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Billy Johnson, Libby Rae Watson and Bob Corritore Interviews on our Tribute to Bluesman Pat Thomas – On this episode we feature excerpts from recent interviews we had with our friends Billy Johnson, Libby Rae Watson and Bob Corritore who each knew Pat Thomas well. Their stories inform us about Pat, his character and his playing style as we feature some of the great music of Mr Pat Thomas. Please enjoy!!Episode 275 – Recorded 5-4-2026 

On this episode, we feature excerpts from recent interviews we had with our friends Dr David Evans and Marc Ryan, who each worked with and learned from the legendary Roosevelt Holts in the 1960’s and early 1970’s. Dr Evans and Marc share some of their stories about Roosevelt and his unique character, genius, and playing style as we feature some of the great songs from Dr Evans’ new Dust To Digital album titled Roosevelt Holts- Sun Gonna Shine. Please enjoy!!Episode 274 – Recorded 4-7-2026 

On this podcast, we feature 11 great blues and spirituals from an excellent group of my blues heroes and friends, past and present.  And these artists embody the genius, honesty, and creativity found only in the blues. This show’s main artists are David “Honeyboy” Edwards, Pinetop Perkins, Bob Corritore, Bob Margolin, Diunna Greenleaf, Blind Willie McTell, Paul Oscher, Pat Thomas, T-Model Ford, Bill “Howl ‘N Madd” Perry, and Mud Morganfield.   Please enjoy!! Episode 273 – Recorded 2-21-26 The post Just Great Blues Artists with Great Blues Music appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

With this episode, we wrap up our excerpts from recent interviews we had with our friends Dr David Evans and Marc Ryan, who each worked with and learned from the legendary New Orleans Songster, Babe Stovall, in the 1960’s. Here Dr Evans and Marc share more of their stories about Babe and his unique character, genius, and playing style as we feature more of the great songs from Dr Evans’ new Dust To Digital album titled Babe Stovall, Pied Piper of New Orleans. Please enjoy!!Episode 272 – Recorded 1-19-26 

On this episode, we feature excerpts from recent interviews we had with our friends Dr David Evans and Marc Ryan, who each worked with and learned from the legendary New Orleans Songster, Babe Stovall, in the 1960s. Dr Evans and Marc share some of their stories about Babe and his unique character, genius, and playing style as we feature some of the great songs from Dr Evans’ new Dust To Digital album titled, Babe Stovall, Pied Piper of New Orleans. Please enjoy!!Episode 271 – Recorded 12-16-25 

On this podcast, we feature 12 great spirituals from an excellent group of artists celebrating their love of God and the world. These songs and performances express the genius, honesty, character, love, and integrity of these artists, including Mary Lee, The Swan Silvertones, Rev. Robert Wilkins, Mahalia Jackson, The Staple Singers, James Shorty and Viola James, L. C. Ulmer, Diunna Greenleaf, Guitar Gabriel, Blind Willie Johnson, Wynton Marsalis, Eric Clapton, and Taj Mahal. Please enjoy!!Episode 270 – Recorded 11-10-25 

On this podcast we feature excerpts from recent interviews we had with Blues Legend Willie Buck and Blues Harp Genius Bob Corritore. Willie is one of the few living blues artists still performing who grew up under the Jim Crow era oppression in the south and moved north to find a better life. At 88 years of age, Mr Willie Buck is still very active and performing live on stage. Please enjoy!!Episode 269 – Recorded 10-27-25 

This podcast features excerpts from a recent interview we had with Blues Legend and Chicago Hall of Fame inductee, Ms Mary Lane. Mary is among the very few living blues artists still performing who grew up under the Jim Crow era oppression in the south and moved north to find a better life. At almost 90 years of age, Mary Lane is still active and performing regularly in the Chicago area, and her live performances are excellent. Please enjoy!!Episode 268 – Recorded 10-6-25 

Journey through the powerful story of Jessie Mae Hemphill—Mississippi Hill Country blues queen—as Dr. David Evans recounts her European tours, breakthrough albums, soulful spirituals, and unshakable spirit. This podcast features excerpts from an extensive interview with our friend Dr. Evans, who befriended, coached, accompanied, produced, and recorded 2025 Blues Hall of Fame inductee Ms. Jessie Mae Hemphill. Through his insights, we explore her raw voice, fiery style, and the remarkable songwriting and recordings that defined her short yet profoundly important Hall of Fame career—an unforgettable tribute to her enduring legacy. Episode 267 – Recorded 9-15-25 The post Dr David Evans – Jessie Mae Hemphill Part 2 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

Journey through the powerful story of Jessie Mae Hemphill—Mississippi Hill Country blues queen—as Dr. David Evans recounts her European tours, breakthrough albums, soulful spirituals, and unshakable spirit.This podcast features excerpts from an extensive interview with our friend Dr. Evans, who befriended, coached, accompanied, produced, and recorded 2025 Blues Hall of Fame inductee Ms. Jessie Mae Hemphill.Through his insights, we explore her raw voice, fiery style, and the remarkable songwriting and recordings that defined her short yet profoundly important Hall of Fame career—an unforgettable tribute to her enduring legacy.Dr David Evans – Jessie Mae Hemphill Part 1Episode 267 – Recorded 9-15-25The post Dr David Evans – Jessie Mae Hemphill Part 2 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

In this episode, Blues Disciples shines a spotlight on Jessie Mae Hemphill (1923–2006), the best-known woman in the deeply hypnotic tradition of Mississippi Hill Country Blues and a 2025 Blues Hall of Fame inductee. Raised in the rich Hemphill musical family, Jessie Mae learned guitar, drums, and tambourine from her grandfather, the legendary Sid Hemphill, and her aunt Rosa Lee Hill.Ethnomusicologist Dr. David Evans and field researcher George Mitchell share their first encounters with Jessie Mae, tracing her journey from gospel and tambourine-led spirituals to her raw, driving Hill Country blues. You’ll hear early field interviews and rare recordings dating from 1967 and captured by Dr David Evans and George Mitchell, along with insights into Jessie Mae’s influences, community roots, and the role of fife-and-drum music in shaping her sound.This is the beginning of our deep dive into the life and music of a groundbreaking blueswoman whose artistry helped carry the Hill Country tradition to a global stage.The post Dr David Evans – Jessie Mae Hemphill Part 1 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

This podcast features excerpts from an interview we had with our friend and Blues Hall of Fame artist Mr John Primer, about his latest album titled “Grown In Mississippi,” which was produced by John’s lovely wife, Lisa Primer, along with Michael Frank. Here, Mr Primer shares stories of his life and career, along with introducing the 10 great songs from this LP album. Please enjoy!!Episode 265 – Recorded 8-11-25

This podcast episode features interview excerpts with Blues Harp Legend, Jerry Portnoy who tells us about his life and performing alongside Mr Muddy Waters, Eric Clapton and others as he shares stories from his excellent new book, “Dancing with Muddy”. This is a great read with many historic and hilarious backstage stories. Check it out!  Show 264 – Recorded 8-1-25 

Welcome to the music half of our interview and discussions with Hall of Fame Blues Legend and amazing electric bassist, Mr Bob Stroger. You'll hear two great recordings made in 1998 for Mr Stroger's first solo album titled "Bob Stroger in the House." Those two songs are "Loan Me Train Fare" and "Keep Your Hands Off Her." Then you'll hear the 12 songs from his just released CD recorded with the Brazilian blues band, The Headcutters, entitled "Bob Stroger & The Headcutters - Bob is Back." Again, thank you for listening, and please enjoy this great music.

