“Sometimes you can judge a book by its cover, or in this case, a musician by his promo shot. For example, take a good look at Patrick Sweany. Do you think he plays NME hyped new rave? Nope. He’s an honest, hard workin’, roots rockin’ blues man from the rust belt.” – I Rock Cleveland

Grafting literate, character-driven song craft and Mid-American roots with a post-punk DIY attitude, Chicago-based songwriter, performer and instrumentalist Al Scorch charts a new musical topography with a five-string banjo.

 “… A promising new artist who artfully occupies the gulf between old-school tradition and contemporary appropriation.” – Kim Ruehl, NPR Heavy Rotation

“…demonstrates the finesse and maturity of someone like Jason Isbell, 8 out of 10” – Uncut Magazine

“Adding raw, punk brio to a folk-blues template…” – Mojo Magazine

“…He has the songwriting chops and singing prowess of an aged blues legend.” – The Bluegrass Situation