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

January 27, 2025March 27, 2025 - by JBP

Samantha Fish, Kansas City’s blues-rock titan, dropped Faster back in 2021, and though it’s taken us a hot minute to unpack this gem—blame life’s chaos—it’s more than worth the wait. …

Warren Haynes Presents: Christmas Jam-Reveals 2025 Lineup

Photo: Christmas Jam 2023 by Michael Weintrob Warren Haynes Presents: Christmas Jam--Reveals 2025 Lineup Warren Haynes Presents: Christmas Jam has revealed the lineup and ticketing details for this year’s 33rd annual event. The Christmas Jam – one of the most celebrated and longest-running live concerts in the U.S. – returns to ExploreAsheville.com Arena [Continue] Continue reading Warren Haynes Presents:...
RIX, Luther and Jano Rix Share New Single ‘OOP’

RIX, Luther and Jano Rix Share New Single 'OOP' RIX, the father/son duo of Luther and Jano Rix, have shared “Oop,” the third and final single to be released ahead of their first-ever album together, Legacy, Vol. 1, due out November 7. A delectably funky, soul-jazz instrumental that recalls the retro grooves of artists like [Continue] Continue reading
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Review: Kelli Baker ‘Granite’

Review: Kelli Baker ‘Granite’ By Hal Horowitz Few people who experience blues/soul/rock singer/songwriter Kelli Baker live leave her shows without being blown away by her lung power and dynamic stage presence. And most of them would love to support the relatively undiscovered artist by purchasing a physical CD or vinyl to enjoy after the last [Continue] Continue reading
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Review: Lonnie Mack ‘Live From Louisville 1992’

Review: Lonnie Mack 'Live From Louisville 1992' By Jim Hynes Ask most casual blues fans about who pioneered blues-rock, and the likely answers may range from Stevie Ray Vaughan to Jeff Beck and other British Invasion guitarists such as Eric Clapton and Jimmy Page. Yet, they were all influenced by arguably the greatest pioneer of [Continue] Continue reading
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Bobby Charles’ ‘Last Train To Memphis’ New Single Feat. Sonny Landreth

Bobby Charles' 'Last Train To Memphis' New Single Feat. Sonny Landreth and Delbert McClinton Lovers of authentic American roots, country, and rock and roll songcraft are eagerly anticipating The Last Music Company’s reissue of a lost gem, the revelatory Last Train to Memphis by
Bobby Charles. Originally released by Rice ‘n’ Gravy Records and Proper [Continue] Continue reading
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Beth Hart Announces ‘You Still Got Me’ May 2026 UK Tour

Photo: Rocky Roode Beth Hart Announces 'You Still Got Me' May 2026 UK Tour Beth Hart returns to the UK for five exhilarating concerts in May 2026. Planet Rock’s 48-hour ticket pre-sale starts 10am GMT on Wednesday October 22 at Planet Rock. The UK tour will kick off at Bristol Beacon on Friday [Continue] Continue reading Beth Hart Announces...

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...