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Tony Joe White The Complete WB Recordings

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Tony Joe White “The Complete Warner Bros. Recordings”

Richard L'Hommedieu blues, Bob Putignano, Country, Indie B, indie Blues, making a Scene, robert putignano, songwriter, Tony Joe WHite February 17, 2015

Tony Joe White “The Complete Warner Bros. Recordings” www.RealGoneMusic.com Tony Joe White’s late sixties signing to Monument Records took-off with a series of hits starting with “Polk Salad Annie.” The Real Gone label focuses on his subsequent early seventies output for this double disc compilation of the LP’s he made for Warner Brothers. Three albums […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Linsey Alexander Come Back Baby

Richard Ludmerer blues, come back baby, Indie B, indie Blues, Linsey alexander, making a Scene, richard ludmerer February 17, 2015

Linsey Alexander Come Back Baby Delmark Records Linsey Alexander was born in Holly Springs, Ms. on July 23rd, 1942. Alexander has lived in both Memphis, and in Chicago where he has been part of the North Side’s blues scene for the last two decades. Alexander’s debut recording 2004’s “Someone’s Cookin’ in My Kitchen” included a […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Lead Belly The Smithsonian Folkways Collection Box Set

Richard Ludmerer lead belly, making a Scene, richard ludmerer, Smithsonian February 13, 2015

Lead Belly The Smithsonian Folkways Collection Box Set Smithsonian Folkways Lead Belly, born Huddie Ledbetter in 1889, was incarcerated three times. The first time he was on a chain gang but escaped. In 1918 he was imprisoned because he killed a man in a fight over a woman. He was released in 1925 after writing […]

Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

Exclusive Interview with with Shaun Murphy

Richard L'Hommedieu .blues, Indie B, indie Blues, Live from the Midnight Circus., making a Scene February 10, 2015

Exclusive Interview with Shaun Murphy! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud She found her way to the Blues stage in 1969 at the first Ann Arbor Blues Fest, and was completely smitten. Getting to play at such an important milestone festival had my head spinning. That was my awakening to the Blues, and I couldn’t have […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus 2/10/2015

Richard L'Hommedieu .blues, Indie B, indie Blues, Live from the Midnight Circus., Loretta, making a Scene, Richard L'Hommedieu, Shaun Murphy February 10, 2015

LIVE from the Midnight Circus 2/10/2015 by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Here it is! The #1 and ORIGINAL INDIE BLUES radio show on the internet! The only show dedicated 100% to the Touring INDIE BLUES artists. You are going to hear the best in NEW BLUES made by artists who “Keeping the Blues Alive” is […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues/ CD Reviews Indie Rock

Chris Spedding Joyland

Richard Ludmerer blues, chris spedding, Indie B, indie Blues, Indie Rock, joyland, making a Scene, richard ludmerer, Rock February 10, 2015

Chris Spedding Joyland Cleopatra Records Chris Spedding is a British guitarist who has been on the music scene some fifty years. In 1975 he scored big with the hit single “Motorbikin’”. He has worked with The Sex Pistols, Jack Bruce, John Cale, Paul McCartney, Robert Gordon, Roxy Music with Bryan Ferry, and King Mob with […]

Gratefiul Dead Dick's Picks 13 Nassau Coliseum 1981

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Grateful Dead “Dick’s Picks Volume 13” Nassau Coliseum 5/6/81

Richard L'Hommedieu dicks picks 13, grateful dead, jam band, making a Scene, robert putignano, Uniondale February 9, 2015

Grateful Dead “Dick’s Picks Volume 13” Nassau Coliseum 5/6/81 www.RealGoneMusic.com This is only the second of the (than) thirteen Dick’s Picks series that Dick Latvala selected from the eighties. Latvala kept no secrets about his preferences for early seventies sets, and was quoted “the eighties are a challenge for anyone.” I concur with Latvala as […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Dana Fuchs Songs From The Road

