The ESL Blues
I love music and I love teaching. On those occasions when I have a chance to combine the two, good things always seem to happen. … Read more
Blues Music
History of Motown Record Label: Berry Gordy and Rhythm and Blues Music
Berry Gordy Junior was born in Detroit in November 28, 1929. He was the next to the youngest child of Berry Gordy Senior and his … Read more
4 Tips for Singing the Blues
The blues is a mystifying genre of music. On one hand, it’s simple–12 bars, in most cases, usually the same form. On the other hand, … Read more
Oskar Blues Brewery in Longmont, Colorado
Oskar Blues Brewery has grown up very fast. They have been canning beer since 2002 in Lyons, Colorado. They opened the canning facility in Longmont … Read more
Movie Review: St. Louis Blues
One of only three films in all of the 50s that featured an all black cast (the other two being Carmen Jones and Porgy and … Read more
Ten Great Songs by BB King
In every corner of the world, there are fans and afficianados of American blues music. The un- disputed “King” of American blues music, is without … Read more
Biscuits & Blues in San Francisco: America’s #1 Blues Nightclub
At 401 Mason Street at Geary, in the heart of San Francisco’s theater district, thumps San Francisco’s crown jewel for the blues and southern soul … Read more