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“In all he did, he was so positive. He was such a gentleman and a role model. He did not drink or use drugs, and he always had such a positive energy. That’s why everyone loved him and enjoyed having him around.”
The reissue titles are Etta James’ At Last, Howlin’ Wolf’s His Greatest Sides Vol. 1, and Super Super Blues Band – Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf & Bo Diddley. All titles are coming out 8/26/16, and they are issued on limited color vinyl.
A true American icon and master of the blues, Muddy’s influence on the development of rock music cannot be overstated.
“We used to sit and talk, just like me and you now, and they would talk about life and death. ‘If I go before you I want you to keep this thing going, because we done dedicated our lives to it.’ And I dedicated my life to it now, and every night, every morning when I wake up.
Columbia College’s Mark Kelly recognizes Waters as a “cultural hero” and hopes that the mural will become as recognizable as other Chicago art.
This is the latest installment of our weekly series, The Language of the Blues, in which Debra Devi explores the meaning…
if Muddy’s performance at the Newport Folk Festival in 1958 didn’t cement that reputation on film, the Sony Legacy DVD Soundstage Blues Summit in Chicago, 1974 does.
1. Big Walter April 6th, 1918: Blues harmonica player, “Big Walter” Horton was born in Horn Lake, Mississippi. Also known…
Today would be Muddy Waters’ 102nd birthday, and we’re bringing you several interesting ‘hidden gem’ facts about the life and legacy of Muddy Waters and those who, inspired by his accomplishments, used his innovative music to help change the world!
The word is out on the street, blues fans. Buddy Guy will headline the this year’s Chicago Blues Festival in Grant Park.