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Eric Clapton performs at Madison Square Garden on October 8, 1994 in New York City.

Historic Eric Clapton Performance and Martin Scorsese Interview Finally Gets Official DVD and Blu-ray Release

By Rod Brakes published

With a 4K upgrade, audio remix and previously unreleased tracks this bumper blues collection is available to pre-order here.

Bonnie Raitt performs on stage at Hammersmith Odeon, London, England, on August 6th, 1977

Learn to Play Slide Like Bonnie Raitt

By Jeff Jacobson last updated

An in-depth look at the subtle artistic and technical elements behind her celebrated and highly emotive slide playing.

RICK HOLMSTROM

“I’m Sick of All of the Existential, Post-Apocalyptic Doom”: Rick Holmstrom Reacts to the Current Crazy with ‘Get It!’

By Michael Ross published

With a joyful noise this rapid release is all about having a good time.

Albert Cummings

“If You Want to Be a Creator, You’ve Got to Go On a Whole Different Journey”: Albert Cummings Talks Blues

By Rod Brakes published

With his new album, ‘Ten’, the Strat-slinger is keeping the blues alive and well – and down to earth.

Keeping the Blues Alive

“We Try to Swoop In and Help Where We Can”: Joe Bonamassa on Keeping the Blues Alive

By Mark McStea published

How the KTBA label is continuing its mission to promote music and help working musicians.

Skip James at Newport Folk Festival 26th July 1964.

“His Storytelling Was as Brilliant as His Guitar Playing”: How the Spirit of Skip James is Felt Stronger than Ever Today in Bentonia Blues

By Jim Beaugez published

Washed up at age 30, the legendary bluesman was rediscovered in 1964, just five years before his death.

Lance Keltner

“I Was Convinced That I Might Die”: Lance Keltner Talks New Album After Brush with Death

By Rod Brakes last updated

Video Following his near-death battle with Covid last year, the Texas guitarist’s latest LP – 'Lance Keltner & Nuevo Retro' – marks a personal and creative rebirth.

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Dan Patlansky "Bad Soul" from 'Shelter of Bones' album

Watch Dan Patlansky’s Low-Down Dirty “Bad Soul” Music Video

By Rod Brakes published

Video The South African blues-rocker drops second single from new ‘Shelter of Bones’ album.

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John Lee Hooker with Epiphone Zephyr

Watch John Lee Hooker Bringing the Blues to London in 1964

By Jas Obrecht published

Video This historic BBC performance of “Boom Boom” helped turn a whole generation on to the blues.

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Lightnin' Hopkins seen through the window of the studio while recording his album 'Penitentiary Blues' on July, 6, 1960 in Los Angeles

Watch Lightnin’ Hopkins Play “the Best Blues Performance Ever”

By Jas Obrecht published

Video Remembering the influential Texas bluesman born 110 years ago today with this archive gem featuring quotes from Johnny Winter, Billy Gibbons and more.

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