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Sneak of the Week: Son Seals’ “Just About to Lose Your Clown”
Ray Charles made it a hit. But Son Seals took this blues classic in a whole bunch of new and unexpected directions.
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Muddy Waters’ “Hard Again”: When Mud Smoked
In 1977, Muddy Waters' released "Hard Again", a definitive album for him and for blues in general. We took a look at its genesis.
Robert Plant’s “Saving Grace”: A Graceful Exit
Robert Plant has reinvented himself multiple times since Zeppelin. His latest incarnation explores English roots music.
Appreciating Dave Edmunds
Guitarist Dave Edmunds stepped out of the spotlight a while ago, but his utter devotion to music still echoes through recent years.
When Lightnin’ (Hopkins) Struck
Lightnin' Hopkins was a blues man of the old school: slick in his appearance, unapologetic in his playing. Rock owes him a huge debt.