Watch Your Step: Ted Hawkins’ Strong Start
His astonishing debut LP was recorded when Ted Hawkins was a street performer – and released when he was in jail. The reissue from Craft Recordings lovingly recaptures his unique blend of blues, folk, and soul.
5 New Blues Albums You Need to Hear
What’s new on the scene? Releases from Grammy nominee Janiva Magness, Muddy Waters’ offspring Mud Morganfield, and Sunshine State trailblazers Backstreet Blues Band.
A Music Lover’s Guide to Memphis
From live music at Hi Tone to the Stax Museum, Bluff City is a great road trip.
Five Decades in the Rock n’ Roll Trenches
He might not be a household name, but Aaron “Professor Louie” Hurwitz has been making music — at a high level — for 50+ years. He has a lot to say about it.
In Celebration of Prince’s Multiple Personalities
To mark the anniversary of his passing, a look at Prince’s musical identities, from rock guitarist to jazz piano man.