Episode 262 – Recorded 6-28-25. This podcast episode features interview excerpts with Bob Stroger, who tells us about his life growing up as a tenant farmer and finding his way to a life as a blues man, and then with his success, having the ability to mentor and assist others in the world of The Blues.

This podcast features excerpts from an interview we had with our buddy and master blues harpist Bob Corritore, about his latest album titled “Doin’ The Shout” which he produced and incorporated 29 other excellent blues artists. Here Bob shares stories about many of the artists involved as we play this album’s 12 great songs. Enjoy!!Show 261 – Recorded 5-28-25 

Episode 260 – Recorded 5-1-25 – On this episode, Dr David Evans introduces us to a True Country Blues Diva, Madame Van Zula Hunt who he met and started recording in 1979 when Madame Hunt was in her 80’s. Here, Dr Evans provides you with some of her history and some very interesting stories of this early Blues Diva. This is the first in a series of interview episodes and until now, unpublished field recordings made by Dr Evans with accompaniments with Madame Hunt’s daughter, “Sweet Charlene”, her favorite pianist  and Dr Evans’ excellent Beale Street Jug Band.   Please enjoy! 00:02:15 – Dr. David Evans: Meeting Madame Hunt 00:06:30 – Madame Hunt’s Early Life and Musical 00:09:15 – Jug Bands and Vaudeville 00:13:24 – Recording Career and ‘Selling the Jelly’ 00:23:00 – Lonesome Road Blues 00:29:25 – Tin Pan Alley – Sung by Sweet Charlene 00:34:14 – Scoot Up Debutay – Scat Improv 00:41:31 – Early in the Morning 00:42:35 – I Never Knew Just What Our Love Would Do 00:46:45 – Field Recordings and Rediscovery 00:50:47 – Sunnyland Train Blues 00:53:13 – Troubled World 01:00:08 – Coonjine Baby – Medicine Show Tune 01:03:00 – Closing Comments and CD Inquiry 01:03:03 – Sweet Charlene: ‘That’s Alright” The post Dr David Evans – The Majesty of Madame Van Zula Hunt appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

In this episode of the Blues Disciples podcast, we take you on a heartfelt journey through the rich tapestry of blues music, spotlighting both legendary and lesser-known artists. The episode features fascinating stories and musical highlights from some of the most influential figures in blues history, including:Taj Mahal: Known for blending Caribbean and African influences into the blues, Jamie discusses his creative approach and plays his celebrated rendition of "Walkin' Blues."Bobby Rush: A pioneer of the chitlin circuit, Bobby's relentless work ethic and vibrant performances are celebrated, alongside his classic "Nighttime Gardener."Blind Boy Fuller: A master of Piedmont Blues, Jamie explores his journey from street performances to over 120 recordings and shares his 1936 track, "If You See My Pygmy."Jimmy Rogers: A founding member of the Muddy Waters Band, Jimmy's influence on the Chicago Blues sound is discussed, with a feature of "Lou Della."Robert Lockwood Jr.: A protégé of Robert Johnson and a pioneer in blues radio, his mastery of the 12-string guitar is honored with "This Little Girl of Mine."Jimmy Hall: The podcast closes with the soulful harmonica and vocals of Wet Willy's Jimmy Hall and his rendition of "Weep and Moan."

This is the 1st Blues Disciples radio broadcasted Episode of this 1st time DJ so, a bit rough from my end.  But the 5 blues artists are Great and include: Memphis Minnie, Sonny Boy Williamson II, Elmore James, Janis Joplin, Muddy Waters.

In this episode, we take you on a heartfelt journey through the history and impact of legendary blues artists, weaving personal anecdotes with fascinating insights into their lives and music.Jimmy Reed: A blues crossover pioneer, known for his unique style and classics like "Big Boss Man." Jamie recalls seeing him live in Atlanta and reflects on his later struggles with alcoholism.Junior Wells: Muddy Waters' harmonica player, celebrated for his dynamic sound and his rendition of "Early in the Morning."Etta James: A powerhouse vocalist and Chess Records star, delivering emotion and passion in "Something’s Got a Hold on Me."Piano Red: A joyful barrelhouse pianist and radio DJ, remembered for his upbeat spirit and his iconic "Right String Baby, but the Wrong Yo Yo."John Lee Hooker: Known for his iconic blues style and unconventional changes in musical key, Hooker’s "Boogie Chillin'" is featured.Big Mama Thornton: A trailblazing second-generation blueswoman whose toughness matched her talent. Her original "Hound Dog" paved the way for Elvis Presley’s hit cover.David Allan Coe: The episode ends with a nod to a crossover classic, "You’d Never Even Call Me by My Name," blending country and blues elements.

Augusta Palmer – “The Blues Society” Documentary Show 259 – Recorded 10-19-24 – This podcast features excerpts from an interview we had with Ms Augusta Palmer, the writer, producer and director of an excellent documentary film titled “The Blues Society”. This documentary focused on the Memphis Blues Festival of 1969 and the great blues artists who performed there. Our Blues Disciples Podcast details and features six of the legendary artists who performed at the Memphis Blues Festival. These treasured artists are Furry Lewis, Mississippi Joe Callicott, Bukka White, Rev. Robert Wilkins, Mississippi Fred McDowell and Johnny Woods. The post 1969 Memphis Blues Festival “Blues Society” Documentary Interview appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

Roger Brown and George Mitchell with Memphis Jug Band Episode 258 – Recorded 10-5-24 – This show features an interview we had with musicologist and blues historian Roger Brown who traveled with his high school buddy George Mitchell to find, meet, befriend and record a great group of aging jug band era and country blues artists in and around Memphis in 1961 and 1962 when Roger and George were around 18 years old. This podcast is a remastering of our Podcast #83 with corrections and additional dialog from Roger that you will find informative. Our featured artists are Sleepy John Estes, Will Shade, Charlie Burse, Furry Lewis, Gus Cannon, Hosea Woods, Catherine Porter. The post Episode 258 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

