“The blues tells a story—it tells the story of life itself. It's about the good, the bad, and the ugly. It's about struggle, perseverance, triumph, heartbreak, success, and failure. The blues is honest and authentic, and that's what makes it so powerful.”

Nicky T: Nothing Bout The Blues…

“The blues means honesty. It means soul. It means taking pain and turning it into something powerful and something beautiful. The blues is real life, it’s not perfect, it’s not polished, it’s raw and it’s emotional. But it’s also joy and strength and attitude.”

Lexie Blue: Blues with…

“I hope in the very least it can inspire people to look deeper into the history of the music and the people who created it. For example, everyone should know that the Blues is foundational music.”

Todd Albright: Deep Roots of Pure Blues 

Todd…

"I mostly miss all the characters, the old timers, the real deal blues guys and all the craziness that we all experienced together. The situations we all found ourselves in the good and the lousy gigs. The cool clubs and the shithole clubs.  As for the blues music of the past, I miss the simplicity, the grooves, the soul."

Kenny Parker: Motor City's Hellfire Blues…

“What I miss most from music nowadays are, nowadays music with lyrics and stories that have poor substance and lack of a good melody line that songs of the past had. Many new artists don’t understand hooks and how to sing the song to deliver it out of a box.”

Larin Michaels: It’s All About Music…

“I miss how the musicians were more accessible back in the 70's. You could walk into their dressing room because the door was open and strike up a conversation with Buddy Guy and Jr. Wells. I hope the torch will continue to be passed on for the blues to the younger generation. I have faith in the future generations, I fear that we will not be able to pass this beautiful earth on to the children in a healthy…

“The same as it has always been. One of the major pillars to please, bring comfort and joy to society as a whole. I want them to enjoy it and for it to somehow make their lives a little better.”

Mitch Ryder: From Detroit … With Love …

"Roots music, plays a role today by connecting us to our cultural roots and reminding us of our shared experiences. In a fast-paced world, roots music provides a sense of grounding. It celebrates diversity, hopefully bridges divides, and understanding for people from different backgrounds. It's a timeless reminder of the power of music to bring us all together."

Shaun Murphy: The Voice of…

"I don’t think music means as much to young people today. Music, as an art form, has been taken for granted. People expect to get it for free! There are no liner notes or musician credits to be found. Over the last 20 years, music has become a more of a background soundtrack for people who are busy doing 100 other things at the same time (shopping, running errands, working out, etc)."

Pat Smillie:…

"Detroit has a deep and storied musical heritage, with a history deeply rooted in blues, soul, and R&B. The city has been home to legendary musicians like John Lee Hooker, Muddy Waters, and Big Maceo, who helped shape the blues genre. This heritage has created a lasting connection between the people of Detroit and the blues, fostering a strong sense of pride and appreciation for the music."

Chris…

"To be a Blueswoman, you have to work that much harder than a man, in my opinion. You must stand out that much more. There are far more opportunities for men in the music industry so a woman often times must create her own. This is true going back in history not only in the music industry but in all sectors of life."

Niecie: Queen Sitting On Her Throne…

"The key so far for me is to find your center and be true to yourself. Don’t try and sound or be like anyone else. Find time to laugh and see the world take it on and meet people. Live life, be with family, loved ones and definitely try to find time go to the beach and be near the ocean. Don’t be afraid to try new things and make them a part of yourself. Talk to people all kinds of people it’s the best way to cure the blues."…

"The musicians in Detroit were all friends. No one cared what race or heritage you were as long as you could play. We never knew what songs we played on would be hits. We just made sure the producer and arranger were happy with our performance on each song and moved on to the next song."

Dennis Coffey: The Sounds of Motor City

Dennis Coffey is an…

"I think it (Soul, Blues & Rock music) continues forward because it speaks to the hearts and souls of people it's a mixture of the classics and it’s not perfect imperfections are perfection!"

Eliza Neals: Detroit Blues & Rock Diva

Eliza Neals is a dynamic front woman, multi-talented musician, confident producer and outstanding live…

"Music brings people together, crosses all barriers, even if they are just tapping their toes to the beat. If they listen to to words and emotion of many of my songs, it goes much deeper. We all have a voice."

Laura Rain & The Caesars:…

"John Lee Hooker said that the Blues is the Healer. It's healing properties come from its themes of the human condition. It is a music accessible by everyone that is defined by an indigenous origin and morphed by its surroundings."

Detroit Disciples: Urban Roots…

"The Blues seem to me to have lasting power because when it is all said and done they ultimately speak to survival, having fun in spite of conditions, and to the celebration of life."

Greg Nagy: The Blues Around Me…

"The blues teaches you about life, and how to tell a story. Blues songs are really short tales that are passed on from storyteller to storyteller."

Tino Gross: Howlin' Funky Pleasant

Martin (Tino) Gross…

"I believe that the Blues is almost a prime evil form of music. The entire idea behind the music is pure emotion."

Paul Lamb: A Musical Time Capsule

Detroit. Few words draw up such emotion and imagery as…