Month: February 2012

They call him Big Llou, the well-known voice of the “Ten Commandments of the Blues” on B.B. King’s Bluesville, because he weights 300 pounds — and he wants the world to know it!

We maintain focus at the guitar stage of the signal — In other words, on guitars that are usually seen in the hands of our favourite blues masters. This article will enter Gibson’s semi-hollow body territory, the ES-335.

Best Blues Album – Revelator by the Tedeschi Trucks Band

Whitney Houston, who reigned as pop music’s queen until her majestic voice and regal image were ravaged by drug use, erratic behavior and a tumultuous marriage to singer Bobby Brown, has died. She was 48.

Just a month after spinal fusion surgery, New Orleans legend Bryan Lee wants fans to know the procedure was a success &how very grateful he is to everyone who bestowed him & his wife with their prayers, gifts, and support.

If you’re going to be in the Orlando Area on the 18th, you may be in luck!! American Blues Scene has 3 sets of V.I.P. tickets to the Blues B-Q Festival

From the first track the listener knows this won’t be a bells and whistles experience.

Due to the poor treatment of roots music, ABS has chosen not to cover the Grammy awards this year. However, musicians protesting the self servient awards ceremony are open territory.

It is with deep regret that we must report on the passing of The Mississippi Marvel, an outstanding blues artist who recorded for delta blues label Broke and Hungry Records for the last several years.

Attend this event to pay tribute to Saint Louis’ rich history in blues music, and learn and be a part of the many exciting developments in the city’s blues community.