Episode 257 – Recorded 9-28-24 – This Episode features a medley of 18 songs chosen from a 2015 album from Yahoo Records of Memphis Jug Band recordings from 1927 – 1934.  These recording start in the Roaring, Upbeat 1920’s and end in the depths of The Great Worldwide Depression.  Our featured artists are Will Shade, Charlie Burse, Hattie Hart, Ben Ramey, Will Weldon, Charlie Polk, Big Walter Horton, Jab Jones, Vol Stevens, Milton Robey, Charlie Nickerson, Tee Wee Blackman, Ham Lewis, Robert Burse.  Please give a listen. This transcript was generated with speech recognition software and reviewed by human transcribers. It may still include inaccuracies. Please listen to the episode audio for precise quotes and email any queries to [email protected]. Jamie Anthony: Hi. Welcome back and thanks for joining us here today. I’m Jamie and I am a Blues Disciple. Now please join me for a little while to hear some excellent blues music from some of the masters of the blues. Blues Disciples is a 501c3 nonprofit organization, and please note that earphones or earbuds will definitely enhance your listening pleasure. And if you’re listening to this podcast through our website, you can click on the playlist to expand its size for easier viewing of the playlist and the featured artist. Today, we’re going to do things a little differently. Back in 2015, Yazoo Records issued a compilation of remastered recordings made by the Memphis Jug Band from 1927 to 1934, as this band became the most recorded jug band of the era between 1923 and 1934. The Memphis Jug Band was composed of a loose knit group of early blues artists organized and led by the multi talented blues man, Mr. William “Will” Shade, also known as Son Brimmer. Besides Will Shade, the other performing artists would vary depending on the venue, the type of audience and which of the artists were available to perform at that particular date and time. The Memphis Jug Band used a variety of instruments including individual artist vocals, guitars, violin, mandolin, banjo, harmonicas, kazoo, piano, washboard, wash tub or oil can bass, drums and of course, jugs. This album features 28 recordings by the Memphis Jug Band, and I’ve selected 18 of my favorites to play for you today. Given the 7 year span of the recordings from the band’s first recordings in 1927 until their last in 1934, it’s interesting to observe how the mood and lyrics of the songs changed from the Roaring 20’s optimistic outlook and economy of 1927 up until the Great Depression and stock market crash of October 1929, then a short spurt of optimism in 1930, and finally the acceptance of the dismal depression of the decade to follow. So we’ll present our 18 songs in chronological order as recorded. Now here from the Memphis Jug Band’s first recording session in Memphis on February 24, 1927, we’ll hear the first takes on “Memphis Jug Blues” and then “Newport News Blues.” 00:02:12 – [Memphis Jug Blues – Memphis Jug Band] 00:05:44 – [Newport News Blues – Memphis Jug Band] Jamie Anthony: Then from their June 9, 1927 recording session in Chicago we will hear “Sometimes I Think I Love You” and “Memphis Boy Blues.” 00:09:01 – [Sometimes I Think I Love You – Memphis Jug Band] 00:12:08 – [Memphis Boy Blues – Memphis Jug Band] Jamie Anthony: Here now we’ll play 5 songs recorded in the still roaring and booming year of 1928. The songs are “She Stays Out All Night Long,” “Lindberg Hop,” “On the Road Again,” “Whitewash Station Blues,” “Stealin’ Stealin’,” and “What’s the Matter.” 00:15:18 – [She Stays Out All Night Long – Memphis Jug Band] 00:18:19 – [Lindberg Hop – Memphis Jug Band] 00:21:01 – [On the Road Again – Memphis Jug Band] 00:23:56 – [Whitewash Station Blues – Memphis Jug Band] 00:26:45 – [Stealin’ Stealin’ – Memphis Jug Band] 00:29:54 – [What’s the Matter – Memphis Jug Band] Jamie Anthony: At the dawning of 1929 the US experienced a weakening of the the Roaring 20s optimism and then, in March a mini stock market crash, after which the economy seemed to recover a bit. Later that year on October 4 1929, just 20 days before the October 24 & 29 massive Stock Market Crash, the Memphis Jug Band recorded this little double entendre song sung by the great blues lady Miss Hattie Heart titled “Memphis Yo Yo Blues.” 00:33:15 – [Memphis Yo Yo Blues – Memphis Jug Band] Jamie Anthony: Folks, after the stock market lost about 50% of its value in 1929, the new decade of 1930s started out looking like an economic recovery might take hold. And from May 14th to May 29th, 1930, the Memphis Jug Band recorded these 5 songs that covered a number of reasons to have and to cry about the blues. Here, they start optimistically with “Everyone’s Talking About Sadie Green,” then, “Oh Ambulance Man,” “Cocaine Habit Blues,” “Caveman Blues,” and “Aunt Caroline Dyer Blues.” 00:36:39 – [Everyone’s Talking About Sadie Green – Memphis Jug Band] 00:39:54 – [Oh Ambulance Man – Memphis Jug Band] 00:42:35 – [Cocaine Habit Blues – Memphis Jug Band] 00:45:37 – [Caveman Blues – Memphis Jug Band] 00:48:44 – [Aunt Caroline Dyer Blues – Memphis Jug Band] Jamie Anthony: Unfortunately, after those songs were recorded and by the end of the month of May 1930, reality set in and the world started to recognize that the worldwide depression was here to stay for a long time. In 1932, unemployment had ridden to 25% and the stock market had lost 90% of its pre 1929 value, which then marked the bottom of the Great Depression. But it would take almost 7 more years before a recovery could be declared. Unfortunately, the days of the jug bands, as with many other elements of our society, did not survive the Great Depression. And Will Shade’s Memphis Jug Band had its last recording sessions in November of 1934, including 2 great songs titled “Gator Wobble” and “Insane Crazy Blues.” But before we hear those songs, I wanna suggest that you check out our Blues Disciples podcast number 83 to learn more about the Memphis Jug Band artists, including their leader, Mr. Will Shade, through our interview with my friend and musicologist, Mr. Roger Brown, as he shares his stories about his and his good buddy George Mitchell’s trips to Memphis after their junior and senior high school years in 1961-1962, which was 28 years after the Memphis Jug Band’s last 1934 recordings. You’ll learn far more about Will Shade and his fellow Jug Band artists, including blues legends Sleepy John Estes, Furry Lewis, Will Shade, Gus Cannon, Charlie Burse, Noah Lewis, and Will Shade’s wife, Miss Jenny Mae Clayton Shade, as they entertain, record, and party with 17 and 18 year old George Mitchell and Roger Brown. And next week, we’ll play a remastered version of our podcast number 83 with expanded narrative as podcast number 258. Now as we close out this Episode, here from November 6th-7th, 1934 are “Gator Wobble” and “Insane Crazy Blues.” And thank you all for listening. 00:53:54 – [Gator Wobble – Memphis Jug Band] 00:56:38 – [Insane Crazy Blues – Memphis Jug Band] The post Episode 257 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

Episode 256 – Recorded 9-7-24 – This Episode features a medley of great blues songs Talkin’ About Love by artists past and present. Here we have 9 excellent recordings and interview snippets about the wonderful artists to inform and entertain you.  Our featured artists are Sleepy John Estes, Georgia Tom & Tampa Red, Susan Tedeschi & Tom Hambridge, Bobby Rush, Blind Willie McTell, Buddy Guy, Buddy Moss, Speckled Red, Barbeque Bob.  Please give a listen. The post Episode 256 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

