Deep, contemporary Chicago blues… razor-sharp guitar and compelling, forceful singing"

–Chicago Tribune

"Cannon is at the front rank of Chicago bluesmen. He creates wide-screen modern arrangements for wry, thoughtful songs, molding a sound that’s both tempestuous and scrupulously controlled."

–MOJO

Toronzo Cannon is the most exciting bluesman to emerge from Chicago in decades, playing brawny, rock-inspired guitar and singing original, slice-of-life lyrics that speak to today’s listeners.

THE PREACHER, POLITICIAN OR THE PIMP finds Toronzo advancing his modern day blues vision, with 12 distinctive new songs that skillfully blend witty, “ain’t it the truth” anthems with searing topical observations. Through it all, Toronzo burns on guitar and brings his lyrics to life with spirited, soul drenched singing.