Chris Rea – Hofner Blue Notes – CD

“Hofner Blue Notes” is the nineteenth studio album by British singer-songwriter Chris Rea. Originally released in 2003 as a mail-order only album via Rea’s website, but was later made available in retail stores. The album is part of an instrumental jazz and blues series that also includes Rea’s 2005 album “Blue Street (Five Guitars)”. “Hofner Blue Notes” is a tribute to Rea’s most beloved instrument, the guitar. The album features Rea playing a variety of different guitars, including his signature Hofner V3. The music on the album is a mix of blues, jazz, and rock, and it showcases Rea’s virtuosic guitar playing. The album was well-received by critics, with many praising Rea’s guitar playing and the album’s intimacy. “Hofner Blue Notes” is a must-have for fans of Chris Rea and instrumental music.

1. Spy
2. Expectations
3. Hofner Blue Notes
4. Paris In Minneapolis
5. Sao Paulo Blue
6. What Became
7. Detroit
8. Goodnight Joe
9. Take the Mingus Train
10. Alone
11. Saudi Blue
12. Kestrel Avenue