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Listen: Episode 1315

Posted: April 26, 2013 in Audio, New Music, Playlist
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Working hard to keep the Blues alive, the latest episode of Full-Time Blues Radio features a top notch playlist from front to back. This week features a great mix of new music from independent artists and legendary names side-by-side. We honor the memory of Jimmy “Fast Fingers” Dawkins in Blues News, and with a pair of tracks inside this week’s playlist.

Courtesy Lost Canyon Records

Courtesy Lost Canyon

This week’s featured selection from inside “Johnny’s Mailbox” is “Go Back to Your Used to Be” by Jason and Ginger. The song is a fantastic cover of a Jessie Mae Hemphill tune that appears on Jason and Ginger’s brand new album A Good Man Is Hard To Find: Celebrating The Women Of The Blues. This album features Jason and Ginger saluting legendary leading ladies in the Blues genre, including Memphis Minnie, Gertrude “Ma” Rainey, and Koko Taylor, among others.
A Good Man Is Hard To Find: Celebrating The Women Of The Blues is available now on Lost Canyon Records, and you can purchase it directly from the band at JasonandGinger.com

1. Alan Wilson - On the Road Again – The Blind Owl
2. Brad Vickers & His Vestapolitans - Train Goin’ Westward Bound – Great Day In The Morning
3. Matt Baxter and Jake Sampson - Haunted – Haunted
4. Hans Theessink - Delia – Wishing Well
5. The Mighty Mojo Prophets - Whachulookinfor – Flyin Back from Memphis
6. Bobby Rush - What is the Blues – Down In Louisiana
7. Ronnie Earl & the Broadcasters - Pastorale – Just for Today
8. Jimmy Dawkins - I Don’t Know What Love Is – Fast Fingers
9. Josh Garrett Band - Don’t Ignore Me – String Of Problems
10. Arthur “Big Boy” Crudup ft. Jimmy Dawkins – Please Don’t Leave Me With the Blues – Sunny Road
11. Coyote Kings w/Mush - My Rider – Nasty Habits & Dirty Little Secrets
12. Nico Wayne Toussaint – My Own Medicine – Lonely Number
13. Jason & Ginger – Go Back to Your Used to Be – A Good Man Is Hard To Find: Celebrating The Women Of The Blues

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2013 Blues Hall of Fame

Posted: March 1, 2013 in News
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BluesHallOfFame-791198The 2013 class of the Blues Foundation’s Blues Hall of Fame features individuals, albums, singles, and literature from a wide array of Blues types. The induction ceremony will be held Wednesday, May 8, 2013 (the night before the 34th Blues Music Awards) at the Memphis Marriott Downtown.
Listen to Full-Time Blues Radio Episode 1309 to hear music by every artist, album and single on the list below.
To read bios on this and every year’s Hall of Fame inductees:
Click Here to Visit the Blues Foundation Website.

Here is the Hall of Fame Class of 2013!

Performer
Earl Hooker
Jimmie Rodgers
Jody Williams
Joe Louis Walker
Little Brother Montgomery
Otis Clay

Individuals
Cosimo Matassa
Dave Clark
Henry Glover

Classic of Blues Literature

Soulsville, U.S.A.: The Story of Stax Records, Rob Bowman (Schirmer, 2003)

Classic of Blues Recording: Singles/Album Tracks

“Canned Heat Blues” Tommy Johnson (Victor, 1928)

“How Many More Years” Howlin’ Wolf (Chess, 1951)

“Let the Good Times Roll” Louis Jordan (Decca, 1946)

“Me and My Chauffeur Blues” Memphis Minnie (OKeh, 1941)

“Mystery Train” Little Junior’s Blue Flames (Junior Parker) (Sun, 1953)

Classic of Blues Recording: Albums

Complete Recorded Works/Texas Worried Blues Henry “Ragtime Texas” Thomas (Herwin,1975 and Yazoo, 1989)

Louis Jordan’s Greatest Hits (Decca, 1969)

More Real Folk Blues Howlin’ Wolf (Chess, 1967)

Magic Slim 1937-2013

Posted: February 21, 2013 in News, Video
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UPDATE: Magic Slim has now passed away. Here is the latest information from his camp.

