Celebrated by fans and fellow musicians as one of the blues' most talented and exciting guitarists, Chris Cain might just be churning out the best blues of his career yet on Good Intentions Gone Bad, with 13 searing new songs showcasing some top-shelf performances on blistering shuffles, slow-burning blues, and joyful soul. His original songs brim with surprising hooks, and the man seems to be able to dole out razor-sharp lyrics that are both moving and humorously insightful with ease these days.

Years ago, the great B.B. King declared, "Chris Cain, now that boy can play the guitar." If the great B.B. King says something like that about your playing, you know you went the right way at the crossroads! And Cain continues to prove him right. As a musician, songwriter, and vocalist, he’s playing guitar better than ever. "I've stopped overthinking," he confesses, "and now just play and sing what I feel." With over three decades of touring and 15 albums under his belt, Cain has gone from just being one of the best guitarists you've never heard to one of the top dogs in blues.

Produced by Christoffer "Kid" Andersen at Greaseland USA studio in San Jose, California, Cain says Good Intentions Gone Bad is "the best album I've ever made, thanks to Kid." The band delivers stellar performances on every track, from the amusing, true-to-life title track to the epic, slow-burning "Waiting For The Sun To Rise," and the Memphis soul-inspired "Thankful," featuring a shared vocal with labelmate Tommy Castro. Andersen's production pushes Cain to new heights, bringing out the best in him. One highlight of the album is "Blues For My Dad," a gentle, autobiographical, and emotional song that Andersen discovered in one of Cain's notebooks and insisted he record. Initially reluctant due to its personal nature, Cain ultimately agreed, resulting in a tear-jerking performance. Also notable is "Still Drinking Straight Tequila," an updated, hilarious take on Cain's 1997 song "Drinkin' Straight Tequila."

"I'm so proud of this record," says Cain. "Kid's ideas, the vibe he created... he makes you better while having a great time. This album is the logical next step after Raisin' Cain. I know I've never sung or played better. Everything I hoped for doubled."

Born in San Jose, California, in 1955, Cain was immersed in music from a young age. His parents' extensive record collection introduced him to blues, jazz, and popular songs. His father gave him his first guitar at age eight, and by his teens, Cain was already getting noticed. In 1976, local San Jose singer and harmonica player Gary Smith gave Cain his first professional job. Cain studied jazz at San Jose City College, mastering keyboards and saxophone, and soon began teaching jazz improvisation there.