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In Nashville’s progress versus preservation debate, the home turf for blues ‘n’ roots master Stacy Mitchhart is at the epicenter of the battle—but change could be good news for the blues, says Mitchhart
The Blues Foundation will honor 15 individuals and organizations with its 2015 Keeping the Blues Alive Awards during a recognition luncheon Friday, January 23, 2015, in Memphis, Tennessee
Robinson announced the decision Friday at Morgan Freeman’s Ground Zero Blues Club, The Clarksdale Press-Register reports.
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According to multiple sources, Finis Tasby, the Los Angeles bluesman that fronted the popular band The Mannish Boys has passed away following a long battle with cancer.
The Empress of the Blues: A Tribute to Bessie Smith out November 25th
A juke or juke joint is a funky little bar that provides dance music from a piano player, but it’s real meaning goes MUCH deeper than that. Discover the fascinating hidden history behind the word “Juke”
Jay Sieleman, The Blues Foundation’s President and Chief Executive Officer, announced today he will step down from leading The Blues Foundation organization
The Blues Blast Music Awards winners are in after a grand ceremony at the Fluid…