It is with great sorrow that I inform you that Magic Slim, a.k.a. Morris Holt of Grenada, Mississippi passed away Thursday, February 21, 2013. He will be missed by his family, friends and blues fans all over the world. Funeral arrangements and a Memorial Service will be announced later this week. The family wishes to thank everyone for their kind words and prayers. … Marty Salzman – Manager Magic Slim Linda Cunningham – Public Relations – Magic Slim Mike Blakemore – Tour Manager – Magic Slim

UPDATE: Those close to Magic Slim are now suggesting he has not yet passed away, but has been taken off life support. Here is the official quote from Slim’s camp.

Update on Magic Slim per Marty Salzman – Magic Slim’s Manager

The fact of the matter is that as of this moment, 8:00 am Thursday morning, Magic Slim has NOT passed away yet. He has been disconnected from life support but is not deceased as previously reported. He is not expected to recover and all we can do is pray for him and rejoice in his life. Thank you for caring.

Linda Cunningham
Public Relations – Magic Slim

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There’s word out of Nebraska that Magic Slim has passed away. Slim had been in a Philadelphia hospital the past couple weeks. He was 75 years old.

Magic Slim was born Morris Holt in Torrence, Mississippi.  Passionate about music from a very early age, Slim met legendary Bluesman Magic Sam before he was a teenager, and traveled up to Chicago to play in Sam’s band in 1955. He soon returned home, though, in an effort to hone his skills before returning to Chicago and making an impact.

Magic Slim’s first single was released in the late 1960′s, but it wasn’t until almost a decade later that he and his band began a significant recording career. Magic Slim and the Teardrops recorded for multiple labels, but it was their work on Blind Pig records that garnered the most acclaim. Albums like Black Tornado (1998), Blue Magic (2002), and Raising The Bar (2010) are highly rated. His final album , released on Blind Pig in 2012, is Bad Boy.

Personally, I got to interact with Magic Slim a couple years ago at the WC Handy Blues and Barbecue Festival in Henderson, Kentucky. Slim was kind and was catching up backstage with Shemekia Copeland. He and his band were fantastic people and put on an amazing show. I pray for his family, friends, and fans during this time of loss. – John

Listen: IBC Preview Show

Posted: January 30, 2013 in News, Playlist
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Courtesy Blues Foundation

Courtesy Blues Foundation

This week, Full-Time Blues Radio truly hears the future of the Blues – as we feature an hour’s worth of music by artists and bands competing at the 2013 International Blues Challenge! All of the music featured this week is by folks who will descend upon Memphis, Tennessee to compete in the “World’s Largest Battle of the Bands.” There’s also information about just what this event is, why it’s important, and what the winners walk away with.

Mixed into this great lineup of songs, you’ll find Full-Time Blues Radio exclusives, such as an in-studio performance from a past episode of the show by Jonas Cowan, one half of the duo Dos Hombres. Inside “Johnny’s Mailbox” this week, I’ve got an exclusive track from the Boscoe France Band that you can’t hear anywhere else! This is one of our best show’s of the year.

If you don’t know, the International Blues Challenge is a huge annual competition held in Memphis by the Blues Foundation. It’s easily the largest undertaking they put on each year, as they are responsible for organizing over 200 acts from around the globe into more than a dozen venues on Beale street that play for judges and thousands of fans. It’s all an effort to discover that next great undiscovered Blues talent that is ready to take their career to the next step! More info and ways to support the Blues Foundation are available at Blues.org I encourage you to become a member!

1. J.T. Coldfire – Tired Man’s Blues – Always & Never
2. Dicky James and the Blue Flames – Bulldog Talkin’ – Hard Rain
3. Sista Jean & CB – Roll Me Over – Back To The Root
4. Jonas Cowan – Fishin’ Blues – F.T.B. Radio In-Studio Performance
5. Jason Vivone & The Billy Bats – The Nina, The Pinta, The Santa Maria – Lather. Rinse. Repeat.
6. Joel DaSilva & the Midnight Howl – Hard Time ft. Albert Castiglia – Joel DaSilva & The Midnight Howl
7. Rickey Godfrey – It’s A Good Night To Drink – Nasty Man
8. Ghost Town Blues Band – Dust the Dust – Dust The Dust
9. Little G Weevil – Dad`s Story – The Teaser
10. Dan Treanor – Mississippi Fred’s Dream – Highway 16
11. Dave Keller – Steppin’ Out – Coming From Where I’m From
12. Rick Taylor – By Myself – Lucky Room
13. Boscoe France Band – Worried Mind – F.T.B. Radio Exclusive Single