Richard Ludmerer accross the Universe, blues, dana fuchs, Indie B, indie Blues, making a Scene, richard ludmerer, Ruf Records, songs from the road February 9, 2015

Dana Fuchs Songs From The Road Ruf Records Back in April of 2001, the off-broadway production of “Love Janis” opened at The Village Theater. Dana Fuchs was one of several singer/actresses who alternated in the role of Janis Joplin. The performance included many of Joplin’s more familiar songs including “Piece of My Heart”, “Me and […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Igor Prado Band & Delta Groove All Stars Way Down South

Richard Ludmerer delta groove, igor prado Band, making a Scene, richard ludmerer, way down south February 6, 2015

Igor Prado Band & Delta Groove All Stars Way Down South Delta Groove Records As a left handed youngster Brazilian Igor Prado taught himself the guitar. In 2007 (after recording three albums under the name The Prado Blues Band) Igor released his first album as The Igor Prado Band and called it “Upside Down”. He […]

Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

An Exclusive Interview with Tinsley Ellis!

Richard L'Hommedieu .blues, blues-rock, Indie B, indie Blues, making a Scene, Richard L'Hommedieu, Tinsley Ellis February 4, 2015

An Exclusive Interview with Tinsley Ellis by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Southern blues-rocker Tinsley Ellis may speak no evil, but he sings and plays with the conviction of, as Billboard wrote, “…a man possessed.” Over the course of eleven albums and literally thousands of live performances, Ellis easily ranks as one of today’s most electrifying […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus 2/3/2015

Richard L'Hommedieu .blues, Indie B, indie Blues, Live from the Midnight Circus., making a Scene, Richard L'Hommedieu, Tinsley Ellis February 4, 2015

LIVE from the Midnight Circus 2/3/2015 by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud LIVE from the Midnight Circus the #1 INDIE Blues internet Radio show On the Internet! The ONLY Show 100% Dedicated to the Touring Indie blues artist. You will hear Music being made today by artists that are out there touring! These are the artists […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Jeff Jensen: ‘Morose Elephant’

Rhetta Akamatsu blues, Indie B, indie Blues, Jeff Jensen, making a Scene, morose Elephant February 3, 2015

Jeff Jensen has just released his 4th studio album, Morose Elephant, and it is a real treat. The project consists of seven original songs and four fantastic covers. My absolute favorite cut is Jensen’s duet with Victor Wainwright, “What’s the Matter With the Mill,” which is a traditional song. It is just bursting with joy […]

Music Biz News/ Music Business/ On the Scene

How One Generation Was Single-Handedly Able To Kill The Music Industry

Thomas Honeyman Killing the Music Industry, making a Scene, music business, Thomas Honeyman February 3, 2015

How One Generation Was Single-Handedly Able To Kill The Music Industry The old music industry is dead. We’re standing in the ruins of a business built on private jets, Cristal, $18 CDs and million-dollar recording budgets. We’re in the midst of the greatest music industry disruption of the past 100 years. A fundamental shift […]

Acoustic Artist/ Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist/ Indie Rock Artist/ R&B Artist

An Exclusive Interview with Christopher Hayzel

Richard L'Hommedieu .blues, Christopher Hayzel, Howard Hewett, Indie B, indie Blues, indigo Soul tour, looping, making a Scene, Nia Peebles, r&B, shalamar, Shiloh, soul February 2, 2015

An Exclusive Interview with Christopher Hayzel by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Christopher Hayzel is embarking on a unique and unusual tour. The Indigo Soul Tour is using an unusual model in that he will hire local indie artists to open for him in each different city he and his partner “Shiloh” plays in. In addition […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Shaun Murphy Loretta

Richard Ludmerer Indie B, indie Blues, Loretta, making a Scene, richard ludmerer, Shaun Murphy February 2, 2015

