It's well known that Buddy Guy had a huge impact on the direction of Eric Clapton’s career. What's less frequently noted is how much Clapton and his fellow British blues guitarists breathed new life ...

This story was originally published by ArtsATL. Those who argue that the blues is dying as a musical artform have obviously never visited Atlanta. Not only are we fortunate to have a vibrant blues ...

Who are the best guitarists of all time? Keep reading to find the answer that will satisfy your curiosity. In the world of music, certain guitarists have risen to legendary status, not only for their ...

The blues genre has never been totally obsolete. However, in the ever-changing music industry, the genre has seemingly taken a back seat in favor of other types of music. It’s a shame, but it is ...

The legendary guitarist's story reveals the supportive brotherhood hidden beneath Chicago's cutthroat blues scene ...

The Song That Changed My Life is a segment that gives us the chance to talk with some of our favorite artists about the music that made them who they are today. This time around, we're joined by ...

Not long after relocating to Chicago, Charles trekked to Memphis to perform at the Crossroads Festival as the guest of ...

Since 2005 Plastic Crimewave (aka Steve Krakow) has used the Secret History of Chicago Music to shine a light on worthy artists with Chicago ties who’ve been forgotten, underrated, or never noticed in ...

PHIL UPCHURCH, in an interview with The Los Angeles Times in 1996. Mr. Upchurch, a prolific jazz and blues guitarist who was a session man to numerous stars, died on Nov. 23. He was 84.

Guitar gods have nothing on guitar goddesses. For about a hundred years now, women have been doing some of the best, coolest and most interesting guitar playing around. From elemental folk and blues ...

Nothing says “I’m hurtin'” like the wail of a mournful guitar. It’s a sound that melts the heart and pierces the soul. While the blues saw a resurgence in the ’80s and ’90s, it’s fallen off the ...