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Texas Blues: Where the Devil Howls and Guitars Burn

January 11, 2025January 23, 2025 - by JBP

Texas Blues: Where the Devil Howls and Guitars Burn Forget Chicago’s smoky blues clubs. Texas blues ain’t your grandpappy’s Delta blues either. This ain’t no delicate finger-picking contest. This …

The Blues – Let’s Keep Them Alive

January 9, 2025January 9, 2025 - by JBP

The blues are more than just music; they’re a reflection of the African American experience. Back in the days of slavery and the Jim Crow era, life was incredibly difficult. …

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January 3, 2025January 23, 2025 - by JBP

Yo, fellow blues lovers! We’re a bunch of folks who just can’t get enough of this incredible music. We’re digging deep into the history of the blues, from the early …

Review: Ray Charles ‘Love Country Style’ and ‘Ingredients in a Recipe for Soul’

Review: Ray Charles ‘Love Country Style’ and ‘Ingredients in a Recipe for Soul’ By Hal Horowitz There was only one Ray Charles. He was a musician who played piano and saxophone, wrote and arranged songs, produced his own albums, and sang with a gutsy, gospel-infused croon that often shifted from a romantic whisper to a [Continue] Continue reading
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Funk Sextet Lettuce Keep On Cooking with ‘Keep On’

Photo: Sam Silkworth Funk Sextet Lettuce Keep On Cooking with 'Keep On' For years, Lettuce have been serving up their fresh, additive-free funk on a silver platter, delighting fans of all things groovy, fresh, and soulful. On December 3, the band will deliver their highly anticipated new album, 'Cook,' which features lead single [Continue] Continue reading Funk Sextet Lettuce...
The 9th Annual Allman Betts Family Revival Tour Adds New Guest Artists

The 9th Annual Allman Betts Family Revival Tour Adds New Guest Artists The ninth annual Allman Betts Family Revival Tour is thrilled to unveil the second wave of guest artists to join this year’s celebration. Newly added artists include Judith Hill (Michael Jackson, Prince), Richard Fortus (Guns N’ Roses), Lamar Williams Jr. (The Allman Brothers), [Continue] Continue reading The 9th...
Warren Haynes Presents: Christmas Jam-Reveals 2025 Lineup

Photo: Christmas Jam 2023 by Michael Weintrob Warren Haynes Presents: Christmas Jam--Reveals 2025 Lineup Warren Haynes Presents: Christmas Jam has revealed the lineup and ticketing details for this year’s 33rd annual event. The Christmas Jam – one of the most celebrated and longest-running live concerts in the U.S. – returns to ExploreAsheville.com Arena [Continue] Continue reading Warren Haynes Presents:...
Bobby Charles’ ‘Last Train To Memphis’ New Single Feat. Sonny Landreth

Bobby Charles' 'Last Train To Memphis' New Single Feat. Sonny Landreth and Delbert McClinton Lovers of authentic American roots, country, and rock and roll songcraft are eagerly anticipating The Last Music Company’s reissue of a lost gem, the revelatory Last Train to Memphis by
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Beth Hart Announces ‘You Still Got Me’ May 2026 UK Tour

Photo: Rocky Roode Beth Hart Announces 'You Still Got Me' May 2026 UK Tour Beth Hart returns to the UK for five exhilarating concerts in May 2026. Planet Rock’s 48-hour ticket pre-sale starts 10am GMT on Wednesday October 22 at Planet Rock. The UK tour will kick off at Bristol Beacon on Friday [Continue] Continue reading Beth Hart Announces...

Mary Lane

This podcast features excerpts from a recent interview we had with Blues Legend and Chicago Hall of Fame inductee, Ms Mary Lane. Mary is among the very few living blues artists still performing who grew up under the Jim Crow era oppression in the south and moved north to find a better life. At almost 90 years of age, Mary...
Dr David Evans – Jessie Mae Hemphill Part 2

Journey through the powerful story of Jessie Mae Hemphill—Mississippi Hill Country blues queen—as Dr. David Evans recounts her European tours, breakthrough albums, soulful spirituals, and unshakable spirit. This podcast features excerpts from an extensive interview with our friend Dr. Evans, who befriended, coached, accompanied, produced, and recorded 2025 Blues Hall of Fame inductee Ms. Jessie Mae Hemphill. Through his insights, we explore...
Dr David Evans – Jessie Mae Hemphill Part 1

In this episode, Blues Disciples shines a spotlight on Jessie Mae Hemphill (1923–2006), the best-known woman in the deeply hypnotic tradition of Mississippi Hill Country Blues and a 2025 Blues Hall of Fame inductee. Raised in the rich Hemphill musical family, Jessie Mae learned guitar, drums, and tambourine from her grandfather, the legendary Sid Hemphill, and her aunt Rosa Lee...
John Primer – “Grown In Mississippi”

This podcast features excerpts from an interview we had with our friend and Blues Hall of Fame artist Mr John Primer, about his latest album titled “Grown In Mississippi,” which was produced by John’s lovely wife, Lisa Primer, along with Michael Frank. Here, Mr Primer shares stories of his life and career, along with introducing the 10 great songs from...
Blues Harp Legend Jerry Portnoy

This podcast episode features interview excerpts with Blues Harp Legend, Jerry Portnoy who tells us about his life and performing alongside Mr Muddy Waters, Eric Clapton and others as he shares stories from his excellent new book, “Dancing with Muddy”. This is a great read with many historic and hilarious backstage stories. Check it out! Show 264 – Recorded 8-1-25 The post...
Bob Stroger – Blues Legend and Bassist – Part 2

Episode 263 – Recorded 6-28-25. This podcast episode features two songs from Bob Stroger’s first solo album, Bob Stroger – In The House, and twelve songs from his latest CD, recorded with the Brazilian Blues band The Headcutters and titled Bob Is Back. Please enjoy! The post Bob Stroger – Blues Legend and Bassist – Part 2 appeared first on Blues...