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.

“I’m overwhelmed by the support for the new record, and so glad to see it being received so well.”

Gregg Allman is scheduled to play “ten rare, intimate club performances” at City Winery – New York City from 6 – 11 and 13 – 18 November.

There are no wooden nickels here. This is the genuine article. This band is so tight, they could bind up a charging lion with the web of a spider.

The suit alleges that Clapton incorrectly credited the fabled musician Huddie “Lead Belly” Ledbetter as the writer of the song at issue, “Alberta” in the liner notes of the Unplugged album, released in 1992.