Author: JD Nash

If anyone has the right, the talent, and the wherewithal to re-visualize Rolling Stones music, it’s Bernard Fowler, and if there ever was time to do so, it’s now.

“This is the first record we’ve made where, when I listen to it, it puts me in a specific place,” explains Trucks. “It puts me in a zone and hits some raw nerves.”

Lenz’ new album occupies a unique space that finds her blending the sounds of the two roots genres while also incorporating atmospheric pedal steel and reverb to create an at times noir-oriented vibe.

Since 2017, cherished Mississippi bluesman Jimmy “Duck” Holmes has been mentoring Farr in the Bentonia Style of the Delta Blues, an obscure style that Holmes learned directly from Henry Stuckey.

Dr. Joe is glorious, foot-stomping, grungy, in-your-face music reminiscent of the White Stripes in their primal heyday, all without a single guitar.

“This one kicks the LP off with a rollicking groove that sets the blues-rock tone for the collection and its unifying themes,” Fusco told us.

“It’s slightly different. We’re not trying to rip anything off from the past or anything. But we used our influences and this is the consequence.” – Jorgen Carlsson on ‘Pop & Tacos’.

Influenced by artists including Otis Rush, Buddy Guy, and Anson Funderburgh Mike Ledbetter had soul. But that was far from all he had.

“Here’s a song I wrote about all the troubles going on in the world right now,” Mayall told us. “I think Steven Van Zandt did a powerful job capturing the mood of the song with his dynamic guest guitar contribution.”

For the 40th year, the Blues Music Awards will present a one-of-a-kind gathering of renowned performers and rising stars who reflect the breadth and variety of talent found in today’s blues music scene.