To all our fans—and those about to join the blues—thank you for tuning in and keeping the good vibes alive. We’re thrilled that Bad Times & Good Music Vol. 3 is now yours to keep, to play, and to enjoy. As a wise music bar owner once said, “If it has a groove, you must turn up the volume—and don’t trust anyone who tells you to turn it down.” – J. Guitar & K. Luc 27.12.2024
Some projects come together at just the right pace, and Bad Times & Good Music Vol. 3 is one of those. It’s been a focused, rewarding process—one that challenged us, inspired us, and left us with something we’re truly excited to share. Whether you’ve been with us since Vol. 1 or are just discovering the series now, we can’t wait for you to hear what Vol. 3 has to offer. It’s music for those moments when life feels a little heavier—and something as simple as a song can make it all feel lighter. Stay tuned—this one’s special, and we promise it’ll be worth the wait. Thanks for listening, supporting, and being part of what we’re creating. Let’s celebrate the bad times by turning them into good music.
Johnny Guitar, vocals & acoustic guitarWho would have guessed that we really nailed the vibe of these godforsaken times?
When we released Vol. 1 of "Bad Times & Good Music" earlier this year, we could not have imagined in our wildest dreams that this was just the beginning. This year might have brought you more madness, more mayhem, and more mediocracy, but we're bringing you more blues. When times keep getting worse, our music keeps getting better. So here we go again, not by popular demand, but by necessity. When the world goes to shit, sit back, relax, pour yourself another whisky, light one up, and join us for another round of good ole blues. Released on December 23, 2023. A-SideWe live in bad times, a new war in Europe, crises everywhere, our children are protesting angrily in the streets for their future without anyone listening, and we have witnessed a pandemic as never seen before.
Or you just had a bad day, bad luck, greetings from Murphy, or whatever other shit life throws at you.
You go to the Harlem river to drown, you lose your job one day before Christmas, you find out about that other man at your lover's place, or your head hurts as never before – just because you took the wrong turn the other night.
But still, that good ol' music, man. Whatever that is for you.
For us, it's that bluesy vibe when everyone is down for it. Hand me an axe, and let's sing that blues. Let's hear it one more time.To quote the immortal Ry Cooder: "Bad times + good music – always a winning combination."
– Johnny Guitar & Katun "Lucky" Luc
Our new album with over 60 minutes of amazing music is on the way. We are thrilled to present it to you very soon.
Here are some tracks for you before we reveal everything:
Released on May 11, 2023
Johnny Guitar, VOCALS AND ACOUSTIC GUITAR
Katun "Lucky" Luc, ELECTRIC AND CLASSICAL GUITAR, ELECTRICAL BASS
TRACKS 2, 3, 4 & 8 WRITTEN BY J. Guitar "CROSS THE RIVER" WRITTEN BY J. Guitar & K. Luc, WHEN THE WORK'S ALL DONE" WRITTEN BY K. Luc, "HARLEM RIVER BLUES" WRITTEN BY Justin Townes Earle, "PROUD MARY" WRITTEN BY John Fogerty, "ATLANTIC CITY" WRITTEN BY Bruce Springsteen, "BLIND WILLIE MCTELL" WRITTEN BY Bob Dylan, "CORRINA, CORRINA" WRITTEN BY Bo Carter, TRACK 4 FEATURING BACKGROUND VOCALS BY Julian Hackstette
ART DESIGN BY Johannes Mohr
MUSIC RECORDED IN 2022 AND 2023
MUSIC PRODUCTION BY K. Luc, BERLIN 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear friend and financial wizard, Sebastian, who has left this world and ventured on to the great beyond.
Sebastian was always up for a good time, ready to take on the world with a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye. His presence will be sorely missed by all of us.
Rest easy, Sebastian.