Episode 255 – Recorded 8-24-24 – This Episode features a medley of great Blues and Gospel, Past and Present. We present 9 Great recording and interview snippets about the past and present artists for your enjoyment.  Featured artists are Jontavious Willis, John Primer and Bob Corritore, Otis Spann, Diunna Greenleaf, JP Soars, “Big Lucky” Carter, “Hound Dog” Taylor, Lucille Spann, Mud Morganfield.  Please give a listen. This transcript was generated with speech recognition software and reviewed by human transcribers. It may still include inaccuracies. Please listen to the episode audio for precise quotes and email any queries to [email protected]. Jamie Anthony: Hi. Welcome back and thanks for joining us here today. I’m Jamie and I am a Blues Disciple. Now please join me for a little while to hear some excellent blues music from some of the masters of the blues. Blues Disciples is a 501c3 nonprofit organization, and please note that earphones or earbuds will definitely enhance your listening pleasure. And if you’re listening to this podcast through our website, you can click on the playlist to expand its size for easier viewing of the playlist and the featured artist. 00:00:34 – Jontavius Willis Today, our first artist is Mr Jontavius Willis, who was born in West Georgia in 1996, making him 27 years old. Jontavious grew up singing gospel music alongside his grandfather in their Baptist church in Greenville, Georgia. When he was 14 years old, Jontavious saw a YouTube video of blues legend Muddy Waters performing hoochiecoochyman and immediately caught the blues fever. For the most part, Jontavious Willis is self taught with guitar, blues harp and 5 string banjo. One of his mentors, Taj Mahal, described Jontavious as his wonder boy and a wonder kind. At this point, Jontavious has several albums under his belt and has won numerous Blues Foundation Blues Music Awards for his albums and songs. JonTavious’ latest album, 20 20 four’s West Georgia Blues album, was produced by Jontavious and recorded at Capricorn Studios in Macon, Georgia. This album contains 15 excellent songs written by Jontavious Willis. On one of our earlier interviews with Jontavious podcast number 46, I had asked Jontavious how he got started in music and chose to focus on the blues. Jontavious Willis: Well, my first experience with with music, as far as I can remember, was playing singing behind my grandfather at church when I was 3 years old. Around the age of 9 or 10, I started to take lessons for piano. And then about 11 or 12, I get trombone, started guitar at 14, and band, harmonica at 17, and banjo a little bit of banjo at 18. I stuck with the latter 3 and let let let go of the first two. Jamie Anthony: That’s quite a plethora of instruments there. Breaking into the big time, how did you get an invite up to the stage when Taj Mahal was doing his performance in Atlanta? Jontavious Willis: Well, he had seen a video of me and well, heard about a video and watched it and enjoyed it. So and then though we’re in the young folks from down south and that was from the culture doing the thing. And so he was like I gotta Episode. I thought that he would just want me to come to the Episode later on in the 60 that I’d get up and do 2 songs. That’s kinda how it started. Yeah. My dad and my friend, we went to the concert together and sat right on the side of the chart. Jamie Anthony: Now here is Jontavious Willis with his Charlie Brown Blues. 00:02:49 – [Charles Brown Blues – Jontavious Willis] 00:07:05 – John Primer & Bob Corritore Jamie Anthony: A few months back, we had a joint interview on our podcast number 245 with major blues legend, Mr. John Primer and the great blues harp genius, Mr. Bob Corritore. These two gentlemen have been performing and collaborating on various projects for more than 10 years. And on that podcast, we shared a few of their remarks and the music from their latest album collaboration titled Crawlin’ Kingsnake. But first, a little about John and Bob. John Primer was born in 1945 and started plucking at a diddly bow on the side of his house when he was 4 years old. And then he would borrow his cousin’s guitar whenever he had a chance and taught himself how to tune it and play it. Mr. Primer didn’t get his own guitar until after he had moved from Mississippi to Chicago when he was 18 years old. Over his career, John had been a principal member and band leader for blues greats Muddy Waters and Magic Slim before focusing on his own solo career. Self taught blues harp great, Bob Corritore, was born in 1956 in Chicago where he studied and learned blues harp as a a teen by listening to and watching blues harp masters like Junior Wells and Big Walter Horton. Bob moved to Phoenix in the 1980s and has played with and produced recordings with many blues legends and artists. On their Crawlin’ Kingsnake album, John and Bob pulled together a great team of blues artists including John Primer with his excellent vocals and slide guitar, Bob Corritore with his brilliant blues harp, Bob Stroger and his steady electric bass. Jimmy Prime Time Smith with his great guitar work and supporting vocals, Anthony Geraci with his piano and West Star kept it all together with his drums. Here from our interview, John introduces and the band performs their rendition of the title song from their new album, Crawling Kingsnake. How about John Lee Hooker’s Crawlin’ Kingsnake, your album title? John Primer: Well, it was my earliest song when I was young. You can hear my walkin I was in Mississippi there. Maybe I heard in the cotton field and stuff singing. So I got it from them. I didn’t know who made the song. I love that song and it’s a good song and I heard he and Muddy Waters sing it. And so, I got the idea to sing it when I heard Muddy sing it. I like the way Muddy did it cuz John Lee Hookie, he do a great song, but he’s strange the way he do it. 00:09:28 – [Crawlin’ Kingsnake – John Primer & Bob Corritore] 00:13:00 – Peter Malick Jamie Anthony: Now we’ll hear from a very talented gentleman born in the Boston area in 1951 and who grew up with the love of the blues and, importantly, he had the talent and capabilities to allow him to perform and work with some of the very greatest blues legends of all time. That gentleman is guitarist, producer, and entrepreneur, Mr Peter Malick. Peter started playing guitar early in life, and by his teens, he proved he was ready for an incredible journey into the heart of the blues. So I’m going to jump ahead a few years here to the spring of 1969 when Peter Malick had his first opportunity to record with blues legends Mr Otis Spann, Mr Johnny Young, Mr Luther Georgia boy Snake Johnson, and Mr P Leary in New York for early blues and movie legend Miss Victoria Spivey’s Spivey Records. Here from my interview with Peter Malick on our podcast number 239, Peter tells us how the resulting April 1969 album titled “The Everlasting Blues versus Otis Spann” came about, and I introduced Otis Spann’s great composition, I’m a Bad Boy. Peter Malick: So this all happened, you know, there’s this one week that I think it was maybe more than we may might might have been a couple weeks that I played with Spann at the Cafe a Gogo in Greenwich Village. And it was a quartet. It was, Spann, SP Larry, Johnny Young, who was quite a fascinating character himself – the world’s only blues mandolinist – and then myself. So when I got there and I went up to maybe went up to Spann’s room, we all stayed at the Albert Hotel, which was kind of like the rock and roll hotel for rock and rollers who couldn’t afford the Chelsea Hotel. And Victoria was sitting in there when I walked in, the first time I went up to the hotel, and she was quite a character. I liken her to the blues version of Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard. It’s exactly what she was. She was living in this world that was like when she was this famous singer, which had been in the thirties, so it had been like 30 something years ago, but she was quite a character. And so she she was like, you know what? You know what, Pete? We’re gonna make a record. We’re gonna make a record. And I was, okay. And I didn’t really know the first time I met her, I really didn’t know the whole thing, but I quickly learned more about her. So some days later, she was like, okay, we’re gonna meet tomorrow at noon, here’s the address, and the address was the NOLA Penthouse Studios which was this midtown skyscraper, maybe not wasn’t a skyscraper, but it was fairly tall building. And NOLA had an incredible history too. There were a lot of, you know, the early candid label jazz records were were, recorded there, and they did a lot of really cool stuff there. At the time a state of the art recording studio had an 8 track. Nola had a 3 track tape, but she didn’t wanna spend the money on the 3 track tape. So, basically, we recorded that album straight to mono. It was like, recorded. It’s done. And and so it was just really we kinda winged it, is what it was. And one of the things that happened, which is sort of give you an idea of, what about the times and so forth. So Spivi, Victoria, was walking through the studio and tripped over Luther in Snake Johnson’s guitar chord and broke the chord. So she was very upset about that. But, anyway, there wasn’t another guitar chord in the entire studio. So that’s why some of the tracks on the record, Snake isn’t playing guitar because he had no way to play guitar. And then at the end, she gave ...

