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Here’s How to Replicate the Magic of the Blues Greats By Art Thompson published 30 June 22 Get in the tone zone of Eric Clapton, Albert Collins, Albert King, B.B. King, T-Bone Walker and Stevie Ray Vaughan.
After 20 Years in the Wilderness, Larry McCray Returns in Style With 'Blues Without You' By Mark McStea published 12 May 22 Thanks to a restart and a new album his future looks brighter than ever.
“If You Want to Be a Creator, You’ve Got to Go On a Whole Different Journey”: Albert Cummings Talks Blues By Rod Brakes published 4 May 22 With his new album, ‘Ten’, the Strat-slinger is keeping the blues alive and well – and down to earth.
“His Storytelling Was as Brilliant as His Guitar Playing”: How the Spirit of Skip James is Felt Stronger than Ever Today in Bentonia Blues By Jim Beaugez published 13 April 22 Washed up at age 30, the legendary bluesman was rediscovered in 1964, just five years before his death.
The History of the Fender Telecaster By Richard Smith published 14 March 22 How Fender’s seminal solidbody helped ignite a cultural revolution.
Living Legend Larry McCray Releases New Bonamassa/Smith-Produced Track “Breaking News” By Rod Brakes published 4 March 22 Video The Rust Belt bluesman reveals the second single from his long-awaited new album, ‘Blues Without You.’
Listen to Blues Guitar Virtuoso Albert Cummings’ Hard-Rocking Single “Need Somebody” from His Forthcoming ‘Ten’ Album By Rod Brakes last updated 17 February 22 Read our exclusive interview and get a sneak preview of the opening track.
Gibson Makes History Again with the B.B. King Lucille Legacy By Rod Brakes published 2 February 22 The King of Blues’ legacy lives on with this revamped Gibson signature model.
Here’s Some Blues You Can Really Use By Rob Laing, Jon Bishop, Chris Bird published 26 January 22 Improve your playing with this master class on everything you need to know for better blues.
