Blues: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Isaac Hayes Profile
Profile of soul legend Isaac Hayes, architect of the Memphis soul sound and influential rhythm and blues pioneer.
Profile of soul legend Isaac Hayes, architect of the Memphis soul sound and influential rhythm and blues pioneer.
Blues CD August 2008
New Blues CD releases for August 2008, compiled by the Rev. Keith A. Gordon, your About.com Blues Guide.
New Blues CD releases for August 2008, compiled by the Rev. Keith A. Gordon, your About.com Blues Guide.
BayfrontBlues08
Details for the 2008 Bayfront Blues Festival in Duluth, Minnesota, including festival line-up.
Details for the 2008 Bayfront Blues Festival in Duluth, Minnesota, including festival line-up.
Early Blues Artists
Six Essential Blues Arts from the Early Blues Era, 1910-1950
Six Essential Blues Arts from the Early Blues Era, 1910-1950
Buddy Guy Skin Deep
Album review of Buddy Guy's Skin Deep, which features guest stars like blues musicians Derek Trucks, Susan Tedeschi, Eric Clapton, Robert Randolph, and the amazing nine-year-old Quinn Sullivan.
Album review of Buddy Guy's Skin Deep, which features guest stars like blues musicians Derek Trucks, Susan Tedeschi, Eric Clapton, Robert Randolph, and the amazing nine-year-old Quinn Sullivan.
Blues-Rock Guitarists
Profiles of five essential blues-rock guitarists that helped define the genre and influence a generation of musicians to follow.
Profiles of five essential blues-rock guitarists that helped define the genre and influence a generation of musicians to follow.
Modern Blues Artists
Profiles of six essential modern blues artists, circa 1950-1980
Profiles of six essential modern blues artists, circa 1950-1980
Blues Books
Five books that are informative, easy reads that will educate both the blues "newbie" as well as the experienced blues fan.
Five books that are informative, easy reads that will educate both the blues "newbie" as well as the experienced blues fan.
Muddy Waters' Live At Newport 1960
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CD cover for Muddy Waters' Live At Newport 1960
Howlin' Wolf's Moanin' In The Moonlight
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CD cover for Howlin' Wolf's Moanin' In The Moonlight
Blues Music Awards 2008
The Blues Foundation's annual Blues Music Awards recognize excellence in blues music. Here are details on the 2008 Blues Music Awards winners.
The Blues Foundation's annual Blues Music Awards recognize excellence in blues music. Here are details on the 2008 Blues Music Awards winners.
Riverfront Blues 2008
Details on the 2008 Riverfront Blues Festival In Wilmington, Delaware including headliners and other blues artists performing over the festival weekend.
Details on the 2008 Riverfront Blues Festival In Wilmington, Delaware including headliners and other blues artists performing over the festival weekend.
Contemporary Blues
Six essential Contemporary Blues Artists
Six essential Contemporary Blues Artists
Sonny Landreth From The Reach
Album review of Sonny Landreth's From The Reach, the slide guitarist's collaboration with talents like Eric Clapton, Mark Knopfler, Vince Gill and others.
Album review of Sonny Landreth's From The Reach, the slide guitarist's collaboration with talents like Eric Clapton, Mark Knopfler, Vince Gill and others.
Bluesin'
Before you plan your vacation this year, take note that The Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise has announced the dates of the company's upcoming "Bluesin' On The High Seas!" cruises, along with the first of the two cruise's line-up of performers.
Before you plan your vacation this year, take note that The Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise has announced the dates of the company's upcoming "Bluesin' On The High Seas!" cruises, along with the first of the two cruise's line-up of performers.
Irma Thomas - Soul Blues Female Artist of the Year
Irma Thomas - Soul Blues Female Artist of the Year
Irma Thomas - Soul Blues Female Artist of the Year
CapnPete
Memphis radio legend Cap'n Peter, the alter-ego of deejay Dee Henderson, was silenced by a bullet on Wednesday, July 16, 2008 in his southwest Memphis home.
Memphis radio legend Cap'n Peter, the alter-ego of deejay Dee Henderson, was silenced by a bullet on Wednesday, July 16, 2008 in his southwest Memphis home.
Jimi Hendrix Blues
Album review of Blues by Jimi Hendrix, a classic collection that spotlights the great rock guitarist's significant contributions to blues music and blues-rock music.
Album review of Blues by Jimi Hendrix, a classic collection that spotlights the great rock guitarist's significant contributions to blues music and blues-rock music.
Johnny Winter Live Bootleg 2
Album review of Live Bootleg Series Vol. 2 by blues guitarist Johnny Winter, a collection of the slide-guitar wizard's favorite blues songs by artists like B.B. King, Mose Allison, and Robert Johnson.
