Altered Five

“Altered Five’s smokin’ and fun-filled 2008 release, Bluesified, makes a strong case for turning the whole Hot 100 into roadhouse fodder… a righteous blast, a reasonably fresh concept pulled off beautifully.”
—Tom Surowicz
Minneapolis Star Tribute
“Altered Five re-imagines rock hits with the hip sensibility of jazz, the energy of the toughest rock ’n’ roll and the soul of the blues. Singer Jeff Taylor transforms every song into a funky R&B workout while guitarist Jeff Schroedl comps and solos with consummate taste, tone and technique.”
—Dave Rubin
Associate Editor
Guitar Edge magazine
“A rising Milwaukee blues unit… Who knew “Brass in Pocket” could groove this hard?”
—Al Copland
Isthmus magazine
“Spectacular arrangements and an unerring feel for hooks… very soulful. You guys rock from here to Maine!”
—Steve Bramer
President, Sleeping Dog Records
“The whole band sounds great!”
—Bob Margolin
Blues guitar legend
Muddy Waters’ guitarist, 1973-1980
“Jeff Taylor sings with power, confidence, and authority… the group delivers the element of surprise”
—Jason Keil
OnMilwaukee.com
“(Jeff Schroedl is) a blues-based player with hi-tech chops… superlative solo work.”
—Mike Varney
Guitar World magazine
“A refreshingly earthy spin on numbers… Jeff Taylor sounds like a voice from Stax/Volt 45s.”
—Jamie Lee Rake
Shepherd Express magazine
“Hell of a lead vocalist!”
—Kenneth Higney
Senior VP, Arc Music Group
“Very tasteful and creative… a cross of B.B. King and the Fabulous Thunderbirds.”
—Adam Whiteman
President, Big Chicago Records
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