by Bman | Dec 12, 2011 | Uncategorized
Henry Saint Clair Fredericks (born May 17, 1942), who uses the stage name Taj Mahal, is an American Grammy Award winning blues musician. He incorporates elements of world music into his music. A self-taught singer-songwriter and film composer who plays the guitar,...
by Bman | Dec 9, 2011 | Uncategorized
David Barrett is the world's most published author of blues harmonica lesson material (over 60 book/CD sets and videos published through Mel Bay Publications). Having played saxophone and trumpet for many years, David already had a solid musical background before...
by Bman | Dec 8, 2011 | Uncategorized
UPCOMING TOUR DATES It's that time of year again and Charlie is BACK in the Bay Area! Accompanied by Scott Amendola on drums, the duo will be hitting spots all over the Bay Area, including a very special seated show at The Independent. Don't miss opener Bhi Bhiman who...
by Bman | Nov 30, 2011 | Uncategorized
I just got a pre release copy of copy of James Armstrong's new release called "Blues At The Border". (Release date December 6, 2011). I've listened to the cd about 3 times and it really is good. It has a really relaxed manner about it and it has a great bluesy swing....
by Bman | Nov 29, 2011 | Uncategorized
I have just had the opportunity to listen to and am now attempting to review the new Electric Shepherd recording. I've seen descriptions of the cd that didn't make it seem very attractive but I've got to tell you... this is really cool. Now I'll say that with a...