Talkin Blues
‘Handful Of Blues’: Get A Grip On This Robben Ford Classic
With his trio The Blue Line, Robben Ford recorded an exquisitely played and impressively varied set of covers and originals in the 1995 LP ‘Handful Of Blues.’
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Features2 months agoThe Mystery Of The Two Sonny Boy Williamsons
A cynical act of mimicry by Sonny Boy Williamson II sparked a blues legend, the latest chapter of which has been tackled in song by Randy Newman.
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Features3 months agoThe Blues By Any Other Name: The Secrets Behind Blues Nicknames
From John Lee Cooker to Kansas Joe McCoy going by Hamfoot Ham, learn why some of the greats did so much recording under blues nicknames.
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Features4 months ago‘Moanin’ In The Moonlight’: Howlin’ Wolf’s Primal Blues Scream
A collection of 50s singles, ‘Moanin’ In The Moonlight’ brought all of Howlin’ Wolf’s best qualities together: “a tail dragon with a voice like an angel”.
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Features7 months agoRoots Of The Blues: Otis Rush’s Thrilling ‘I Can’t Quit You Baby’
Penned by Willie Dixon, Otis Rush’s song has inspired rip-roaring versions from both Led Zeppelin and The Rolling Stones.
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Features8 months ago‘Spoonful’: The Story Behind Howlin’ Wolf’s Classic Blues Song
A hypnotic, hugely significant song, Howlin’ Wolf’s recording of ‘Spoonful’ became a blues staple recorded by everyone from Etta James to Cream and beyond.
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Features8 months agoThe 36 Best Blues Songs Of All Time
The blues artists talked, the rockers listened. Without the blues there’d be no rock’n’roll, but these influential blues songs were especially pivotal.
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Features8 months agoT-Bone Walker’s ‘Complete Imperial Recordings’: The Fountainhead Of Modern Blues Guitar
Covering sessions spanning several years, T-Bone Walker’s 'Complete Imperial Recordings' witness a precursor to Jimi Hendrix at the peak of his skills.
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Features9 months ago‘King Of The Blues Guitar’: Why Albert King Still Wears The Crown
A classic example of Stax blues, the ‘King Of The Blues Guitar’ album is a go-to for those seeking to acquaint themselves with Albert King.
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Features9 months ago‘The Big Bill Broonzy Story’: A Captivating Tale Of The Blues
Recorded across several intimate sessions, ‘The Big Bill Broonzy Story’ remains an enduring monument to the man who bridged urban and rural blues styles.
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Features12 months ago‘Key To The Highway’: Unlocking Bill Broonzy’s Classic Blues Song
One of the many blues songs with murky origins, 'Key to the Highway' remains a touchstone for blues fans and musicians everywhere.
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Features1 year agoThe Ealing Club, The Rolling Stones, And The Birth Of British Rock
Located in west London, W5, The Ealing Club was once home to The Rolling Stones, The Who and more, and is the iconic birthplace of British rock’n’roll.
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Features1 year ago‘Hoochie Coochie Man’: Behind Muddy Waters’ Classic Blues Song
One of the building blocks of rock’n’roll, Willie Dixon’s ‘Hoochie Coochie Man’ has been recorded by everyone from Muddy Waters to Motörhead.
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Features3 years agoTracing The Path Of The Blues: Infographic
As one of the most influential forces in music and culture, here is infographic snapshot of historical milestones that helped to bring about the blues.
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Features4 years agoOld Souls, New Acts: Young Artists Keeping The Blues Alive
These artists may be young in age but in blues years, they’re old souls. Here are just a few of the young artists keeping the blues alive.
