B.B. King – Someday, Somewhere – Performance and Review
This track was the A-side of one of at least four King singles released in 1952. B.B. King – Someday, Somewhere With the amount of material required to fulfill the…
Blues Songs
Jools Holland with his R & B Orchestra, featuring Jeff Beck – Drown in My Own Tears
Because he didn’t have the commercial success of his friends Eric Clapton and Jimmy Page, Beck’s innovations and influence are sometimes overlooked. From his time with the Yardbirds to his…
Beth Hart – Can’t Let Go
It’s unfair that this woman isn’t more famous, especially since she has a better voice and stage presence than 99% of female artists today. The Iridium is an excellent venue…
The Derek Trucks Band – Days Is Almost Gone
Slide guitar virtuoso Derek Trucks was born on June 08, 1979. He bought his first guitar for $5.00 at a garage sale at the age of nine and played his…
Tedeschi Trucks Band – Hear My Dear
The Tedeschi Trucks Band is known for their dynamic live shows, and this performance of “Hear My Dear” is no exception. It’s a perfect blend of soulful melodies, intricate instrumentals,…
Review: Rory Gallagher – Walking Blues – Live at Montreux
If you love blues music, you’ll enjoy Rory Gallagher’s performance of “Walking Blues” at Montreux. This recording captures his shows from 1975 to 1985, a decade filled with soulful energy…
Review: Stevie Ray Vaughan – “Life Without You” Live at Capitol Theatre
“We are all here to help each other, love each other, and be brothers and sisters. We’ve got one chance in this life, to get out of here whether we…
Albert King and Gary Moore – Stormy Monday – Review and Performance
The live performance of “Stormy Monday” by Albert King and Gary Moore at Hammersmith Odeon in 1990 is a standout moment in blues history. This show highlights the impressive talents…
Howlin’ Wolf: A Blues Legend’s Journey and ‘Worried About My Baby
Howlin’ Wolf – Worried About My Baby Chester Arthur Burnett, (named after the 21st President of the United States) known the world over as Howlin’ Wolf, was born on this…
Stevie Ray Vaughan’s ‘Tightrope’ – Performance and Review
Stevie Ray Vaughan’s ‘Tightrope’ – Performance and Review – Live From Austin, TX. Pretty much my favorite SRV song. It’s about his struggles with addiction – a struggle he won….