Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks, Eric Clapton and Others – The Sky Is Crying – Live at Jeff Beck Tribute Concert, London, 2023. Susan dresses like a suburban mom taking her kids to a pool party, but plays like Hendrix and Band of Gypsys blowing the doors out of the Fillmore East. Awesome! Susan Tedeschi’s appearance […]
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Etta James – I’d Rather Go Blind – Live at Montreux, 1975. Introduction In the annals of soul and rhythm and blues music, few songs can claim the enduring power and emotional resonance of Etta James’ “I’d Rather Go Blind.” Released in 1968, this iconic track has etched itself into the collective consciousness of music
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John Lee Hooker – Boom Boom – Live, 1969. Festival gig – France. John Lee Hooker – Guitar, Vocal. Sunnyland Slim – Piano; Willie Dixon – Bass; Johnny Shines – Guitar; Clifton James – Drums. Music has the incredible power to transcend time and space while evoking emotions and memories with each note and lyric.
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B.B. King – Everyday I Have The Blues – Live B.B. King, the legendary “King of Blues,” left an indelible mark on the world of music with his soul-stirring guitar prowess and emotive vocals. One of his most iconic tracks, “Everyday I Have the Blues,” remains a quintessential piece of blues history. In this comprehensive
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Ray Charles – I’ve Got a Woman – Live in Miami, 1999. Ray Charles, the legendary genius of American music, has left an indelible mark on the world with his soul-stirring melodies and unforgettable performances. Among his vast repertoire, “I’ve Got A Woman” stands as a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences across generations.
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Dust My Broom – Elmore James The blues, born from the fertile soil of the Mississippi Delta, has endured the test of time as one of the most influential genres in music history. Elmore James stands as a true legend among the luminaries who have left an indelible mark on the blues landscape. His electrifying
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Howlin’ Wolf – Smokestack Lightning – Live, 1964. This is the only known filmed version of “Smokestack Lightning” by Howlin’ Wolf. This was shot in England during the famed American Folk Blues Festival tours and features the legendary Hubert Sumlin on guitar. In addition to other great Howlin’ Wolf footage, our archive houses many iconic
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Gary B.B. Coleman – The Sky is Crying The raw emotional power and soulful melodies of Blues music has a unique ability to touch the deepest recesses of the human heart. Gary B.B. Coleman’s, “The Sky is Crying,” expresses the enduring allure of the blues. Released in 1994, this album is a master work of
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Muddy Waters and The Band – Mannish Boy – Live, San Francisco 1976. The blues genre has been a cornerstone of American music. It has deep roots in the Mississippi Delta and its ability to evoke raw emotions and storytelling prowess. In the vast ocean of blues legends, one name shines exceptionally bright – Muddy
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Daniel Castro – I’ll Play The Blues For You Among the many talented blues musicians, Daniel Castro has carved a niche for himself. He is an expert in this genre of music and his album, “I’ll play The Blues for you,” is a proof of that. The blues has always occupied a special place in
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