“balling the jack” a popular phrase from blues songs, rail yards, dance halls, and even Harlem plays and eventually the silver screen! Find all about “Balling the Jack”!
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This week’s “Language of the Blues” word is “Bailing Wire”, which many a blusman hand-crafted their first guitar from!
Find out what “Bag” musicians are referring to… and it’s powerful gangster origins!
This week’s “Language” article explores one of the most (in)famous blues terms, the BACK DOOR MAN!
Read the great Dr. John explain what this week’s “Language of the Blues” word, AXE, is all about!
Another installment in our new weekly series by author and rocker Debra Devi. This week, we explore the term “Ashes Hauled”, made famous by Sleepy John Estes
This is the first in a new weekly series that focuses on the meaning and significance of a unique word used in blues song. Come back every Wednesday for the latest!
Corritore continues to honor his Chicago roots and the sacred traditions of the blues, with a relentless passion for preserving its history and fostering collaborations. His mission is clear: “It’s hard to understand the character of the blues, without knowing some of the characters of the blues.”
With 30 albums and countless musical memories, his dedication to the blues legacy and community remains as strong as ever.
‘Liberation’ is out today, March 14, via Sun Records! The title track is a fierce anthem about taking control of your own decisions and following your heart. Check out the video shot in the heart of LA, where ZZ’s soulful voice soars over expansive cityscapes.
Regardless of how one celebrates Halloween, most can agree that there’s always a hint of darkness in the air at this time of year.