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Epiphone, in partnership with Gibson Custom and the Hendrix family, is proud to introduce the Jimi Hendrix™ “Love Drops” Flying V™, an Inspired by Gibson Custom recreation of a guitar that Jimi customized and played extensively from 1967-1969.

The folkies have extended their residency at Buffa’s Back Room through the rest of the year, and Father Ron will be headed back to The Viper room for a solo set. 

It has taken 55 years for an audio recording of the entire epic standalone performance of Ten Years After at Woodstock to be released. Originally recorded on the evening of 17th August 1969, the band’s live triumph is now preserved for posterity, newly restored and featuring fresh mixes from the 2” multi track tapes. Loraine Burgon, girlfriend of frontman Alvin Lee between 1963-1973, shares with us her track-by-track commentary of the set!

First book by music industry veteran Cary Baker traces development of blues, doo-wop, folk and even jazz and classical music on the streets. Features interviews with Lucinda Williams, Billy Bragg, Violent Femmes, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott, Mary Lou Lord, Peter Case, Poi Dog Pondering, Madeleine Peyroux, Old Crow Medicine Show, Mojo Nixon, Satan & Adam, and more, plus eyewitnesses of busking through two centuries.

Premiering exclusively on American Blues Scene is the lyric video for the sympathetic single “Keeping My Brother Down.” Kevin started writing the song after reading about Emmett Till’s murder. He finished it by drawing a throughline to Eric Garner and the events of Ferguson, MO.

A journey of faith, redemption, and hope against a backdrop of chaos and upheaval, ‘Kingdom’ returns time and again to its message of truth and love.

‘Lead Belly: The Man Who Invented Rock & Roll’ documentary premiering at The Loft at City Winery on September 15!

“On this fifth anniversary of his passing, thank you to all the fans for keeping Dad’s music alive in your hearts for all these years.” – Karla Pratt

High-definition official performance video for “Hello Dolly” premieres today!

This summer tour kicks off with a hometown performance at New Orleans’ Bayou Boogaloo Fest, followed by dates in Louisiana & Texas, before he heads back overseas for a prominent slot at the prestigious Holland International Blues Fest, opening up for Robben Ford & Warren Haynes.