If ever there was a perfect title for a blues record, it has to be And Still I Rise , serving notice that the Heritage Blues Orchestra is a revival force with which to be reckoned. The group dishes ...

"Don't Ever Let Nobody Drag Your Spirit Down" is a vigorous mash-up of big-city blues, church spirit and modern jazz. A chugging guitar and honking harmonica set a march-like pace at the get-go, and ...

YEMEN BLUES is an original and fascinating meeting of traditional Yemenite melodies & the world of blues, jazz and funk. The flavors of West African roots and enhanced modern compositions are bringing ...

The grit of low-down country and urban blues to the bold brass of New Orleans; the hand-clapping, hustle and bustle of gospel to fiery postmodern, jazz-infused horn arrangements; the haunting cries of ...

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Love Light Orchestra — Memphis’ rhythm and blues big band — returns this week to the stage for the first time in two years. The group’s Feb. 18 concert at the Germantown Performing Arts Center will ...

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Imelda May will be joining Jools Holland and his renowned Rhythm & Blues Orchestra on their 2024 Autumn/Winter UK tour, replacing Marc Almond as the special guest for a ...

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