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Sister Rosetta Tharpe: The Godmother of Rock and Roll (and One Hell of a Guitar Slinger)

February 12, 2025March 27, 2025 - by JBP

Let’s talk about a woman who could make a church shake, a guitar scream, and a whole generation get down. We’re talking about Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the original queen of …

Review: Chrissie Hynde & Pals ‘Duets Special’

Photo: Ki Price Review: Chrissie Hynde & Pals ‘Duets Special’ By Hal Horowitz It’s never a good idea to bet on what a veteran, iconic musician will release, especially as they age. From Iggy Pop to Neil Young, Bob Dylan and others, legendary singer/songwriters often push boundaries when they see that the road [Continue] Continue reading Review: Chrissie Hynde...
Review: Kris Barras’ ‘Hollow Souls’

Photo: Rob Blackham Review: Kris Barras’ 'Hollow Souls' By Martine Ehrenclou Kris Barras’ new UK blues-rock collective Hollow Souls is an anthology of singles that features guest stars Jared James Nichols, John "Marv" Harvey of Monster Truck, Chris Tapp of the Cold Stares and Elles Bailey. While the Kris Barras Band has experienced [Continue] Continue reading Review: Kris Barras’...
REWIND: John Mayall’s Versatility Showcased In Massive Boxed Set

John Mayall's Versitility Showcased In Massive Boxed Set '
John Mayall - Second Generation: Live Magic 1968-1993' By Ron Wynn There's an unfortunate tendency in both jazz and blues criticism and scholarship to devalue everyone who either wasn't an innovative bandleader, extremely influential composer, or virtuoso musician. Using this criteria, only a handful of people merit [Continue] Continue reading REWIND: John...
Langhorne Slim Announces ‘The Dreamin’ Kind’ New Album

Langhorne Slim Announces 'The Dreamin' Kind' New Album Produced by Greta Van Fleet's Sam F. Kiszka Trailblazing singer/songwriter
Langhorne Slim has announced his new album The Dreamin’ Kind will release on January 16th through Dualtone Records. Produced by Greta Van Fleet’s Sam F. Kiszka, the 12-song collection finds the Nashville-based artist strapping on an electric [Continue] Continue reading
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Video Premiere: Eric Bibb ‘This One Don’t’

Photo Credit: Jan Mamstrom Video Premiere: Eric Bibb "This One Don’t" Rock & Blues Muse is pleased to exclusively premiere Eric Bibb’s new video ‘This One Don’t", from the three-time Grammy Award nominee’s forthcoming album ‘One Mississippi’ out January 30, 2026 via Repute Records. With a delightful groove, “This One Don’t” by blues [Continue] Continue reading Video Premiere: Eric...
Billy Branch To Release New Album ‘The Blues Is My Biography’

Billy Branch To Release New Album 'The Blues Is My Biography'
Billy Branch is excited to announce the forthcoming release of The Blues Is My Biography on November 7th. This largely autobiographical album will be the first release for Rosa's Lounge Records, a Chicago-based label. Billy's latest single, unveiled today, is "Hole in My Soul." [Continue] Continue reading
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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...