Brandon Santini and his band played Darwin’s on Friday night, May 19. Many fans were anxious to see Santini, who has played here enough to be a big Atlanta favorite. They were also happy to see Timo Arthur, the lead guitarist, as he lived in Atlanta and was part of our musical community before moving […]
Laura Tate Let’s Just Be Real Gold Records Laura Tate is from Dallas, Tx. where she began performing when she was nine years old. She studied acting in New York City and toured in theatrical productions. She soon found herself on the production side of the business directing music videos, documentaries and commercials. She now […]
This is The Voice of Indie Blues the show that brings you the future of the blues .. by showcasing those artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues that has and still is being created from it’s roots .. these artists represent the what “Keeping the Blues Alive” really Means .. these are innovators […]
North Mississippi All-stars Prayer For Peace Sony Legacy The North Mississippi All-stars were formed in 1996 by Luther and Cody Dickinson the sons of Memphis record producer Jim Dickinson. The North Mississippi Allstars released their first studio album “Shake Hands With Shorty” in 2000. That album received a Grammy Award nomination for “Best Contemporary Blues […]
Facebook page Guitarist, songwriter, and singer Andrew “Jr. Boy” Jones began working professionally at age 16 with Freddie King’s backing band, the Thunderbirds. He got his first guitar from his uncle, jazz musician Adolphus Sneed. Jones cites an eclectic array of influences: Freddie King, Cornell Dupree, and Larry Carlton. For many years, he’s backed various […]
This is The Voice of Indie Blues the show that Embrace the Diversity of the Blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots .. this is the show that brings you the future of the blues .. these artists are the innovators .. not the imitators .. These ARE the Indie […]
Janiva Magness Blue Again Blue Elan Records Janiva Magness had some hard beginnings as she was a foster care child. Inspired by an Otis Rush performance she found her calling. She recorded her first album in 1991. She has since been nominated for twenty-six Blues Music Awards winning seven times. Magness won the BMA for […]
Selwyn Birchwood Pick Your Poison Alligator Records Selwyn Birchwood was born in Orlando but grew up in the Tampa Area. He first picked up the guitar at the age of 13. By seventeen he was into Jimi Hendrix, Albert King, Freddie King and Albert Collins. He went to see Buddy Guy live and was so […]
HOME PAGE FACEBOOK Don’t try to snatch him back and hold him, he’s a man on the move. John Németh had already established himself among the very top ranks of blues musicians and modern soul singers when he decided to break the mold with his new record, FEELIN’ FREAKY. Németh fearlessly crushes all barriers of […]
This is the PODCAST of LIVE from the Midnight Circus The Voice of Indie Blues, the show that brings you the “New Blues” being created by artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These are the songwriters and artists who are creating that […]
HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE There is simply no one else like her. With a heart the size of Texas, a mesmerizing voice, and a zest for living that is irresistible to all who have enjoyed pleasure of her company, Laura Tate inspires – through her music, her words, and her deeds. Those of us who […]
This IS The Voice of Indie Blues .. the show that brings you the best in Independent Blues Artists .. artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists are the innovators .. not the imitators .. these ARE the Indie Blues Artists!! […]
The Breeze Kings played Guston’s Grille in Kennesaw Friday night. Guston’s is an inviting place with great, reasonably priced food, a bar and a friendly staff. The stage is sizable and we could see very well from where we sat. It turned out to be a case of the perfect band in the perfect venue. […]
John Nemeth Feelin’ Freaky Memphis Grease Records John Nemeth has an adventurous soul. Originally from Boise, Idaho he convinced his wife to move from their Oakland, California home to Memphis. Nemeth’s soul was always in Memphis, the home of Blues, R n’ B, and Rock n’ Roll. In 2013 he released his eighth album “Memphis […]
This IS The Voice of Indie Blues .. the show that brings you the best in Independent Blues Artists .. artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists are the innovators .. not the imitators .. these ARE the Indie Blues Artists!! […]
Guitarist Aaron Moreland was born December 16, 1974. He played in a number of garage bands while growing up and was influenced by punk music before having what he calls his “Son House moment.” Hearing the blues legend’s Death Letter Blues for the first time at age 22, he changed course, focusing his playing on nothing but […]
This is The Voice of Indie Blues the show that brings you those artist who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists are the future of the blues .. these are the innovators .. not some imitators .. these ARE the Indie Blues […]