Album review of Live Bootleg Series Vol. 2 by blues guitarist Johnny Winter, a collection of the slide-guitar wizard's favorite blues songs by artists like B.B. King, Mose Allison, and Robert Johnson.
The Paul Butterfield Blues Band
CD cover for The Paul Butterfield Blues Band
CD cover for The Paul Butterfield Blues Band
Blues Slide Guitarists
Six essential blues slide guitarists that influenced a future generation of blues and blues-rock musicians.
Six essential blues slide guitarists that influenced a future generation of blues and blues-rock musicians.
Otis Rush's Classic Cobra Recordings
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CD cover for Otis Rush's Classic Cobra Recordings
Blues Festival Guide 2008
Review of the 2008 Blues Festival Guide, a directory of blues music festivals and other blues music related stuff.
Review of the 2008 Blues Festival Guide, a directory of blues music festivals and other blues music related stuff.
Magic Sam's West Side Soul
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CD cover for Magic Sam's West Side Soul
Son Seals' Midnight Son
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CD cover for Son Seals' Midnight Son
Junior Wells' Hoodoo Man Blues
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CD cover for Junior Wells' Hoodoo Man Blues
Bobby Rush's Raw - Acoustic Blues Album of the Year
CD cover for Bobby Rush's Raw - Acoustic Blues Album of the Year
CD cover for Bobby Rush's Raw - Acoustic Blues Album of the Year
Dr. John City That Care Forgot
Album review of Dr. John's City That Care Forgot, the New Orleans musical legend's lament for the destruction of his hometown.
Album review of Dr. John's City That Care Forgot, the New Orleans musical legend's lament for the destruction of his hometown.
Chicago Blues Fest 2008
The Chicago Blues Festival celebrates its 25th anniversary with a stellar line-up of talent, including B.B. King, Koko Taylor, and Johnny Winter with James Cotton.
The Chicago Blues Festival celebrates its 25th anniversary with a stellar line-up of talent, including B.B. King, Koko Taylor, and Johnny Winter with James Cotton.
Juke Joint Festival 2008
Journey to the heart of the Mississippi Delta for the 5th annual Juke Joint Festival in Clarksdale, Mississippi.
Journey to the heart of the Mississippi Delta for the 5th annual Juke Joint Festival in Clarksdale, Mississippi.
Howlin' Wolf
Profile of blues legend Howlin' Wolf, the biggest and baddest artist in the history of the Chicago blues
Profile of blues legend Howlin' Wolf, the biggest and baddest artist in the history of the Chicago blues
Steady Rollin' Bob Margolin - Best Blues Instrumentalist, Guitar
Steady Rollin' Bob Margolin - Best Blues Instrumentalist, Guitar
Steady Rollin' Bob Margolin - Best Blues Instrumentalist, Guitar
Muddy Waters
Profile of Chicago blues musician Muddy Waters, legendary singer, slide guitarist, and band leader.
Profile of Chicago blues musician Muddy Waters, legendary singer, slide guitarist, and band leader.
Watermelon Slim & the Workers' The Wheel Man - Blues Album of the Year
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CD cover for Watermelon Slim & the Workers' The Wheel Man - Blues Album of the Year
Buddy Guy's I Was Walking Through The Woods
Buddy Guy's I Was Walking Through The Woods
Buddy Guy's I Was Walking Through The Woods
Jimmy Rogers' Chicago Bound
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CD cover for Jimmy Rogers' Chicago Bound
Kenny Neal Let Life Flow
Album review of Let Life Flow album by second generation blues musician Kenny Neal, a talented guitarist and gifted blues harp player.
Album review of Let Life Flow album by second generation blues musician Kenny Neal, a talented guitarist and gifted blues harp player.
Watermelon Slim & the Workers - Blues Band of the Year
Watermelon Slim & the Workers - Blues Band of the Year
Watermelon Slim & the Workers - Blues Band of the Year
Bettye Lavette - Contemporary Blues Female Artist of the Year
Bettye Lavette - Contemporary Blues Female Artist of the Year
Bettye Lavette - Contemporary Blues Female Artist of the Year
Balling Jack
Definition of blues slang phrase balling the jack
Definition of blues slang phrase balling the jack
Lost & Found 1
Album review of Chris Barber Presents Lost & Found, Vol. 1 featuring vintage performances from gospel music great Sister Rosetta Tharpe and folk-blues legends Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee.
Album review of Chris Barber Presents Lost & Found, Vol. 1 featuring vintage performances from gospel music great Sister Rosetta Tharpe and folk-blues legends Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee.
