From the early 1900s to the 1930s, certain speakeasies/brothels in African American urban communities were known as “buffet flats.” Discover the bawdy, wild hidden meanings behind this word!
Browsing: News
July 9, 2013 Telarc debut reveals a musically sophisticated young sister/brother/brother trio heavily inspired by classic blues and rock
We all know the classic tracks that Robert Johnson laid down. Now discover the landmark legal battle between the Stones and Johnson’s estate that helped form copyright law.
The 34th annual Blues Music Awards WINNERS are being announced and this is the LATEST LIST!
A white Steinway grand piano salvaged from musician Fats Domino’s home after Hurricane Katrina has had its classic looks restored.
This is the grand return of our weekly series, The Language of the Blues, exploring the meaning and significance of unique words used in the blues!
Celebration Featuring First Lady Michelle Obama Highlights Impact of Mississippi Museum.
The fight to save Gip’s Place, the legendary Bessemer, Alabama juke joint, came to city hall Tuesday night.
The Black Keys, with their unique, droning delta blues-based rock, took their show to The Sprint Center in Kansas City, Missouri.
The highly anticipated Blues Music Awards, the largest yearly event from The Blues Foundation, will be commencing Thursday, May 9th! Get all the information you need to be ready for the biggest night in the blues!