Author: JD Nash

“Today the world lost a great man. A man I would consider to be like a father. Someone who changed not only my life but the lives of so many. Thank you for everything you did, I wouldn’t be here if it were not for you.” – Colin Connors

He likes it hard, fast, and loud. With that thought, his new release, ‘Should’ve Seen it Coming,’ delivers in spades.

It was the first time America heard itself.

Here are your winners for the 38th Blues Music Awards.

The KWS Band will celebrate the album’s release with a US tour that kicks off August 9th in Westbury, NY.

Each record she makes talks specifically about a moment in her life.

Tampa Bay area songstress, Lauren Mitchell has been treading water of late. A recent loss, combined with the breakup of a band, would leave many artists on the verge of throwing in the proverbial towel. Not so with Mitchell. Her most recent release, Desire, has her coming back stronger than ever. Moving to Florida from Columbus, Ohio after college, Mitchell worked in a restaurant, and sang with a soul band at night. Her blues and soul loving father made sure she was steeped in the tradition. Her first two releases, Please Come Home, and Live from The Bradfordville Blues Club…

Even though the world, with all it’s complexities, swirls around us, there’s always time for a warm, tropical breeze, some splendid blues, and a cold Mai Tai.

The subject matter in Cohen’s songs is often morose. In fact, it became somewhat of a trademark for his music.

The band is fueled by the powerhouse harmonica work of Madison, Wisconsin-based songwriter Joe Nosek, and the huge, gritty vocals of Chicago bluesman Oscar Wilson.