Harmonicist /vocalist Dustin Arbuckle was born December 25, 1981. He first discovered blues in his mid-teens and received what he refers to as “a calling. Getting into blues made me want to play music,” he says. He played in blues-rock bands, inspired by Little Walter and Sonny Boy Williamson, while learning to sing with deep […]
“The voice is something that allows us to communicate past the limitations of the left brain,” Magness says. “It’s the primary instrument, the first instrument…and more than that, too. The voice has the power to link all the parts of ourselves—the brain, the heart, and even the spirit and the soul. That’s why the ability […]
This is The Voice of Indie Blues the show that brings you those artist who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These artists are the future of the blues .. these are the innovators .. not some imitators .. these ARE the Indie Blues […]
MUSIC ON THE COUCH SHOW #372 LISTEN HERE: https://goo.gl/4abB21 Celebrating WOMEN IN BLUES For Mother’s Day Week THORNETTA DAVIS Thornetta Davis’ new album, Honest Woman is a collection of 13 originals that show the incredible strength of this Detroit native. The Queen Of Detroit Blues joined me to talk about her journey…the joy she finds in sharing […]
This is The Voice of Indie Blues the show that showcases the FUTURE of the blues and those artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues that always has and still being created from those roots! These artists are the innovators not the imitators .. they are not afraid to, in the steps of those […]
Tune into The Voice of Indie Blues The show that brings you the future of the blues with artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots. These are the artists who are not afraid add their stamp on the music .. as with the […]
John McNamara Rollin’ With It Bahool Records/Black Market Records John McNamara is an award winning soul blues singer from Australia. He released his debut recording “One Voice, One Guitar” in 2014. In 2015 he competed in the International Blues Challenge and was a semi-finalist. This is McNamara’s follow-up recording. In order to “roll with it” […]
HOME PAGE FACEBOOK Steve Krase was born in Brooklyn, NY and has spent time in Ohio, California and Louisiana. Now almost 30 years in Houston, Krase has blended his high-energy style with the soulful vibe that runs through the great city. “The Houston scene is extremely diverse in the different types of music that is […]
This is The Voice of Indie Blues the show that brings you the future of the blues that is being created by artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues that always has and still is being created from it’s roots .. these are the artists who are the innovators .. not the imitators .. […]
HOME PAGE FACEBOOK Polly’s eclectic blues style reflects her colorful history. She grew up in a log cabin with no electricity or plumbing, and began her music career a teen working bars in Mexico. At 19 she had a husband in prison and an 8th grade education. Twenty years later, she was a bassist for […]
Nick Schnebelen Live In Kansas City Vizztone Label Group Nick Schnebelen was a founding member of the band Trampled Under Foot. First formed in 2000 the band released their self-titled debut in 2006. They won the band competition at the 2008 International Blues Challenge and Schnebelen took home the Albert King Award for “Best Guitarist”. […]
This is The Voice of Indie Blues the show that brings you the future of the blues by showcasing those artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues which has always been and still is being created from those roots .. these are the artists who are not afraid to explore and expand the blues […]
HOME PAGE FACEBOOK Mandy Lemons, winner of the 2015 Emissaries of Memphis Music Peoples Choice Award, and Sturgis Nikides, who recorded and toured with the legendary Rock & Roll Hall Of Famer, John Cale (of The Velvet Underground) – aka/Low Society – are blazing new trails on the stomping grounds of Blues Roots and Americana […]
This IS The Voice of Indie Blues .. the show that brings you the FUTURE of the blues .. The show that believes you honor the past by supporting the future .. we bring you those artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues and understand that this is where the true power of the […]
Taj Mahal/Keb Mo TajMo Tajmo Record/Concord Records Taj Mahal released his first two albums in 1968 when he was twenty six years old. He was a product of an older generation and his influences included Howlin Wolf, Muddy Waters, Junior Wells, Lightnin’ Hopkins and Sleepy John Estes. His self titled first album included his version […]
MUSIC ON THE COUCH 05/01/17 SHOW #371 LISTEN HERE: https://goo.gl/CBEmOE SMOKIN’ IN STEELE BLUES FEST John “Blueshammer” Hammer joined me to talk about this year’s Smokin’ In Steele Blues Fest to be held June 2-4 in Owatonna, MN. Music On The Couch is proud to be a media sponsor for this sensational festival. WEB SITE FACEBOOK PAGE […]
This IS The Voice of Indie Blues .. the show that brings you the FUTURE of the blues by showcasing those artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues and understand it has been this diversity, that always has and still is being created from the roots of the blues, is it’s true power! These […]
