Gary Dranow is a musical maestro hailing from Salt Lake City, making an impact as the frontman of his ensemble, Gary Dranow and the Manic Emotions. He treads a path that intricately weaves classic rock nostalgia with a contemporary edge, reflecting the journey of a resilient artist who discovered his true calling amidst life’s trials and tribulations.
Before the world recognised Gary Dranow as a musician, he carved a successful career in the outdoor sports industry. However, life took unexpected turns, leading him to confront the challenges of bipolar disorder and cope with the aftermath of a stroke. In the face of adversity, Dranow found solace and creative expression in music; a therapeutic tool that not only served as a means to navigate life’s complexities but also allowed him to share his compelling journey.
At the helm of Gary Dranow and the Manic Emotions, the collective has cultivated a rock sound that melds grooves with subtle blues influences. Their live performances, magnetic and energetic, have become a celebrated fixture in Utah’s vibrant music scene, earning acclaim for their distinctive sonic output.
Throughout 2023, Gary Dranow steadily unveiled a series of well-received singles, laying the groundwork for his much-anticipated full-length record, Never Give Up. Offering another taste of the upcoming album, Dranow shares the single titled “I’m a Man,” a down-and-dirty blues tune enriched by the stellar blues harp performance of UK-based musician Joel Marshall.
As the only blues outing on the new album, “I’m a Man” captures the very best of the style and the ability of Gary Dranow and the Manic Emotions to execute a superb performance full of rhythm and passion. Opened by the rolls of drums, a grooving energy of walking bass lines, crunchy guitar work and soaring blues harp takes hold. The lead vocals thread subtly gritty lines and picture painting lyricism that cut between the harp lead flutters.
Packed full of danceable rhythm, stunning musicianship, compelling vocal performance, “I’m a Man” is a sensational blues cut that showcases how the band can bring a classic style alive in their own modern way. Catchy vocal leads and emphatic guitar solo work cap this timeless blues jam that builds the hype for Gary Dranow’s upcoming record.
Listen to I’m a Man below
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