Paul Sanchez

This CD captures the true flavor, feel, and culture of real New Orleanians.  John Boutte’ & Paul Sanchez make several references that only locals can understand on their latest collaboration together, Stew Called New Orleans.  Filled with acoustic guitar strumming and trumpet playing by Leroy Jones, these classic song writers take listeners on a story filled adventure of tales through the city including an amusing ‘oops my drink smudged your digits on a napkin’ in “Two-five-one,” and “Call Me Superstitious” referring to a little voodoo.  One of the most enjoyable tracks is the simple and soul searching honesty on “Hey God” featuring John Boutte’ on vocals, Paul Sanchez on guitar and Leroy Jones’ perfectly timed trumpet solo and accents.  Sanchez croons out a bluesy version of “I Thought I Heard Buddy Bolden Say,” and keeps the blues coming on “An Empty Chair.” The CD finishes with a classic “American Tune” by Paul Simon, completing this perfect local stew full of beautiful bites. Be sure to grab this one and enjoy throughout the warm summer days ahead as it screams NOLA love.