Critics And Artists Praise Josh Charles 'Instant Classic' (Huffpo) Debut 'Love, Work, & Money' Out Now

New York, NY (Top40 Charts/ Shore Fire Media) - Josh Charles may have won the ultimate endorsement for a New Orleans style singer/pianist: that of New Orleans' great musical ambassador, blues/jazz legend Dr. John. Charles became a prote'ge' of Dr. John at the age of 14, incorporating much of his mentor's style and philosophy into his own musicianship. Of Charles' debut album 'Love, Work Money' Dr. John said "Josh Charles can play them keys."

'Love Work Money,' released earlier this month is earning praise from critics and artists alike. See what others are saying about Josh's funky blues/gospel piano style and soulful vocals.

Next month Charles will head to Austin, TX for his SXSW debut. On March 17, at 10 PM he will perform as part of the E1 Showcase at the Driskoll Hotel and at 3PM on March 20 Charles will perform at Papa Mali's Blues Fest at Brush Square Park.

"Breezy, funk-kissed arrangements... range from 2009 benefit single 'Healing Time' and a brawny cover of Jimmy Cliff's 'The Harder They Come' to the uplifting 'I'm Always Here for You.'" - USA Today

"A terrific songwriter and pianist...one can imagine Aretha or Aaron Neville singing Charles." - L.A. Weekly

"Quite simply, an instant classic... 2010 is the year of Josh Charles." - Huffington Post

"Tasteful musical gumbo." - Cyril Neville of the Neville Brothers

"Josh has 'magic fingers'... he's a great player." - Stanley "Buckwheat Zydeco" Dural

"I love this CD; great songs and great voice" -Al Schmitt, legendary recording engineer and producer.
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