Blues, rock, and punk converge with an explosion of soulful grit on Jimi Fiano's blistering new track, "Sweat and Pray." A seasoned guitarist, singer, and songwriter, Fiano has spent decades refining his stage presence with his mix of aggressive guitar riffs, soulful vocals, and meaningful songwriting, which culminates in a modern sound that is equal parts timeless and contemporary
The single, which also happens to be the title track of his debut solo EP, is what makes blues rock so perpetually engaging, with raw emotion combined with dynamic performance. Fiano's guitar playing is in a league of its own, soaring perfectly and carelessly, while his voice has enough honesty and power to cut through aerosol. It's a song that reminds you of the cathartic medicine music can be when it is borne from real experience.
After more than 30 years of holding audiences rapt, Fiano has both become a South Florida institution and extended its reach far beyond it. Throughout his career, he has played alongside and/or shared the stage with Bad Company, Foghat, Shawn Murphy, Mitch Ryder, Night Ranger, and Cameo. The legacy of musicianship is evident on "Sweat And Pray," and each note soaks up the tradition, then marches forward into the present with bravado.
By releasing this track, Fiano confirms long blues-inflected rock is very much alive and well. The fact that he's able to merge soulful melodies with the downright gritty makes "Sweat And Pray" an artist statement of journey and elevation. This is a statement of determination and desire, an expression of where Fiano has been and is going. For those who love high-octane, guitar-driven music, "Sweat And Pray" is a testament to the fact that some things never go cold, but only catch fire.
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