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“Out of all the places that people try to have a different approach with the blues, Mississippi is the one who stayed true to the blues line.”
Come home to the 35th annual King Biscuit Blues Festival.
“Looking back at the severity of his symptoms, he feels like it’s a miracle that he is feeling much better.”
“I had written a song many years ago called ‘Buttermilk Kid’.”
“Wherever I go I find a bowlegged woman, whether it’s Kansas City or anywhere.” – Bobby Rush
“I think the Blues are here to stay. I am trying to make my mark while I am alive. What I do now is going to last forever.” – Bobby Rush
“You can’t make a hit record. You do the best you can and hope it’ll be a hit.” – Bobby Rush
Sanders played with the heaviest of hitters during his time in Chicago. Besides Howlin’ Wolf, he also accompanied artists that included Jimmy Reed, Hound Dog Taylor, Albert King, Magic Sam, Little Junior Parker, BB King, and Bobby “Blue” Bland, to name just a few.
What do you get when Queens of the Stone Age invite Bobby Rush onstage? A good time of course!
“I’m just gifted and blessed. I feel pretty good once I’ve got the ladies on the side of me, and I’m always learning.”