Shaun Murphy Loretta Vision Wall Records Shaun Murphy became a full time member of Little Feat in 1993. In 2009, after sixteen years with them, and after appearing on 16 Little Feat albums, Murphy made the brave decision to leave. She decided to concentrate on her passion for the Blues. This is Murphy’s sixth album […]

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Raphael Wressnig “Soul Gumbo” Pepper Cake

Richard L'Hommedieu Funk, indie Blues, jazz, making a Scene, Pepper Cake, Raphael Wressnig, robert putignano, soul, Soul Gumbo February 2, 2015

– www.RaphaelWressnig.com The young Wressnig’s previous recording “Soul Gift” was successful, and if you enjoyed that disc you should definitely appreciate his latest “Soul Gumbo.” Veteran players (many from around The Big Easy) are featured: Walter “Wolfman” Washington, George Porter Jr., Larry Garner, Stanton Moore, with longtime Crescent City pianist Jon Cleary. Added to the […]

CD Reviews Americana/ CD Reviews INDIE Blues/ CD Reviews Indie Country

Robert Gordon & Chris Spedding Elvis Birthday Celebration

Richard Ludmerer Chris Spredding, Elvis Birthday, Live at BB Kings, making a Scene, richard ludmerer, Robert Gordon February 2, 2015

Live At BB King’s Blues Club, NYC Robert Gordon & Chris Spedding Elvis Birthday Celebration 1/7/2009 A re-print by Richard Ludmerer Actually Elvis’s birthday is 1/8 but it was celebrated last night at BB King’s Blues Club. Featured was the rockabilly great Robert Gordon. An ex-member of the New York band The Tuff Darts he […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues/ CD Reviews R&B

Allan Harris Black Bar Jukebox

Richard Ludmerer allan harris, blues, Indie B, indie Blues, making a Scene, r&B, richard ludmerer January 29, 2015

Allan Harris Black Bar Jukebox Love Productions Records Allan Harris is a Brooklyn born Harlem based vocalist, guitarist, bandleader and composer. He has ten recordings in his own name. Harris has been compared to Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, and Nat King Cole. He has played Lincoln Center, The Kennedy Center and the 2012 London Olympics. […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Smokin’ Joe Kubek & Bnois King Fat Man’s Shine Parlor

Richard Ludmerer blues, bnois king, Indie B, indie Blues, making a Scene, richard ludmerer, smokin joe kubek January 29, 2015

Smokin’ Joe Kubek & Bnois King Fat Man’s Shine Parlor Blind Pig Records This band is one of few that are built around a two guitar attack; however Smokin’ Joe Kubek and Bnois King may be opposites in their individual approaches to the guitar. Kubek played rhythm guitar in Freddie King’s band until his death, […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus 1/27/2015!

Richard L'Hommedieu blues, Indie B, indie Blues, Live from the Midnight Circus., magnus berg, making a Scene January 27, 2015

LIVE from the Midnight Circus 1/27/2015 by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud LIVE from the Midnight Circus the #1 INDIE Blues internet Radio show On the Internet! The ONLY Show 100% Dedicated to the Touring Indie blues artist. You will hear Music being made today by artists that are out there touring! You will hear Music […]

Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

An Exclusive Interview with Magnus Berg!

Richard L'Hommedieu .blues, Indie B, indie Blues, Live from the Midnight Circus., magnus berg, making a Scene, norway January 27, 2015

AN Exclusive Interview with Magnus Berg! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Magnus Berg was born in Norway in 1996. He received his first guitar (built by his grandfather) at the age of seven. Early on, Berg discovered classic rock and the first guitarist he tried to emulate was Angus Young (AC/DC). He took his admiration […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Tinsley Ellis Tough Love

Richard Ludmerer blues, Indie B, indie Blues, making a Scene, richard ludmerer, Tinsley Ellis, tough love January 26, 2015

Tinsley Ellis Tough Love Heartfixer Music Tinsley Ellis was born in Atlanta and discovered the guitar at a young age. While listening to The Yardbirds, The Animals, Cream and The Rolling Stones, he soon discovered B.B. King, Albert King and Freddie King. Ellis’ first band the Alley Cats also included Preston Hubbard who later played […]

Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

An Exclusive Interview with Josh Hoyer and the Shadowboxers!

