Tommy Johnson sang about “Fat Mouth”, but the origins of the word run much, much deeper! Discover the story!
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Jim Byrnes’ St. Louis Times, on Black Hen Music has a lot going for it. This album charms listeners, who will find it very inviting. It’s easy on the ears, and tastefully performed.
Pronounced “pharaoh,” faro is an old rural Mississippi synonym… discover the meaning behind what Mississippi John Hurt and Tommy Johnson famously sang about!
Forty Below Records has announced the signing of the legendary “Godfather of British Blues,” John Mayall, and a May 13 release date for his first studio album in five years
Mississippi’s oldest music museum to honor the life and influence of the Delta native
with events throughout month
Jack White has just premiered his new video, “High Ball Stepper.” White’s new album LAZARETTO is set for release on June 9th/10th on Third Man Records.
Every week, Elwood Blues digs deep down between the seats and pulls another interesting, exciting, revealing interview with another blues personality from the archives.
“Experience Hendrix is more than I ever expected it to be… and I had high expectations.” says guitar powerhouse Ana Popovic.
The competition was fierce: Downchild Blues Band, MonkeyJunk, David Gogo, Harrison Kennedy, and James ‘Buddy’ Rogers were nominated for the hugely prestigious blues album Juno award.
Steve Dawson’s Rattlesnake Cage is a gift to the ears, and the soul as well. Stunning in it’s immediacy and simplicity, the music awakens the spirit.