“I really miss the integrity that the blues had in the past. I’m not saying it isn’t still present today, but I think it’s harder to come across. I’m very hopeful for the future of the blues because there are a lot of younger musicians coming up who are, in fact, keeping the integrity of the blues alive.”…

“Music is more important and vital in today’s society. The current climate of oppression and leading towards obedience and fascism is an attempt to crush the artistry of the human expression.”

James Cook:

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“Blues is a spiritual healing from the heart & soul with solid driving rhythms and wailin soloing  instruments & vocals.Blues is the music closest to our heart pulse!”

Jim Kahn: Keepin’ The Blues Hot…

“Music - in fact, all art - has always played an important role in the health and well being of society: physically, mentally, and spiritually. It's a little disconcerting that we don't consume music like we used to - it's become this ubiquitous soundscape that's always present, but I'm not sure how much people truly appreciate it. Music always has been, and always will be, a central part of most people's lives. Life…

“Blues music has always been about living one’s life and singing about the good and the bad experiences. We all have moments in our lives where we suffer and where we celebrate.”

Murray Kinsley: The Blues Of The Storm

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”I think it is important to preserve and spread all kind of music, not particularly jazz. All music brings people together and personally I am into many types of music. Our jazz fsetival in Kardamili always include blues, different kind of Greek music, rockn roll, klezmer and many others - the main thing is jazz.”

Bjarne S…

“Well in my case the blues has taken me to many place around the world. So have experienced many other cultures. As humans we are all the same!”

Tommy Castro: Close To The (Blues) Bone

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"I think jazz and blues will be combined with new musical elements to create a new music."

Tom "Bones" Malone: Sliding The Wind

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“Canadians are kind of traditional people, and we really appreciate the blues. There's been a scene here for a long time, with so many great blues players coming through, especially in Toronto back in the day.”

Mike McKenna: Everything About the Blues…

“Blues music is the most resilient music in the world. It has been the soundtrack for the civil rights movements, and we know how important are nowadays civil rights. Which is the right music to talk about that? To talk about Martin Luther King or other heroes who gave their life for our freedom? Music is very important. Music is our soul food. To me is what make me breath.”…

“Before fans used to come to concerts to listen to the music, to enjoy themselves, to spend time with friends and to have a memorable experience. Nowadays more and more people are coming to hang out with their smartphones, to just take pictures and videos of artists as a token, “look I was there, “instead of enjoying the live performance; especially the younger fans.”

Tomislav…

“Blues music from its inception has been a pure and honest depiction of the struggles of human kind. Efforts must be made to share the magic that comes when humans share their pain, suffering and even happiness in simple & honest terms. Blues Music must be shared to keep this pipeline to the soul open.”

Crooked Eye Tommy:…

“One big lesson I’ve learned is to keep going. When I look back on my journey, I definitely had delusions of grandeur when I was younger. (Probably common). Life has a way of humbling you at some point, or at many points along the way.”

Piet Dalmolen: Time Stands Still…

“miss the humanity of it and the sense of adventure and surprise, as opposed to perfect performances/appearances that are bending to every marketing force. I hope there are enough people of all generations that long for and appreciate that kind of humanity and surprise, and that those audiences and artists will find each other.”…

”The BLUES is and will be an inexhaustible source of inspiration to put all human experiences into music, regardless of the country they are from. That is why it is very important that we continue to support and promote all BLUES musicians around the world.”

Gustavo…

"To me the music was, and it is still the art, and not something to waste my brain with substances or ideology. Perhaps I can be characterized as a progressive lefty, but that's all BS to me."

Leonardo Pavkovic:

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Leonardo Pavkovic…

“Music is a healer; the best blues music will turn sadness to joy. You can get lost inside of a song or performance like nothing else and come out feeling different, better.”

Marc Lipkin:

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“Music has always been my lens for understanding the world. It’s a universal language that transcends borders, time, and experiences, showing me how interconnected we all are. Whether it’s the protest songs of the 1960s or a pop anthem that makes you want to dance, music teaches empathy and resilience.”

Eric Alper: That ……

"Everything. Back then the music was pure, and the industry was somewhat corrupt but there were openings to get through with some real shit. Now everybody’s copying everybody else and there’s very little I hear that’s new and good."

Jon Tiven:

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Jon Tiven…

“Life is indeed more than music and I see many things that has other influences but I basically relate it all to music because I can see a Blues in it all.”

Eb Davis: Alright Blues Then and Now

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