ZZ Top – La Grange – Live on the Howard Stern Show, 2013. Father: Turn this off. Me: why, dad? Father: we’ve got bigger speakers downstairs. Pure mastery from 3 Texans. The track opens with a distinctive, rhythmic guitar riff that immediately captures the listener’s attention. This riff, combined with the steady drumbeat, sets the […]
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Etta James and Dr. John – I’d Rather Go Blind – Live, 1987. In the heart of 1987, Etta James and Doctor John graced the stage together, creating a musical masterpiece that transcended time. Their live rendition of “I’d Rather Go Blind” is nothing short of a soul-stirring journey, capturing the essence of an era
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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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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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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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Albert King – Born Under A Bad Sign – Live, 1981. Since its release in 1967, this song by Albert King has been a timeless blues song that has left an indelible mark in the world of music. The song showcases the prowess of Albert King as a blues artist. It has a raw, emotional
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