Old Blue Moses
Everything you wanted to know about Old Blue Moses set list but were afraid to ask!! "So what sort of stuff do you play then??".If we had a quid for every time that was said prior to a booking or gig we would be on the Sunday Times Top Rich Sods List. So in a vain attempt to divert your attention for a few mind numbingly crazy Internet moments here's a sample of the kind of things you're likely to hear. Remember though our set changes to suit mood and event (and occasionally when one of us just can't remember for a New York minute what key that numbers in!). They are not so much covers as re-arrangements splattered with some original material. Its all Blues-Rock based and derives from the material we all grew up with.
If you have a few favourites of your own (or if you are a writer who would like some of your songs played) email us here with your suggestions.
The Set List Tour De Force
 White Room (Pete Brown/Jack Bruce). When Jack Bruce was joined by Clapton and Ginger Baker they created what was to become one of the most fascinating Blues Jazz fusion bands the world had ever seen. Played live, Cream drove this Jazz/Blues mix to the limit. As a three-piece band it was stunning, with an nine piece its awesome, ending with a belting lead guitar instrumental.The Letter (W.C.Thompson) OBM owe their arrangement of this song to Joe Cocker and Leon Russell from the days of "Mad Dogs and Englishman" rather than the passive version that hit the charts in the 60's via The Boxtops. It's gutsy and is a good example of what can be properly described as R & B (That's real R&B, not the pants that today claims to be the pretender to the throne.)
Devils Highway (Old Blue Moses) OBM's tribute to the blues masters. One reviewer described this as "First Class". A standard 12 bar with added punch and a blasting keyboard solo.
Six Days On The Road (C. Montgomery/E.Greene) Taj Mahal (The Blues/Jazz/R&B Master, in
 my humble opinion, not the well known building in India) took this into the charts in the late sixties. Its an up tempo rock and roller to which OBM have injected some cracking sax breaks.Cocaine (J.J.Cale) Mr Cale's version of this anti drugs lament was, not surprisingly, somewhat more laid back than this, it being a cathartic experience for him. We just do what we do best by giving it some wellie!
 Hey Joe (Hendrix) This song has been rediscovered by many and introduced to a new generation at long last. Its driving rhythm and lead guitar breaks give it a both soulful and aggressive edge.Key To The Highway (Big Bill Bronzy) A Classic blues number, often, of course associated with Mr Clapton (but then what isn't!). We don't stray far from that particular version but do try to give it back that gutsy traditional blues feel.
I Need Your Love (Little Willie John) Another classic made famous by Peter Green's Fleetwood Mac way back when. Instantly recognisable and probably one of the most angst ridden love songs ever. Some excellent lead and sax combined with a soulful vocal is the trademark of the OBM version.
Cut Across Shorty (Eddie Cochran). This is an addictive brew of country rock, which departs from the blues roots but somehow fits with the OBM wall of sound that is our trademark. Rod Stewart did this to great effect on his unplugged album. Atmosphric riffs and yet a real stomper.
Lonesome Day Blues (Dylan) No set could ever go without a Dylan number, after all he wrote
 the rulebook. Lonesome Day is taken from his "Love and Theft" album, chocked full of 12 bar derivatives. Lonesome Day is probably the most dramatic interpretation of the blues genre. As always we've given it our barnstorming feel, played live it's an audience favourite.Sweet Virginia (Jagger/Richards) When we go for the Stones it's never the most obvious of numbers. Sweet Virginia was written during the down south Americana period, ol good time boys on drugs. Acoustic driven powerful stuff.
 Lets Work Together (Canned Heat) Possibly one of the greatest stomp blues bands of their time and an excellent all out number which gets everybody going.Sunshine Of Your Love (Bruce) A prolific writer and still is, Jack Bruce's driving bass rhythms move this monster of a song along at a hell of a pace. A strange Blues Jazz Rock mix that's as memorable as it is powerful.
Drifting Blues (Traditional arrangement Old Blue Moses) One of the wondrous things about the blues is the songs timelessness. No matter how many times you hear a song you never tire of them. Primarily that's because you can take the blues and bend it whatever way you like, which is just as well because that's exactly what OBM does with everything. Drifting is a wonderful example of the simple 12 bar genre that every guitarist grows up on,but few perfect the art.
Stormy Monday (T-Bone Walker) I've heard this song since I was a child played as trad jazz and then remarkably transformed by The Allman Brothers in the 70's. We've tried to cross the Blues Jazz path with this and I think succeeded really well. Stormy is a moody lament and features some excellent keyboard and sax work, not to mention some soulful vocals from our very own Tracy Murphie.
 Honky Tonk Women (Jagger/Richards) Ok I lied, occasionally we do a few of their well-known number and this is hard to resist. We pull this one out of the hat simply to cajole the secret Mick Jagger lurking inside every male member of the audience. At the sound of the first cowbell strut your stuff!Bad Woman Baby (Terry McCarthy/Old Blue Moses) Terry was our first bassist and much loved friend, if it sounds like I'm talking about another dead bloke you'd be wrong, he just left the band to go off and do more creative things luvvie! Before he left however he came up with a classic blues number that had a pot shot at relationships driven by mean spirited women. Ok,um,yes, it's probably about his ex missus! It's funny, gritty and a real blues performance number.
 Slippin Out (La Selle) One of the bands favourites. A classic blues number, but re-arranged a la Buddy Guy. The rhythm section is as tight as a ducks in this number. With a Radio Mic it's also a chance to attack the audience.Gimme Some Lovin (Winwood) It seems that no set would ever be complete without a Steve Winwood number somewhere. Ours is no exception. Written when he was just 16 years old and performed by the long gone Spencer Davis Group it's almost become an anthem. Another Chance for Bass and Drums to shine and the rest of the band to shout a lot, great fun!
Before You Accuse Me (Bo Diddley) Another traditional blues number that's been re worked
 and up paced to give it a blues-rock gutsy feel. Like most blues numbers the lyrics (if you ever listen to them) recount the experience of being dropped in the shite by a woman, the blues masters know a thing or two about that. Im not saying anything,I just sing em.Empty Glass (Ron Hall/Old Blue Moses) It has to be said if given the chance we do like to venture into the country rock world. This little ditty arose from the experiences of a friend of ours who plays the local circuit (I'll spare his blushes,for the time being!). It's a raunchy rhythm driven song with a catchy hook,and it's all home grown! Eat yer heart out Mr Springsteen.
Dead Flowers (Jagger/Richard) If you have never heard the Stones "Stripped"album, now's the time to go get it. By my reckoning it is one of their best, simply because they go back to basics and you can hear their skill upfront. Dead Flowers is an ode to all those you wished you'd never met. The song is a country blues cross with rock and roll, very infectious and very popular with live audiences.
Knockin On Heavens Door (Dylan) This well known Dylan number has regained popularity recently thanks to some clever re-working (Rise by Gabrielle), but our version remains close to the original overlayed with the Claptonite guitar of Mr Mick Fingers Brennan, our lead guitarist. Audiences just love singing this song, so we tend to just give them chance to join in.
House Of The Rising Sun (Traditional Arrangement Old Blue Moses) There are few who cannot recount the first two lines of this number. But you probably won't have heard a version of it quite like this. That's a promise,just come and listen!
Hoochie Coochie Man (Willie Dixon) This traditional blues number has become OBM's closing
 anthem. It's a classic and no matter how many times we play it we just love it, and judging by the audience's reaction to it so do they. Nuff said Guv!Well, that's the tour de force over for now. Our set constantly changes, and in any case is never fixed. If you have a song, original or a favourite why not email us HERE with your suggestions
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