“I noticed that my academic research and my inner torment at the time intersected. I lived the blues, while studying the power of blues music to its fans today.”

“I feel this thing, music – you know? I don’t care what nobody think. Once I get up here, that’s it. I let it all out.”

Greenwell is a force to be reckoned with and he really brings it with his harp and horn playing, and his powerful vocals. He brings the music of New Orleans and Louisiana to life.

“For those who love guitar solos, this one is headed straight for your wheelhouse.”

These indelible, iconic brands join Howlin’ Wolf, Bo Diddley, Johnny Winter and others as part of the Bluescentric family.

“… Everyone is wishing Mick a speedy recovery, and further news will be announced at the appropriate time.”

It just shows what a rich pool of talent Memphis has to draw from. Not only this year, but for many years to come.

This week, Throwback Thursday looks at an album that is the culmination of a lifetime’s work, a lifetime of living and looking at the world, and being given a second chance to do what you love.

Hurt taught himself to play guitar, beginning around the age of 9.

The Chicago blues are alive and well, and Lurrie Bell is the pulse.