WALTER DANIELS AND THE DEL VALLE TRUSTEES - WORK RELEASE (LP)

Ghost Highway Recordings and Chaputa! Records are proud to present Work Release, the latest and most powerful release from blues-punk pioneer Walter Daniels and his electrifying band, The Del Valle Trustees. This limited-edition LP features 11 raw and electrifying tracks that combine stark storytelling with intense instrumentation, making it a must-have for fans of garage rock, blues punk, and soulful rock 'n' roll. Daniels, renowned for his harmonica and nose flute playing, leads a talented lineup: Evan Whitehead (guitar, backing vocals), Kevin Curtin (mandolin, backing vocals), Scott Stewart (upright bass and bass guitar, backing vocals), and Matt Hammer (drums). Engineered by Roky Moon and Kurtis D. Machler, the album captures the band's signature sound with a raw, unfiltered style that is sure to energize listeners.

Adding even more depth, guest musicians Texacala Jones and Henri Herbert elevate select tracks to new heights: Texacala shines on "I'll Quit Tomorrow," and Henri brings piano magic to "11 Months and 29 Days." The bold album artwork, created by Chris Sick Moore, complements the music's rebellious spirit. Work Release follows the acclaimed Have a Coffee Break With… LP and showcases The Del Valle Trustees' versatility through original tracks and iconic covers, including Strychnine (The Sonics), 11 Months and 29 Days (Johnny Paycheck), and One Step Closer (Tim Kerr & Mike Carroll). Together, Chaputa! Records and Ghost Highway Recordings continue to deliver high-quality, collectible releases that celebrate the authentic art of rock 'n' roll.

Pre-orders for Work Release will open on December 1, 2024, and the album will be officially released on January 17, 2025. This limited-edition LP is expected to sell out quickly, so be sure to get your copy early.

Walter Daniels has been a key figure in the blues-punk scene since the 1990s, contributing to seminal artists such as Jack O'Fire, whose passionate sound redefined the genre, as well as South Filthy and Bigfoot Chester. Known for his harmonica virtuosity and fearless experimentation, Daniels continues to inspire and push the boundaries of rock and roll.

Tracklist:

Side A
1. Instrument of Losers
2. Demon Bacon Ball
3. Prison Bitch
4. I'll Quit Tomorrow (feat. Texacala Jones) – original by Gregory Boaz
5. Past Due
6. Luv You in Jail

Side B
1. 11 Months and 29 Days (with Henri Herbert on piano) – original by Johnny Paycheck and Billy Sherrill
2. Commissioner Larry
3. One Step Closer – original by Tim Kerr and Mike Carroll
4. Ex-Convict Song
5. Strychnine – original by Gerry Roslie of The Sonics