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“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.
“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.
“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.
“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.
“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.
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.
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.
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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