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Jontavious Willis: The Wonderboy of the West Georgia Blues

Jontavious Willis is the time machine. He didn’t just study the blues; he was born into … Jontavious Willis: The Wonderboy of the West Georgia BluesRead more

by JBP•June 4, 2026June 4, 2026•0

Elizabeth Cotten: The Left-Handed Architect of the Piedmont

At the Garage, we respect the innovators who find a way to make the machine run, … Elizabeth Cotten: The Left-Handed Architect of the PiedmontRead more

by JBP•March 27, 2026•0

B.B. King’s Lucille: The Story Behind the Guitar

B.B. King’s Lucille: The Story Behind the Guitar If the blues had a heartbeat, it’d be … B.B. King’s Lucille: The Story Behind the GuitarRead more

by JBP•March 27, 2025March 27, 2025•0

Samanth Fish Releases New Single – Sweet Southern Sounds

Samantha Fish, the electrifying blues-rock guitarist, has dropped her latest single, “Sweet Southern Sounds,” a … Samanth Fish Releases New Single – Sweet Southern SoundsRead more

by JBP•February 25, 2025March 27, 2025•0

Album Review – Samantha Fish’s “Faster”: A Riveting Blues-Rock Journey

Samantha Fish, Kansas City’s blues-rock titan, dropped Faster back in 2021, and though it’s taken us … Album Review – Samantha Fish’s “Faster”: A Riveting Blues-Rock JourneyRead more

by JBP•January 27, 2025March 27, 2025

The Enduring Legacy of Lowell Fulson: A Blues Titan

Lowell Fulson, a name synonymous with the evolution of blues music, wasn’t just a bluesman; he … The Enduring Legacy of Lowell Fulson: A Blues TitanRead more

by JBP•January 14, 2025January 23, 2025•0

Texas Blues: Where the Devil Howls and Guitars Burn

Texas Blues: Where the Devil Howls and Guitars Burn Forget Chicago’s smoky blues clubs. Texas … Texas Blues: Where the Devil Howls and Guitars BurnRead more

by JBP•January 11, 2025January 23, 2025

Concert Review: Philip Sayce, Islington Assembly Hall, Islington, London

Photo credit: Simon Green Concert Review: Philip Sayce, Islington Assembly Hall, Islington, London By Simon Green Someone noted in advance of my seeing Philip Sayce play live that I should definitely try and catch him as he was an “absolute beast on the guitar”! That opinion and a series of positive reviews as [Continue] Continue reading Concert Review: Philip...
Review: Ryan McGarvey ‘Up From the Ashes’

Review: Ryan McGarvey ‘Up From the Ashes’ By Hal Horowitz “You can’t keep me down/I was born to survive/Ain’t no stopping now/I’m coming back to life” fervently sings blues rocking singer/songwriter guitarist Ryan McGarvey on “Back to Life,” on the appropriately titled ‘Up from the Ashes.’ Out May 31, it’s his first album in eight [Continue] Continue reading
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Keb’ Mo’ Announces New Album ‘The Breakdown’ Shares Single

Keb' Mo' Announces New Album 'The Breakdown' Shares Single More than 50 years into a career marked by five GRAMMY wins, an Americana Music Association Lifetime Achievement Award, performances everywhere from Carnegie Hall to The White House, and songs recorded by everyone from B.B. King to BTS, Keb’ Mo’ returns with his most stripped-down and [Continue] Continue reading Keb’ Mo’...
Warren Haynes Releases Live Version of ‘Shakedown Street’

Warren Haynes and the Asheville Symphony Orchestra, 2019 Photo credit: David Simchock
Warren Haynes Releases Live Version of 'Shakedown Street' GRAMMY® Award-winning vocalist, songwriter, guitar legend, producer, and Gov’t Mule frontman
Warren Haynes is offering another taste of what’s to come from his forthcoming Dreams & Songs symphonic album with the release of “Shakedown [Continue] Continue reading
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Samantha Fish Interview ‘Paper Doll Live’

Photo credit: Doug Hardesty Samantha Fish Interview 'Paper Doll Live' By Martine Ehrenclou A leading guitarist and singer of her generation, multi award-winner Samantha Fish is known for her musicianship, live performances and ripping guitar. She’s come a long way over the last few years but one thing has never changed—her fiery live [Continue] Continue reading Samantha Fish Interview...
Albert Castiglia Announces New Album ‘Grits & Glory’

Albert Castiglia Announces New Album 'Grits & Glory' Multiple Blues Music Award winner and Billboard No. 1 artist
Albert Castiglia isn’t pulling any punches on Grits & Glory, his latest solo studio album on Gulf Coast Records, recorded at the legendary Abbey Road Studios. The record feels like a full-circle moment, reconnecting Albert with the [Continue] Continue reading
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Blues Music From Rock, Soul and Raw Country Artists

Blues Music From Rock, Soul and Raw Country Artists – This episode focuses on Musical Artists who were deeply influenced by The Blues but took the path to another genre. We feature Recordings that show the Blues Roots of Little Feat, The Chambers Brothers and David Allan Coe. Please enjoy!! Episode 276 – Recorded 5-16-2026 The post
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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,...