Vargas Blues Band, “King of Latin Blues” (Warner Music Spain)- Spanish bluesman Javier Vargas is a close friend and musical sparring partner of the great Carlos Santana, and the similarities between the two guitarists’ approach to music-making are reflected in every note and subtle nuance of this skilfully crafted set. Vargas’ playing is at its most fluid and eloquent on the free flowing instrumental pieces which permeate much of “King of Latin Blues”, and his musical flights of fancy are ably supported here by top notch guests such as Devon Allman and late great Chicago harmonica ace Junior Wells.