Year: 2017

The state of Texas is known for its fiery blues guitar players, and Lance Lopez’s furious fretboard mastery encapsulates that sound.

In the midst of a troubled world, Loren’s latest single, “I Know a Place,” is a breath of hope.

We cast a wide net and gathered ten different “Rain” songs from across a range of styles and genres. So, without further ado, we present our choices.

The goal with Smith’s latest was an album that felt both fresh and familiar at once, which nods to the past while still moving forward.

“Renowned for his musical prowess Malcolm was a songwriter, guitarist, performer, producer and visionary who inspired many.”

To christen the signing, the Nick Moss Band featuring Dennis Gruenling will release their label debut, ‘The High Cost Of Low Living’, in March 2018.

Tedeschi Trucks Band, formed by husband and wife, Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks, might have assembled one of the best touring jam bands ever.

On ‘Waiting for The Train,’ Rawls gives fans old and new something to talk about and enjoy. His music is like a good story that we can’t wait to share with a friend.

‘Live From The Mississippi Delta’ showcases a rare collection of photographs and stories about musicians from Robert Plant, B. B. King, and ZZ Top to local guitarists playing gigs on the weekend.

As determined by a select panel of blues professionals, the KBA Awards are presented annually, honoring those who make significant contributions to the genre.