Browsing: Mike Zito

Blues musicians and fans continue to help “Raise the Roof” to make The Blues Foundation’s plans to make a Blues Hall of Fame a physical reality

Ronnie Baker Brooks, Royal Southern Brotherhood, Big George Brock, and other blues greats graced a new venue at Saint Louis Bluesweek to play a grab-bag of blues styles to the sweet smell of BBQ and a beautiful, unmatched backdrop.

They say you have to live the blues to sing the blues. Unfortunately, not everyone survives that ride. But those who do return with gold…

Fish describes her new album, her hilarious first gig (a painful Hannah Montana cover), scary trips on the road, and working hard on her direction as a songwriter and guitarist.

Song number one is called “Miles To Go” it is as rocking as they come these days while still staying under the blues umbrella.

Mike Zito strives for truth in his songwriting, his playing, and being a team member; helping the group realize their musical vision. He wants genuine quality in everything he does. Self-serving methods and practices don’t work for him: it’s all about the the song, the group, the music.

Mike Zito has Gone To Texas and we should all be thankful he did. This album is about making a choice to start over, facing and conquering inner demons, and being reborn.

Royal Southern Brotherhood Member Steps Out on New Solo Album with Special Guests Delbert McClinton, Sonny Landreth, Susan Cowsill and Others!

After a powerhouse set, Devon Allman, Mike Zito, and Cyril Neville swung by the back porch to talk about the spiritual forces that led to their formation, the steps they took to craft the band, unique songwriting, and how they influence one another.

After a blowout jam with the boys of Royal Southern Brotherhood to end the night, Sam swung by the back porch to talk about her explosive career, winning a Blues Music Award, and unsuccessfully trying to buy fireworks in England!