John Mayall Profile
Profile of British blues-rock legend John Mayall, founder of John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, mentor of Eric Clapton, Peter Green, and future members of Fleetwood Mac.
Profile of British blues-rock legend John Mayall, founder of John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, mentor of Eric Clapton, Peter Green, and future members of Fleetwood Mac.
Little Walter Profile
Profile of Chicago blues harp legend "Little Walter" Jacobs, former Muddy Waters Band member and the influential innovator of blues harmonica.
Profile of Chicago blues harp legend "Little Walter" Jacobs, former Muddy Waters Band member and the influential innovator of blues harmonica.
Blues Royalties Due
Sound Exchange, the digital performance royalty collection organization, is sitting on millions of dollars of money due to musicians, including many blues artists
Sound Exchange, the digital performance royalty collection organization, is sitting on millions of dollars of money due to musicians, including many blues artists
Johnny Winter Second Winter
Album review of Second Winter, blues-rock guitarist Johnny Winter's second album from 1970.
Album review of Second Winter, blues-rock guitarist Johnny Winter's second album from 1970.
Earl Hooker Profile
Profile of noted Chicago blues slide guitarist Earl Hooker.
Profile of noted Chicago blues slide guitarist Earl Hooker.
Rolling Stones Profile
Profile of British blues-rock legends the Rolling Stones.
Profile of British blues-rock legends the Rolling Stones.
Rory Gallagher Profile
Profile of Irish blues-rock guitarist Rory Gallagher, a prolific recording artist and tireless performer.
Profile of Irish blues-rock guitarist Rory Gallagher, a prolific recording artist and tireless performer.
Blues - FullReviews
An index of FullReviews for the Blues guide site.
An index of FullReviews for the Blues guide site.
Eric Gales Story
Album review of Eric Gales' The Story Of My Life, the seventh studio album from the blues-rock guitar prodigy.
Album review of Eric Gales' The Story Of My Life, the seventh studio album from the blues-rock guitar prodigy.
Eddy Clearwater
Profile of Chicago blues guitarist Eddy The Chief" Clearwater, notable bluesman with a rock-n-roll edge.
Profile of Chicago blues guitarist Eddy The Chief" Clearwater, notable bluesman with a rock-n-roll edge.
Buddy Guy
Profile of legendary Chicago blues guitarist Buddy Guy, often cited by Eric Clapton as his favorite blues guitarist.
Profile of legendary Chicago blues guitarist Buddy Guy, often cited by Eric Clapton as his favorite blues guitarist.
Gatemouth Brown
Profile of Texas blues legend Clarence Gatemouth Brown, talented guitarist and influential roots musician that mixed electric blues music with elements of country, jazz, and Cajun sounds.
Profile of Texas blues legend Clarence Gatemouth Brown, talented guitarist and influential roots musician that mixed electric blues music with elements of country, jazz, and Cajun sounds.
Junior Wells Profile
Profile of Chicago blues legend Junior Wells, master of the blues harp, former Muddy Waters Band member and frequent performing partner of blues guitarist Buddy Guy.
Profile of Chicago blues legend Junior Wells, master of the blues harp, former Muddy Waters Band member and frequent performing partner of blues guitarist Buddy Guy.
Robert Johnson
Profile of Mississippi Delta blues legend Robert Johnson, influential slide guitarist and blues music songwriter.
Profile of Mississippi Delta blues legend Robert Johnson, influential slide guitarist and blues music songwriter.
Albert Collins
Profile of Texas blues guitarist Albert Collins, better known as the Ice Man for his chilly, fluid six-string style.
Profile of Texas blues guitarist Albert Collins, better known as the Ice Man for his chilly, fluid six-string style.
Hubert Sumlin - Traditional Blues Male Artist of the Year
Hubert Sumlin - Traditional Blues Male Artist of the Year
Hubert Sumlin - Traditional Blues Male Artist of the Year
Koko Taylor's Old School - Traditional Blues Album of the Year
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CD cover for Koko Taylor's Old School - Traditional Blues Album of the Year
The Holmes Brothers - Soul Blues Album of the Year winners for State Of Grace
The Holmes Brothers - Soul Blues Album of the Year winners for State Of Grace
The Holmes Brothers - Soul Blues Album of the Year winners for State Of Grace
Big Mama Thornton Waters
Album review of With The Muddy Waters Blues Band 1966 by Big Mama Thornton, performing with Muddy Waters, Otis Spann, and James Cotton.
Album review of With The Muddy Waters Blues Band 1966 by Big Mama Thornton, performing with Muddy Waters, Otis Spann, and James Cotton.