Hammie Nixon Part 3 of 3 Episode 254 – Recorded 8-10-24 – On this podcast, Dr David Evans wraps up our interviews focused on the life and music blues legend Mr Hammie Nixon. Here Dr Evans introduces eleven recordings by Hammie Nixon from Hammie’s and Dr Evans’ 1984 album “Tappin’ That Thing”. The post Episode 254 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

July 27, 2024 Episode 253 Show 253 – Recorded 7-27-24 – This show features an interview with ethnomusicologist, music producer, guitarist, researcher, friend and advisor to many blues artists, and recent Blues Hall of Fame Inductee, Dr David Evans who provides excellent insights and information about Blues Harp, Jug and Kazoo Legend Mr Hammie Nixon. On this Part 2, Dr Evans provides background and introduces eight recordings by Hammie Nixon from 1972 – 1982.  Please give a listen. ​ Blues Disciples: 253 by Dr David Evans, Mr Hammie Nixon https://media.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/content.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/Blues_Disciples_Show_Podcast_253_7-27-2024.mp3 Hosts & Guests Jamie Anthony  Resources Share Episode 253 Download Episode Related Episodes Episode 254 by Jamie Anthony | Aug 12, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastBlues Hall of Fame Inductee, Dr David Evans provides insights and information about Blues Harp, Jug and Kazoo Legend Mr Hammie Nixon. Episode 253 by Jamie Anthony | Jul 29, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastBlues Hall of Fame Inductee, Dr David Evans provides insights and information about Blues Harp, Jug and Kazoo Legend Mr Hammie Nixon. Episode 252 by Jamie Anthony | Jul 15, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastInterview with Harlem busking team, Satan & Adam who created a worldwide buzz with their long running Netflix documentary, Satan & Adam

June 29, 2024 Episode 251 Show 251 – Recorded 6-29-24 – Moving on, we present to you a collection of diverse blues and gospel music recorded from 1948 to 2022.  This group of great blues and gospel artists include Mavis Staples and Buddy Guy, Rev Gary Davis, Muddy Waters, Robert Pete Williams, Taj Mahal, James Booker, Nina Simone, Piano Red, Robert Junior Lockwood, James Cotton and Johnny Winter – Please give a listen. Blues Disciples: 251 by Mavis Staples and Buddy Guy, Rev Gary Davis, Muddy Waters, Robert Pete Williams, Taj Mahal, James Booker, Nina Simone, Piano Red, Robert Junior Lockwood, James Cotton and Johnny Winter https://media.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/content.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/Blues_Disciples_Show_Podcast_251_6-29-2024.mp3 Hosts & Guests Jamie Anthony  Resources Share Episode 251 Download Episode Transcript Related Episodes Episode 251 by Jamie Anthony | Jul 1, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastWe present to you a collection of diverse blues and gospel music as recorded by great blues and gospel artists from 1948 to 2022 Episode 250 by Jamie Anthony | Jun 18, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastCelebrate the National Holiday of Juneteenth to commemorate the Emancipation Proclamation and the Freedom from Slavery Episode 249 by Jamie Anthony | Jun 4, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastDr David Evans who provides excellent insights and information about Blues Harp, Jug and Kazoo Legend Mr Hammie Nixon

June 18, 2024 Episode 250 Show 250 – Recorded 6-15-24 – As we post our 250th Podcast here at Blues Disciples we help recognize and celebrate the National Holiday of Juneteenth to commemorate the Emancipation Proclamation and the Freedom from Slavery.  Three of our Friends and Blues Artists Ms Diunna Greenleaf, Mr Jimi Primetime Smith and Mr Bobby Rush help us better understand Juneteenth, Freedom and their Beautiful Music.  Please give a listen. Blues Disciples: 250 by Ms Diunna Greenleaf, Mr Jimi Primetime Smith and Mr Bobby Rush https://media.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/content.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/Blues_Disciples_Show_Podcast_250_6-15-2024.mp3 Hosts & Guests Jamie Anthony  Resources Share Episode 250 Download Episode Transcript Related Episodes 1969 Memphis Blues Festival “Blues Society” Documentary Interview by Jamie Anthony | Oct 23, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastShow 259 – Recorded 10-19-24 – This show features an interview we had with Ms Augusta Palmer, the writer, producer and director of a very good documentary film titled “The Blues Society” George Mitchell & Roger Brown’s 1960s Memphis Country Blues Journey by Jamie Anthony | Oct 7, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastThis show features an interview we had with musicologist and blues historian Roger Brown recorded a great group of aging jug band era and country blues artists in and around Memphis in 1961 and 1962 Episode 257 by Jamie Anthony | Sep 30, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastThis show features a medley of 18 songs chosen from a 2015 album from Yahoo Records of Memphis Jug Band recordings from 1927 – 1934

June 3, 2024Episode 249 Show 249 – Recorded 6-1-24 – This show features an interview with ethnomusicologist, music producer, guitarist, researcher, friend and advisor to many blues artists, and recent Blues Hall of Fame Inductee, Dr David Evans who provides excellent insights and information about Blues Harp, Jug and Kazoo Legend Mr Hammie Nixon. On this Part 1 or a 2 Part focus, Dr Evans introduces fifteen of Hammie Nixon’s many great blues recordings from 1934 – 1964. Please give a listen. Blues Disciples: 249by Blues Harp, Jug and Kazoo Legend Mr Hammie Nixonhttps://media.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/content.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/Blues_Disciples_Show_Podcast_249_6-1-2024.mp3 Hosts & GuestsJamie Anthony Resources Share Episode 249 Download Episode Transcript Related Episodes Episode 250 by Jamie Anthony | Jun 18, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastCelebrate the National Holiday of Juneteenth to commemorate the Emancipation Proclamation and the Freedom from Slavery Episode 249 by Jamie Anthony | Jun 4, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastDr David Evans who provides excellent insights and information about Blues Harp, Jug and Kazoo Legend Mr Hammie Nixon Episode 248 by Jamie Anthony | May 20, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastThis show celebrates the genius of the older legends and the evolving contemporary artists who have created and perform The Blues