Making a Scene is now 3 years old! And what a wonderful 3 years it has been. Since we began we have posted almost 2,000 articles! Artist Interviews, CD Reviews, Recording Techniques and hardware and software reviews, Editorials, feature articles, and so much more. We have maintained our goal of posting new content EVERY DAY, […]
HOME PAGE FACEBOOK PAGE Geoff Achison is an award winning blues-roots artist from Australia known for his energetic live performances and unique guitar mastery. Geoff began his apprenticeship with legendary Australian blues stylist ‘Dutch’ Tilders establishing himself as a fine lead guitarist before striking out with his own. He was an independent music pioneer releasing music […]
This is The Voice of Indie Blues the show that brings you the best in INDIE BLUES RADIO. We showcase Indie Blues Artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues and are out there creating new original music rooted in the blues. These artists are the innovators .. not some jukebox imitators .. These ARE […]
Jon Zeeman Blue Room Membrane Records Jon Zeeman grew up near New York City. As a child he studied classical guitar and piano. He attended Ithaca College and settled in Manhattan where he began to take session work as a jazz fusion guitarist. His first album “Still Life” was released in Europe in 2003 and […]
HOME PAGE FACEBOOK D.C.-based Soul-Blues band Vintage#18 debuts with their album titled GRIT. The album reflects the band’s love of classic 60’s Soul and Blues, featuring a mix of originals as well as two covers (ZZ Top and Bob Dylan) and a whole lot of elbow grease. Grit, you might say. Vintage#18 chose to self-produce GRIT, […]
This is The Voice of Indie Blues, the show that brings you those artists who are creating the future of the blues. We Embrace the Diversity of the Blues, because it is through this diversity that the true power of the blues lives. We bring you those artists who are creating new original music rooted in […]
Anthony Rosano and The Conqueroos Independent Anthony Rosano and The Conqueroos are a relatively new band. Formed in 2012 their debut recording was 2014’s “Get ROO’D”. They followed up with the live “ROO’D Awakening” in 2016. The Conqueroos are two time International Blues Challenge semi-finalists who have opened or shared the stage with Tab Benoit, […]
HOME PAGE FACEBOOK Bobby Messano is a legendary guitarist and Contemporary Blues Artist who has released seven Solo CD’s, placed songs in many TV and Cable shows and played on over 50 Major label and Indie albums. His playing has been heard on everything from MTV jingles to Benny Mardones’ smash hit “Into The Night”. […]
I am enthralled by You Can’t Do That! I’ve been a Beatles fan all my life and I can honestly say that I never imagined them this way. Bu oh, how well it works! Mick Kolassa and Mark Telesca are Beatles fans too, and at the 2016 International Blues Challenge in Memphis they started swapping […]
MUSIC ON THE COUCH SHOW #370 LISTEN HERE: https://goo.gl/M0grNX EXIT 56 BLUES FEST Sonia Outlaw-Clarke dropped by to talk about this year’s Exit 56 Blues Fest held in Brownsville, TN on May 27 & 28. Sonia spoke about the lineup and all the events over the two days. Music On The Couch is proud to […]
This IS The Voice of Indie Blues! The show that only plays touring artists who are creating new original music rooted in the blues .. These artists Embrace the Diversity of the Blues and the music that always has and still is being created from it’s roots .. these artists are the innovators .. not […]
Steve Krase Should’ve Seen It Coming Connor Ray Music Steve Krase got his education playing harp with Jerry Lightfoot and The Essentials. In 2004 he formed his own band, “Steve Krase & The In Crowd”, and they won the award for Houston’s Best Unsigned Blues Band. The following year “The In Crowd” released their only […]
ELECTRIC BLUES BAND MORELAND & ARBUCKLE BRINGING GROUP TO AN END Alligator Records rcording artists Moreland & Arbuckle, whose latest album Promised Land Or Bust recently received a 2016 Blues Music Award nomination for Rock Blues Album Of The Year, have decided to amicably dissolve the band. They will play the remaining booked dates on […]
This IS The Voice of Indie Blues! The #1 and Original INDIE BLUES RADIO show .. This is the show that is dedicated to bringing you nothing but those artists who are out there touring and creating new original music rooted in the blues .. These artists Embrace the Diversity of the Blues .. It […]
HOME PAGE Billy Flynn (born August 11, 1956) is an American Chicago blues and electric blues guitarist, singer and songwriter. In addition to his own work and works mentioned later, he has worked and recorded with Bryan Lee, Little Smokey Smothers, Mark Hummel, Willie Kent, Snooky Pryor, Big Bill Morganfield, John Brim, Jody Williams, Little […]
This IS The Voice of Indie Blues The show that brings you those artists who are out there touring and creating new original music rooted in the blues .. these are the artists who Embrace the Diversity of the Blues and understand that it is this diversity that is the true power of the blues! […]
