Immortal blues musician and presidential candidate John Lee Hooker has released a powerfully critical statement on the widespread corruption among major banks and Wall Street, calling it a key part of his political strategy, one he says does not take a fancy multi-part, multi-paged plan. Standing in front of a bar owned by the famed

American Blues Scene was on hand as the National Blues Museum, members of the press, and families gave a grand farewell to ten of the best and brightest students from Saint Louis.

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Though the song has been featured in dozens of movies, it’s lyrics continue to be somewhat of a mystery. The song, like so many traditional folk songs, has a long and storied history, winding from rushed phonetic translation in New Orleans to a misheard title in Chess Records and far beyond and before.

The Pignose amplifer — a battery-ppowered, 5 watt monster — was introduced in the early 70s and quickly became a popular fixture for small gatherings and practices.

In recognition of the impact of Blues Music on American culture, and in conjunction with Black History Month, President Obama and the First Lady will be hosting a number of blues artists at the White House on Tuesday, February 22nd. Among the artists performing are B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Keb’ Mo’, recent Grammy winners Susan

The Memphis Horns, Wayne Jackson and Andrew Love, have received the prestigious Grammy Lifetime Achievement award. The duo’s vast collection of musical accomplishments are almost unmatched.

We maintain focus at the guitar stage of the signal — In other words, on guitars that are usually seen in the hands of our favourite blues masters. This article will enter Gibson’s semi-hollow body territory, the ES-335.

Best Blues Album – Revelator by the Tedeschi Trucks Band

Whitney Houston, who reigned as pop music’s queen until her majestic voice and regal image were ravaged by drug use, erratic behavior and a tumultuous marriage to singer Bobby Brown, has died. She was 48.

Just a month after spinal fusion surgery, New Orleans legend Bryan Lee wants fans to know the procedure was a success &how very grateful he is to everyone who bestowed him & his wife with their prayers, gifts, and support.

Due to the poor treatment of roots music, ABS has chosen not to cover the Grammy awards this year. However, musicians protesting the self servient awards ceremony are open territory.