May 19, 2024 Episode 248 Show 248 – Recorded 5-18-24 – This show celebrates the genius of the older legends and the evolving contemporary artists who have created and perform this unique Afro-American music known as The Blues.  Here we play 12 great recorded performances by older legendary artists who helped create this genre interspersed with several contemporary blues artists who interpret the old and create their own blend of The Blues.  Our artists today are: Little Walter, Bob Gaddy and Paul Oscher, J.P. Soars, Professor Longhair, Mississippi Joe Callicott, Bukka White, Mississippi John Hurt, Junior Wells, Samantha Fish and Lightnin’ Malcolm, Furry Lewis, Jontavious Willis.  Please give a listen. Blues Disciples: 248 by Legendary & New Artists who have created and perform The Blues https://media.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/content.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/Blues_Disciples_Show_Podcast_248_5-18-2024.mp3 Hosts & Guests Jamie Anthony  Resources Share Episode 248 Download Episode Transcript Related Episodes Episode 248 by Jamie Anthony | May 20, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastThis show celebrates the genius of the older legends and the evolving contemporary artists who have created and perform The Blues Episode 247 by Jamie Anthony | Apr 29, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastThis show features excerpts from an interview with the excellent blues singer, guitarist & composer Randy Cohen, AKA 19th Street Red Episode 246 by Jamie Anthony | Apr 15, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastT tribute to the late Mr Paul Oscher. Featuring excerpts from previous interviews to celebrate his genius talent, personality & character

January 30, 2024 Episode 240 Show 240 – Recorded 1-27-24 – This show features our interview with an excellent electric and string bassist, producer and restaurateur, Mr Justin Showah who shares his knowledge of and stories about his friend and Blues Legend, Mr L.C. Ulmer.   We showcase Mr Ulmer’s music accompanied by Justin Showah on bass and Jimbo Mathus and Wallace Lester on drums and percussion. Please give a listen. Blues Disciples: 240 by Mr Justin Showah, Mr L.C. Ulmer, Jimbo Mathus, Wallace Lester https://media.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/content.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/Blues_Disciples_Show_Podcast_240_1-27-2024.mp3 Hosts & Guests Jamie Anthony  Resources Share Episode 239 Download Episode Related Episodes Episode 241 by Jamie Anthony | Feb 13, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastMr Justin Showah who shares his knowledge of and stories about his friend and Blues Legend, Mr L.C. Ulmer. Episode 240 by Jamie Anthony | Jan 30, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastMr Justin Showah who shares his knowledge of and stories about his friend and Blues Legend, Mr L.C. Ulmer. Episode 239 by Jamie Anthony | Jan 15, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastWe showcase two great Otis Spann albums with 10 key selections chosen by Peter Malick guitarist, producer and entrepreneur The post Episode 240 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

April 29, 2024Episode 247 Show 247 – Recorded 4-27-24 – This show features excerpts from a recent interview with the excellent blues singer, guitarist and composer Randy Cohen, AKA 19th Street Red about his life, travels and blues career. On it we play some of his recordings from his CD album “Avenue Boogie”. Joining with Red’s Vocals and Guitar are Jimmy Carpenter on Sax, Derrick Houston on Sax, Alvin Youngblood Hart on Guitar, David Hyde on Bass and Willie Parker on Drums.    Please give a listen. Blues Disciples: 247by Randy Cohenhttps://media.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/content.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/Blues_Disciples_Show_Podcast_247_4-27-2024.mp3 Hosts & GuestsJamie Anthony Resources Share Episode 247 Download Episode Transcript Related Episodes Episode 248 by Jamie Anthony | May 20, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastThis show features excerpts from an interview with the excellent blues singer, guitarist & composer Randy Cohen, AKA 19th Street Red Episode 247 by Jamie Anthony | Apr 29, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastThis show features excerpts from an interview with the excellent blues singer, guitarist & composer Randy Cohen, AKA 19th Street Red Episode 246 by Jamie Anthony | Apr 15, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastT tribute to the late Mr Paul Oscher. Featuring excerpts from previous interviews to celebrate his genius talent, personality & character

April 5, 2024 Episode 246 Show 246 – Recorded 4-13-24 – This show is a tribute to our good friend, the late Mr Paul Oscher. We have pulled together some excerpts from previous interviews to help you understand Paul’s genius talent, personality and character.  Here we feature FOUR great recordings of Paul in LIVE performances with Muddy Waters and the world-famous Muddy Waters Band and SIX other great recordings of Paul with friends and solo.  A couple of Paul’s longtime buddies and Mr Muddy Waters also share their perspective on Paul.  Please give a listen, I think you will find Paul Oscher an interesting CAT!!  Blues Disciples: 245 by Muddy Waters, Muddy Waters https://media.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/content.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/Blues_Disciples_Show_Podcast_246_4-13-2024.mp3 Hosts & Guests Jamie Anthony  Resources Share Episode 246 Download Episode Related Episodes Episode 247 by Jamie Anthony | Apr 29, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastT tribute to the late Mr Paul Oscher. Featuring excerpts from previous interviews to celebrate his genius talent, personality & character Episode 246 by Jamie Anthony | Apr 15, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastT tribute to the late Mr Paul Oscher. Featuring excerpts from previous interviews to celebrate his genius talent, personality & character Episode 245 by Jamie Anthony | Apr 8, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastFeaturing an interview with Mr John Primer & Mr Bob Corritore. 1st of a 2-part Podcast. introducing their latest CD “Crawlin’ Kingsnake”. The post Episode 246 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

April 8, 2024Episode 245 Show 245 – Recorded 4-6-24 – This show features excerpts from a recent interview with Mr John Primer and Mr Bob Corritore and is the first of a two-part Podcast with these gentlemen speaking about and introducing their latest collaboration, the CD album “Crawlin’ Kingsnake”. You will learn more about John and Bob and the songs on the album. Joining John Primer’s vocals and slide guitar and Bob Corritore’s genius blues harp is Bob Stroger on electric bass, Jimi Primetime Smith on guitar, Anthony Geraci on piano, and Wes Starr on drums. Please give a listen. Blues Disciples: 245by Mr John Primer, Mr Bob Corritore , Mr Anthony Geraci, Mr Bob Stroger, Mr Wes Starr, Mr Jimi Primetime Smithhttps://media.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/content.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/Blues_Disciples_Show_Podcast_245_4-6-2024.mp3 Hosts & GuestsJamie Anthony Resources Share Episode 245 Download Episode Related Episodes Episode 246 by Jamie Anthony | Apr 15, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastT tribute to the late Mr Paul Oscher. Featuring excerpts from previous interviews to celebrate his genius talent, personality & character Episode 245 by Jamie Anthony | Apr 8, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastFeaturing an interview with Mr John Primer & Mr Bob Corritore. 1st of a 2-part Podcast. introducing their latest CD “Crawlin’ Kingsnake”. Episode 244 by Jamie Anthony | Mar 25, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastThis show features 13 Great Blues Recordings by 13 artists or groups. These recordings were made and published between 1930 & 2020.The post Episode 245 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

