The iconic, legendary blues titan talks about why the blues isn’t on major radio, John Lee Hooker stealing his guitar cords, and a possible movie about his life!
Year: 2013
Everyone from Leadbelly to the Grateful Dead has performed “C.C. Rider,” but the question remains: Who was C.C. Rider?
When it comes to Mississippi-born bluesmen who plied their trade in Chicago when blues was still king, there aren’t many left in 2013. “If you didn’t have a good time tonight it’s your own damn fault!”
Mike Zito strives for truth in his songwriting, his playing, and being a team member; helping the group realize their musical vision. He wants genuine quality in everything he does. Self-serving methods and practices don’t work for him: it’s all about the the song, the group, the music.
Blues and jazz musicians use “cat” to refer to other musicians they respect. Scholars suspect this use of cat stems from this interesting origin…
Selwin Birchwood, Dana Fuchs, Little G Weevil, and more are bringing the blues out on a unique lake nestled in the Missouri ozarks
In mid-July, the KBA winning festival, one of North America’s under-appreciated gems, took place. It’s become the “ski area” version of the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise
If you like swing and jump style blues, you will love this album. The musicianship here is first rate, as are Kane’s vocals. This album is well written, well produced, and well played.
Many delta blues men sang about the mean ol’ captain, including Son House and Robert Johnson. Now find out what “Captain” REALLY means.
The Allman Brothers Band legend talks about the upcoming album that he’s wanted to make his whole life, the ebbs and flows of songwriting, and what made “Low Country Blues” a Grammy-nominated hit.