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!
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 main event of the evening was Mac Arnold and Plate Full O’ Blues. Arnold and his band gave the crowd a set of Chicago blues that was kickin’!
In an act of protest against the city of Bessemer and their decision to close down one of the only remaining juke joints left in the country, Gip’s Place is planning on having their regular Saturday show. They are snubbing their noses at city hall and will continue to do what they’ve been doing there for over 5 decades.
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!
This album is at once subtle, classy, well executed, and well played. It is a cut above. Perhaps the best thing about The Best of Don’t Call Her Larry Blues Mix is that it is a whole lot of fun.
Celebration Featuring First Lady Michelle Obama Highlights Impact of Mississippi Museum.