Author: Brant Buckley

The Blues philosophy is about making music as emotional and from the heart as possible.

I don’t like to be greedy. I want to be able to play the guitar like Jimi Hendrix, write songs like Bob Dylan, and perform like Elvis Presley.

A Steve Miller concert is truly a masterclass in songwriting.

Thorogood has the energy of a King Cobra; extremely fast and agile, focused, precise, and intense.

“I think you have to argue as a school founded on Jazz, Jazz was founded on Blues.”

Although he never heard blues music at home, he became one of the most influential figures in Blues during the twentieth century.

“Going in with every artist you need to know where they come from, the kind of music they play, and the personality they have. Knowing this sets the stage for various possibilities.” – Robert Mugge

“I think the Blues are here to stay. I am trying to make my mark while I am alive. What I do now is going to last forever.” – Bobby Rush

“I wanted to show people that young Blacks are still playing and supporting the Blues. This is always a bone of contention with us musicians; being afraid to publicly talk about race even though it is the whole condition and backbone of the Blues.” – Fernando Jones

“The Cash Box Kings are a throwback to the golden age of blues with some kickin’ fresh young blood. Joe is my best friend in the music world.” – Oscar Wilson