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An In Depth Interview with Kathy Murray

Richard L'Hommedieu .blues, americana, blues foundation, blues hall of fame, blues music, blues radio, blues-rock, celebration of Blues and Soul, Funk, IBA, independent blues awards, indie, Indie B, indie Blues, indie blues movement, Indie Rock, making a Scene, r&B, red clay soul, Rock, roots, roots rock February 6, 2017

HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE With the new year’s release of Let’s Do This Thing, Kathy Murray and her band, the electrifying Kilowatts, reassert their place in the blues pantheon that helps Austin, TX keep its reputation as the Live Music Capital of the World. This is far from Murray’s first time at the rodeo. For […]

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LIVE from the Midnight Circus “The Voice of Indie Blues” 1/29/2017

Richard L'Hommedieu americana, blues, blues foundation, blues hall of fame, blues music, blues radio, blues-rock, celebration of Blues and Soul, Funk, IBA, independent blues awards, indie, Indie B, indie Blues, indie blues movement, Indie Rock, making a Scene, r&B, red clay soul, Rock, roots, roots rock February 5, 2017

This is The Voice of Indie Blues .. the show that brings you Independent Blues Artists who understand the true power of the blues and Embrace the Diversity of the Blues! These are the Innovators not the imitators these are the INDIE Blues artists! This week we have a great block of 3 hours of […]

Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

AN in Depth Interview with Patty Reese

HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE Patty Reese is a fan favorite and critic’s choice in the Mid-Atlantic region and over the years and she’s collected enough WAMMIES (Washington Area Music Awards) to fill the a major DC pothole. Awards include Album of the Year, Artist of the Year and Roots Rock Band and Vocalist as well […]

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Thornetta Davis Honest Woman

Richard Ludmerer americana, blues, blues foundation, blues hall of fame, blues music, blues radio, blues-rock, celebration of Blues and Soul, Funk, IBA, independent blues awards, indie, Indie B, indie Blues, indie blues movement, Indie Rock, making a Scene, r&B, red clay soul, Rock, roots, roots rock February 5, 2017

Thornetta Davis Honest Woman Sweet Mama Music Thornetta Davis was born in Detroit. Davis released her first full length studio recording “Sunday Morning Music” in 1996. Her song “Cry”, from that album, was featured in an episode of “The Sopranos”. She appeared at the Ann Arbor Blues and Jazz Fest and sang onstage with Bonnie […]

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John Ginty featuring Astor Pheonyx Rockers

John Ginty featuring Astor Pheonyx Rockers American Showplace Music John Ginty is an in demand organ player appearing on approximately sixty albums for other artists. Ginty’s grasp of American contemporary music enables him to play in a variety of different contexts. In 2013 Ginty starting working with producer Ben Elliot of American Showplace Studios and […]

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Reverend Freakchild – ‘Preachin’ Blues’

Rhetta Akamatsu .blues, americana, Funk, indie, indie Blues, making a Scene, Preachin' Blues, reverend freakchild, RNB, Rock, soul, traditional blues January 31, 2017

Reverend Freakchild has just released a new album called Preachin’ Blues, and on it, that is exactly what he does. Preachers have always found music a powerful tool to share a message, and so does Freakchild. Freakchild has experimented with many blues-based styles but this one is purely traditional..The songs were all recorded live in […]

INDIE Blues Scene

An Exclusive Interview with Dr. Marie Trout

HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE Keynote Panel of The International Blues Challenge “Blues as Healer” Friday, February 3, 2017 at 2:30pm – Alfred’s on Beale Don Wilcock will moderate a discussion with Walter Trout, Kenny Neal, Patti Parks and Marie Trout about how the blues serves as a healing source for so many. The panelists will […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring John Latini

This is The Voice of Indie Blues! The show that brings you the Independent Blues Artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues by creating new original music from those roots. These artists are the Innovators not the imitators .. they believe the future of Blues is with the artists who expand the music .. […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Johnny Mac

