From the late 1940's, when Benny Goodman signed an exclusive contract with Capitol records. "The Happy Blues" by The Hollywood Hucksters features a bit of good-natured ribbing between Goodman (still ...

Magic Sam was a blues guitarist and singer who rose to fame in the 1960s with his distinctive style of Chicago blues. Born Samuel Maghett, Magic Sam was known for his fiery guitar playing and soulful ...

One of the biggest misconceptions about blues music is that the genre is all about doom and gloom. Naturally, many blues songs feature lyrics about being down in the dumps, love lost, and heartbreak.

Discover the top 10 best blues songs of all time, dive into essential tracks that have shaped the genre and learn about the artists behind these iconic tunes. AceShowbiz - As one of the foundational ...

Bessie Smith, known as the “Empress of the Blues,” was a trailblazer in the world of blues music. Born in 1894 in Tennessee, Bessie began her career as a street performer before rising to fame in the ...

Cedric Burnside’s songs deliver bruised but unfettered truth. GRAMMY-nominated and a National Heritage Fellowship honoree Cedric Burnside is a 3rd-generation Blues Man: son of Blues drummer Calvin ...