Eric Sardinas and Big Motor
Album Review of Eric Sardinas and Big Motor by extraordinary blues-rock guitarist Eric Sardinas
Album Review of Eric Sardinas and Big Motor by extraordinary blues-rock guitarist Eric Sardinas
Vivian Campbell Two Sides Of
Album review of Vivian Campbell's Two Sides Of If album, the talented British guitarist explores the blues-rock form with authority.
Album review of Vivian Campbell's Two Sides Of If album, the talented British guitarist explores the blues-rock form with authority.
Duane Allman
Profile of late blues-rock slide guitarist Duane Allman, founder of the Allman Brothers Band and a notable studio musician. Allman also performed on the classic Derek & the Dominos album.
Profile of late blues-rock slide guitarist Duane Allman, founder of the Allman Brothers Band and a notable studio musician. Allman also performed on the classic Derek & the Dominos album.
Scrapomatic Sidewalk Caesars
Album review of Scrapomatic's Sidewalk Caesars album featuring an exciting blend of blues, roots-rock, country twang and Southern soul, with a guest appearance from blues guitarist Derek Trucks.
Album review of Scrapomatic's Sidewalk Caesars album featuring an exciting blend of blues, roots-rock, country twang and Southern soul, with a guest appearance from blues guitarist Derek Trucks.
2008 Blues HOF
List of 2008 Blues Hall of Fame inductees as chosen by The Blues Foundation, including artist profiles.
List of 2008 Blues Hall of Fame inductees as chosen by The Blues Foundation, including artist profiles.
Guitar Watson DVD
Preview of Johnny Guitar Watson's Live In Concert DVD, which features a 1993 performance from the North Sea Jazz Festival.
Preview of Johnny Guitar Watson's Live In Concert DVD, which features a 1993 performance from the North Sea Jazz Festival.
Bobby Rush Profile
Profile of folk-funk bluesman Bobby Rush, whose unique blend of soul, blues, and funk music has made the artist a popular live performer.
Profile of folk-funk bluesman Bobby Rush, whose unique blend of soul, blues, and funk music has made the artist a popular live performer.
Tommy Castro Band - Contemporary Blues Album of the Year winners for Painkiller
Tommy Castro Band - Contemporary Blues Album of the Year winners for Painkiller
Tommy Castro Band - Contemporary Blues Album of the Year winners for Painkiller
Tommy Castro's Painkiller - Contemporary Blues Album of the Year
CD cover for Tommy Castro's Painkiller - Contemporary Blues Album of the Year
CD cover for Tommy Castro's Painkiller - Contemporary Blues Album of the Year
Big Bill Broonzy
Profile of Chicago blues legend Big Bill Broonzy.
Profile of Chicago blues legend Big Bill Broonzy.
Back Door Man
Definition of, or meaning of terms used in blues music and blues music-related subjects.
Definition of, or meaning of terms used in blues music and blues music-related subjects.
Jeff Healey Mess Of Blues
Album review of Mess Of Blues from Canadian blues-rock guitarist Jeff Healey.
Album review of Mess Of Blues from Canadian blues-rock guitarist Jeff Healey.
Bluesbreakers With Clapton
Album review of John Mayall's Bluesbreakers With Eric Clapton, a groundbreaking British blues album that popularized American blues music with young British rock fans.
Album review of John Mayall's Bluesbreakers With Eric Clapton, a groundbreaking British blues album that popularized American blues music with young British rock fans.
Clarence Spady Just Between Us
Album review of Just Between Us by blues guitarist Clarence Spady, a talented string-bender and skilled soungwriter with a retro-soul sound.
Album review of Just Between Us by blues guitarist Clarence Spady, a talented string-bender and skilled soungwriter with a retro-soul sound.
Kenny Wayne Shepherd's 10 Days Out - Blues DVD of the Year
Cover for Kenny Wayne Shepherd's 10 Days Out - Blues DVD of the Year
Cover for Kenny Wayne Shepherd's 10 Days Out - Blues DVD of the Year
Stevie Ray Vaughan
Profile of influential Texas blues-rock guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Profile of influential Texas blues-rock guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Duke Robillard Profile
Profile of blues musician Duke Robillard, founding member of Roomful of Blues and noted blues and jazz guitarist.
Profile of blues musician Duke Robillard, founding member of Roomful of Blues and noted blues and jazz guitarist.
Muddy Waters, Johnny Winter & James Cotton's Breakin' It UP, Breakin' it DOWN - Historical Album of the Year
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CD cover for Muddy Waters, Johnny Winter, & James Cotton's Breakin' It UP, Breakin' it DOWN - Historical Album of the Year
Chicago Blues Albums
Instant Record Collection: Essential Chicago Blues Albums provides a list of ten Chicago blues albums that every blues music fan needs for their collection.