This is The Voice of Indie Blues .. the show that brings you those Independent Blues Artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues by creating new original music from it’s roots. These Artists are the innovators not the imitators .. these artists understand the power of the diversity of blues and the importance of […]

Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

An In Depth Interview with John Latini

HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE John Latini may have grown up in Queens, New York, but he’s as truly a son of Michigan as if he’d been issued a passport. It’s not just that this singing, songwriting, guitar-slinging, uber-performing bluesman seems to be a perennial nominee for every Southeast Michigan music award, and winner of many, […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus “The Voice of Indie Blues” 1/23/2017

This IS The Voice of Indie Blues … the show that showcases the Independent Blues Artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues by creating new original music rooted in the blues. These are the innovators .. not the imitators .. the REAL future of the Blues .. these ARE the INDIE Blues Artists! This […]

Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

An In Depth Interview with Johnny Mac

HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE The Johnny Mac Band is a Long Island, New York/Metro based band that plays Blues, R&B, Funk, and Reggae as well as their own brand of original music. The Band has wracked up hundreds of successful performances since its inception in 2012. “What I also have found by the newly emerging Long Island jam band […]

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How to Become a Musician with Jackie Venson

Austin born indie blues guitarist-vocalist, Jackie Venson, announces her web series,How to Become a Musician. Venson just released her live album, and has been featured in such publications as Guitar Player Magazine, Austin Chronicle, Austin Monthly, Texas Monthly and Bitch Media among others. Jackie recently performed on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Now, Venson has created her […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues/ INDIE Blues Scene

Book Review – The Blues: Why It Still Hurts So Good

Book Review The Blues: Why It Still Hurts So Good By Marie B. Trout, PhD Dr. Marie Trout has written a book about me. If you are reading this then it’s probably about you too. Why do I/we love the blues? The book starts “where a study of the blues normally ends. It is written […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues/ INDIE Blues Scene

A ROOM WITH A VIEW OF THE BLUES

A ROOM WITH A VIEW OF THE BLUES by Richard Ludmerer Favorite Vinyl that made me love The Blues These albums are not supposed to be the best blues albums of all time They are albums in my collection that influenced me and made me love the blues Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee The Keys […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Tom Craig

This is The Voice of Indie Blues! We bring you ONLY Independent Blues Artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues by creating new original music rooted in the blues! This is the true tradition of the blues .. these are the innovators not the imitators .. These are the INDIE Blues artists! This week […]

Music on The Couch

Music on the Couch IBC Preview #2

SHOW #353 – 01/16/17 – IBC PREVIEW SHOW #2 Listen here: https://goo.gl/MzO4ag Show Length: 2:02:32 MATT ISBELL – Bandleader of Ghost Town Blues Band 2013 Band Finalist / 2014 2nd Place Band Matt and I discussed his thoughts on the IBC and the rules you need to follow. Matt also talked about the result of GTBB appearing […]

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John Mayall Talk About That

John Mayall Talk About That Forty Below Records John Mayall is the influential British bluesman who formed his band The Bluesbreakers in 1963. A great guitarist, harmonica player, singer, songwriter and bandleader he is still going strong after more than fifty years. Mayall’s band members have included guitarists Eric Clapton, Peter Green, Mick Taylor, Harvey […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Rae and the Royal Peacocks!

This is The Voice of Indie Blues .. the show that brings you Independent Blues Artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues by creating new original music rooted in the blues. These are the innovators not the imitators .. These are the INDIE Blues artists! This week we start off with music from Lisa […]

Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

An In Depth Interview with Tom Craig

HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE Front man, singer/guitar player Tom Craig and Drummer John O’Connell have been partners in Blues and Roots music for the past decade. This past year they’ve teamed up with Eric Johnson on Hammond Organ, Tenor Saxophonist Vince Gleason, Bassist Randy “Rando” Branning and Baritone saxophonist Skyler Hagner. Their broad musical resume includes musical genres […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Lisa Bailes

Tune into The Voice of Indie Blues the show that brings you Independent Blues artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues.. We bring you artists who are creating new original music rooted in the blues .. these are the innovators not the imitators .. these are the INDIE Blues artists! This week we start […]

INDIE Blues Scene

IBC Events Schedule – So You Don’t Miss a Single Opportunity!

