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JJ Grey and Mofro’s new album is deeply impressive Though not necessarily traditional blues, their unique gumbo of roots strains, from blues to soul, to rock n’ roll, is appealing to fans of great music on any level.

After the album opens with Howlin’ Wolf talking about what gives somebody the blues, it’s clear pretty quickly that Memphis Gold shares a background with many of the all-time greats.

We all know Ana can play. We all know she can sing. As if she has something to prove, she…

David Gogo’s latest album has it all — southern rock, Stax soul, rollicking blues and even a little bit of Michael Jackson for good measure!

This shining ensemble album is a proud celebration of Alligator’s many towering accomplishments over 40 years, and is possibly the best valued album of the year.

The Cooper Brothers return for a fantastic new album, with production wizard Colin Linden

Washingtonian Magazine hails Bad Influence as “a part of a long and worthy Washington blues tradition.” With an award for…

Alligator’s new album, spearheaded by Tommy Castro, is a commanding live album that is packed to the brim with shockingly large talents such as Trampled Under Foot, Janiva Magness & Joe Louis Walker.

“Black Cloud” sports an album cover showing a simple, nondescript cloud that hides a CD bursting at the seams with classic New Orleans and powerful vocals.

Grady Champion, 2010’s International Blues Challenge winner, recently released “Dreamin'”, an excellent album that showcases his unique harmonica prowess.