Instant Record Collection: Essential Chicago Blues Albums provides a list of ten Chicago blues albums that every blues music fan needs for their collection.
Charley Patton
Profile of Delta blues legend Charley Patton, influential guitarist and performer from the earliest days of the Mississippi blues.
Profile of Delta blues legend Charley Patton, influential guitarist and performer from the earliest days of the Mississippi blues.
Black Cat Bone
Definition of, or meaning of terms used in blues music and blues music-related subjects.
Definition of, or meaning of terms used in blues music and blues music-related subjects.
Early Blues-Rock Bands
Six Essential Early Blues-Rock Bands
Six Essential Early Blues-Rock Bands
Delta Moon Clear Blue Flame
Album review of Clear Blue Flame by Atlanta blues-rock band Delta Moon
Album review of Clear Blue Flame by Atlanta blues-rock band Delta Moon
Taste Profile
Profile of Irish blues-rock band Taste, featuring guitarist Rory Gallagher, called back for seven encores at the 1970 Isle of Wight Festival.
Profile of Irish blues-rock band Taste, featuring guitarist Rory Gallagher, called back for seven encores at the 1970 Isle of Wight Festival.
Jackie Payne Steve Edmonson
Preview of the new Jackie Payne Steve Edmonson Band album Overnight Sensation, released on the Delta Groove Records label.
Preview of the new Jackie Payne Steve Edmonson Band album Overnight Sensation, released on the Delta Groove Records label.
On The Jimmy Reed Highway
Album review of On The Jimmy Reed Highway by Omar Kent Dykes and Jimmie Vaughan.
Album review of On The Jimmy Reed Highway by Omar Kent Dykes and Jimmie Vaughan.
Legendary Rhythm & Blues Revue
Album review of Command Performance, by the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Revue featuring Tommy Castro, Deanna Bogart, Ronnie Baker Brooks and Magic Dick.
Album review of Command Performance, by the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Revue featuring Tommy Castro, Deanna Bogart, Ronnie Baker Brooks and Magic Dick.
The Holmes Brothers' State of Grace - Soul Blues Album of the Year
CD cover for the Holmes Brothers' State of Grace - Soul Blues Album of the Year
CD cover for the Holmes Brothers' State of Grace - Soul Blues Album of the Year
Tommy Castro
Tommy Castro
Tommy Castro
Little Walter's His Best
CD cover for Little Walter's His Best
CD cover for Little Walter's His Best
Blues Harp Masters
Since the early-1900s roots of the blues, only the guitar can rival the harmonica, or "mouth harp's" importance as a solo instrument. Portable, inexpensive, and easy to learn yet capable of producing a wide range of notes, tones, and textures, in the hands of a skilled player, the instrument will take the listener on a flight of fancy unparalleled in the world of music.
Since the early-1900s roots of the blues, only the guitar can rival the harmonica, or "mouth harp's" importance as a solo instrument. Portable, inexpensive, and easy to learn yet capable of producing a wide range of notes, tones, and textures, in the hands of a skilled player, the instrument will take the listener on a flight of fancy unparalleled in the world of music.
Blues For Dummies
Review of reference book Blues For Dummies, written by Lonnie Brooks, Cub Koda, and Wayne Baker Brooks.
Review of reference book Blues For Dummies, written by Lonnie Brooks, Cub Koda, and Wayne Baker Brooks.
Bluesfest International 2008
Bluesfest International, Canada's premiere music festival, to be held in July 2008 in Windsor and London, Ontario Canada.
Bluesfest International, Canada's premiere music festival, to be held in July 2008 in Windsor and London, Ontario Canada.
Stevie Ray Vaughan Profile
Profile of influential blues-rock guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Profile of influential blues-rock guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan.
John Lee Hooker
Profile of blues giant John Lee Hooker, the "King of Boogie" who has influenced blues and blues-rock artists from Canned Heat to George Thorogood and beyond.
Profile of blues giant John Lee Hooker, the "King of Boogie" who has influenced blues and blues-rock artists from Canned Heat to George Thorogood and beyond.
Blind Lemon Jefferson
Profile of Texas blues legend Blind Lemon Jefferson, friend of folk-blues giant Leadbelly and influential blues musician.
Profile of Texas blues legend Blind Lemon Jefferson, friend of folk-blues giant Leadbelly and influential blues musician.
Dave Specter Chicago DVD
Review of Live In Chicago DVD by Chicago blues guitarist Dave Specter, including guest stars Tad Robinson, Jimmy Johnson, and Sharon Lewis.