Richard L'Hommedieu .blues, Indie B, indie Blues, Josh Hoyer and The Shadowboxers, Live from the Midnight Circus., making a Scene, soul January 20, 2015

An Exclusive Interview with Josh Hoyer and the Shadowboxers by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud “Living By The Minute, coming out January 13, 2015 from Silver Street Records, is a powerful soul statement, combining the sheer power of Otis Redding, the funk of James Brown and the social immediacy of Puzzle People-era Temptations…Josh Hoyer and the […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Vaneese Thomas Blues For My Father

Richard Ludmerer blues, Indie B, indie Blues, making a Scene, richard ludmerer, vaneese Thomas January 20, 2015

Vaneese Thomas Blues For My Father Segue Records Vaneese Thomas is as close to Blues royalty as you can get. Thomas grew up in Memphis the daughter of Rufus Thomas, a rhythm and blues singer, whose career spanned a half century. Rufus Thomas recorded for both Sun Records and Stax Records; his 1963 hit “Walking […]

CD Reviews Americana/ CD Reviews INDIE Blues/ CD Reviews Jazz

John Tropea “Gotcha Rhythm Right Here”

Richard L'Hommedieu blues, Gotcha Rhythm Right Here, Indie B, indie Blues, jazz, John Tropea, making a Scene January 19, 2015

John Tropea “Gotcha Rhythm Right Here” STP Records www.JohnTropea.com If you are not already familiar with his name, you’ve probably heard John Tropea’s guitar on famous recordings by Eric Clapton, John Lennon, Ringo Starr, Yoko Ono, Paul Simon, Laura Nyro, Van Morrison, Phoebe Snow, Lyle Lovett, James Brown, David Ruffin, Chaka Kahn, Roberta Flack, Donny […]

Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

An Exclusive Interview with Selwyn Birchwood!

Richard L'Hommedieu .blues, alligator records, independent blues, Indie B, indie Blues, Live from the Midnight Circus., making a Scene, selwyn birchwood January 13, 2015

An Exclusive Interview with Alligator Recording artist Selwyn BIrchwood by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Selwyn Birchwood, Florida’s rising young blues fireball, is a guitar and lap-steel-playing bundle of pure energy. He delivers his original songs with a revival tent preacher’s fervor and a natural storyteller’s charisma made all the more impactful by his raw, unvarnished […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

Live from the Midnight Circus 1/13/2015 The Best in INDIE BLUES!

Richard L'Hommedieu blues, independent blues, Indie B, indie Blues, live from the midnight circus, making a Scene, selwyn birchwood January 13, 2015

LIVE from the Midnight Circus 1/13/2015 by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud LIVE from the Midnight Circus Podcast! The #1 INDIE BLUES podcast! The only blues podcast that is dedicated 100% to the Touring blues artist, the INDIE BLUES Artist. The The people that are out there making new Blues and bringing the music to you […]

CD Reviews Americana

Mike Auldridge, Jerry Douglas, Rob Ickes Three Bells

Richard Ludmerer americana, dobro, jerry douglas, making a Scene, mike auldridge, richard ludmerer, rob ickes, three bells January 13, 2015

Mike Auldridge, Jerry Douglas, Rob Ickes Three Bells Rounder Records Mike Auldridge, Jerry Douglas, and Rob Ickes are the three premier resophonic guitar or Dobro players of our time. These tracks were recorded between May and September of 2012. Mike Auldridge was a founding member of The Seldom Scene. He formed the Seldom Scene in […]