Discovery: Heritage Blues Orchestra

Posted: January 5, 2013 in New Music, Video
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Due to the format of the show, I am constantly scouring the internet for music that I can bring to my listeners. Often times, I consider myself ahead of the curve, discovering bands and artists that I excitedly incorporate into show playlists – but there are times when music slips through the cracks. Case in point, the Heritage Blues Orchestra…

Courtesy Raisin Music

HBO, as they’re nicknamed, appeared on a lot of “Best of 2012″ lists thanks to their incredible album And Still I Rise. What’s so incomprehensible is that this is the band’s debut record. You look at the names of the songwriters who are covered on …Rise and you see names including Son House, McKinley Morganfield and Huddie Ledbetter. This immediately leads you to believe the album you’re getting ready to listen to is going to be filled with gutbucket acoustic Blues, slide guitar and a back porch flavor. This is an even more grown-up Blues, though, incorporating multi-layered arrangements and second line influences evoking the rich spirit of New Orleans Jazz and traditional African American music sounds behind whichever of the many talented vocalists is singing lead.

The group is fronted by a trio of performers – Junior Mack, Bill Sims, Jr. and his daughter Chaney Sims – the three of which alternate on who handles lead vocals depending on the song. Other core members of the group include drummer/percussionist Kenny “Beedy Eyes” Smith (son of Willie “Big Eyes” Smith,) horn player Bruno Wilhelm, and harmonica player Vincent Bucher. The band is larger at times, though, often featuring an additional horn section.

And Still I Rise is nominated for a Grammy Award in the category of Best Blues Album, as well as two Blues Music Awards, for Best Album and Best Traditional Album. The album is available everywhere in a variety of formats. Click Here to hear samples of every song on the album.
Click Here to visit HeritageBluesOrchestra.com

Listen to the Show: Episode 1301

Posted: January 3, 2013 in Playlist
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The first Full-Time Blues Radio episode of 2013 features a long list of new releases played throughout the program. There’s also tunes from friends and fan favorites. There’s news about the passing of Blues legend Jimmy McCracklin and the rumored addition of Duke Robillard to Bob Dylan’s band!

Courtesy Vision Wall Records

This week’s featured selection from inside “Johnny’s Mailbox” was a great tune, ”Go Home.” It comes off Shaun Murphy’s brand new album Ask For The Moon, which is available now on Vision Wall Records. You can purchase the album direct and find complete information on her official website – ShaunMurphyBand.com

 

1. Stevie DuPree & The Delta Flyers – Lucky Seven – Dr. DuPree’s Love Shop
2. Mark Robinson – Baby’s Gone to Memphis – Have Axe, Will Groove
3. Sandi Thom – Stormy Weather – Flesh And Blood
4. The Beat Daddys – Gimme Gimme – Root Rubbin’ Ball
5. The Cold Stares – Red Letter Blues – A Cold Wet Night And A Howling Wind
6. Jimmy Bowskill Band – Broke Down Engine – The Jimmy Bowskill Band
7. Robert Nighthawk – Nighthawk Boogie – 35 Years Of Stony Plain
8. Duke Robillard – Do Unto Others – Low Down And Tore Up
9. Sunny Crownover – Love Me Right – Right Here Right Now
10. Willie Buck – Cell Phone Man – Cell Phone Man
11. Mighty Sam McClain – Use Me – Too Much Jesus (Not Enough Whiskey)
12. Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials – Born Loser – Jump Start
13. Wesley Pruitt Band – Let Me Love You Baby – Line ‘Em Up
14. Big Pete – Rockin’ Daddy – Choice Cuts
15. Shaun Murphy – Go Home – Ask For The Moon

Blues Stars’ Health Updates

Posted: November 15, 2012 in News
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T-Model Ford suffered a stroke last weekend, and is residing in a Mississippi hospital. When I recorded the show, this week, doctors were not encouraged with T’s progress in recovering. However, the Blues community is quick to respond, and Facebook provides plenty of updates.

