Peter Karp and Sue Foley

Rank #19 Nashville, TN Blues / Americana / Singer/Songwriter

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Members: with Niles Terrat and Mike Catapano

Label: Blind Pig Records, Blind Pig Records

Manager: Brilliant Productions, Nancy Lewis-Pegel

Bio: Noted songwriter/guitarist Blind Pig recording artist Peter Karp and Canadian Juno Award winning Guitarwoman Sue Foley made a big splash in 2010 when they released their first CD together "He Said, She Said."

The CD hit the Top 10 on the Billboard Blues Charts and was #1 for 6 weeks on the Nat... See Full Bio

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"The sophomore joint effort from Karp and Foley is as diverse and charismatic as the first, yet in a different approach....(It's) pretty much electric and potent throughout, yet incredibly bluesy as well. The album's bubbly mixture of blues, rock and country emits an overall Americana vibe. ...The chemistry shared between Peter Karp and Sue Foley is something that doesn't come around very often, and the musical relationship is way too good to fail. Moving beyond the crossroads, we know they're going to make it."

— Brian D. Holland, Blues Revue

“Reminiscent of something that could easily have been recorded by Delbert McClinton and/or Bonnie Raitt, the writing on this CD (Beyond the Crossroads) is absolutely spectacular, along with the impeccable production and performances. That said, given enough airplay and exposure, this CD could easily launch these two up to national status on par with McClinton and Raitt. Not to give too much emphasis in comparison, but more for reference, Karp and Foley have crossed that elusive threshold with this CD putting them on a completely new level in the music world... There is not a single bad track or filler song anywhere on this CD. There is more than enough music here and the CD seems to go by way too quickly. This delightful recording easily gets my vote thus far for CD of the year. I strongly recommend everybody go out and get a copy. While listening to these songs they may not have you reaching for the bottle, but they most likely will have you rolling up the rugs and dancing.”

— Larry Schara, Chicago Blues Guide

“A shift from introspective to outgoing has been the start of a new chapter for the dynamic blues duo Peter Karp and Sue Foley. Karp and Foley, both formidable musicians in their own right, became a package deal of sorts when a series of events led to the pair keeping in touch via email, which opened the flood gates to a wealth of inspiration for He Said, She Said, Karp and Foley's deeply personal release. Two and a half years of touring later, the twosome are back with Beyond The Crossroads, a much more outgoing take on the world around them, with songs tackling themes of positivity, renewal and absolution. Where He Said, She Said was born out of loneliness, Beyond The Crossroads is a celebration of life, playing off the blues rock style Karp and Foley have become known for. "He Said, She Said was getting to know each other and this record is getting to work, and this is really the two of us sharpening our blades as songwriters and guitar players and instrumentalists," Karp says."”

— Vue Weekly

“The chemistry between the two is palpable. Delaney & Bonnie? Conway & Loretta? More like Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks. Foley’s the adorable guitar slinger who can sing the blues like nobody’s business and play some mean lead like Bonnie Raitt. Karp’s one cool cookie, all right — from his muscular slide guitar soloing to his observational and oh-so-true songwriting skills to his shaggy-haired demeanor, bluesman-beatnik vibe and, most of all, that soulful expressive voice of his, dripping with innuendo. Dude’s entertaining as hell. And when he puts down his guitar and sits at the electric piano, he can turn into Jerry Lee Lewis. Between them, they make quite the pair....making some of the finest American music out there today, harmonizing, playing twin lead electric guitar solos perfectly in sync — man, one can only look on in awe and admiration. These two are some real professionals, worthy of the highest accolades... It’s magic.”

— Mike Greenblatt, Goldmine Magazine

“Sometimes the whole can be greater than the sum of the parts. Think the too-short partnership between Tammi Terrell and Marvin Gaye. Tammi and Marvin had nothing on these two... The lyrics are accompanied by laughter as they both are having fun. This is an organic collaboration. Beyond the Crossroads is not Vol. 2 of He Said She Said, which approaches near classic status in my book...Here is looking forward to many more collaborative works by Sue Foley and Peter Karp. As Tammi and Marvin sang so long ago, "Ain't nothing like the real thing, baby." And musically at least, they might just have found it.”

