American Blues Radio Review

Gentleman Tim & the Contenders step into the ring for a swinging set of traditional Chicago and West Coast Blues that delivers a surprisingly powerful punch! The band bob and weave their way through a flurry of 15 examples of classic blues that ranges from Little Walter and Sonny Boy Williamson, to contemporary practitioners like Freddie Brooks, Lynwood Slim and Sugar Ray Norcia. The gloves come off for a rousing version of Junior Parker's "In The Dark" that connects with a solid left hook, offering a glimpse of this contenders' future grab for the heavyweight championship. - Jeff Scott "The Blues Disease" KUCI 88.9FM - Irvine , CA

Ain't Nothing But The Blues Bar - London Soho

True devotees of Chicago style Blues and Swing. This high energy outfit delivers all the time with the combination of powerful harp & vocals, classy guitar licks, and a slick rhythm section that are guaranteed to kick up a storm

Kilkenny Rhythm & Roots Festival

Gentleman Tim & the Contenders are widely known as one of the most powerful combos on the circuit delivering high energy authentic Rhythm & Blues.

Bill Smith - Blues in Britain magazine

This band never fails to please with a fine blend of pure entertainment and musicianship.Tim and his musicians are constantly striving for perfection and they get as near to it as anyone around.They are always worth watching

Mark Burness – Harp and Harp Amp Specialist

They just seem to get better and better every time I see them

Alan Harvey - Blues Matters

Great CD and well worth exploring by anyone who likes music of the era.

Jon Taylor - Blues in Britain

This CD sounds remarkably authentic, swings from start to finish and is impeccably played and recorded.

JOUNI JÄRVINEN - Finland 2007

Just sending big thanx for saving my day (and whole vacation) at 'Ain’t Nothin But' blues bar. I have just listened to your new CD ”Left hook on the Blues” that I got at your gig and just jammed along with my guitar. A big thanx for saving my day (and whole vacation). You got the CD title name right cause it hits just like a ‘lefty’ in the ribs. The record goes immediately to my top 10 CD’s alongside Robert Johnson, Willie Dixon, Muddy Waters, Johnny Winter and John Hammond.

Metro Magazine - London

"Serious blueswailin' action"