by Bman | Apr 30, 2012 | Uncategorized
McKinley Morganfield (April 4, 1913 β April 30, 1983), known as Muddy Waters, was an American blues musician, generally considered the "father of modern Chicago blues". He was a major inspiration for the British blues explosion in the 1960s, and was ranked No. 17 in...
by Bman | Apr 29, 2012 | Uncategorized
On this track:Pinetop Perkins ~ pianoHarmonica Smith ~ harpPee Wee Madison ~ guitarSammy Lawhorn ~ guitarCalvin Fuzz Jones ~ bassWillie "Big Eyes" Smith ~ drumsSammy David Lawhorn (July 12, 1935 β April 29, 1990) was an American Chicago blues guitarist. He is best...
by Bman | Jan 7, 2012 | Uncategorized
All You Need Is Love: The Story of Popular Music is the name of a 17-part television documentary series on the history of modern pop music directed by Tony Palmer, originally broadcast worldwide between 1976 and 1980. The series covers the many different genres that...
by Bman | Dec 31, 2011 | Uncategorized
Paris 1979. Jerry Portnoy (harp), Bob Margolin & Luther "Guitar Jr." Johnnson (guitars), Calvin "Fuzz" Jones (bass), Wllie "Big Eyes" Smith (drums). Write on our Facebook Wall or post your Photos of great blues events! - Here βLikeβ Bmanβs Facebook page...
by Bman | Dec 26, 2011 | Uncategorized
Otis Spann (March 21, 1930 β April 24, 1970) was an American blues musician, who many consider the leading postwar Chicago blues pianistBorn in Jackson, Mississippi, United States, Spann became known for his distinct piano style. Born to Frank Houston Spann and...