— Tom Callahan, Blurt

“Karp and Foley serve the the music and never showboat. They know the song is the thing...The mingling of the guitars and voices are seamless to the point of making this such an obvious duo that it's hard to believe they hadn't connected before this decade. ..In a world that makes it hard to keep your spirits high, Karp and Foley appear to be telling everyone to keep their chin up. ”

— Vintage Guitar Magazine

“I'm going to chicken out answering my question about whether or not Beyond The Crossroads is a sequel; it's an interesting question and tantalizing possibility but musically irrelevant because the stories in these songs stand on their own. You should have heard He Said She Said first but that's just because it's an incredible album. You won't be lost if you start here but you'll want to hear its predecessor and, like me, you'll be looking forward to a third chapter. ”

— Josh Hathaway, Blinded By Sound

“On Americana blues duo Peter Karp and Sue Foley's new album, Beyond the Crossroads, the singer-songwriters offer a dozen sympathetic and encouraging tunes for individuals and a world that seems to be standing heavy-hearted at that mythical place where a step is necessary, but the correct direction is not apparent. ”

— Travis Newbill, Broward New Times Weekly, Palm Beach FL

“(Sue Foley) is equally well known for her scintillating skills on guitar, her incisive and open-hearted songwriting, and a voice ...that is capable of highly expressive, soulful delivery. Karp's voice is immediately convincing, a big, bold, soul-drenched instrument that makes even his most troubadour-influenced material sound bluesy. In addition, he’s a terrific keyboard player and an elegantly stylish slide guitarist. ”

— Steve Pick, AboutBlues.com

“These two are skilled veterans. Each has many credits to their individual names that they bring to the table, throw in their skills on their instruments; the National Steel Resonator and Alumisonic guitars, and you know you’re in for a great treat. ”

— Rob Harrison, American Blues Scene

“Peter Karp and Sue Foley, two veteran singer-songwriter-guitarists, first pooled their talents a couple of years ago, and are now touring behind their latest album, “Beyond the Crossroads.” Their style of the blues leaves room for just a touch of country.”

— The New Yorker

“What separates Karp and Ms. Foley from most roots rockers and blues revivalist is the inventive way they have of writing within the blues tradition and keeping it fresh. It doesn’t hurt that they have an appealing way of harmonizing and a cracker-jack backing band, as well.”

— Thomas A Wright, Staten Island Advance

“The disc is sexy, smart and swingin', bristling with keenly crafted songs and sizzling arrangements. Foley's red-hot guitar fretwork and pristine vocals and Karp's stomping keyboards and raspy voice mesh like well-oiled gears, and the duo's creative chemistry shimmers in every note”

— Katie Schardl, Tallahassee Democrat

“Peter Karp and Sue Foley were a pair of gifted solo artists who took the Reese's Peanut Butter Cup approach and realized two great tastes can taste great together when they recorded the fabulous, intensely personal, chart-topping He Said She Said in 2010, and they've announced the followup to that record Beyond The Crossroads on Apr 17 by Blind Pig Records. If you're hearing of Karp and Foley for the first time through this article, first of all, welcome. Second, you're welcome because Peter Karp is one of the finest songwriters on the planet and through him I discovered Sue Foley, an equally amazing vocalist, songwriter, and guitarist. Karp's Shadows & Cracks is still one of my all-time favorite records... Again, if you're new, I'd start wth He Said She Said and work your way back through their individual discographies and I'd start ordering them today. You've only got 36 days until Beyond comes out, so get started.”

— Josh Hathaway, Blinded by Sound

“The kind of cross-genre stew that the Robert Plant-Alison Krauss "Raising Sand" project a few years ago only hinted at, "He Said She Said" is a wonderfully creative collaboration. ”

— Jim Trageser, North Country Times, CA

“Some might call it fate that the big city girl from Toronto found herself mixed up with the small town man from the dusty state of Tennessee. The result has been making the mouths of critics everywhere drool with delight. ”

— Matt Preprost , The Winnipeg Uniter

“The pairing of Peter Karp and Sue Foley on Blind Pig's He Said She Said was very well conceived, their talent, style and tone are all a solid fit. Peter sings solo on "Wait" with Sue adding some harmony and it is reminiscent of Dylan at his best. Between the slide guitar and Sue's vocals, "Rules of Engagement" sounds like something Bonnie Raitt would do and Peter's vocals are just the right touch.”

