If anybody in Austria is capable of playing „Contemporary Blues“, it’s Oliver Mally and his band the Blues Distillery”. JAZZZEIT (Austrias biggest Jazzmagazine)

The „Blues Distillery“ can be easily called Austrias “leading band” when it comes to playin’ “Contemporary Blues“. From Texas Blues to Chicago Blues, from Westcoast Blues to “straight-from-the-heart” songs, it’s all in there.

Most of the songs are originals and show a lot of variety and a unique approach. They enrich their program with covers of Steve Earle, Tommy Castro, Muddy Waters … only to name a few. And they don’t try to copy but to interpret with deep respect for the originals.

It’s not easy to lock the band in because the “Distillery” likes to mix up the Blues with a lot of different styles. A “high-energetic” cocktail is guaranteed to be served! … by a band that takes no prisoners.

“Bulletproof” shows that these are seasoned blues veterans that have paid their dues and have written great songs about the journey. These boys from Austria have clearly done their lesson in American music, while giving the music their own unique sound that really makes you want to see them live. This CD called “Bulletproof” is a must for any ones international music collection. It will make you want to go hang out in Europe and take in the blues scene over there.