Review of Live In Chicago DVD by Chicago blues guitarist Dave Specter, including guest stars Tad Robinson, Jimmy Johnson, and Sharon Lewis.
John Sayles, director of the film Honeydripper
John Sayles, director of the film Honeydripper
John Sayles, director of the film Honeydripper
Mike Zito Today
Album review of Mike Zito's Today, a fine collection of soul-blues with gritty vocals and searing guitar work.
Album review of Mike Zito's Today, a fine collection of soul-blues with gritty vocals and searing guitar work.
billtown
Information on the 19th annual Billtown Blues Festival in Hughesville, Pennsylvania, including list of artists performing.
Information on the 19th annual Billtown Blues Festival in Hughesville, Pennsylvania, including list of artists performing.
Western Maryland Blues Fest
Line-up and details of the 2008 Western Maryland Blues Fest, held in Hagerstown, Maryland.
Line-up and details of the 2008 Western Maryland Blues Fest, held in Hagerstown, Maryland.
Alligator Records
Definition of, or meaning of terms used in blues music and blues music-related subjects.
Definition of, or meaning of terms used in blues music and blues music-related subjects.
Fleetwood Mac Profile
Profile of British blues-rock band Fleetwood Mac, formed by John Mayall's Bluesbreakers alumnus Peter Green and Mick Fleetwood in 1967.
Profile of British blues-rock band Fleetwood Mac, formed by John Mayall's Bluesbreakers alumnus Peter Green and Mick Fleetwood in 1967.
The Yardbirds Profile
Profile of British blues-rock band the Yardbirds, featuring Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and Jimmy Page, three guitarists that would influence the future of rock music and launch the Yardbirds to international stardom.
Profile of British blues-rock band the Yardbirds, featuring Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and Jimmy Page, three guitarists that would influence the future of rock music and launch the Yardbirds to international stardom.
Danny Glover, from the John Sayles film Honeydripper
Danny Glover, from the John Sayles film Honeydripper
Danny Glover, from the John Sayles film Honeydripper
Peter Green Splinter Group
Album review of Peter Green Splinter Group's Time Traders, featuring the spectacular guitar work of former Bluesbreakers/Fleetwood Mac guitarist Peter Green.
Album review of Peter Green Splinter Group's Time Traders, featuring the spectacular guitar work of former Bluesbreakers/Fleetwood Mac guitarist Peter Green.
Duke Robillard Swingin
Album review of A Swingin' Session with Duke Robillard by acclaimed blues and jazz guitarist Duke Robillard.
Album review of A Swingin' Session with Duke Robillard by acclaimed blues and jazz guitarist Duke Robillard.
Mississippi John Hurt
Profile of folk-blues legend Mississippi John Hurt, whose work has influence artists like Bob Dylan, Bonnie Raitt, and Taj Mahal.
Profile of folk-blues legend Mississippi John Hurt, whose work has influence artists like Bob Dylan, Bonnie Raitt, and Taj Mahal.
Delta Moon Goin' Down South
Album review of Goin' Down South by Delta Moon, a collection of blue-rock, R&B, Southern funk, and roots-rock tunes guaranteed to raise the roof!
Album review of Goin' Down South by Delta Moon, a collection of blue-rock, R&B, Southern funk, and roots-rock tunes guaranteed to raise the roof!
Otis Taylor Double V
Album review of Otis Taylor's groundbreaking blues album Double V.
Album review of Otis Taylor's groundbreaking blues album Double V.
Avalon Blues
Album review of Avalon Blues - A Tribute To The Music Of Mississippi John Hurt, featuring the talents of artists like Peter Case, Dave Alvin, John Hiatt, Bonnie Raitt, and Taj Mahal, among others.
Album review of Avalon Blues - A Tribute To The Music Of Mississippi John Hurt, featuring the talents of artists like Peter Case, Dave Alvin, John Hiatt, Bonnie Raitt, and Taj Mahal, among others.
Sean Costello Profile
Profile of blues guitarist Sean Costello
Profile of blues guitarist Sean Costello
Son Seals
Profile of legendary Chicago blues guitarist Son Seals, the original "bad axe" and a long-time Alligator Records recording artist.
Profile of legendary Chicago blues guitarist Son Seals, the original "bad axe" and a long-time Alligator Records recording artist.
James Cotton Profile
Profile of blues harp player James Cotton, trained by the legendary Sonny Boy Williamson, a member of Muddy Waters' Band, and an dynamic solo artist.
Profile of blues harp player James Cotton, trained by the legendary Sonny Boy Williamson, a member of Muddy Waters' Band, and an dynamic solo artist.