Besides the great music and shows that are a central part of the Blues Foundations International Blues Challenge, there are many Seminars, Events, Music and Meet and Greet Opportunites, that happen during the day and late night, you may not be aware of. Whether you are a participant or a fan, if you want to […]

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An In Depth interview with Rae and the Royal Peacocks

HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE Building on the rich blues tradition of Atlanta through the decades, Rae and the Royal Peacocks infuses classic styles with contemporary energy. No matter what blues genre resonates most with you, you’re guaranteed to dance when this band takes the stage. Rae and the Royal Peacocks features several of Atlanta’s favorite […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus “The Voice of Indie Blues” 1/16/2017

This is The Voice of Indie blues. The show that brings you independent blues artists who embrace the diversity of blues by creating new original music from those roots. These are the innovators not the imitators.. These ARE the indie blues artists This week we give you music from Lisa Biales Manitoba Hal Brolund Tom Craig And Soul Patch Rae […]

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CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Rae and The Royal Peacocks – ‘Blues At Its Juke-Jointin’ Finest’

Rhetta Akamatsu .blues, americana, blues at its juke jointin' finest, Funk, indie, indie Blues, making a Scene, new Blues, Rae and the Royal Peacocks, RNB, Rock, soul January 17, 2017

Rae and The Royal Peacocks are something new and special in the blues universe. On the verge of their trip to Memphis to represent Atlanta in the International Blues Challenge, they have released their first EP, Blues at Its Juke-Joint’ Finest, and it is, indeed, fine! The group takes its name from lead singer Rebecca […]

INDIE Blues Scene

The John Pagano Band rocked Darwin’s Dec. 2

Rhetta Akamatsu .blues, Atlanta, Atlanta blues, Atlanta live music, blues foundation, blues hall of fame, blues-rock, Darwin's Blues Club, Funk, indie Blues, indie blues movement, John Pagano Band, JP Blues, jpblues, making a Scene, RNB, roots rock, soul December 6, 2016

By Rhetta Akamatsu The John Pagano Band played Darwin’s Friday night to a good crowd, many of whom had not seen the band before But whether they were seeing the band for the first time or had been around for the evolution from JP Blues to The John Pagano Band, the crowd responded enthusiastically to […]

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INDIE Blues Scene

Annika Chambers at Darwin’s Blues Club, Marietta GA October 29, 2016

Rhetta Akamatsu .blues, americana, annika chambers, Atlanta blues, Darwin's Blues Club, Funk, indie Blues, live blues, making a Scene, RNB, Rock, roots, soul November 7, 2016

By Rhetta Akamatsu Photo Credit: Sandra Richardson Saturday night, October 29, Annika Chambers and her band entertained at Darwin’s Blues Club’s Halloween party in Marietta, GA. They had driven 11 hours from Houston, TX to do the show, but when they hit the stage they were energetic and high-spirited. Chambers, who performed the first set […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus featuring Ray Fuller

Richard L'Hommedieu americana, blues, blues radio, blues-rock, Funk, indie, indie Blues, live from the midnight circus, making a Scene, Midnight Circus, Music on the couch, neo blues, new Blues, nu blues, r&B, RNB, Rock, roots, soul October 22, 2016

Tune into The VOICE of Indie Blues the show that Embraces the diversity of music that has and still is being created using the roots of the blues. This is not your everyday blues show .. because this is the show that only plays currently touring artists who are creating new original music from those […]

Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

An In Depth interview with Brandon Hudspeth of Levee Town

Richard L'Hommedieu .blues, americana, blues radio, blues-rock, Funk, indie, indie Blues, Live from the Midnight Circus., making a Scene, Midnight Circus, Music on the couch, neo blues, new Blues, nu blues, r&B, RNB, Rock, roots, soul October 22, 2016

HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE The beat is supplied by Adam Hagerman. A pro drummer in every sense of the word, skilled in a wide variety of rhythmic styles he has honed his craft on the road and in the studio, bringing a fresh energy to the bandstand each and every night! Jacque Garoutte multi-instrumentalist arranger […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring The King Brothers

Tune into The VOICE OF INDIE BLUES .. the only show that is dedicated to artists who embrace the diversity of Blues .. The INDIE Blues artist This week we start off with music from The Marcus King Band The Smoke Wagon Blues Band Frank Bang and The Cook County Kings Kentucky Head Hunters Charlie […]

Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

An In Depth Interview with Ray Fuller

HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE EPK RAY FULLER from New Albany Ohio, was given his first guitar at the age of 8, a Gibson Melody Maker. At an early age, Fuller was inspired by the British Invasion; Rolling Stones, Yardbirds and the Animals bands. Fuller’s first Blues album he ever heard was John Mayall and the Blues […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Teresa James & The Rhythm Tramps Bonafide

Richard Ludmerer americana, blues, blues radio, blues-rock, Funk, indie, indie Blues, live from the midnight circus, making a Scene, Midnight Circus, Music on the couch, neo blues, new Blues, nu blues, r&B, RNB, Rock, roots, soul October 21, 2016

Teresa James & The Rhythm Tramps Bonafide Jesi-La Records Teresa James is originally from the Houston, Tx. area but has long resided in Los Angeles. In 2000 she released her first recording “Teresa James and the Rhythm Tramps: Live”. The following year she released the “Whole Enchilada” and in 2003 “Oh Yeah”. These albums have […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus “The Voice of Indie Blues” 10/16/2016

Tune into THE VOICE of INDIE Blues .. the only show that embraces and celebrates the diversity of music that always has and is still being created from the roots of the blues. We ONLY play currently touring artists who are creating new original music rooted in the blues .. These ARE the INDIE Blues […]

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An in Depth interview with THE King Brothers!

HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE The King Brothers’ passion and visceral interpretation of the blues attracts fans from all walks of life! Rather than relying solely on the tried and true blues stylings, which they inherited naturally from blues legends like their second cousin “Freddie King” and their Adopted Uncle “Albert King”, Sam and Lee King […]

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Jimmy Thackery Spare Keys

Jimmy Thackery Spare Keys White River Records Jimmy Thackery was born in Pittsburg, Pa. in 1953. He began his career as a member of “The Nighthawks” and spent fourteen years with them recording 20 albums. In 1987 Thackery left the Nighthawks to form his own band “Jimmy Thackery and The Drivers” and went on to […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus featuring Dennis Gruenling

This IS The VOICE of INDIE BLUES .. the show that is dedicated to bringing you the future of the blues that is being created by artists who are touring and performing NEW original music that is rooted in the blues .. Artists who recognize the true power of the blues lives in the Diversity […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Stoni Taylor

Tune into the VOICE of INDIE BLUES! The only show that brings you the future of the blues that is being created by artists who are out there creating new original music from it’s roots. Artists who embrace the diversity of the blues .. these are the INDIE Blues artists! We start this week off […]

Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

An In Depth Interview with Dennis Gruenling

HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE Having spent time in New Orleans during 1992-3, Dennis came back home to the Garden State of NJ and quickly gained a reputation as a young rising star on the local scene, working in a couple different local blues bands. In addition to studying the classic harmonica & Chicago Blues records […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Seth Walker Gotta Get Back

Seth Walker Gotta Get Back The Royal Potato Family Seth Walker hails from the Greenville, North Carolina area but has also lived in Austin, Nashville, New York and New Orleans. At the age of forty-one he has absorbed the blues, country music and Americana of his generation and has already made his mark. His first […]

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An In Depth Interview with Stoni Taylor

HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE Stoni Taylor has been dubbed as being one of the MOST unique vocalist, singer-songwriter and performer to navigate the business. Having had his share of label run-ins, Stoni has opened for major artists and events, backing up spectacular artists vocally as well as toured with other super cool artists. It was […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE From the Midnight Circus Featuring Frank Band!

