It is Jones’ phenomenal LP with her band which confirms her rapid progress towards that predicted future success. In between, a major highlight of the Scottish blues calendar has been Liz Jones’ moving and respectful tribute to the late Peter Green’s Fleetwood Mac.

In this era of cookie cutter festivals, often run by large corporate entities, it’s nice to know that they’ve been keeping it real down in Clarksdale, Mississippi.

Matthews is set to release his most ambitious album to date: a double album of 24 songs and almost three hours of music.

His time with the Drifters allowed him to grow vocally, and what you hear on his new album ‘It Ain’t Easy’ is blues from the soul.

This sensational 8-piece takes its name from the flagship passenger train of the Leigh Valley Railroad which ran from New York to Buffalo from 1896 until 1959.

Sean’s mesmeric, heavy guitar strumming replicates the authentic sound of the original.

The amazingly talented and internationally acclaimed Sue Foley graced the Evanston Space stage!

Performances from the likes of Justin Hayward of the Moody Blues, Al Stewart, the Zombies, Little River Band, he Alan Parsons Live Project, Starship with Mickey Thomas, and more!

Steve (The Deacon) Hunter’s new 10-track CD release is one part covers and one part originals. In total, a great showcase of his arranging skills and guitar prowess.

Kevin and Michael Bacon discuss ‘Ballad of the Brothers,’ out April 19 via Forosoco Music/Forty Below Records!

“I’m soon approaching 40 years of playing on the Chicago blues/music scene. Hard to believe.”

The group will make stops in the Michigan cities of Three Oaks, Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, and Lansing before touring the United Kingdom in May.