Richard Ludmerer’s Top Indie Blues Releases of 2024
Making a Scene Presents Richard Ludmerer’s Top Indie Blues Releases of 2024
Richard Ludmerer’s top blues releases of 2024 showcase a blend of tradition and innovation, highlighting artists who honor the genre’s roots while pushing its boundaries. From soul-stirring guitar solos to heartfelt harmonica riffs, this year’s collection captures the raw emotion and storytelling that define blues music. Featuring breakout stars and veteran legends alike, these albums span Delta blues, Chicago blues, and modern blues-rock, offering something for every fan. With rich vocals, gripping lyrics, and electrifying performances, Ludmerer’s picks celebrate the enduring power and evolution of the blues.
Listed in No Particular order
Lurrie Bell & Frank Catalano – Set Me Free Delmark
Anthony Paule Soul Orchestra – What Are You Waiting For – Blue Dot Records
Free World – More Love – Swirldisc Records
Chris Daniels & The Kings with Freddi Gowdy – Blues With Horns Volume II Independent
Greg Nagy – The Real You – Independent
Andy Peake – Pocket Change – Big Little Records
Gary Nicholson – Common Sense -Qualified Records
Albert Castiglia – Righteous Souls – Gulf Coast Records
Ronnie Baker Brooks – Blues in My DNA – Alligator
Colin James – Chasing The Sun – Stony Plain
Tab Benoit – I Hear Thunder – Whiskey Bayou Records
Chris Bergson – Comforts of Home – 2 Shirts Records
Memphis Royal Brothers – Ryal Records
Billy Price – Person of Interest – Little Village Records
Kid Andersen Spirits Lisa Andersen Soul – Little Village Records
Bruce Katz Band – Back in Boston – Dancing Rooster Records
Willy Buck & The Delmark All-Stars Live – Delmark Records
Bernard Allison – Luther’s Blues – Ruf Records
Sue Foley – One Guitar Woman – Stony Plain
Anthony Geraci – Tears in My Eyes – Blue Heart Records
Big Harp George – Cooking With Gas – Blues Mountain Records
Chris O’ Leary – The Hard Line – Alligator Records
John Primer & Bob Corritore – Crawlin’ Kingsnake – Vizztone Records
Rick Vito – Cadillac Man – Blue Heart Records
Nick Gravenites – Rogue Blues – MC Records
Rick Estrin & The Nightcats – The Hits Keep Coming – Alligator Records
Matt Guitar Murphy – The Legacy of – Nola Blue Records
Curtis Salgado – Fine By Me – Little Village Records
Alastair Greene – Standing Out Loud – Ruf Records
Gerald McClendon – Down At The Juke Joint – Delta Roots Records
Tas Cru – All Natural Cage Free & Fan – Sub Cat Records
Mike Zito Life Is Hard Gulf Coast Records
Sam Joyner Come What May I’ll Always Love You Independent
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