March 24, 2024 Episode 244 Show 244 – Recorded 3-23-24 – This show features 13 Great Blues Recordings by 13 artists or groups.  These recordings were made and published between 1930 & 2020.  Among the songs, we show how this amazing Blues Music can evolve from generation to generation with two songs by Legends Robert Johnson and Jimmy Reed. Here are the wonderful artists we feature today:  ZZ Top, Willie Brown, Robert Johnson, Elmore James, Piano Red, Jontavious Willis, Jimmy Reed, The Rolling Stones, Booker T Laury, Bobby Rush, Sonny Boy Williamson 2, Muddy Waters, James Son Thomas.  Please give a listen. Blues Disciples: 244 by ZZ Top, Willie Brown, Robert Johnson, Elmore James, Piano Red, Jontavious Willis, Jimmy Reed, The Rolling Stones, Booker T Laury, Bobby Rush, Sonny Boy Williamson 2, Muddy Waters, James Son Thomas https://media.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/content.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/Blues_Disciples_Show_Podcast_244_3-23-2024.mp3 Hosts & Guests Jamie Anthony  Resources Share Episode 244 Download Episode Related Episodes Episode 244 by Jamie Anthony | Mar 25, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastThis show features 13 Great Blues Recordings by 13 artists or groups. These recordings were made and published between 1930 & 2020. Episode 243 by Jamie Anthony | Mar 13, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastThis show features an interview with Mr Robin Hairston, founding member of The Blue Mountain Tribe Blues Band Episode 242 by Jamie Anthony | Feb 26, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastRecent Blues Hall of Fame Inductee, Dr David Evans provides excellent insights and information about Major Blues Legend, Mr Jimmy Reed. The post Episode 244 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

March 13, 2024 Episode 243 Show 243 – Recorded 3-9-24 – This show features an interview with Mr Robin Hairston, founding member of The Blue Mountain Tribe Blues Band.  From Robin, we learn a great deal about their band and their Native American culture.  Robin tells us about some of the important events experienced by his ancestors and documents in the 5 songs Robin wrote and introduces to us here.   Additionally, we provide 5 other Blues songs for your enjoyment from The Fiestas, Sleepy John Estes and The Tennessee Jug Busters, Hubert Sumlin and Willie Mabon, Elmore James, Curley Weaver and Blind Willie McTell.  Please give a listen. Blues Disciples: 243 by The Blue Mountain Tribe Blues Band https://media.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/content.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/Blues_Disciples_Show_Podcast_243_3-9-2024.mp3 Hosts & Guests Jamie Anthony  Resources Share Episode 243 Download Episode Related Episodes Episode 244 by Jamie Anthony | Mar 25, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastThis show features 13 Great Blues Recordings by 13 artists or groups. These recordings were made and published between 1930 & 2020. Episode 243 by Jamie Anthony | Mar 13, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastThis show features an interview with Mr Robin Hairston, founding member of The Blue Mountain Tribe Blues Band Episode 242 by Jamie Anthony | Feb 26, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastRecent Blues Hall of Fame Inductee, Dr David Evans provides excellent insights and information about Major Blues Legend, Mr Jimmy Reed. The post Episode 243 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

February 25, 2024 Episode 242 Show 242 – Recorded 2-24-24 – This show features an interview with ethnomusicologist, music producer, guitarist, researcher, friend and advisor to many blues artists, and recent Blues Hall of Fame Inductee, Dr David Evans who provides excellent insights and information about Major Blues Legend, Mr Jimmy Reed. Dr Evans introduces sixteen of Mr Reed’s many great blues hits from 1953 – 1963.  Please give a listen. Blues Disciples: 242 by Mr Jimmy Reed https://media.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/content.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/Blues_Disciples_Show_Podcast_242_2-24-2024.mp3 Hosts & Guests Jamie Anthony  Resources Share Episode 242 Download Episode Related Episodes Episode 243 by Jamie Anthony | Mar 13, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastThis show features an interview with Mr Robin Hairston, founding member of The Blue Mountain Tribe Blues Band Episode 242 by Jamie Anthony | Feb 26, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastRecent Blues Hall of Fame Inductee, Dr David Evans provides excellent insights and information about Major Blues Legend, Mr Jimmy Reed. Episode 241 by Jamie Anthony | Feb 13, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastMr Justin Showah who shares his knowledge of and stories about his friend and Blues Legend, Mr L.C. Ulmer. The post Episode 242 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

February 12, 2024 Episode 241 Show 241 – Recorded 2-10-24 – This show features more of our interview with an excellent electric and string bassist, producer and restaurateur, Mr Justin Showah who shares his knowledge of and stories about his friend and Blues Legend, Mr L.C. Ulmer. We showcase Mr Ulmer’s music accompanied by Justin Showah on bass, Eric Deaton on guitar and Wallace Lester on drums and percussion. Please give a listen. Blues Disciples: 241 by Mr L.C. Ulmer, Justin Showah, Eric Deaton, Wallace Lester https://media.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/content.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/Blues_Disciples_Show_Podcast_241_2-10-2024.mp3 Hosts & Guests Jamie Anthony  Resources Share Episode 241 Download Episode Related Episodes Episode 242 by Jamie Anthony | Feb 26, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastRecent Blues Hall of Fame Inductee, Dr David Evans provides excellent insights and information about Major Blues Legend, Mr Jimmy Reed. Episode 241 by Jamie Anthony | Feb 13, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastMr Justin Showah who shares his knowledge of and stories about his friend and Blues Legend, Mr L.C. Ulmer. Episode 240 by Jamie Anthony | Jan 30, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastMr Justin Showah who shares his knowledge of and stories about his friend and Blues Legend, Mr L.C. Ulmer. The post Episode 241 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

Show 240 – Recorded 1-27-24 – This show features our interview with an excellent electric and string bassist, producer and restaurateur, Mr Justin Showah who shares his knowledge of and stories about his friend and Blues Legend, Mr L.C. Ulmer.  We showcase Mr Ulmer’s music accompanied by Justin Showah on bass and Jimbo Mathus and Wallace Lester on drums and percussion. Please give a listen.

January 14, 2024Episode 239 Show 239 – Recorded 1-13-24 – This show features our interview with an excellent guitarist, producer and entrepreneur, Mr Peter Malick who tells us about his friendships and working with Blues Legends, Mr Otis Spann, Mr John Lee Hooker and many other great blues artists in the 1960’s and beyond. We showcase two great Otis Spann albums with 10 key selections chosen by Peter Malick. Please give a listen. Blues Disciples: 239by Mr Otis Spann, Mr John Lee Hooker, et alhttps://media.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/content.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/Blues_Disciples_Show_Podcast_239_1-14-2024.mp3 Hosts & GuestsJamie Anthony Resources Share Episode 239 Download Episode Related Episodes Episode 239by yideaz1 | Jan 30, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastMr Justin Showah who shares his knowledge of and stories about his friend and Blues Legend, Mr L.C. Ulmer.Episode 239by Jamie Anthony | Jan 15, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastWe showcase two great Otis Spann albums with 10 key selections chosen by Peter Malick guitarist, producer and entrepreneurEpisode 238by Jamie Anthony | Jan 2, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastAs we kick off the New Year we feature 12 great blues artists with recordings made from 1928 – 2022. Please give listenThe post Episode 239 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

