“Don’t Need But One” album released!
Kim Field and the Perfect Gentlemen’s debut album, “Don’t Need But One,” has been launched on all platforms. The album features ten original tunes by Kim Field and Vyasa Dodson, and one cover—a harmonica instrumental version of the classic ballad “The Man That Got Away.”
Purchase a digital copy of this remarkable debut today from the iTunes Store or at Play Don't Need But One by Kim Field and the Perfect Gentlemen on Amazon Music.
“Don’t Need But One” Tops the Charts!
“Don’t Need But One” hits #1 on the Roots Music Classic Blues chart:
What the musicians Are Saying
“Don’t Need But One, the new release from Kim Field and the Perfect Gentlemen is a treasure trove of mostly original songs with smart lyrics and myriad grooves, all played with panache and punch. Wonderful arrangements, with Kim’s strong harp and vocals often set amid great horn charts and a killer rhythm section. A special treat for me was the beautiful harp on The Man Who Got Away. Don’t let this CD get away!”—Jerry Portnoy
"Kim is playing and singing at the absolute top of his game. Two thumbs up!"—Aki Kumar
“Kim Field’s newest CD is a solid outing of 90% original songs that cuts in multi-faceted directions. From soul, blues, jazzy numbers, to the beautiful finale, Arlen and Gerwshin’s “The Man That Got Away,” Kim and the Perfect Gentlemen perform a perfect album!”—Mark Hummel
“Kim Field and the Perfect Gentlemen have conceived a fine collection of songs infused with soul and delivered with conviction and passion. Kim’s vocals and harp playing are particularly good here.”—Magic Dick
“The standard bearers for the Portland blues harmonica players/vocalists legacy have made eclecticism, diversity, and originality central to their music, whether it’s Paul deLay or Curtis Salgado. With ‘Don’t Need But One,’ Kim Field and the Perfect Gentlemen plant themselves emphatically in that worthy company. Whether it’s blowing gutbucket blues harp, singing soulful ballads, or writing original songs, Kim and the band have given us a varied and impressive album to savor!”—Dick Shurman, Grammy-winning record producer and Blues Hall of Fame member
“Every once in a while I find myself listening to a music project over and over. Most of the time it’s because the performances and songs are infectious. It’s happened again with Kim Field and the Perfect Gentlemen’s new release ‘Don’t Need But One.’ Kim sent me an advance copy and I can’t stop listening. Kim wrote and sings the lion’s share of the songs and his voice is perfectly suited for the material. The styles range from Chicago blues to West Coast horn bands, East Coast uptown pop/blues, and a mix of other blues idioms that are obviously the sound of the Perfect Gentlemen. The entire package is spot on. The recording is great, the mix and sonic landscapes are genre correct, fun, and enjoyable. Kim’s harp playing is a textbook lesson on how to be a harmonica player in a band. Get this music, you won’t be sorry! Can I be in the band?”—PT Gazell
What the Critics Are Saying
Curt’s Blues
Oh boy, is this blues and roots music of the highest distinction! Field’s harmonica forays are tasty and substantial, yet never frenzied, and his singing is full and assured. The Perfect Gentlemen are indeed an all-star collaborative assemblage, and each, I mean each, participant is extremely gifted in their expertise. Having ten originals of this quality is so refreshing in this day and age, and the engineering and production is top-tier. Hopefully this release opens the door to a great awareness of Field and his blues co-conspirators. Great work!
Mike Penk for the Cascade Blues Society
“Don’t Need But One” is a remarkable album that masterfully blends energetic and soulful tracks, showcasing the band’s impressive versatility. Much like a road trip on Route 66, this album takes listeners on a captivating journey from Chicago to Hollywood, filled with memorable sights and sounds to enjoy along the way.
Zicazine
Offering this year their first joint effort, Kim Field And The Perfect Gentlemen have recorded no less than eleven tracks, including ten originals, and have taken particular care to ensure the diversity of the three-quarters of an hour of music they offer us by infusing a good part of blues roots, but also colors from jazz, R&B and of course soul, with some particularly well thought out ballads and a particularly interesting sense of groove. A brass section or an organ are invited on occasion and continue to carry a little higher classy compositions such as "Please Don't Ask Me", "Black Diamonds", "Dress The Monkey", "All These Little Things", "Emergency" or "So Dark In Here", but also like the excellent track, "Don't Need But One", or like the reinterpretation of "The Man That Got Away", a song by Harold Arlen performed by Judy Garland in the film "A Star Is Born" released in 1954. The tone is frank, sincere, and it is in perfect harmony that the band releases the album that fits perfectly with what we could expect from such a line-up. Already in the bins!
Concert Monkey
The album 'Don't Need But One' by Kim Field And The Perfect Gentlemen offers an immersive experience for fans of blues, soul, and roots music. Kim, along with his talented band members, brings a powerful and authentic sound that honors the rich tradition of American blues music. The compositions on the album vary from up-tempo songs that invite dancing to slower, more emotional tracks. The production is clear and well-balanced, allowing each instrument to find its place in the mix. Field's harmonica shines without overshadowing the other instruments. The arrangements are thoughtful, allowing for both individual virtuosity and collective synergy.
The Rock Doctors
Kim Field, a wicked harmonica player and fine blues singer, began his career in New York City before returning to his native Pacific Northwest. With the number of talented artists and bands calling that area home, it should be considered ‘Chicago West’. This is a suave kind of hardcore blues that combines R&B rave-ups and soulful ballads with genuine blues for a particularly unique yet familiar feeling musical testimony. Aside from Kim at the front of the stage, the group also includes Vyasa Dodson (Curtis Salgado) and Whit Draper on guitars, bassist Denny Bixby (Mary Chapin-Carpenter, Buddy Miller, Chet Atkins) and drummer Jimi Bott (The Fabulous Thunder birds, Rod Piazza). That’s a lot of talent to squeeze into one band…The band never muddies a song with gratuitous showboating as they plow through these workingman’s blues with spirit and purpose…These are blues you’ll enjoy having.