Having recently released their debut CD It was a year ago this Monday the Licks are teasing their way through the midwest. The CD, featuring all-star guests from the current jamband kings - Umphreys Mcgee and Chicagos hottest soul-funk band Bumpus, is a fresh dose of sweet sounds and fiery passion.

Formed in 2003 with the stars and planets aligned, the Licks have taken Chicago by storm with their raw talent. Theyve set out to fill a niche in the JamBand scene that seemed to be lacking focus and soul. Blake Sereno, stolen from the Chicago theatre scene, brings his charisma and raw, unabated voice to the likes of Otis Redding, Stevie Wonder and Chris Robinson. Paul Losoff, a classical guitar prodigy turned reggae all-star, fulfills childhood echoes of Jimmy Page, Trey Anastasio and Eric Clapton. Backed by Tim Gavin, and Andy Sviatko, and Joe Van Der Bosch a rhythm section that Paul revitalized from their previous prog-rock days, the Licks bring forth a unique source of high energy, explosive soul rock and roll.

CLICK SONG TITLES FOR INFO AND COMMENTS: | Up Here (1) | Big Train (2)

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Big Train received the following comment: "Yes, agreed. I like the kick in the pants you deliver." -- (posted 06/24/06)

Big Train received the following comment: "more great stuff. gotta get this album!" -- (posted 06/24/06)

Up Here received the following comment: "great stuff" -- (posted 06/24/06)

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