January 1, 2024 Episode 238 Show 238 – Recorded 1-1-24 – As we kick off the New Year we feature 12 great blues artists with recordings made from 1928 – 2022.  The artists we are featuring: Frank Stokes, Tommy Johnson, Muddy Waters, L.C. Ulmer, The Staple Singers, Big Head Blues Club, Junior Wells, Bobby Rush, Mud Morganfield, Little Feat, Slim Harpo, Diunna Greenleaf.  Please Give Listen. Blues Disciples: 238 by Frank Stokes, Tommy Johnson, Muddy Waters, L.C. Ulmer, The Staple Singers, Big Head Blues Club, Junior Wells, Bobby Rush, Mud Morganfield, Little Feat, Slim Harpo, Diunna Greenleaf https://media.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/content.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/Blues_Disciples_Show_Podcast_238_1-1-2024.mp3 Hosts & Guests Jamie Anthony  Resources Share Episode 238 Download Episode Related Episodes Episode 238 by Jamie Anthony | Jan 2, 2024 | Blues Disciples PodcastAs we kick off the New Year we feature 12 great blues artists with recordings made from 1928 – 2022. Please give listen Episode 237 by Jamie Anthony | Dec 11, 2023 | Blues Disciples PodcastToday we feature 12 excellent blues artists with recordings made from 1957 – 2023, including Otis Redding, John Lee Hooker & Koko Taylor. Episode 236 by Jamie Anthony | Nov 28, 2023 | Blues Disciples PodcastToday we feature 12 excellent blues artists with recordings made from 1957 – 2023 including Little Feat, Mr Buddy Guy and others The post Episode 238 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

December 10, 2023 Episode 237 Show 237 – Recorded 12-9-23 – This Christmas we are featuring 18 excellent blues artists with seasonal recordings they made from 1929 – 2003.  The artists are: Frank “Sugar Chile” Robinson, Charles Brown, Otis Redding, Shemekia Copeland, Big Joe Williams, Canned Heat Blues Band featuring Dr John, John Lee Hooker, The Staple Singers, Hop Wilson, Tampa Red, Tom Waits, Koko Taylor, Lowell Fulson, Lightnin’ Hopkins, Victoria Spivey, Chuck Berry, Leroy Carr, Sister Rosetta Tharpe.  Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and Happy Holidays to Everyone Around The World! Blues Disciples: 237 by Frank “Sugar Chile” Robinson, Charles Brown, Otis Redding, Shemekia Copeland, Big Joe Williams, Canned Heat Blues Band featuring Dr John, John Lee Hooker, The Staple Singers, Hop Wilson, Tampa Red, Tom Waits, Koko Taylor, Lowell Fulson, Lightnin’ Hopkins, Victoria Spivey, Chuck Berry, Leroy Carr, Sister Rosetta Tharpe https://media.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/content.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/Blues_Disciples_Show_Podcast_237_12-9-2023.mp3 Hosts & Guests Jamie Anthony  Resources Share Episode 237 Download Episode Related Episodes Episode 237 by Jamie Anthony | Dec 11, 2023 | Blues Disciples PodcastToday we feature 12 excellent blues artists with recordings made from 1957 – 2023, including Otis Redding, John Lee Hooker & Koko Taylor. Episode 236 by Jamie Anthony | Nov 28, 2023 | Blues Disciples PodcastToday we feature 12 excellent blues artists with recordings made from 1957 – 2023 including Little Feat, Mr Buddy Guy and others Episode 235 by Jamie Anthony | Nov 13, 2023 | Blues Disciples PodcastToday welcome back our friend, Dr David Evans to enlighten us on the Bentonia Blues, a regional sub-genre of the greater blues we love Part 2 The post Episode 237 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

November 25, 2023 Episode 236 Show 236 – Recorded 11-27-23 – Today we feature 12 excellent blues artists with recordings made from 1957 – 2023.  The artists we feature today are: Little Feat, Mr Johnny Shines, Ms Diunna Greenleaf, Mr Drink Small, Mr Marquise Knox, Ms Samantha Fish & Mr Lightnin’ Malcolm, Mr Jimmy Reed, Mr Bobby Rush, 19th Street Red, Mr Buddy Guy, Ms Willie Mae “Big Mama” Thornton, Ms Rita Engedalen & Ms Margit Bakken.  Please Give Listen. Blues Disciples: 236 by Little Feat, Mr Johnny Shines, Ms Diunna Greenleaf, Mr Drink Small, Mr Marquise Knox, Ms Samantha Fish & Mr Lightnin’ Malcolm, Mr Jimmy Reed, Mr Bobby Rush, 19th Street Red, Mr Buddy Guy, Ms Willie Mae “Big Mama” Thornton, Ms Rita Engedalen & Ms Margit Bakken https://media.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/content.blubrry.com/bluesdisciples/Blues_Disciples_Show_Podcast_236_11-25-2023.mp3 Hosts & Guests Jamie Anthony  Resources Share Episode 236 Download Episode Related Episodes Episode 237 by Jamie Anthony | Dec 11, 2023 | Blues Disciples PodcastToday we feature 12 excellent blues artists with recordings made from 1957 – 2023, including Otis Redding, John Lee Hooker & Koko Taylor. Episode 236 by Jamie Anthony | Nov 28, 2023 | Blues Disciples PodcastToday we feature 12 excellent blues artists with recordings made from 1957 – 2023 including Little Feat, Mr Buddy Guy and others Episode 235 by Jamie Anthony | Nov 13, 2023 | Blues Disciples PodcastToday welcome back our friend, Dr David Evans to enlighten us on the Bentonia Blues, a regional sub-genre of the greater blues we love Part 2 The post Episode 236 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

November 13, 2023 Episode 235 Show 235 – Recorded 11-11-23 – We continue today with our friend, Dr David Evans explore and learn more about the Bentonia Blues, a regional sub-genre of the greater blues we love.  In addition to meeting and working with Bentonia’s legendary Mr Skip James, David explored this area for other blues artists who played in the Bentonia Blues traditions.  In 1966 he found a true diamond in the rough with Mr Jack Owens, who spent most of his life in the country outside Bentonia, Mississippi.  On this Part 2 podcast, Dr Evans shares more about Bentonia Blues and Mr Jack Owens while entertaining us with a selection of Mr Owens field recordings that David made in 1970 and 1971.  Please Give Listen. Blues Disciples: 235 by Dr David Evans, Mr Jack Owens https://eadn-wc03-8887407.nxedge.io/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Blues-Disciples-Show-Podcast-235-11-11-2023.mp3 Hosts & Guests Jamie Anthony  Resources Share Episode 235 Download Episode Related Episodes Episode 236 by Jamie Anthony | Nov 28, 2023 | Blues Disciples PodcastToday welcome back our friend, Dr David Evans to enlighten us on the Bentonia Blues, a regional sub-genre of the greater blues we love Part 2 Episode 235 by Jamie Anthony | Nov 13, 2023 | Blues Disciples PodcastToday welcome back our friend, Dr David Evans to enlighten us on the Bentonia Blues, a regional sub-genre of the greater blues we love Part 2 Episode 234 by Jamie Anthony | Oct 30, 2023 | Blues Disciples PodcastToday welcome back our friend, Dr David Evans to enlighten us on the Bentonia Blues, a regional sub-genre of the greater blues we love The post Episode 235 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.