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Jontavious Willis - Spectacular Class

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Spectacular Class is a 2019 blues album by American singer, guitarist, and songwriter Jontavious Willis. Released by Kind of Blue Music, it contains ten songs written by Willis and draws on Delta, Piedmont, Texas, country, gospel, and acoustic blues traditions. Willis performs vocals and acoustic guitar, while Keb' Mo' served as producer and Taj Mahal as executive producer, giving the recording a documented connection to two established blues musicians. It suits listeners exploring contemporary recordings rooted in traditional blues forms.

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When was Jontavious Willis's Spectacular Class released?

Spectacular Class was released in 2018. It presents Jontavious Willis as an American acoustic blues artist working in a traditional Delta-blues direction.

What does Keb' Mo' have to do with Spectacular Class?

Veteran blues musician Keb' Mo' was involved as the album's producer. His participation helped frame Willis's 2018 record as a modern recording rooted in older acoustic blues traditions.

What style of blues does Spectacular Class draw from?

The album draws strongly from traditional Delta blues, including the stripped-back acoustic approach associated with early blues performers. It is focused on preserving that sound while presenting it through a contemporary artist.

Is Spectacular Class an electric blues-rock album?

It is better described as an acoustic blues album than a blues-rock release. The 2018 record emphasizes traditional Delta sounds and the songwriting and guitar-centered approach associated with Jontavious Willis.

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