, R&B, and soul rhythms while maintaining the blues feeling throughout. Rich’s songwriting has earned regional and national recognition and this CD realizes 9 of 11 songs as his own. The performances are graced by regional hitmen to the likes of Tommy Lepson on vocals and B3 organ, Jay Turner on bass and Danny Beirne on piano. “That’s Shor-Nay” firmly establishes Rich Chorné’s mature and identifiable sound.