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Ron Prince & Hard Times
1+ albums
bluesguitarrhythm and bluesblues rock
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Ron Prince & Hard Time (often cited as Ron Prince & Hard Times) is a Chicago-based blues band led by guitarist and vocalist Ron Prince. The group is known for blending traditional post-war Chicago blues with modern influences. Musical Background Before forming his own group, Ron Prince was a veteran of the Chicago blues scene: The Kinsey Report: Prince was a long-time member of this influential group, recording four albums with them on labels like Alligator Records and Blind Pig. James Cotton Band: He spent two years as the guitarist for the legendary harmonica player James Cotton before launching his solo career. The Chosen Ones: In 1978, he teamed up with Donald Kinsey (who had just played with Bob Marley) to record an album under this name. Discography The band's most notable release is the 1998 album Paroled. The tracklist includes: "One Reason" "Ride The Devil" "Aching Heart" "Crazy" "It's My Own Fault Darlin'" "Somebody Lied" Style The band is recognized for its "rhythm orchestra" sound, featuring Ron Prince’s high-energy lead guitar work that bridges three generations of blues history. Their music can be found on platforms like Apple Music and Shazam. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.
