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Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Gregg Juke & The Mighty No-Stars: Blues Power

Maximum Blues, Soul, and Roots-Rockin' R&B from Gregg Juke & The Mighty No-Stars
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Gary Allegretto: Many Shades of Blue

As the title suggests, it's all here: rockin', swampy, greasy, Piedmont - delivered with inspired musicianship & engaging songs that tell stories - featuring prominent artists including Ivan Neville, Janiva Magness, John Cephas & Doug Macleod, from Gary Allegretto
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Big Belly Blues Band: Big Belly Blues Band

An historic and original band that preserves East Bay music history, Big Belly Blues Band
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Forlini and Cross: Wall of Desire

Texas Blues Rock from Forlini and Cross
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Thursday, February 19, 2009

New Orleans guitarist Snooks Eaglin dies at 72

Snooks Eaglin, the New Orleans rhythm & blues guitarist known for his dexterous finger-picking and boundless repertoire, died Wednesday afternoon. He was 72

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Wednesday, February 18, 2009

30th Blues Music Awards

The 30th Blues Music Awards will be Thursday May 7, 2009 at the Cook Convention Center in Memphis, Tennessee

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Thursday, February 12, 2009

The Mick Fleetwood Blues Band: Blue Again!

"Mick Fleetwood, the iconic co-founder of Fleetwood Mac, is celebrating his blues heritage with his new band, The Mick Fleetwood Blues Band. The band features a tribute to the original Fleetwood Mac, the all-male blues band that started it all in 1967. Bringing together four stellar Blues and Rock musicians, Mick Fleetwood presents a band that is as current as it is nostalgic. At the front of the group, is Rick Vito, veteran Bluesman and former Fleetwood Mac vocalist and lead guitarist. Rick adds his personal touch while staying true to the styling of early Fleetwood Mac front man Peter Green. 'A lot of guys can play the licks but Rick has the tone and that's so important in real blues,' says Mick Fleetwood. With Fleetwood anchoring the band on percussion, the 'other half' of the rhythm section is Lenny Castellanos on bass guitar. As Mick points out, 'I've played with John McVie for 40 years, any bassist who plays with me has big shoes to fill.' - Lenny does a great job filling those shoes while complimenting Mick's unique and revered drum style. Mark Johnstone ties everything together on the keys and backup vocals, infusing a vibrant energy to the group. The band is led, of course, by the legendary Mick Fleetwood, providing a backbone with his unmistakable power-house percussion and persona. The band pays tribute to the Mac's early days, when it drew heavily on American blues music and produced hits such as "Albatross," "Oh Well" and "Black Magic Woman" (which was covered by Santana)."
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Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Gentleman Tim & The Contenders: Left Hook on the Blues

West coast and old-school Chicago blues, Gentleman Tim & the Contenders present their debut album, fifteen tracks of soulful vocals, smokin' harp, and rockin' guitar
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Corey Stevens: Myth Live

Released 2008, Corey Stevens has outdone himself with a smokin' two-disc live album
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Dan Bliss: That's What I'm Here For

Original acoustic blues - singer, songwriter, fingerstyle guitarist - Dan Bliss
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Little Freddie King: Messin' Around Tha House

Dirty, messy blues, stripped down, devoid of flash, sequins and marketing campaigns, Primal as hell-that's where it's at, and that's what Little Freddie King does so well
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Friday, February 06, 2009

Motor City Sheiks: Hombres Perfecto

Juke Joint Blues, Roots & Americana from the Motor City Sheiks
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D. Johnson: Doney Blues

D. Johnson is a critically acclaimed guitar player that performs 1930s Mississippi Delta Blues in the style of Robert Johnson and Son House
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Various: Uncut Detroit III: Live Studio Blues

The third benefit release by WHFR, the non-commercial, volunteer-run radio station broadcasting 24/7 from Henry Ford Community College in Dearborn, Michigan at 89.3fm on the dial to the Detroit area and streaming to the world on the net at http://whfr.fm
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Tony Drake: Touched By An Angel

Soulful blues from the heart of this blind autistic performer, Tony Drake
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Various: Uncut Detroit II

The second benefit release by WHFR, the non-commercial, volunteer-run radio station broadcasting 24/7 from Henry Ford Community College in Dearborn, Michigan at 89.3fm on the dial to the Detroit area and streaming to the world on the net at http://whfr.fm
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Alec Seward: Late One Saturday Evening

One of only a very few recordings by the late guitarist/singer, Alec Seward, captured 'live' at a rollicking 1966 house party. Also featuring Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee, it's a rare look at a prodigious talent and a must for any serious blues collector
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