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William Clarke
25,548 listeners
William Clarke, a West Coast blues harmonica virtuoso, singer and songwriter, that released nine albums (U.S.) before his untimely death at… read moreWilliam Clarke, a West Coast blues harmonica virtuoso, singer and songwriter, that released nine albums (U.S.) before his untimely death at age 45 on November 19, 1996. Clarke mixed traditional Chicago blues with West Coast swing in a co… read moreWilliam Clarke, a West Coast blues harmonica virtuoso, singer and songwriter, that released nine albums (U.S.) before his untimely death at age 45 on November 19, 1996. Clarke mixed traditional Chicago blues with West Coast swing in a combination referred to as ''soul-jazz.'' … read more -
Johnny Winter
434,696 listeners
John Dawson "Johnny" Winter III (born February 23, 1944 died July 16, 2014) was an American blues guitarist, singer, and producer… read moreJohn Dawson "Johnny" Winter III (born February 23, 1944 died July 16, 2014) was an American blues guitarist, singer, and producer. Best known for his late 1960s and 1970s high-energy blues rock albums and live performances, Win… read moreJohn Dawson "Johnny" Winter III (born February 23, 1944 died July 16, 2014) was an American blues guitarist, singer, and producer. Best known for his late 1960s and 1970s high-energy blues rock albums and live performances, Winter also produced three Grammy Award-winning albums for blue… read more -
Mark Hummel
10,304 listeners
Grammy Nominee, Blues Award Winner, Author, Harp Man Mark Hummel had a banner year in 2014. Grammy Nominated for his Remembering Little Wa… read moreGrammy Nominee, Blues Award Winner, Author, Harp Man Mark Hummel had a banner year in 2014. Grammy Nominated for his Remembering Little Walter CD he produced and performed on, Mark also won Best Blues CD and Best Traditional Blues CD at… read moreGrammy Nominee, Blues Award Winner, Author, Harp Man Mark Hummel had a banner year in 2014. Grammy Nominated for his Remembering Little Walter CD he produced and performed on, Mark also won Best Blues CD and Best Traditional Blues CD at the Blues Music Awards in Memphis, TN. Mark's The Hust… read more -
Kim Wilson
19,042 listeners
Kim Wilson is a U.S. blues singer and harmonica player. He is best known as the lead vocalist and frontman for the The Fabulous Thunderbird… read moreKim Wilson is a U.S. blues singer and harmonica player. He is best known as the lead vocalist and frontman for the The Fabulous Thunderbirds on two hit songs of the 1980s; "Tuff Enuff" and "Wrap It Up". Wilson was bor… read moreKim Wilson is a U.S. blues singer and harmonica player. He is best known as the lead vocalist and frontman for the The Fabulous Thunderbirds on two hit songs of the 1980s; "Tuff Enuff" and "Wrap It Up". Wilson was born in Detroit, Michigan in 1951, and grew up in Goleta, Calif… read more -
Adam Gussow
11,942 listeners
As a blues harmonica player and teacher, Adam Gussow (b. 1958) has few peers in the business. Currently an Associate Professor of English … read moreAs a blues harmonica player and teacher, Adam Gussow (b. 1958) has few peers in the business. Currently an Associate Professor of English and Southern Studies at the University of Mississippi with a specialty in blues literature and cul… read moreAs a blues harmonica player and teacher, Adam Gussow (b. 1958) has few peers in the business. Currently an Associate Professor of English and Southern Studies at the University of Mississippi with a specialty in blues literature and culture, Gussow has for many years performed and recorded with … read more -
Doctor Ross
18,897 listeners
Charles Isaiah Ross, better known as Doctor Ross the harmonica boss (October 21, 1925 - May 28, 1993) was an American blues singer, guitari… read moreCharles Isaiah Ross, better known as Doctor Ross the harmonica boss (October 21, 1925 - May 28, 1993) was an American blues singer, guitarist, harmonica player and drummer ("one-man band") born in Tunica, Mississippi. He played… read moreCharles Isaiah Ross, better known as Doctor Ross the harmonica boss (October 21, 1925 - May 28, 1993) was an American blues singer, guitarist, harmonica player and drummer ("one-man band") born in Tunica, Mississippi. He played country blues, Delta blues, Detroit blues and Juke joint bl… read more -
Charlie Sayles
2,050 listeners
Charlie Sayles performs a unique and diverse repetoire of American roots music, tailoring sets to the audience and venue. The band plays J… read moreCharlie Sayles performs a unique and diverse repetoire of American roots music, tailoring sets to the audience and venue. The band plays Jump, Chicago, Memphis, Delta and Country Blues as well as New Orleans' R&B. Charlie'… read moreCharlie Sayles performs a unique and diverse repetoire of American roots music, tailoring sets to the audience and venue. The band plays Jump, Chicago, Memphis, Delta and Country Blues as well as New Orleans' R&B. Charlie's originals are startling unique stories of real trouble an… read more -
Big Al Calhoun
262 listeners
This session, featuring Big Al Calhoun on amplified harmonica and vocals, with Henry Townsend (electric guitar, vocals) and Vernell Townsen… read moreThis session, featuring Big Al Calhoun on amplified harmonica and vocals, with Henry Townsend (electric guitar, vocals) and Vernell Townsend on vocals, was recorded in August, 1979, in St. Louis. Big Al had worked for years with Henry an… read moreThis session, featuring Big Al Calhoun on amplified harmonica and vocals, with Henry Townsend (electric guitar, vocals) and Vernell Townsend on vocals, was recorded in August, 1979, in St. Louis. Big Al had worked for years with Henry and Vernell. He picked up the harmonica when he was a small bo… read more -
Chris Harper
750 listeners
At the age of 12, Chris Harper bought his first blues harp. He had always been fascinated by the sound of the harmonica, so he was thrilled… read moreAt the age of 12, Chris Harper bought his first blues harp. He had always been fascinated by the sound of the harmonica, so he was thrilled to try to play it. At first, he had to endure some harsh criticism from his friends: "Give i… read moreAt the age of 12, Chris Harper bought his first blues harp. He had always been fascinated by the sound of the harmonica, so he was thrilled to try to play it. At first, he had to endure some harsh criticism from his friends: "Give it a rest; you'll never learn to play it." However,… read more -
Greg Izor & the Box Kickers
159 listeners
A mash-up of Louisiana grit, Austin soul, and low-down Chicago heat, blues harmonica powerhouse Greg Izor is on a roll. Izor’s music is gro… read moreA mash-up of Louisiana grit, Austin soul, and low-down Chicago heat, blues harmonica powerhouse Greg Izor is on a roll. Izor’s music is grounded in a deeply rooted traditional sound and shaped by the influence of the harmonica masters, a… read moreA mash-up of Louisiana grit, Austin soul, and low-down Chicago heat, blues harmonica powerhouse Greg Izor is on a roll. Izor’s music is grounded in a deeply rooted traditional sound and shaped by the influence of the harmonica masters, as well as Louisiana blues, southern soul, swamp pop, early j… read more