Buddy Guy – ‘The Blues Don’t Lie’
APPLE MUSIC
I was all set to like this new Buddy Guy album, but I don’t … I love it! Great songs. Guest stars galore. And the production around Buddy is as good as it gets. This album “don’t lie.” (Definitely worth a listen.) [PREVIEW]
Kira Mac – “Mississippi Swingin’”
YOUTUBE
Some “take-no-prisoners” Blues-Rock from a new band, Kira Mac. Rhiannon Kira crushes the vocals on this tune and their November debut album (Chaos Is Calling) might just be something to set a calendar reminder for. [VIDEO]
Colin James Says He Picked Up Some Tips From Blues Legend Buddy Guy
CALGARYHERALD
Colin James is thankful to be on the road – and double-thankful to have shared the stage with Buddy Guy. “We really had a riot playing,” said the Regina Bluesman, fresh off his recent Maple Blues Awards win. (Lucky man.) [ARTICLE]
Thorbjørn Risager & The Black Tornado – ‘Navigation Blues’
APPLE MUSIC
The new album from Thorbjørn Risager & The Black Tornado covers a lot of musical ground. The band fuses several styles and influences together into one record and it all fits together beautifully. I just love these guys. [PREVIEW]
Joanne Shaw Taylor – “Fade Away”
YOUTUBE
It’s gonna be a big year for Joanne Shaw Taylor. She’s got 2 albums & a concert video in the can in less than a year. Now, a new album’s due this month that looks to be a “genre-bender.” (Here’s the video evidence.) [VIDEO]
Larkin Poe Talk Recording Their Blues-Infused Rock ‘n’ Roll Album, ‘Blood Harmony’
GUITARPLAYER
Here’s a deep dive into Larkin Poe’s recording process for their current album Blood Harmony. It’s obvious that these two sisters are totally dedicated to their craft. And that’s a big reason their music is soooo good. [ARTICLE]
Robert Jon & The Wreck – ‘Wreckage Vol. 2’
APPLE MUSIC
Robert Jon & The Wreck can sure cook. Robert Jon’s voice mesmerizes me. (Bromance?) And their songs always hook you in. This album was recorded live and the musicianship dazzles. Southern (California) Blues-Rock at its best. [PREVIEW]
The Commoners – “Find A Better Way”
YOUTUBE
Coming to you from a breezy rooftop in Canada, The Commoners. This is the title track to their upcoming November album, ‘Find A Better Way.’ Great lead singer, great band, great song. (Life is good aye?) [VIDEO]
Tedeschi Trucks Band – Broken Record Podcast
YOUTUBE
Here are Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi hanging out backstage at the Greek Theater. The interviewer is Justin Richmond and he pulls some great behind-the-scenes stories out of these down-to-earth stars. [PODCAST]
Crystal Shawanda – ‘Midnight Blues’
APPLE MUSIC
That powerful voice of Crystal Shawanda is on full display in her new album Midnight Blues. I love the way she digs into every tune. She’s a gifted vocalist and she doesn’t hold anything back on this record. [PREVIEW]
Jon Beres
I’m one part Blues Fan and one part Digital Native (with a dash of Curmudgeon.) I’m also the publisher of AlltheWayBlue.com. If you love the Blues, I have a feeling we’ll get along just fine - cheers!
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