Browsing: The Blues Foundation

Coming June 10th On Horton Records, with Album Release Party Show that Night at Cain’s Ballroom

The title track, “Major League Blues,” would turn out to include the last recording of blues guitar giant Jimmy Johnson.

Mikey Junior steps up to the mic joining Guldin in singing the praises of their favorite watering hole during the swampy boogaloo “Twisted Tail.”

“I titled the album ‘Mercy Me’ as I was thinking about all the things going on in the world. We need to have more mercy for the world, for other people and for ourselves.” – Ronnie Earl

“I wanted to make this song sound like it came from a Londoner as much as possible. The lyrics describe the city and its vibe so precisely, so I had to follow that feeling.” – Boris Zamba Lead Vocalist/Guitarist of Voodoo Ramble

The eleven new tracks of classic R&B, Soul Blues and Torch songs find Lynn full of the fire and sass that first earned her attention and acclaim on the Houston music scene.

The BMAs honor the past year’s exceptional achievements in blues music recording, performance, and songwriting, as well as supporting the blues rich cultural traditions.

Born Sylvester Thompson on July 1st, 1936 in Holly Springs, Mississippi, he moved with his family to Chicago in 1950.

Stay tuned for the updated IBC event schedule that includes workshops, panels, and showcases.

Unlike the Blues Music Awards, the KBAs are awarded to non-performers strictly on the basis of merit by a select panel of Blues professionals.