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Q&A with British multi-instrumentalist Mark Cole, a powerful and passionate musician who covers all types of roots music

"It’s (Blues) music that speaks to us all and connects us all - people will always be able to relate to it. It is a music and art form that has a rich history and important heritage but will always be relevant, whatever society brings in the future."

Mark Cole: Blues & Roots Music with Soul

A powerful, passionate vocalist, Mark also plays a…

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Q&A with Romanian singer Canaf, the first gypsy blues singer in Eastern Europe, everything is about the soul

Somewhere in the Universe, all musics meet in a point of light. Both blues and gypsy music are the only ones that do not deceive, they are a form of human nature... Both types of music come from the depths of the human soul, from the pains and joys of man.”

Canaf: Music from the Planet Blues

Canaf is the first gypsy blues singer in Eastern Europe. Winner of…

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Q&A with the music traveler Markus K, passionate about inner peace and conscious living, busking around the World

"There are good people everywhere, in all countries and cultures."

Markus K: The Blues Looper Man 

Markus K born in Holland; 30 years in England; Now travels the world, playing on the street and connecting with people; Main instruments: guitar, vocal, percussion; Looper Master; Mostly originals; some drastic reworks of classics; Main influences:…

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Q&A with Canadian writer/poet/traveler Brian Hassett, an iconic counterculture figure and Prankster in our days

"Some people are lighthouses that guide you for a long time, but others are just helpful buoys along the way. Let each light guide you to the harbor of your own destiny."

Brian Hassett: Further of Brainland's Nest

Canadian writer, poet, essayist, critic, columnist, reviewer, and songwriter Brian Hassett is the author of the new Hitchhiker’s…

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Q&A with Dani Klein of Vaya Con Dios, a renowned Belgian band, has left a mark on the international music industry

"Music is a way to express oneself but it talks to people, they can identify with what it expresses, they can sing along, cry, dance to it. Without music the world would be a sad place."

Dani Klein: Music ... Shades of Joy

Vaya Con Dios, the renowned Belgian band, has left a mark on the international music industry with their unique blend of…

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Q&A with Canadian singer/songwriter Ndidi O, raw and powerful voice has breathed fire into her heart-on-the-sleeve songs

"Some of the most important lessons I have learned is to be consistent, persistent and to never stop trying to achieve your creative dreams. Music has great power and to choose to create from a place of authenticity is the most impactful and beautiful thing you can do."

Ndidi O: Songs for Complicated Times

Ndidi O has never been one to pull her…

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Q&A with British musician and composer Milton Reame-James, his creative drive is internal on any aspect of music

"Always stay true to yourself and avoid negative people and influences."

Milton Reame-James: Musical Journeys

British Milton Reame-James, musician and composer was the original keyboard player with Cockney Rebel. Milton has also played with Bill Nelson's Be Bop Deluxe, Leyton Buzzards and Modern Romance. Composer for Oor Wullie, Venus…

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Q&A with intelligent blues artist Katie Henry, part of a new generation of talented and passionate young musicians

"It’s as if the Blues is at the roots and Music, is the tree. We need to preserve the roots and keep them watered so that more and more music can grow from them!"

Katie Henry: Goin' to the Heart and Soul

Katie Henry is part of a new generation of talented and passionate young artists currently reshaping the blues landscape. The New Jersey-born…

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Guitar master Duke Robillard talks about the album Six Strings of Steel, the Blues and his abstract artwork

The blues is a long standing tradition that was for a decade or two mostly created for, and appreciated by the black American public but the spirit of it's magic caught on with people of all races world wide.”

Duke Robillard:

The Duke of Six Strings of Steel

On June 2024,…

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Q&A with Ronnie Riddle, frontman of southern rock n’ rollers Preacher Stone, kicking boots out of North Carolina

"Southern rock n’ roll music touches people. People relate to the stories. It makes them want to have a good time, it makes them remember, and it helps them to forget. It’s honest and powerful and that’s what we write about."

Preacher Stone: Pure Southern Rock

US southern rock n’ rollers Preacher Stone released their butt kicking good time new…

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Q&A with New Orleans-based singer songwriter Lynn Drury, "NOLAmericana", sultry, sweet songs turn funky

"Because music brings people together from all walks of life and cultural backgrounds, it holds the power of understanding and also compassion for one another.  I think compassion is important today, it erases the divisiveness that's permeating our world."

Lynn Drury: Greetings from New Orleans

Celebrated New Orleans-based singer…

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Q&A with veteran Canadian multitalented Bluesman Al Lerman, cooking up country-fried blues with his new album

To me, playing with soul, feeling it, is more important than technique. Naturally, you've got to have some chops in order to pull this off, but a technical performance without feeling would sound bland.”

Al Lerman: Country-Fried Blues

Veteran Canadian Bluesman Al Lerman is cooking up country-fried blues with his new album “Country-Fried…

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Q&A with multitalented artist Francis Kuipers, singer/songwriter, ethnomusicologist, composer, writer and actor

"Sublime Art never stops influencing me positively, perhaps because it was continually derided by persons around me during my youth.  Art and music are essential for every civilised society."

Francis Kuipers:

The Art of Life, The Life of Art

ALIENS IN THE NECROPOLIS (2024) is a…

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Q&A with Fort Worth based multi-instrumentalist Andy Joe Pearce, captivating blues with rock and soul music

"The most important lesson I have learned is never give up. Don’t listen to negativity, and believe in your vision. Work at your craft and never stop learning. Whether it’s writing or playing your instrument make it part of your daily routine. I’m a firm believer that it takes 10,000 hours to become competent."

Andy Joe Pearce: What Did I Know…

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Q&A with guitarist and singer Dave Kelly, has been a seminal figure on the British blues scene since the 1960s

"It (Blues) will always survive because it is an accessible music form, but as per above, technique is nothing without human feeling in the music."

Dave Kelly: A Blues Sun On His Face

Singer, guitarist and composer Dave Kelly is a British blues singer, guitarist and composer, who has been active on the British blues music scene since…

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Q&A with Greek music writer Dinos Dimatatis - researcher of rock n' roll music/culture and great albums collector

"Rock music is a musical style that has a revolutionary quality and it will always be a weapon against politics and social injustice."

Dinos Dimatatis: It's Only Rock 'n' Roll! 

Dinos Dimatatis is a lawyer, a journalist, a writer, a researcher of the Greek rock music and a great music collector. He has written five…

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Q&A with legendary Irish musician Eric Bell, one of the most iconic and influential guitarists in contemporary music

"The music from the past is very nostalgic it can relive memories and make me cry. The songs were fabulous, and the artists were refreshing. It shows the Power of music. My hopes are to live as long as I can without any illness and to be able to keep playing and involved in Music. I try my best not to picture my future with fear."

Eric Bell: The Rock Journey of Irishman…

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Q&A with Florida-based Swami of swamp rock JJ Grey, unforced talent and deep feeling, blend of southern rock and blues

"Life is life. All influence and creativity comes from that for me. My music has only been me telling the story of that life."

JJ Grey: Southern Blend of Music & Stories

JJ Grey, the Florida-based singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and creator of the band Mofro, released his new album, Olusteen (2024), it’s his first…

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Q&A with veteran keyboard player, singer and arranger Kirk Nelson, fusing funky soulful blues with NOLA style

"I believe preservation of all American Roots Music is imperative and needs to be ingrained with current and future generations. Just playing recordings of music from the past is not enough. When the youth of today witnesses a performance, it has more of a cultural impact which subsequently breathes new life into the genre."

Kirk Nelson: Savor The Moment…

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Q&A with Tom Killner, straddles the line between genres with soulfully infused blues, southern rock, and beyond

"The blues is a universal music, so it doesn't matter where you come from you still have the same feelings and problems. The guys like Eric Clapton and Peter Green, Jeff Beck, Zeppelin, took it and made it something else I think they basically re packaged it and sold it in a harder form."

Tom Killner: Southern Rock meets…

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