Legacy, legends, and rising voices were honored as The Blues Foundation announced the winners of the 46th Annual Blues Music Awards in Memphis!
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Two new singles have recently been released from distinct corners of the music world—Jackson & The Janks with their rollicking rhythm & blues, and Anne Harris offering a luminous, introspective ballad.
Trailblazing gospel icon Sister Rosetta Tharpe — dubbed the Godmother of Rock ‘n’ Roll — electrified audiences with her powerful voice, fierce guitar skills, and groundbreaking partnership with Marie Knight. From 1940s gospel hits to a legendary rainy UK train station performance that inspired rock legends, her story now shines on stage in the acclaimed musical Marie and Rosetta, starring soul queen Beverley Knight.
Brooklyn-based bluesman Reed Turchi premieres “Walk With Me,” a lulling, soul-baring track featured on his forthcoming album ‘World On Fire.’
‘Doing Things Right’ releases April 25 via Jalopy Records, featuring the exclusive track ‘Mardi Gras Mambo.” Joined by Cindy Cashdollar, Samoa Wilson, Racky Thomas, and more, Kweskin redefines the spirit of the folk revival with The Berlin Hall Saturday Night Revue.
Eli Paperboy Reed revisits his raw, spirited 2005 debut with a reissue of ‘Sings Walkin’ and Talkin’ and Other Smash Hits!’ arriving June 6 via Yep Roc Records! To celebrate, American Blues Scene premieres his transportive cover of “You’re Gonna Make Me Cry,” channeling the late Willie “Rip” Butler.
Lauren and Tracee explore life’s seasons with honesty, heart, and soaring harmony—offering comfort, strength, and a reminder that light always returns.
Chambers DesLauriers, the soulful duo of Annika Chambers & Paul DesLauriers, release a feel-good anthem celebrating enduring love through every high and low. Produced by Eric Corne for Forty Below Records!
Glenn Alexander, famed for his guitar work with Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, has teamed up with his daughter Oria for the single “Broken.” The song, written years ago, is described by Glenn as “the story of our lives” and is inspired by Brenda Russell’s “Against The Law.”
Stud Ford, grandson of blues legend T-Model Ford, teams up with Will Coppage to release their debut EP ‘Ain’t No Love.’