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Q&A with Nashville-based multi-talented musician Yates McKendree, intense dedication to blues and roots music

“I have so much respect for those who came before me, and I’ve had a lifelong obsession with both blues and soul… I have so many influences at this point that they all kind of merge together to create my own sound. It’s an amalgamation of so many different influences.“

Yates McKendree:…

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Q&A with journeyman drummer and vocalist John Christopher Morgan - his sound is a mixture of the music he grew up

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…

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Q&A with music industry veteran and studio owner Kevin McKendree with extensive credits as a keyboardist, songwriter and producer

"I miss the rawness of the old recordings. I don’t mind hearing mistakes, if the performance delivers the feeling it’s designed to."

Kevin McKendree: The Rock House Roll

Kevin McKendree was born with an inherent, obsessive love of music. He began to play the piano at the age of three. Teaching himself by ear, listening to records by Little…

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Q&A with Canada-based Paul Pigat (Cousin Harley), swing like the Basie band and holler like hillbilly in the Appalachia

“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…

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Q&A with prodigious creator/producer Tom Hambridge, a Four-time Grammy - winning producer, songwriter, & drummer

"I believe music can heal and educate people. Music can be used for social change and can help break down walls bring people together."

Tom Hambridge: The Real Power of Music

Tom Hambridge is a Four-time Grammy™- winning producer, songwriter, & drummer for his production work on three of blues legend Buddy Guy’s most critically acclaimed…

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Q&A with Nashville-based Piper & The Hard Times (Al "Piper" Green & Steve Eagon), a shining light on the Blues Scene

As a band we believe the blues genre isn’t doing enough to attract a younger more diverse audience. With these new songs we kept the blues at their core, and expanded it with rock, soul, funk, and an “in your face” sound.”

Piper & The Hard Times:

Let The Good Company…

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Q&A with Brazilian-born blues musician Artur Menezes - won the Albert King Award for Best Guitarist by the Blues Foundation

“The blues is made with soul, love and anger at the same time. And It’s truthful. People identify with something truthful. And of course, it’s so good to listening to!"

Artur Menezes:

Covered All the Shades of Blues 

Based in Los Angeles, Brazilian musician Artur has been touring the US…

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Q&A with one-woman band Minnie Marks, Australia’s rousing singer and propulsive electric guitarist draws on Down Under blues

“Blues is the root, the blueprint of rock n roll, soul, hip hop, everything. It’s the sound of survival, of struggle, and of truth. Preserving it means keeping those stories alive. I think there are many roles that music plays in today's society; It brings people together from all around the world, brings laughter and joy and is a sturdy friend that you can always lean on.”…

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Q&A with New Orleans artist Chris Vincent, deep roots in blues, elements from jazz, and Western swing to deliver songs that delve deep into universal complexities

“Music’s role in society is to bring people together through commonality/community, and the way to truly do that (in blues or any other genre), is to get back to basics and tell a solid, relatable story. I often introduce my guitar to the audience as a ‘life story machine,’ and it is. When those stories connect, it’s magic.”

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Q&A with Americana/Blues musician Mary Ann Casale - her unique sound makes her performances mesmerizing

I wish people would listen to the lyrics as well as the music. I hope that is awakening now again in these difficult times and perhaps change our view of what is going on in the world, as well as here in the USA.”

Mary Ann Casale: Where I Belong…

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Q&A with songwriter/guitarist Kyle Culkin, American roots music that projects a truthful authenticity from hard learned lessons of life on the road

"There are so many varieties of music today that I think there is something for everyone. I hope that people who listen to my records understand the importance of living the human experience. Life is short so embrace it all, the good and the bad. Without hard times, we can’t appreciate the good times, so I try to approach music with that same self-reflection and a little humor mixed in. Hopefully that concept is something the listener can connect with. I’ve…

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Q&A with Chicago's most vibrant musician Keith Scott, has been a part of the Chicago blues scene since 1981

"The balance between technique and soul is an important component of the blues. You have to have technique to execute the performance and you have to have soul for the music to be felt. So, in a strange way you only want to get so proficient on your instrument. Too much technique will take away from the music. Soul comes from experience and the more you have the more soulful your sound will be."…

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Q&A with Poland-based guitar virtuoso pARTyzant aka Krzysztof Toczko, a completely unique, individual way of hearing sounds

“However, I prioritize soul – technique is only a tool for expressing emotions and feelings. I don't focus on correctness and consistency; I'm interested in developing and discovering new possibilities for the instrument as my means of expression.”

Krzysztof Toczko (pARTyzant):…

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Q&A with singer/songwriter and blues activist, Debbie Bond - immersions in Alabama roots music, giving her a contemporary sound

"Music and art are always moving. The artists who created the blues of the past lived very different lives from those today. It is truly mind blowing this awesome music that came out of such hard times, deprivation, struggle, racism, and so on. WOW. One of America's greatest art forms was created by people who were among most overlooked, oppressed, discriminated against and terrorized. I think blues music is so powerful in it's power to transcend,…

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Q&A with multitalanted Rafe Klein of The Name Droppers, veteran rock ‘n’ rollers with the blues in their hearts

"A lot of songs can be inspired by social or current events. I want music to be something that takes the listener back to a familiar place or person, when they hear that song or music again."

Rafe Klein: Cool (Rock n’) Blue(s) Shoes 

Veteran rock ‘n’ rollers with the blues in their hearts, The Name Droppers, have toured the world…

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Q&A with North Carolina musician Alex Blum - blues-rock terrain with detours into hip-hop, ambient, and progressive sonic realms

“I don't think it's worthwhile to dwell on the past; any fear I have for the future of music would be the same as my fear for the future of the whole world. As long as there are people who have the chance, there will be music.”

Alex Blum: Good Weather for The Blues…

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Q&A with unique bluesman Doug MacLeod - powerful guitarist, storyteller based on his own life and experiences

“Take your time - Taste and Space - When in doubt leave it out- less is more - only write and sing about what you know about and never play a note you don’t believe.“

Doug MacLeod: Depositary of Roots Blues

The outstanding, multi-­Blues Music Award winner Doug…

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Q&A with legendary guitarist Greg Douglass, one of the most influential and greatest guitarists in rock music

Technique is building muscle memory so you can execute your ideas clearly. All those hours of practice are done to allow the emotional component of your playing to come through effortlessly and, more importantly, fearlessly.”

Greg Douglass: Guitarist For The Stars!…

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Q&A with guitarist/singer Brad “Guitar” Wilson, has a soulful contemporary sound, tapping into all his sources of inspiration

"It is about having your health. Feeling good and your body working well enough to make music. Music is very physical, takes a lot to play and instrument and sing. Life can be a struggle and people use drugs, liquor and bad relationships to cope. That stuff just breaks you down and you can't go on. Your music and voice is not as good if you do not take care of yourself."

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Q&A with Canadian blues musician Jon Hines, swampy, gritty guitar playing, coupled with haunting vocals and storytelling

Theres a brotherhood in the blues that reaches around the world. Its a language that we all speak, some places have a different take on it. Seeing how far it has reached, attention and detail it gets. I like being able to speak this language and share this with people.”

Jon Hines: Memphis Sun, Maple Blues…

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