Gone But Not Forgotten: Otis Rush
BY: TODD BEEBE The world lost a true musical icon with the passing of Blues master Otis Rush on September 29, 2018. Otis was part of…
From the Archives: David Lackey on Po’ Monkey
Editor’s note: Willie “Po’ Monkey” Seaberry was found dead in his home Thursday at the age of 74. The cause of death is as-of-yet unconfirmed, though it is…
“They Won’t Come Back Around For Nothing.” Black Population Loss In Chicago
The Great Migration plays a critical role in blues history. Thousands of African Americans from the deep South moved North in search of equality and better job opportunities, bringing their…
Stand Back! Charlie Musselwhite’s Life in the Blues
By Todd Beebe In the world of blues harmonica players one name rightfully finds its way to the top of any list: Charlie Musselwhite. Charles Douglas…
Blues from the Streets of ‘The Other America’
BY TERRY MESSMAN J. B. Lenoir was one of the bravest political voices of his era. He sang against poverty, lynching, the Vietnam War, racism and…
Gone But Not Forgotten: Bo Diddley
The “Bo Diddley Beat” is a timeless style that has influenced everyone from Buddy Holly to the Clash. It’s driving, five beat rhythm has been borrowed,…
Highway 61 Revisited
Originally posted on bluesandlit.blogspot.com By David Lackey I don’t know exactly when this blues thing began. I started teaching high school English in 1982. Muddy Waters…
Nick Charles: Laying the Foundation
When Buddy Guys Legends learned of the passing of Nick Charles we were deeply saddened. In an effort to remember his life, Legends in conjunction with John…