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B.B. King: The Soul of the Blues, From the Delta to the World

February 7, 2025March 27, 2025 - by JBP

B.B. King: The Soul of the Blues, From the Delta to the World The blues don’t come much bigger than B.B. King. Born in a shack on the Mississippi Delta, …

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The Enduring Legacy of Lowell Fulson: A Blues Titan

January 14, 2025January 23, 2025 - by JBP

Lowell Fulson, a name synonymous with the evolution of blues music, wasn’t just a bluesman; he was a sonic architect, a restless innovator who seamlessly blended tradition with contemporary sounds. …

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Father of the Delta Blues: Charley Patton

January 13, 2025January 23, 2025 - by JBP

The Mississippi Delta, a land of simmering heat, rich soil, and a deep, enduring sorrow, birthed a unique musical expression: the Delta Blues. At the heart of this raw, powerful …

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The Devil’s Music: The Life and Legend of Robert Johnson

January 12, 2025January 23, 2025 - by JBP

The Mississippi Delta, a land of simmering heat, fertile soil, and a rich musical tradition. It was here, amidst the cotton fields and the mournful cries of the blues, …

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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 Rolling Stones Announce ‘Foreign Tongues’ New Studio Album

The Rolling Stones Announce 'Foreign Tongues' New Studio Album
The Rolling Stones today announce the release of their highly anticipated new studio album Foreign Tongues, arriving July 10th from Capitol Records. The incredibly vibrant 14-track collection follows less than three years after the band’s universally acclaimed, Grammy Award-winning Hackney Diamonds, which topped charts worldwide and [Continue] Continue reading
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Gig Review: Taj Farrant, Dunkerton’s Cider Shop & Bar, Charlton Kings, UK

Photo credit: Simon Green Gig Review: Taj Farrant, Dunkerton’s Cider Shop & Bar, Charlton Kings, UK By Simon Green A number of people had been talking to me about this young, hot shot Australian guitarist, who’s name, to be honest, meant nothing to me. However, the happy coincidence of a weekend away in [Continue] Continue reading Gig Review: Taj...
GA-20 With Charlie Musselwhite Announce ‘Blues Now’ Album Share Single

GA-20 With Charlie Musselwhite Announce 'Blues Now' Album Share Single GA-20 with Charlie Musselwhite will release 'Blues Now' on July 31, 2026 via New West Records. The 10-track set was produced by the band’s Matthew Stubbs and was recorded at Rare Signals in Cambridge, MA. 'Blues Now' unites GA-20, one of today’s most celebrated young [Continue] Continue reading
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Review: The Black Keys ‘Peaches!’

Review: The Black Keys ‘Peaches!’ By Hal Horowitz For a while, it seemed that Akron’s Black Keys had changed drastically from the raw, scuzzy, guitar/drums punk/blues ensemble the duo introduced themselves to the world in 2002. The twosome gradually added players, and hired high profile producers to augment their approach, while progressively shifting towards a [Continue] Continue reading
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Chris O’Leary Announces New Album ‘Blue Collar’ Shares New Single

Chris O'Leary Announces New Album 'Blue Collar' Shares New Single World-class blues star, harmonica, vocal and songwriting master
Chris O'Leary will release Blue Collar, his second Alligator Records album out July 10, 2026. Blue Collar finds the Marine combat veteran, ex-Federal police officer and former lead singer of Levon Helm’s legendary Barn Burners turning his [Continue] Continue reading Chris O’Leary...
Altered Five Blues Band Frontman Jeffrey Taylor Dies At 64

Photo courtesy of Blind Pig Records Altered Five Blues Band Frontman Jeffrey Taylor Dies At 64 Blind Pig Records and Altered Five Blues Band announce with deep sadness the passing of Jeffery Taylor, the singer and frontman of the Milwaukee-based blues band Altered Five. Taylor passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, in his sleep [Continue] Continue reading Altered Five Blues...

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...