Blues Disciples

On this episode we feature excerpts from our most recent conversation and interview with Dr. Guido van Rijn.  Here we learn a great deal about President Roosevelt’s impact on Black Americans in the early 1930’s as a result of HIS efforts to bring America and the World out of history’s GREAT DEPRESSION.  Along with this historic information, Dr van Rijn shares 11 blues and gospel selections detailing Roosevelt’s influence and achievements. Enjoy! Episode 280 – Recorded 8-22-2026 The post Dr Guido van Rijn Interview About His Book, Roosevelt’s Blues appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

This episode features excerpts from our recent interview with Ms Maria Muldaur. Here we learn more about Maria and her amazing 44 albums focused on The Blues and America Roots Music. Many of Maria’s recordings and those we will play for you pay tribute to early legendary Blues Women such as Memphis Minnie, Bessie Smith, Blue Lu Barker and Victoria Spivey. Episode 279 – Recorded 7-30-2026 The post Maria Muldaur Interview About Her Career In The Blues and Americana Music appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

This episode features excerpts from our recent interviews with our friend Marc Ryan who is in the process of publishing a box set of recordings about a long out-of-business record label by the name of Home Of The Blues that operated in the early 1960’s and published some little known, but excellent rhythm and blues music recorded at the famous Rock-A-Billy, Blues and early Rock & Roll studios of the legendary Sam Phillips in Memphis.  Please enjoy!! Episode 278 – Recorded 7-14-2026 The post Marc Ryan Interview About Home Of The Blues appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

On this episode we feature excerpts from recent interviews we had with our friend Dr Guido van Rijn who recently wrote and published a very interesting book about blues and gospel artist Reverend Robert Wilkins, The Memphis Blues and Gospel of Robert Wilkins. With its purchase you get an excellent CD containing Rev Wilkins early recordings. In our interview, Dr van Rijn shares some of the stories about Rev Wilkins and his unique character, genius and playing style. Please enjoy!! Episode 277 – Recorded 6-23-2026 The post Dr Guido van Rijn Interview About Reverend Robert Wilkins appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

Blues Music From Rock, Soul and Raw Country Artists – This episode focuses on Musical Artists who were deeply influenced by The Blues but took the path to another genre.  We feature Recordings that show the Blues Roots of Little Feat, The Chambers Brothers and David Allan Coe.  Please enjoy!! Episode 276 – Recorded 5-16-2026 The post Blues Music From Rock, Soul and Raw Country Artists appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

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 The post Billy Johnson, Libby Rae Watson and Bob Corritore Interviews on our Tribute to Bluesman Pat Thomas appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

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 The post Dr David Evans & Marc Ryan Interviews on Roosevelt Holts 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 The post Dr David Evans & Marc Ryan Interviews on Babe Stovall – Part 2 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

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 Episode 270 – Recorded 11-10-25 The post Dr David Evans & Marc Ryan Interviews on Babe Stovall – Part 1 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

On this podcast, we feature 12 great spirituals from an excellent group of artists celebrating their love of God and the world. The post Spirituals and Gospels appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

On this podcast we feature excerpts from recent interviews we had with Blues Legend Willie Buck and Blues Harp Genius Bob Corritore. The post Willie Buck and Bob Corritore appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

Interview with Blues Legend and Chicago Hall of Fame inductee, Ms Mary Lane, a blues artist still performing at the age of 90 The post Mary Lane appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

Interview excerpts with our friend and Blues Hall of Fame artist Mr John Primer, about his latest album titled “Grown In Mississippi. The post John Primer – “Grown In Mississippi” appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

Interview excerpts with Blues Harp Legend, Jerry Portnoy, who tells us about his life and performing alongside Mr Muddy Waters, Eric Clapton, and others The post Blues Harp Legend Jerry Portnoy appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

This podcast episode features two songs from Bob Stroger’s first solo album, Bob Stroger – In The House, and twelve songs from his latest CD The post Bob Stroger – Blues Legend and Bassist – Part 2 appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

Features an interview with Bob Stroger, who describes his life growing up as a tenant farmer and finding his way to success as a blues man The post Bob Stroger – Blues Legend and Bassist appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.

Dive into Bob Corritore’s powerhouse album Doin’ the Shout, featuring 30 blues legends, unforgettable stories, and soul-stirring performances. The post Bob Corritore – “Doin’ The Shout” appeared first on Blues Disciples Podcasts.