Author: Brant Buckley

Collin Jordan on decades of mastering records at Chicago’s Boiler Room and across more than 25 countries.

Deb Callahan talks about writing from real-life experience, developing her voice onstage, and navigating the blues landscape in Philadelphia.

In this personal essay, longtime ABS contributor Brant reflects on the spiritual and emotional experience of honoring his mentor Jesse Graves in the Black Hills.

Tom Hambridge: Turning a blank page into “magic,” this five-time Grammy-winning producer, drummer, and songwriter shares how groove, emotion, and relentless curiosity forge today’s essential blues.

What’s it like being a go-to bassist in the blues world? Rodrigo Mantovani takes us inside his music, his mentors, and the projects that keep him inspired.

If you’ve caught a jam band bill in the last two decades, chances are Rob Compa’s guitar was part of the soundtrack. he’s charting a new course and telling us how.

Joe Bucher, Freshwater Fishing Hall of Famer and musky angling icon, shares how his lifelong passions for fishing and music now merge in his popular ‘Cabin Jams’ series.

Meet Matthew Campbell, founder of My Wedding Songs and the man helping millions curate the perfect wedding soundtrack. From his roots as a wedding DJ in Montana to launching one of the top online music resources for couples, Matthew shares how timeless tunes, emerging trends, and a deep love for music shape unforgettable wedding moments.

In this photo-rich guide, ten legendary blues artists are remembered where they now rest—beneath flowers, stone, and sky. From Dinah Washington’s bold spirit to Muddy Waters’ electric fire, each grave tells a story still humming through Chicago’s streets.

“Some of the vocals on this EP were recorded on the same mic Sir Paul McCartney used at one point.”