A Grammy awarded in 1984 to blues legend Koko Taylor, along with a Chicago Blues Legacy Award, will be auctioned May 28, 2026.
Author: American Blues Scene Staff
A newly restored 1978 broadcast finds Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers in full early-flight form, now pressed as a 3,000-copy split dye collector’s vinyl.
Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi bring their signature sound to the national anthem at the Kentucky Derby.
Through archival footage, candid interviews, and live performance, the film looks at Gregg Allman’s life without separating the music from the cost of it.
Listen to the title track from Todd Mosby’s 12-track album spanning jazz, folk, blues, and Missouri’s sound.
Stripped-down performances from Trey Anastasio’s 2025 Spring Acoustic Tour reveal the heart of his four-decade career.
“When I walk on a stage, I know the crowd has to come to have a good time and forget about their problems for a few hours. Our music makes them happy – they can stomp their feet, clap their hands, dance around and smile. I love to see that, because it makes me feel like I have a purpose – that’s why I play music.”
– Gregg Allman
The concert film captures Tedeschi Trucks Band’s sold-out Madison Square Garden debut with special guests Trey Anastasio, Norah Jones, and Lukas Nelson.
With Hardy leading the Foundation, Austin Blues Festival 2026 celebrates the city’s enduring blues spirit and Antone’s influence.
The expanded run continues a show that connects Jim Croce’s songs with A.J.’s evolving catalog.
