Blues

One of the early pioneers of jump blues, pianist Memphis Slim was one of the most influential bluesmen of all time. His songs, written as Peter Chatman, have been covered by artists as far ranging as Jimi Hendrix, Ella Fitzgerald, B.B. King, John Mayer,...

One of the earliest British Blues Bands, Savoy Brown were pioneers in the UK Blues Rock Movement of the 60's and 70's.Originally called the Savoy Brown Blues Band. Recorded live in the Rainbow Music Hall, Denver Colorado, June 27, 1981 ("Run to Me",...

One of the Chess "Blues Big Four," Sonny Boy Williamson was a supremely resourceful musician - creator of one of blues's transcendent bodies of recordings and mentor to an impressive array of harpists including Howlin' Wolf, Junior Parker and Little...

One of The Blues' finest ever sidemen/accompanists, guitarist Eddie Kirkland built a big reputation working with the mighty John Lee Hooker, both live and on record, between 1949 and 1962. Indeed, Eddie was just about the only guitarist who was able to...

One of most celebrated and respected bluesmen working today, Joe Louis Walker, returns with some of the most electrifying recordings he's done in his over 4 decade long career! This extraordinarily diverse set includes both incredible new compositions...

One of America?s greatest blues performers, Guitar Shorty is known for his dynamic guitar style, wild stage persona and powerful voice. In the late 1980?s he teamed with the legendary producer Jerry Williams Jr. a.k.a. Swamp Dogg to produce the funky...

One of America?s greatest blues performers, Guitar Shorty is known for his dynamic guitar style, wild stage persona and powerful voice. In the late 1980?s he teamed with the legendary producer Jerry Williams Jr. a.k.a. Swamp Dogg to produce a live album...

One hundred years ago, a child was born in Mississippi a poor, African-American boy who would grow up, learn to sing and play the blues, and eventually achieve worldwide renown. In the decades after his death, he has become known as the King of the Delta...

Once known as Young Jesse, New Orleans-based R&B/blues artist pays tribute to many of the legends he has worked with, inc. Fats Domino, Huey "Piano" Smith, Chris Kenner, Little Richard & others, making finger poppin', hip slappin', exasperatin' Mardi...

Once again The Nighthawks prove that with great songs and great musicians you can make powerful, moving music in a stripped down acoustic setting. "Back Porch Party" is sort of a follow up to their BMA winning CD "Last Train To Bluesville". Recorded live...

Once a Rocker....ALWAYS a Bluesman. Bobby Messano's latest offering is loaded with guitar driven blues songs. From the passionate "In the Depths of Love" to the jumpy, thrilling "Get UP and Dance (With the Blues)," blues fans are sure to keep this one in...

On this, his second album as leader, Ken's piano, vocal & writing talents are showcased in a larger ensemble than on his successful debut, "Foolish Man". Joined on many cuts by a five piece band, Ken's music is reminiscent of some of his best work with...