In this installment of Language of the Blues, author and rocker Debra Devi looks at the blues’ favorite word for a fool in love.

Steve Cropper’s crisp, economical guitar lines and studio instincts powered Booker T. & the MGs, Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, and generations of soul and rock recordings.

‘Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted’ is streaming, offering a glimpse inside the wildly creative, eccentric life of the soul-blues pioneer.

Mavericks’ Max Abrams releases a cinematic cover of “Wicked Game,” showcasing his latest album ‘Samba Americana’ while continuing to support Raul Malo and celebrating the band’s enduring legacy.

Jimmy Cliff’s music bridged Kingston rhythms with roots, blues, and soul traditions worldwide.

Stormy night? No problem. Reverend Peyton & his Big Damn Band fired up Garcia’s with hot riffs, fierce washboard, and one big damn blues sound.

Over 90 minutes of Dr. John at his spellbinding best: ‘Live at the Village Gate’ captures a rare 1988 performance, fully restored for fans to relive the magic.

In this installment of Language of the Blues, author and rocker Debra Devi explains how the chitlin’ circuit became both sanctuary and stage for generations of Black musicians during segregation, nurturing early careers from Little Milton to James Brown, B.B. King, and Jimi Hendrix.

The Mavericks will honor frontman Raul Malo with two special tribute nights at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, celebrating his voice, resilience, and the band’s 35-year musical legacy with a lineup of friends and collaborators.

Kristy Lee brought laughs, music, and plenty of wine to the Live Loud Fest cruise, turning her tasting event into a highlight of the voyage.