Keb’ Mo’: The Breakdown and the Long Way Home
After more than 50 years, Keb’ Mo’ is still looking for the next sound, the next story, the next reason to pick up the guitar. “I keep myself excited,” he says.
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Furry Lewis Sang the Blues at Sun Records in 1961
The reissue of Furry Lewis’ Back on My Feet Again captures a daylong recording session at Sun Records from 1961.
Mike Mattison Turns the Corner at the Midnight Blues
Mike Mattison’s third release as a band leader is a concept album based upon a novella he wrote about a fictional 1930s country blues act, Ted ‘n’ Turk.
Ryan Bingham Rocks the Fox with Powerful Americana
Ryan Bingham has been busy in the acting and spirits industries, but fans can still depend on him to deliver his soulful, bluesy troubadour tunes on stage.
Reed Turchi Sings and Plays Like the World Is on Fire
Reed Turchi’s World on Fire contains eight old-style country blues numbers stripped down to their essence. He finds that plain truths provide solace.
Taj Mahal and Keb’ Mo’ Sound Happy and Bring the Fun
Room on the Porch proves there is more room for Taj Mahal and Keb’ Mo’ to create, sing, and be happy with their collective union.
Rory Block Pays Tribute to Bob Dylan and New York Roots
Blues singer/guitarist Rory Block reaches back to her youth for inspiration in this tribute to Bob Dylan, choosing tunes that “touched her heart and soul”.
Swamp Dogg Goes Bluegrass and Americana on ‘Blackgrass’
On Blackgrass: From West Virginia to 125th St, Swamp Dogg interprets soul, funk, and jazz themes through the lens of bluegrass and Americana forms.
Straight from No Man’s Land: A Conversation with Texas Bluesman Scott H. Biram
To encounter Scott H. Biram live-and-in-person, you’d figure Motörhead’s Lemmy Kilmister had kin in Caldwell County, a distant cousin steeped in Willie Dixon and Lightnin Hopkins.
Charlie Parr Looks Inward and Upward for ‘Little Sun’
Charlie Parr remains aware of his blues tradition, but he mostly moves into his own space, building on his roots background with creativity for Little Sun.
12 Essential Contemporary Blues Artists
Blues is the foundation of much American music, but it’s often seen as a legacy genre. These 12 blues artists make the case for its continuing relevance and vitality.
North Mississippi Allstars ‘Set Sail’ to Higher Ground in Sacramento
It’s a rare band whose newer material shines just as brightly in the live setting as their older classics, but North Mississippi Allstars are just such a group.