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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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News from Rock & Blues Muse

  • Single Premiere: Miss Emily ‘Stand Together Band Together’

    Single Premiere: Miss Emily ‘Stand Together Band Together’ Rock & Blues Muse is pleased to premiere multiple award-winner Miss Emily’s new single “Stand Together Band Together” from her forthcoming album ‘The Medicine’ set to release November 7 via Gypsy Soul Records. The album is a collection of soul and Americana-inspired blues produced by multiple JUNO [Continue] Continue reading
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  • Review: The Third Mind ‘Right Now!’

    Review: The Third Mind ‘Right Now!’ By Hal Horowitz The Third Mind was birthed in 2020 as what seemed like a one-off project for veteran roots guitarist/singer/songwriter Dave Alvin. Four years, two studio and one live release down the road, it has taken on a life of its own as a successful side-road-- or perhaps [Continue] Continue reading
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  • Dave Mason Announces His Retirement From Touring Because of Health Issue

    Photo credit: Chris Jensen Dave Mason Announces His Retirement From Touring Because of Health Issue Legendary icon Dave Mason, aged 79, has officially announced his retirement from touring, closing the curtain on 60 remarkable years of rock n’ roll and marking the end of a significant era in music history. He cites ongoing [Continue] Continue reading Dave Mason Announces...
  • Joe Bonamassa Announces B.B. King’s Blues Summit 100 All Star Lineup

    Joe Bonamassa Announces B.B. King's Blues Summit 100 All Star Lineup On what would have been B.B. King’s 100th birthday –
    Joe Bonamassa has announced the upcoming release of B.B. King’s Blues Summit 100, produced by Grammy-nominated duo
    Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith, an extraordinary collaborative tribute album celebrating the legacy of one of music’s [Continue] Continue reading
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  • “Urban Blues” By Charles Keil Remains A Definitive Manifesto

    "Urban Blues" By Charles Keil Remains A Definitive Manifesto By Ron Wynn It’s the 60th anniversary of Urban Blues publication in January. Few books on any genre have held up as well through the years as Charles Kiel's groundbreaking
    "Urban Blues," (University of Chicago). Even as its 50th anniversary approaches (initially published January 1, 1966), [Continue] Continue reading “Urban Blues”...
  • Gov’t Mule Announces Annual New Year’s Run

    Photo credit: Emily Butler Gov't Mule Announces Annual New Year's Run Acclaimed GRAMMY-nominated band Gov’t Mule, led by guitar legend, vocalist, songwriter and producer Warren Haynes, has announced the details for their annual New Year’s Run, the quartet’s venerable commitment of bringing together the Mule community to ring in the new year since [Continue] Continue reading Gov’t Mule Announces...

Blues Disciples Podcast

  • 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...
  • Audio Igniter Test

    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 Audio Igniter Test appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.
  • 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...

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