The latest news from those who have seen and talked with T-Model Ford and his family notes that he is considerably better – noting he’s awake and alert, although he’s still a little sluggish. His appetite has reportedly returned, which was a big concern. He was moved out of ICU, though, and will soon be relocating to a rehabilitation facility in an effort to get him home.

Fans are encouraged to send prayers, letters of encouragement, and cards to:
James Ford
443 South 7th St.
Greenville, MS 38703

Kid Ramos is said to be staying positive in the face of news that doctors are changing their strategy to combat his cancer. A huge benefit was recently held at the Rhythm Room in Phoenix, and Blues musicians came in from across the country. There were also auctions, sales, and raffles that helped the event bring in a total of more than $5500 to help offset Kid Ramos’ medical costs. Bob Corritore called Kid during the show and put him on speakerphone, so he could thank fans in attendance for their prayers, support, and encouragement.

Fans can still help Kid Ramos’ cancer battle, by purchasing the Kid Ramos Benefit CD, which is available for sale now on the Blues Foundation’s website. Click Here to visit Blues.org and Purchase the CD!

Finally, our friend Chris Tapp, of The Cold Stares, continues to battle cancer and was able to play a little guitar, this week. Please continue to pray for Chris and his family. All three of these men have an unrivaled passion for music and the Blues, but most importantly, they have a passion for their life that inspires us all.

Tommy Johnson Getting Grave Marker

Posted: November 1, 2012 in News
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The man known considered by many to be the premiere Delta Blues vocalist of the 1920′s and 30′s is finally receiving a grave marker at the site of his Mississippi burial.
Tommy Johnson was an impactful and influential Bluesman born in Mississippi in 1896. An intricate guitar player, he influenced many who came after him, including Bonnie Raitt, who purchased a grave marker for Tommy Johnson in 2001. Unfortunately that marker had to be displayed in the local library for over a decade. The cemetery containing Johnson’s grave is located in a tricky spot between to pieces of private property, and for the longest time, it was completely inaccessible. Copiah County, Mississippi officials were finally able to reconstruct the road and the grave marker Raitt purchased was put in place.

Ask most ordinary people to name a Blues legend with the surname Johnson, and you’re almost always going to hear Robert; but the truth is, Tommy Johnson was at the height of his fame when Robert was at his most impressionable, and Tommy was one of the stars who influenced Robert Johnson’s music. Tommy influenced other stars like Howlin’ Wolf and Robert Nighthawk, and is considered one of the most important pre-war Bluesmen alongside contemporaries like Charley Patton. Songs like “Canned Heat Blues” and “Cool Drink of Water Blues” were influential to multiple generations of artists. Tommy Johnson died in 1956, but his legacy lives on today through a foundation and festival that both bear his name – and, of course, in the music that he recorded.

You can find out more online at TommyJohnsonBlues.com and take advantage of the videos below to listen to a pair of Tommy’s songs.

Canned Heat Blues

Cool Drink of Water Blues

Listen to the Show: Week of October 29, 2012

Posted: November 1, 2012 in Playlist
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This week’s episode of Full-Time Blues Radio features a diverse list of all-new Blues tunes, and some big names. In addition, there’s news about some midwestern IBC qualifiers and the legendary Tommy Johnson.

This week’s selection from “Johnny’s Mailbox” is “Blue Broadway” by John Nemeth. John has a pair of brand new live albums, Blues Live! and Soul Live! and more information is available on his website, JohnNemethBlues.com

Artist – Song – Album
1. Gov’t Mule – Rocking Horse – The Georgia Bootleg Box
2. Tas Cru – That Lovin’ Thang – Tired Of Bluesmen Cryin’
3. Altered Five – Older, Wiser, Richer – Gotta Earn It
4. Wanda Jackson – Tore Down – Unfinshed Business
5. Deanna Bogart – Where the Well Never Runs Dry – Pianoland
6. Mississippi Heat – Mr. