"Blues is the foundation of all American music as we know it. Music should connect people to each other and can be a spiritual as well as entertaining experience. One can minister with music."

Terry Robb: Standing at the CrissCross

Unlike the legendary story of blues icon Robert Johnson and his iconic "Cross Road Blues," widely acclaimed blues…

"Blues is roots and roots are always the same. When leaves on the tree die, they are part of the fertilizer that feeds the roots".

Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne: Ooh Yeah!

... Exciting, Creative & Soulful!

Kenneth Wayne Spruell was born in Spokane, Washington in 1944, and…

"The impact of music on the socio-cultural implications in our world is massive, absolutely enormous. Music is a powerful way of entertaining and communicating, and it has always been used with great effect to reach, teach, influence and in some cases, to brainwash and control societies."

Michael Messer: Fusion (Pure) Roots

Michael…

"I think to just be yourself and express yourself through honest music making – spreading the “sonic love,” as my friend Matt Wilson calls it."

Chris Bergson: Comforts in New York

Chris Bergson is an internationally acclaimed American born guitarist, singer, and songwriter. Bergson is best known as the leader of the Chris Bergson…

"The impact of music is very, very high in our society and always has been since antiquity. We have seen it and continue to see it."

Paolo Zardo: A Blues Rock Journey...

Iadora’s Journey is a four-piece band founded in 2021 by Paolo Zardo (guitar and vocals), Anna Pavan (vocals), Alessandro Scolz (bass synth, keyboards and…

"Be true to yourself. Don’t try to please the masses too much, especially in such a very personal music style like the Blues. If you get lucky and are suddenly making big money, make sure to save some for a rainy day. Success usually won’t last forever, neither will your health."

Christian Dozzler: Blues & Boogie (Images)

More than 45…

"I miss Diversity. Most common style of the blues played now is more in line with Chicago but more closer to Rock N Roll. There are many voices in the blues and more than one progression. Ry Cooder, Elisabeth Cotton, Louie Armstrong, Howling Wolf, Tom waits and the Black Keys. They give me inspiration and hope."

Alfie Smith: The Blues Needs A Troubadour…

"I learned from the old black blues players their calmness when they play where they are relaxed, they make a peak and they kneel the guitar. dynamic and neuro... the way they sing too. They mean it, they believe what they play and they take you with them. This is what I say to musicians who ask me. Believe a little more what is played, love it a little more. Nothing happens without a believer."…

"The music was new then. I find that these days, it's mostly just imitators. Not everyone of course but I wish there was more originals on the Blues scene. Then again, when the Blues gets too original or different, people usually stop calling it Blues!"

Steve Hill: Hanging On A Blues Rock String

Widely considered one of Canada’s most…

"The essence of the Blues to me is the will to persevere in the face of affliction. It’s the expression of life experience that goes beyond words. Its birth came from a place of extreme hardship, yet there is still joy and hope to be found in the music."

Dick Earl: High Desert Blues...and beyond!

Get Up Off the Ground (2024)…

"I think music is one of the most equalizing things in this unfair world. I just hope that my music, and music in general, can make as many people as possible happy. And the best thing that can happen: inspire someone to do something, to say something. Give a message and have someone to receive and interpret it in his own way."

Federico Verteramo: The Blues Is Alright…

"Music as all kinds of arts is a magic way of connecting people. I strongly believe that art can build bridges and connect people. That is something we need more than ever in today’s times with all those conflicts, wars and right wing populists. So art is always a political message as well, the message of peace and solidarity."

Andy Lösche: ...We Tour The World!…

"The thing I miss the most about music of the past is the recording industry. In the old days, musicians could make a living and get signed and nurtured by record labels."

Scott Cooper: Further ...up on the Rock

Multi-instrumentalist Scott Cooper is a veteran of the San Francisco Bay Area music scene. He's best known for playing rhythm guitar in…

"Music is potentially the most powerful influence on earth if harnessed and focused in the right direction. Music changes minds. Music makes humans reach for their better selves. It can cause peace and understanding. It can literally change the world."

Danny Tate: American Songwriter

Danny Tate is an award-winning American musician, songwriter,…

"If we want future generations to obsess over what you or I may class as ’blues music’ you need a more commercial and accessible ‘host’ to open that door. People like Jack White from the White Stripes. Or The Black Keys did it for a whole legion of folks. Took it to the mainstream. You see it with John Mayer too. But just to go out and play (wonderful!) Albert King covers or the like… it’s not going to achieve that same level - no matter how…

"Through my experience I've learned to be kind and supportive to the young talent trying to make a career in music. We must let them in and share our knowledge. For they are the future."

Jerry Vivino: Heart, Soul and Passion!

Jerry Vivino was born to Emily and Jerry Vivino, Sr. on January 8th, 1954, in Paterson, New Jersey. Music and…

"The future is full of hope though. In Britain and Europe the blues scene is thriving - magazines, websites, clubs, festivals are all really successful, and have prospered since the end of the Covid pandemic. So I think we should raise a glass to the memory of all those who have gone before, but look forward to and embrace what's coming next."

Mississippi MacDonald:…

"Blues music brings together people. It has no boundaries, race, religion, politics, etc. don't matter when you love and feel the blues... You just become a family..."

Richard Cagle: New Mexico Blues

You may not be familiar with Richard Cagle but quite a few folks in the Houston music community know the artists he's worked with to help develop…

"Music is an abstract: an organisation of sound that has meaning for the organiser and possibly others. I became comfortable with artistic endeavour and the struggle for creative expression at an early age. That struggle has given my life purpose ever since."

Bill Bruford: Jazz, Rock ... and Beyond!

Internationally known as a rock musician,…

"Music has been and will always be the only hope for people to regain what has been stolen from us by the evil governing demons who have stolen the broadcasting industry."

Mark Farner:

(I’m Your Captain) Closer To My Home

“Closer to My Home” is the long-awaited, new album from…