Michael Limnios Blues Network's Blog – October 2017 Archive (13)

Q&A with Dutch blues harp player & singer Machiel Meijers of Stackhouse - swingin' blues with deep roots

"I think blues and roots music were a kind of freedom of expression to people who didn’t have a whole lot of freedom. In later years (60s) the music probably helped spread a political message too, but to what extent is not up to me to say!"

Machiel Meijers: Tailgatin'…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 30, 2017 at 9:30pm — No Comments

Q&A with saxophone player Knoel Scott of Sun Ra Arkestra: Jazz is the Spiritual music of African American people

"Jazz music dissembles the brainwashing of bigotry and racism for a period of time…but like a rubber band stretched...the programming snaps back into place over time..."

Knoel Scott: The Sound of Spirit …

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 25, 2017 at 11:00pm — No Comments

Veteran musician & Filmmaker Keith Dion talks about Noel Redding, Arthur Lee, and the 60’s counterculture

"Well obviously, I miss the ability to see some of my greatest inspirations live in concert – Jimi Hendrix, Jim Morrison and the Doors, John Coltrane to name a few."

Keith Dion: 3:05 AM... and Beyond 

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 22, 2017 at 8:00pm — No Comments

Greek photojournalist Zoiss Louvaris talks about the Rock counterculture, photo-art, and socio-cultural implications

"Art is here, alright. It just works in more subtle ways than a pamphlet. But is here when is needed, sometimes leading, sometimes walking along, but always present."

Zoiss Louvaris: Athens City Blues…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 21, 2017 at 11:00pm — No Comments

Blues Hall of Famer, Liz VanHouten talks about Little Charlie & The Nightcats, Big Mama Thornton and 60's counterculture

"Blues has its roots in the African-American culture dating back to the time of slavery.  It has had a huge impact on the music of our time not only in America, but all over the world.  Blues music crosses racial, political and socio-cultural lines."

Liz VanHouten: Sacramento…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 16, 2017 at 10:30pm — No Comments

Interview with multi-talented Greek musician Nikos Giousef - created an unique baritone upright musical saw

"Historically music has always been connected to social and political movements. As I said before the Pagliacci should alert the audience. The song must protect the heart from freezing. It's your friend when you are alone, it gives you power to move, it covers your back when you fight, it gives the pulse to the crowd."…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 14, 2017 at 4:00pm — No Comments

Q&A with virtuoso guitarist Randy Jacobs - The Blues, Rock, Funk and Soul are aspects of his life and journeys

"Everyone is the same on this planet when music has a great message, strong melody and a killer groove that touches them. I've seen it. Sun Ra once said "Music is Language" I believe that, it is a universal one."

Randy Jacobs: Shake The Planet…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 12, 2017 at 10:30pm — No Comments

Veteran producer/musician Tim Abbott talks about The Chocolate Watchband & Kingdom Voice Productions

"Rock music is a huge cultural influence and it sets trends and moves people in interesting new directions. Our hope is that the music that our group is writing and other groups like us can speak to people to open their minds to be more accepting of all people. And not just be thinking about business and money but what's right for the…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 8, 2017 at 9:00pm — No Comments

British singer Allan Atkins talks about Judas Priest, Jug Blues Band and Metal, Blues Counterculture of UK

"The best advice anyone gave me was be yourself and never give up."

Allan Atkins: Dawn Of The Metal Gods

Allan John Atkins is an English heavy metal vocalist, best known for his association…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 6, 2017 at 6:00pm — No Comments

Q&A with Buffy Sainte-Marie, one of Canada's most renowned Indigenous singers, activists and icons anchors

"Our music and our actions helped to end the Vietnam War and put Lyndon Johnson out of business. We also developed the changes that led to the Civil Rights Movement, the American Indian Movement, and the feminist movement."

Buffy Sainte-Marie: The Healer of…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 5, 2017 at 12:00am — No Comments

Biographer/Journalist Jimmy McDonough talks about Andy Milligan, Link Wray, Al Green and James Booker

"Music moves people emotionally. That bypasses a lot of bullshit. But music can also be used to sell you a car or a candidate. Who knows."

Jimmy McDonough: Literary Blues

Jimmy McDonough is a biographer…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 4, 2017 at 11:01pm — No Comments

Interview with Joe Mazzari & Dixie Deadwood of 61 Ghosts - primal Rock n' Roll with Blues at the roots

"The simplicity of playing music without the added fluff. If you feel you have to be a graduate of Berkeley to play blues so you can wow the audience with your skills of subdividing. Perhaps jazz would be better suited for you."

61 Ghosts: To The Edge ... and…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 2, 2017 at 11:30pm — No Comments

Q&A with acoustic duo of Likho Duo - blues standards, original music, and a couple of traditional Italian songs

"Music has been at the forefront of social change and it remains that way today. Bands are more integrated between race, gender and nationality than ever before. That is the way forward."

Likho Duo: Blues And The World Beyond…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 2, 2017 at 10:38pm — No Comments

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