In the post Stevie Ray era, it's easy to forget that the blues is about more than just instrumental prowess.  Heartfelt songwriting and passionate vocals are an essential part of the music.  Lisa Mann has a trumpet of a voice and her lyrics show she's earned her degree from the school of hard knocks. Hard Times Bad Decisions is one of the best new blues albums I've heard in a while.  I'm hoping I get a chance to catch Lisa Mann and her razor sharp band live some time......