— Washington Blues Blog

“Ottawa’s Sue Foley and Nashville bluesman Peter Karp shuffle over homemade grit on their album, He Said, She Said. “Rules of Engagement” and “Treat Me Right” inhabiting the middle ground between her Fender backbone and his compositional acumen. Foley’s local residency last decade only makes Antone’s heart grow fonder as the years pass by. ”

— Raoul Hernandez, Austin Chronicle

“When Peter Karp and Sue Foley began exchanging emails they were at first discussing the things they had in common: the loneliness of the road, being away from their homes and their love of music. Finally, an album's worth of songs grew out of the correspondence. After road-testing the songs, they went into the studio and made this duet album. And, Lord, am I glad they did. On He Said, She Said, we have fine singing, fine playing, heartfelt lyrics cast in really nice blues tunes and a narrative that contains depth and maturity. ”

— Rambles

“Karp is an extraordinary lyricist, but they break that up by relying on their blues and roots backgrounds. They also mix in brief bursts of Southwestern flavor and a smattering of horns here and there to help the songs sonically stand apart while still feeling linked to one another. The words and music are appealing enough in their own right but it's the honesty in the execution and expression that makes this compelling. ”

— Josh Hathaway, Blog Critics

“Blind Pig Records are out with another winner for those of you who dig the bluesier side of this mix we here call Americana. This is a thoroughly enjoyable disc by two musicians who stand well on their own, but together even stand perhaps just a bit taller!”

— Don Zelazny , Americana Roots

“The music on He Said, She Said is remarkable. The album goes beyond Blues, and incorporates elements of Jazz, Rock, Folk, Flamenco, and more. Peter Karp and Sue Foley have scored an absolute hit with this record, [which is #1 on the Blues Chart.] He Said She Said certainly belongs at the top of the nation's collective playlist, right now. (It) is a concept album that deserves your time and attention.”

— Johnny Full Time, Full Time Blues. com

“This CD is refreshing. The music works well, as Karp's Americana tendencies mesh with Foley's bluesy guitar across a surprising veriety of styles. A remarkable collection between two gifted musicians."”

— Jim Hynes, Elmore Magazine

“It's not a concept you see every day - two artists chronicling their growing relationship in song. Make those artists as gifted as Peter Karp and Sue Foley, and the results are as compelling as they are candid.”

— Nick Cristiano, Philadelphia Inquirer

“Peter Karp and Sue Foley are turning the battle of the sexes into a duet. With Karp's lyrics and Sue's guitar, you wanna get your hands on this album.”

— House of Blues Bluesmobilie

“This is a great record, absolutely not to be missed. 14 tracks of some of the sexiest, steamiest, dramatic, and comedic tunes I have ever heard from two very different artists. There is chemistry here. ”

— Rod Ames, No Depression.com

“This is a risky and welcome recording that asks modern blues fans to suspend their preconceptions and listen to the music as it evolves in this new century, and an album to make those fed up with blues clichés hear something truly and beautifully different.”

— Thom Jurek, All Music Guide

"He Said, She Said" is filled with both depth and charm, and I'll be surprised if it doesn't make a lot of critics' album-of-the-year lists.

— Cahl's Juke Joint

“By the focused sound of this collaboration with singer-guitarist Peter Karp, Sue Foley has become much more her own woman, perfectly willing to share the spotlight with someone else...Long may she shine.”

— Sonic Boomers

“Put [Peter and Sue] together and you've got a great combination. Put them together on a CD titled "He Said She Said' (Blind Pig Records), and you've got one of the most intriguing album projects in a long time.”

— Jim White, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

““He Said - She Said (the concept) is a unique, daring idea beautifully executed by two talented, inspired artists unafraid to express themselves in songs of love, hope, longing, emptiness and frustration.”

— Hal Horowitz, Blues Revue Magazine

“Karp’s a great writer and performer whose songs are driven by verbal word play and insights into the human experience. Like James Taylor and Bob Dylan, Karp embodies Americana music.”

— USA Today

“Foley has a killer voice, an impossibly alluring blend of sex and innocence to go with those blazing guitar chops.”

— Philadelphia Enquirer

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