Johnny Guitar Watson
Profile of the great blues-funk guitarist Johnny "Guitar" Watson, whose influence helped shape rockers like Jimi Hendrix and Prince, and rappers like Jay-Z and Outkast.
Profile of the great blues-funk guitarist Johnny "Guitar" Watson, whose influence helped shape rockers like Jimi Hendrix and Prince, and rappers like Jay-Z and Outkast.
Koko Taylor - Traditional Blues Female Artist of the Year
Koko Taylor - Traditional Blues Female Artist of the Year
Koko Taylor - Traditional Blues Female Artist of the Year
Stacy Keach, from the John Sayles film Honeydripper
Stacy Keach, from the John Sayles film Honeydripper
Stacy Keach, from the John Sayles film Honeydripper
Lost & Found 3
Album review of Chris Barber Presents Lost & Found, Vol. 3 featuring historic performances from blues music legends like Sonny Boy Williamson, Howlin' Wolf with Hubert Sumlin, and Jimmy Witherspoon.
Album review of Chris Barber Presents Lost & Found, Vol. 3 featuring historic performances from blues music legends like Sonny Boy Williamson, Howlin' Wolf with Hubert Sumlin, and Jimmy Witherspoon.
Mississippi Heat Hattiesburg
Album review of Mississippi Heat's Hattiesburg Blues album, a tasty Chicago-styled blues romp with guest star Lurrie Bell.
Album review of Mississippi Heat's Hattiesburg Blues album, a tasty Chicago-styled blues romp with guest star Lurrie Bell.
Tampa Red Profile
Profiles of Chicago blues guitarist Tampa Red, known on the Chicago blues scene of the 1920s and '30s as "The Guitar Wizard" for his incredible slide-guitar style.
Profiles of Chicago blues guitarist Tampa Red, known on the Chicago blues scene of the 1920s and '30s as "The Guitar Wizard" for his incredible slide-guitar style.
Fabulous Thunderbirds
Profile of Texas blues band the Fabulous Thunderbirds, starring Kim Wilson.
Profile of Texas blues band the Fabulous Thunderbirds, starring Kim Wilson.
Bessie Smith Profile
Profile of legendary blues singer Bessie Smith.
Profile of legendary blues singer Bessie Smith.
Sonnny Boy Williamson I
Profile of blues harp legend John Lee "Sonny Boy" Williamson, known to the blues world as Sonny Boy Williamson I. An innovator on the harmonica, Williamson influenced artists like Little Walter and Junior Wells.
Profile of blues harp legend John Lee "Sonny Boy" Williamson, known to the blues world as Sonny Boy Williamson I. An innovator on the harmonica, Williamson influenced artists like Little Walter and Junior Wells.
Elmore James Profile
Profile of blues guitarist Elmore James, known as the King of the Slide Guitar.
Profile of blues guitarist Elmore James, known as the King of the Slide Guitar.
Bobby Rush - Acoustic Blues Artist of the Year & Soul Blues Male Artist of the Year
Bobby Rush - Acoustic Blues Artist of the Year & Soul Blues Male Artist of the Year
Bobby Rush - Acoustic Blues Artist of the Year & Soul Blues Male Artist of the Year
Honeydripper Original Soundtrack Album
CD cover for the Honeydripper Original Soundtrack Album
CD cover for the Honeydripper Original Soundtrack Album
Keb' Mo', from the John Sayles film Honeydripper
Keb' Mo', from the John Sayles film Honeydripper
Keb' Mo', from the John Sayles film Honeydripper
Gary Moore Back To Blues
Album review of Back To The Blues by Gary Moore, British blues-rock guitarist and former Skid Row and Thin Lizzy band member.
Album review of Back To The Blues by Gary Moore, British blues-rock guitarist and former Skid Row and Thin Lizzy band member.
Eric Clapton
Profile of legendary British blues-rock guitarist Eric Clapton, who has played with bands such as John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, Cream, and Derek & the Dominos as well as pursuing a significant solo career over the past 30+ years.
Profile of legendary British blues-rock guitarist Eric Clapton, who has played with bands such as John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, Cream, and Derek & the Dominos as well as pursuing a significant solo career over the past 30+ years.
Arhoolie Records
Definition of, or meaning of terms used in blues music and blues music-related subjects.
Definition of, or meaning of terms used in blues music and blues music-related subjects.
Arthur Lee Williams, from the John Sayles film Honeydripper
Arthur Lee Williams
Arthur Lee Williams
Joe Bonamassa So Its Like That
Album review of Joe Bonamassa's So, It's Like That, the young blues music prodigy's second album.
Album review of Joe Bonamassa's So, It's Like That, the young blues music prodigy's second album.