Interview the Pros

An Exclusive Interview with Jerry DelGiudice of Blind Pig Records

Richard L'Hommedieu Blind pig records, independent blues, Indie B, indie Blues, making a Scene January 12, 2015

Exclusive Interview with Jerry DelGiudice of Blind Pig Records by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Today we talk with Jerry DelGiudice of Blind Pig Records! Our conversation runs from the beginnings of Blind Pig Records to the Future of the Blues. This is a rare opportunity to talk to Jerry, and I am honored to have […]

CD Reviews Americana/ CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Brad Absher & Swamp Royale Lucky Dog

Richard Ludmerer blues, Brad Absher and Swap Royale, Indie B, indie Blues, Lucky Dog, making a Scene, richard ludmerer January 11, 2015

Brad Absher & Swamp Royale Lucky Dog Montrose Records Brad Absher is from Lake Charles, Louisiana but now makes Houston his home. Absher has released five previous albums the most recent being 2010’s “Big Shugga”. He calls his band “Swamp Royale” because he was influenced by the Louisiana music he heard when he was growing […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ Music Biz News/ Music for Good

Blues Foundation Provides FREE Health Screenings at the IBC!

Richard L'Hommedieu blues, blues foundation, FREE Health Screening, Hart Fund, IBC, Indie B, indie Blues, International Blues Challenge, making a Scene, Musicares January 11, 2015

An Exclusive Interview with Dr. Janice Johnston about Health Screening at the IBC by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Often musicians do not have access to good medical care and more importantly, to good early detection services to protect them from some of the most common and potentially deadly medical conditions such as High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, […]

INDIE Blues Scene

Bluz is on the move and alive and well on Long Island, NY

Posted by Editor blues, Frank Lombardo, Indie B, indie Blues, Long Island Blues, making a Scene, Sam Bluzman Taylor January 11, 2015

Bluz is on the move and alive and well on Long Island. Frank Lombardo For most of my adult life I have been living on this island we call Long Island. Just minutes from New York City, one of the major music entertainment cities in the world. As music fans and artists we have been […]

CD Reviews Americana/ CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Rory Block Hard Luck Child

Richard Ludmerer acoustic blues, americana, blues, Indie B, indie Blues, making a Scene, richard ludmerer, rory block January 7, 2015

Rory Block Hard Luck Child: A Tribute to Skip James Stony Plain Records Rory Block’s picture hangs in the entrance to the offices of the Martin Guitar Co. They have a Martin OM-40 Signature Edition guitar named after her. Block is one of our greatest exponents of Country blues guitar. This is her fifth recording in her […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Tas Cru You Keep The Money

Richard Ludmerer blues, Indie B, indie Blues, making a Scene, richard ludmerer, Tas Cru January 7, 2015

Tas Cru You Keep The Money Crustee Tees Records Tas Cru now lives in Chaumont, N.Y. His first album “Biscuit” was released in 2006. Cru states his unusual stage name was bestowed on him “by a Quebecois fan”. In 2008 he followed up with “gravi-Tas”. His other recordings are 2009’s “Grizzle n’ Bone”, 2010’s “Jus’ Desserts”, […]

On the Scene

Making a Scene has Reached 50,000 Visitors!

Richard L'Hommedieu independent musician, indie Blues, indie music, making a Scene January 7, 2015

THANK YOU! “Making a Scene” was Launched on May 1, 2014 and since that date we have had a success that exceeded our expectations! Here are some of the great accomplishments we have had over the last 8 months! 1. We are read in 125 countries around the world! 2. We have published 369 articles! Exclusive […]

LIVE from the Midnight Circus

LIVE from the Midnight Circus 1/6/2015

Richard L'Hommedieu blues, Indie B, indie Blues, live from the midnight circus, making a Scene January 6, 2015

LIVE from the Midnight Circus 1/6/2015 by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Come on in and listen to the FIRST AND ONLY INDIE BLUES radio show dedicated 100% to the Touring Indie Blues artist. Sit back and discover the great music that is being created TODAY by INDIE B artists that are the road right now. […]

Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

An Exclusive Interview with Stevie J

Richard L'Hommedieu .blues, blues foundation, IBC, Indie B, indie Blues, making a Scene, soul, Soul Cruise, Stevie J Blues January 6, 2015

Exclusive Interview with Stevie J! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Website: https://www.steviejmusic.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steviej68 Singer, Songwriter and Guitarist Stevie J can relate to the history of the blues and how it has impacted modern music. Son of a pastor and native of Jackson Ms, He has twenty years of experience as a professional musician. Beginning in Gospel […]

CD Reviews Americana/ CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Tommy Talton – Until After Then

Posted by Editor americana, blues, Indie B, indie Blues, making a Scene, Tommy Talton, Until After Then January 6, 2015

Tommy Talton – Until After Then (Hittin’ the Note Records) Album Review by Scott B. Bomar Six decades in, it’s clear that guitarist and songwriter Tommy Talton is still making music for the sheer joy of it. Until After Then, his fourth album for Hittin’ the Note Records, is a breezy romp through Talton’s wide-ranging […]

INDIE Blues Scene/ Interview the Pros

An Exclusive Interview with Joe Whitmer of the Blues Foundation

Richard L'Hommedieu blues foundation, IBC, independent blues, Indie B, indie Blues, International Blues Challenge, joe Whitmer, making a Scene January 5, 2015

An Exclusive Interview with Joe Whitmer Of the Blues Foundation by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud We get a rare opportunity to talk to Joe Whitmer who is responsible for coordination and production for the 31st International Blues Challenge(IBC). Hundreds of Blues Societies from all over the world have held preliminary competitions to choose who will […]

Country Scene

Lil Jimmy Dickens, star of Grand Ole Opry dies at 94

Richard Ludmerer Grand Ole Opry, Little Jimmy Dickens, making a Scene, richard ludmerer January 5, 2015

Lil Jimmy Dickens, jocular star of Grand Ole Opry dies at 94 Little Jimmy Dickens, the diminutive country singer and Grand Ole Opry star best known for his humorous novelty songs, such as “May the Bird of Paradise Fly Up Your Nose,” died Jan. 2 at a hospital near Nashville. He was 94. The Opry […]

CD Reviews Americana/ CD Reviews Bluegrass

Earls of Leicester

Richard Ludmerer bluegrass, earls of Leicester, making a Scene, richard ludmerer January 5, 2015

Earls of Leicester Rounder Records My love for bluegrass began with Lester Flatt, Earl Scruggs and The Foggy Mountain Boys. Flatt’s voice, so laidback and clear, was the greatest American voice. He gave me an appreciation for a Bluegrass tenor and led me to discover other bluegrass and country music singers. As a youngster Scruggs’ […]

CD Review Funk/ CD Reviews Americana/ CD Reviews INDIE Blues/ CD Reviews Jazz

Through The Streets of the City New Orleans Brass Bands

Richard Ludmerer Brass Bands, jazz, making a Scene, new orleans, richard ludmerer January 4, 2015

Through The Streets of the City New Orleans Brass Bands Smithsonian Folkways Recordings This is the newest album from Smithsonian Folkways’ African-American Legacy series. Included is a 34 page booklet authored by Dr. Michael White. He is a jazz music historian but also a clarinetist, composer, bandleader, producer and educator. He has six albums under his […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Michelle Willson Fortune Cookie Live at Sculler’s Jazz Club

Richard Ludmerer blues, Fortune Cookie Live at Sculler’s Jazz Club, independent blues, Indie B, indie Blues, making a Scene, Michelle Willson, richard ludmerer December 31, 2014

Michelle Willson Fortune Cookie Live at Sculler’s Jazz Club EvilGal Music Michelle “Evil Gal” Willson had four great albums on the Bullseye Blues Record label distributed by Rounder Records. In 1994 she released “Evil Gal Blues”. Her “Evil Gal” nickname comes from her appreciation for Dinah Washington and she included songs from Washington and her […]

