“I think music is a great leveller. A great unifier. A great healer. It’s a uniquely human thing, that demonstrably improves our lives. There are some unfortunate examples where music, politics and hate merge together that sadden me: when music becomes wrongly or unnecessarily associated with a certain mindset.”

Jump 66: Let The…

“I do believe that the artist has a significant societal function and is just as important as scientist, doctors, lawyers, etc. it is our job to promote new thoughts and ideas and also to record the past. Music is also political and should be.”

Joey Stuckey: Progressive Americana…

“I don't miss a lot about music from the past really, because I am still playing it with both of my bands — The Voodoo Preachers and BluesXpress. As far as music in the future goes, I hope it can maintain its individuality and not become — as far as Blues goes — not too complicated, and hopefully not overrun with AI bullshit!!”

Paul Buchanan: Hard Driving…

“Honestly, I think almost all music created in the 20th and now the 21st century has a lot to thank the blues for. It’s hard to find any music that isn’t somehow influenced by blues music.“

Paul Pigat: Cousin Harley Plays the Blues…

“The Blues helped create, Jazz, Be bop, Soul, RnB & gospel (maybe a disagreement there) ….plus the Blues had a Baby & they named that Baby Rock & Roll. I’m still spreading the news around, through my music today. It’s like I say, it’s not just music but a way of life, a whole history lesson.”

Paul Lamb: All About The…

“Blues and other types of folk music are social in nature. As we as a species become less and less connected due to the use of non-human intermediary devices, we certainly need that which can keep us connected in more wholesome ways... a good meal with friends, a chit chat, a quilting bee, sports, dance… music.”…

"I miss the honesty of music’s past. I miss great albums, where 8 out of the 10 songs were hits. I miss putting on a record and walking across the room to sit down, because you were invested, and you knew you were in good hands for the next 45 minutes, or so. Nowadays, it seems everyone is chasing that 1 hit. And the album is just the vessel to hold it. I miss really great records."

Cryin’ Out…

"To preserve the history of where blues came from so we can take it to the next level all the while not losing where it came from would be my first thought. But I truly believe it will never be lost."

Paul Black: Beautiful Sin, Divine Music

Born and raised in Terrace BC, Paul Black received his first…

"Well, I really miss it being more commonly treated with the reverence it deserves and within the spirit it is intended. I hope that we can capture the attention of younger generation so they can enjoy it as fully as past generations have."

The Wicked Lo-Down: Out of Line…

"To keep gratitude and humility at the forefront of my paths in life and music."

Brothers Brown: Nowhere Left To Go

The cliché “Don’t judge a book by the cover” does and does not apply to the cosmically colorful artwork that adorns the new sophomore album, “Nowhere Left To Go” (2024) from Brothers Brown. The thirteen songs written…

"I miss seeing all the originators that I would see sometimes seven nights a week back in the 1970's and 1980's. Unfortunately, they are no longer with us, but I was so fortunate to see and talk with many of them and even play with some of them."

Paul Barry: Blowin' Like Hell in Twin Cities

Twin Cities based harmonica man Paul Barry…

"The melodies are so perfectly crafted and catchy that you just can't help but hum and sing along. And Christmas is such a fun time of the year with decorations, parties and gifts. Even a grouchy old Scrooge will give in and crack a smile eventually."

Paul Avgerinos: Om, Serene Shanti Noel!

Multi-Grammy® winner Paul Avgerinos…

"Music is a vibration that is felt and transmitted on different frequencies. No matter what the music is called by others, it will be recognized by those able to receive the vibrational waves from the medium."

Joe Charitos & Paul Miles: Cool Blues

French musician Joe Charitos and American born Paul Miles (of Swiss-based duo of Joe…

"Life in general. Getting up and going to work every day as a roofer for forty seven years will give anyone an attitude. I believe that attitude comes out in my music. I believe I represent the true working man in my words and music."

Paul Filipowicz: The Blues Is Alive & Well

Singer,…

"I think Rory’s music shows his strong personality. And people resonate with this very much. Not the star but a human being."

Band of Friends: Keeping The Myth Alive!

Gerry McAvoy formed Band of Friends in 2012. Gerry played with Rory Gallagher for 20 years. The band now consists of Brendan O’Neill on drums (Rory…

"Blues music is enormously diverse, has gone through a century of change & development & will continue to change. The impact of the blues has and will continue to shift. On a simple level, the music brings people together, makes them equal, removes barriers & differences. That'll do for me!"

Paul Cowley: On The Blues Highway 

The…

"I truly believe that music, generally, brings people of all colors and backgrounds together. That’s power. And, that’s love. The human spirit is an amazing thing to witness. The Blues genre is no pariah, yet the Blues community is small: is represented by a small community of devoted listeners, avid followers and creative genius. Notably, we’ve seen artists from all backgrounds become great creators of blues music, and that speaks volumes for it is the art…

"I want people to recognize that music is a universal language that we are blessed to share. It breaks barriers and brings strangers together, all around the world."

CINEMA CINEMA: Art Punk ...and Beyond

New York experimental art punk duo CINEMA CINEMA continues their partnership with Nefarious Industries for the upcoming August 20 release…

"I just want my music to lift people, take them on a journey, leave them feeling like they have experienced something great. Music is the food of the soul."

Paul Moran: The Jazz Geordie

Paul Moran is a Hammond organist, pianist, trumpeter, composer and arranger. Paul Moran’s unique artistry is heard in both the R&B, Jazz, and…

"Real music can’t help but reflect the social climate in which it was constructed. I feel that this band sets out to either tell a story or unpack a problem. That may sound depressing, but truth is, singing about these problems and flawed characters allows us to come together and make that a joyous occasion."

Aris Paul Band: Red-Eyed, Road Rock…