Chicago blues piano great “Barrelhouse” Chuck has died after a four year battle with prostate cancer. He was 58 years old.
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“Well, I’ll tell you; sometimes life can throw you a curve. Take a swing. Who knows? You may hit a home run, but you got to stay in the game.”
At 12:35 PM on Saturday, November 19th, 2016, WXXO, went ‘On the Air’ and launched Clarksdale’s 24 hour blues and roots radio station, known as XRDS.fm.
Cale himself is constantly smiling, like a kid in a candy store, about to walk out the door with a pocket full of sweets no one knows he has.
The music that Greg Lake left for us will continue to speak to us for many years yet to come. What more could he have asked for?
The Mississippi Blues Trail Program not only celebrates and immortalizes the state’s vast contributions to the music world, but also draws so many to our state who are yearning for an authentic experience.
Nominees in the Best Music Video category include the very soulful Leon Bridges for his “River” video.
Throughout the album, James showcases his versatility with smooth slide guitar, finger picking, biting leads, and grungy power chords. All are executed with the finesse and style that gives him such a great sound.
As part of their Statehood Series, there will be a 2017 forever stamp that celebrates the 200th anniversary of Mississippi statehood.
The Recording Academy has announced 25 new musical works that will be added to the Grammy Hall of Fame this year.