Recording Techniques/ Software Reviews

EQ Made Easy – Vision Studio New Instructional Video REVIEW

Richard L'Hommedieu EQ made Easy, Learning EQ, making a Scene, Recording Techniques, Video Instruction, Vision Recording studios December 31, 2014

EQ Made Easy One of the most mis-understood and mis-used effect in recording and mixing has to be Equalization. Using EQ in recording and mixing is more than a simple Treble/Bass adjustment. If not used properly you can easily take a really good recording and turn it into sonic mush in just a few knob […]

CD Reviews Americana/ CD Reviews Jazz

Three New Releases from Hendrik Meurkens

Richard Ludmerer Hendrik Meurkens, jazz, making a Scene, richard ludmerer December 30, 2014

Three New Releases from Hendrik Meurkens German born Hendrik Muerkens now lives in upstate New York. Originally a vibraphonist in the tradition of Milt Jackson and Bobby Hutcherson Meurkens was inspired by the sound of Toots Thieleman’s harmonica. Today the self taught Meurkens is considered the most important jazz harmonica player since Thielemans. Meurkens was […]

Artist Interviews/ INDIE Blues Artist

An Exclusive Interview with Tas Cru!

Richard L'Hommedieu .blues, blues foundation, IBC, independent blues, Indie B, indie Blues, International Blues Challenge, making a Scene, Tas Cru December 30, 2014

AN Exclusive Interview with Tas Cru by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud This week we talk with Road Warrior and INDIE B artist Tas Cru! We get right to it talking about his New CD, The IBC, The Future of the Blues and SO MUCH MORE! .. You are going to love this interview! Website-https://www.tascru.com Facebook-https://www.facebook.com/TasCru […]

INDIE Blues Scene

Betsie Brown Talks about the Blind Raccoon Showcase and the IBC

Richard L'Hommedieu betsie brown, blind raccoon, blues, blues foundation, IBC, independent blues, Indie B, International Blues Challenge, making a Scene December 30, 2014

An Exclusive Interview with Betsie Brown about the IBC and Blind Raccoon Showcase! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud We talk with Betsie Brown of Blind Raccoon about this years Blind Raccoon Showcase that will be held at the International Blues Challenge the end of January. We also have the rare opportunity to talk to Betsie […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Annika Chambers & The Houston All-Stars Making My Mark

Richard Ludmerer annika chambers, blues, Indie B, making a Scene, richard ludmerer December 28, 2014

Annika Chambers & The Houston All-Stars Making My Mark Montrose Records Annika Chambers a.k.a. U.S. Army Sergeant Annika Chambers served eight years in Iraq and Kosovo. Since she returned to the states this Houston native has been living her dream. This is her debut album. Producers Larry Fulcher and Richard Cagle have assembled an impressive […]

Interview the Pros

An Exclusive Interview with Frank Roszak!

Richard L'Hommedieu blues, making a Scene, music business, Public Relations, Radio Promotion December 25, 2014

An Exclusive Interview with Frank Roszak! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud We talk with Frank Roszak, A “Keeping the Blues Alive” (KBA) winning publicist, about why Public Relations and Radio Promotion is important to the Blues (Indie B) artists. We get into an in depth discussion about the future of the blues and how an independent […]

CD Reviews INDIE Blues

Georgie Bonds Stepping Into Time

Richard Ludmerer blues, Georgie Bonds, making a Scene, richard ludmerer December 25, 2014

Georgie Bonds Stepping Into Time 8th Train Records Georgie Bonds grew up in the Germantown section of Philadephia. Bonds liked Rhythm and Blues but he loved horses even more and he dreamed of being a cowboy. He purchased his first horse in 1975 when he was 21 years old. Unfortunately a year later he got […]

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