Bassholes

American duo featuring Don Howland (Gibson Bros) and Lamont Thomas (Bim). Known for raw, lo-fi blues; notable release Blue Roots was recorded in 1992 and reissued on CD in 1997.

Don Howland is identified in DeBaser's review as a founder of the Gibson Bros and the guitarist/lyricist of the Bassholes. Lamont Thomas (known as Bim) is identified in the review as the drummer. Blue Roots is described in the review as recorded in 1992 and reissued on CD in 1997. The band's sound is described as raw, lo-fi blues/garage.

DeBaser's review praises Bassholes' raw, lo-fi blues sound on Blue Roots, comparing it to John Lee Hooker and Beat Happening. The review highlights Don Howland (of Gibson Bros) and Lamont Thomas (Bim) as the duo's core. Blue Roots (1992, reissued 1997) is recommended as a gritty, evocative listen.

For:Fans of gritty blues, lo-fi garage, and underground Americana.