This is the VOICE of INDIE BLUES .. the only show that is dedicated to the diversity of music that always has and still is being created from the roots of the blues. We give you the future of the blues by only playing currently touring artists who are creating that music from those roots […]

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INDIE Blues Scene

The Georgia Roots and Blues Festival, October 1, 2016

Rhetta Akamatsu americana, blues, blues festivals, blues radio, blues-rock, Funk, Georgia Roots and Blues Festival. Atlanta Blues Society, indie, indie Blues, live blues, live from the midnight circus, making a Scene, Midnight Circus, Music on the couch, neo blues, new Blues, nu blues, r&B, RNB, Rock, roots, soul October 14, 2016

The Atlanta Blues Society presented the first annual Georgia Roots and Blues Festival on Saturday, October 1 and it was a dream come true for the Society and for Georgia blues lovers. It took place at Mable House Barnes Auditorium in Mableton on an absolutely perfect day. The auditorium offers seating at tables, in bleachers […]

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Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

An In Depth Interview with Tom “The Suit” Forst

HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE Eight years ago, at the age of 57, Tom was a corporate Vice President of Cox Communications Group, who quit it all to pursue a full time music career. He had just paid the last college tuition bill for his four children, and that was the day Thomas Forst put the […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus Featuring Katy Guillen and the Girls

This is the only show that is dedicated to bringing you Only those artists who are out there creating new original music rooted in the blues! .. These artists embrace the true power of the blues .. the power that lives in the diversity of music that always has and still is being created from […]

Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

An In Depth Interview with Frank Bang

HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE Frank “Bang” Blinkal former Buddy Guy Guitarist and Leader of Frank Bang & the Secret Stash has been waiting to make this record. The disc “The Blues Don’t Care” is scheduled for summer 2016 release. This marks Frank Bang’s first true “Blues” recording in the Blues journey man’s 25 year career. “I have […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus “The Voice of Indie Blues” 10/10/2016

This is the show that brings you the FUTURE of the blues with artists who are creating new original music rooted in the blues .. These are the INDIE Blues artists. The Artists who Embrace the Diversity of the blues .. This week you will get music from The Broadcast The Stone Foxes Sovereign Dame Jimmy […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Nancy Wright Playdate!

Nancy Wright Playdate! Vizztone/ Direct Hit Records Saxophonist Nancy Wright is a west coast session musician who has spent the better portion of her life adorning the music of others. Currently she plays with The Frank Bey Anthony Paule Band holder of multiple BMA nominations. Wright’s first album was 2009’s “Moanin”, an organ combo project, with Tony […]

Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

An In Depth Interview with Katy Guillen

HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE On the dawn of their sophomore album release Heavy Days, Katy Guillen and the Girls have established themselves as an authentic, authoritative rock band. They are known to pack in crowds at blues roadhouses and prominent concert venues alike, supporting major touring acts or headlining festivals and bills of their own. […]

Music on The Couch

Music on the Couch SHOW #341

MUSIC ON THE COUCH 10/10/16 SHOW #341 SHOW LENGTH: 2:56:27 Listen here: https://goo.gl/0sNCJB LIVE, UNCUT & UNCENSORED CONVERSATIONS WITH “MUSICIANS YOU SHOULD KNOW” BILLY PIERCE Billy “Got Slide” Pierce has released Shapes Of Soul, a collection of 7 originals and 3 classic covers. Billy has been performing with artists such as Charlie Wooten, Sonny Landreth, Johnny Neel […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials The Big Sound of Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials

Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials The Big Sound of Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials Alligator Records Lil’ Ed Williams was born in Chicago in 1955. As a young aspiring guitarist Williams and his half brother bassist Pookie received encouragement from their uncle J.B. Hutto. “J.B. taught me everything I know” says Ed. The […]

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