by Bman | Jul 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
For a sense of the blues at its most tangible, one needs to look no further than singer/guitarist Percy Strother, who triumphed over incredible tragedy to create music of genuine pain and sorrow. Born July 23, 1946 in Vicksburg, Mississippi, he was still a child when...
by Bman | Jul 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
Bill “Howl-N-Madd” Perry’s recognitions are many. Early in his career Bill spent time in Chicago writing for musicians such as Little Johnny Taylor, Ted Taylor, and Cash McCall. He worked for Phil chess as a studio musician and for Stan Lewis writing for Jewel Paula...
by Bman | Jul 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
Willie Love (November 4, 1906 – August 19, 1953) was an American Delta blues pianist. He is best known for his association with, and accompaniment of Sonny Boy Williamson II.Love was born in Duncan, Mississippi, and in 1942, he met Sonny Boy Williamson II in...
by Bman | Jul 16, 2012 | Uncategorized
Arthneice Jones "The Gas Man" (vocal and harp).Clarksdale, Mississippi. Born July 16, 1946.If you like what I’m doing, Like ---Bman’s Blues Report--- Facebook Page! I’m looking for great talent and trying to grow the audience for your favorites band! - ...
by Bman | Jul 14, 2012 | Uncategorized
Dubbed "The Thunderbolt of the Middle West" by his mentor, the legendary Willie Mae Ford Smith, Brother Joe May was arguably the greatest male soloist in the history of gospel music; a tenor whose dramatic sense of showmanship was surpassed only by his unparalleled...
