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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 …

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The Man Who Sold the Blues to the World: W.C. Handy

January 10, 2025January 23, 2025 - by JBP

  W.C. Handy, the name might not instantly ring bells for everyone, but his music undoubtedly does. This legendary musician, often hailed as the “Father of the Blues,” single-handedly introduced …

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Piedmont Blues Piedmont Blues – A little History

January 9, 2025January 23, 2025 - by JBP

Okay, let’s ditch the stuffy academic jargon and cut to the chase. Piedmont blues? Think finger style guitar that’ll make your jaw drop. Think intricate rhythms that’ll have your foot …

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The Delta Blues – A Little History

January 9, 2025January 23, 2025 - by JBP

The Delta Blues. The name itself conjures images: a sweltering Mississippi summer, the languid flow of the river, and the raw, soul-baring music that seemed to rise up from the …

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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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About Us

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 …

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News from Rock & Blues Muse

  • Concert Review: Joe Bonamassa, Royal Albert Hall, May 6, 2026

    Photo credit: Simon Green Concert Review: Joe Bonamassa, Royal Albert Hall, May 6, 2026 By Simon Green It’s difficult to know what to write about Joe Bonamassa these days; anyone likely to read this will be very familiar with him and his work, even if they are not complete afficionados. He’s top of [Continue] Continue reading Concert Review: Joe...
  • Samantha Fish Reveals Fiery New Single “Don’t Say It”

    Samantha Fish Reveals Fiery New Single “Don’t Say It” Acclaimed guitarist and songwriter
    Samantha Fish has released “Don’t Say It,” the latest single from her forthcoming live album, Paper Doll Live, due June 12th via Rounder Records. Fish’s first official live album, Paper Doll Live captures the electrifying stage presence that has made her one [Continue] Continue reading
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  • Joanne Shaw Taylor Announces New Studio Album ‘The Trouble With Love’

    Joanne Shaw Taylor Announces New Studio Album 'The Trouble With Love' British blues-rock artist
    Joanne Shaw Taylor has announced her new studio album The Trouble With Love, produced by Kevin Shirley, set for release October 23rd via Journeyman Records. On The Trouble With Love, Joanne dives headfirst into the beautiful chaos of the human heart. [Continue] Continue reading
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  • Alligator Records Artists Win Seven 2026 Blues Music Awards

    Alligator Records Artists Win Seven Blues Music Awards
    Alligator Artists Win Top Awards: B.B. King Entertainer Of The Year -- Ronnie Baker Brooks Blues Album Of The Year -- D.K. Harrell Talkin' Heavy Song Of The Year -- Can't Catch A Break, Tommy Castro And Kid Andersen On Thursday, May 7, The Blues Foundation announced [Continue] Continue reading
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  • Gibson Debuts verygently Artist Spotlight Musicians For May

    Photo credit: Chase Denton Gibson Debuts verygently Artist Spotlight Musicians For May Gibson, the global instrument brand, has shaped sound across generations and genres of music, becoming one of the most relevant, played, and loved brands around the world. As part of the Gibson commitment to artist-first culture and elevating new music from [Continue] Continue reading Gibson Debuts verygently...
  • Posthumous Album from Steve Cropper & The Midnight Hour Feat. Eric Clapton, Brian May, Billy Gibbons & Ronnie Wood

    Steve Cropper and Eric Clapton Posthumous Album from
    Steve Cropper & The Midnight Hour Feat. Eric Clapton, Brian May, Billy Gibbons & Ronnie Wood The late-great
    Steve Cropper had another ace up his sleeve before his tragic passing in December 2025. To anyone who knows the roots and branches of American music, the [Continue] Continue reading Posthumous Album from...

Blues Disciples Podcast

  • Billy Johnson, Libby Rae Watson and Bob Corritore Interviews on our Tribute to Bluesman Pat Thomas

    Billy Johnson, Libby Rae Watson and Bob Corritore Interviews on our Tribute to Bluesman Pat Thomas – On this episode we feature excerpts from recent interviews we had with our friends
    Billy Johnson, Libby Rae Watson and Bob Corritore who each knew Pat Thomas well. Their stories inform us about Pat, his character and his playing style as we feature...
  • Dr David Evans & Marc Ryan Interviews on Roosevelt Holts

    On this episode, we feature excerpts from recent interviews we had with our friends Dr David Evans and Marc Ryan, who each worked with and learned from the legendary Roosevelt Holts in the 1960’s and early 1970’s.  Dr Evans and Marc share some of their stories about Roosevelt and his unique character, genius, and playing style as we feature some...
  • Dr David Evans & Marc Ryan Interviews on Babe Stovall – Part 2

    With this episode, we wrap up our excerpts from recent interviews we had with our friends Dr David Evans and Marc Ryan, who each worked with and learned from the legendary New Orleans Songster, Babe Stovall, in the 1960’s.  Here Dr Evans and Marc share more of their stories about Babe and his unique character, genius, and playing style as...
  • Dr David Evans & Marc Ryan Interviews on Babe Stovall – Part 1

    On this episode, we feature excerpts from recent interviews we had with our friends Dr David Evans and Marc Ryan, who each worked with and learned from the legendary New Orleans Songster, Babe Stovall, in the 1960s. Dr Evans and Marc share some of their stories about Babe and his unique character, genius, and playing style as we feature some...
  • Just Great Blues Artists with Great Blues Music

    On this podcast, we feature 11 great blues and spirituals from an excellent group of my blues heroes and friends, past and present.  And these artists embody the genius, honesty, and creativity found only in the blues. This show’s main artists are David “Honeyboy” Edwards, Pinetop Perkins, Bob Corritore, Bob Margolin, Diunna Greenleaf, Blind Willie McTell, Paul Oscher, Pat Thomas,...
  • Spirituals and Gospels

    On this podcast, we feature 12 great spirituals from an excellent group of artists celebrating their love of God and the world. These songs and performances express the genius, honesty, character, love, and integrity of these artists, including Mary Lee, The Swan Silvertones, Rev. Robert Wilkins, Mahalia Jackson, The Staple Singers, James Shorty and Viola James, L. C. Ulmer, Diunna...

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