Danny Glover & Lisa Gay Hamilton, from the John Sayles film Honeydripper
Danny Glover & Lisa Gay Hamilton, from the John Sayles film Honeydripper
Danny Glover & Lisa Gay Hamilton, from the John Sayles film Honeydripper
Dr. Mable John & Arthur Lee Williams, from the John Sayles film Honeydripper
Dr. Mable John & Arthur Lee Williams, from the John Sayles film Honeydripper
Dr. Mable John & Arthur Lee Williams, from the John Sayles film Honeydripper
Junior Kimbrough
Profile of Mississippi Hill Country bluesman Junior Kimbrough, patriarch of the Kimbrough family and friend of musician R.L. Burnside.
Profile of Mississippi Hill Country bluesman Junior Kimbrough, patriarch of the Kimbrough family and friend of musician R.L. Burnside.
Son House
Profile of Delta blues legend Son House, influential guitarist and performer and running partner of Charley Patton
Profile of Delta blues legend Son House, influential guitarist and performer and running partner of Charley Patton
Eureka Springs Blues Weekend
The Eureka Springs Blues Weekend 2008 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas will feature free blues music in the Basin Park as well as performances by blues legend Koko Taylor and IBC 2008 winners Trampled Under Foot.
The Eureka Springs Blues Weekend 2008 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas will feature free blues music in the Basin Park as well as performances by blues legend Koko Taylor and IBC 2008 winners Trampled Under Foot.
Blue Books for Beginners
Brief reviews of recommended books for the new blues fan
Brief reviews of recommended books for the new blues fan
Best Of The Blues
Review of author Robert Santelli's invaluable album guide, The Best of the Blues.
Review of author Robert Santelli's invaluable album guide, The Best of the Blues.
Beale Street Music Fest 2008
Since its inception in 2000, the Beale Street Music Festival has hosted a diverse range of rock, R&B, Gospel and blues artists on its stage. This year's line-up is no exception, anchored by big name rockers like My Chemical Romance and Santana as well as pop stars like Fergie and Michael McDonald.
Since its inception in 2000, the Beale Street Music Festival has hosted a diverse range of rock, R&B, Gospel and blues artists on its stage. This year's line-up is no exception, anchored by big name rockers like My Chemical Romance and Santana as well as pop stars like Fergie and Michael McDonald.
Blind Willie Johnson Profile
Profile of slide guitarist Blind Willie Johnson, influential gospel and blues artist of the 1920s.
Profile of slide guitarist Blind Willie Johnson, influential gospel and blues artist of the 1920s.
Alexis Korner Profile
Profile of blues musician and bandleader Alexis Korner, known as the Father of British Blues, mentor to musicians like Mick Jagger and Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones.
Profile of blues musician and bandleader Alexis Korner, known as the Father of British Blues, mentor to musicians like Mick Jagger and Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones.
Jimmy Page
Profile of British blues-rock guitarist Jimmy Page of the legendary rock band Led Zeppelin.
Profile of British blues-rock guitarist Jimmy Page of the legendary rock band Led Zeppelin.
Blind Arvella Gray
Album review of Blind Arvella Gray's The Singing Drifter album, the Chicago blues street singer's lone 1972 album reissued by Conjuroo Recordings.
Album review of Blind Arvella Gray's The Singing Drifter album, the Chicago blues street singer's lone 1972 album reissued by Conjuroo Recordings.
Fabulous Tbirds Painted On
Album review of Painted On CD by the Fabulous Thunderbirds featuring harmonica master Kim Wilson.
Album review of Painted On CD by the Fabulous Thunderbirds featuring harmonica master Kim Wilson.
Janiva Magness What Love
Review of Janiva Magness' What Love Will Do album, a collection of songs on the theme of love, interpreted by powerhouse blues singer Magness.
Review of Janiva Magness' What Love Will Do album, a collection of songs on the theme of love, interpreted by powerhouse blues singer Magness.
Michael Burks Iron Man
Album review of Alligator Records CD release Iron Man by blues guitarist Michael Burks.
Album review of Alligator Records CD release Iron Man by blues guitarist Michael Burks.
Tommy Castro Painkiller
Review of Tommy Castro's Painkiller album, the tenth album from the noted Bay area bluesman.
Review of Tommy Castro's Painkiller album, the tenth album from the noted Bay area bluesman.
Blues - GuideReviews
An index of GuideReviews for the Blues guide site.
An index of GuideReviews for the Blues guide site.
Barrelhouse
Definition of, or meaning of terms used in blues music and blues music-related subjects.
Definition of, or meaning of terms used in blues music and blues music-related subjects.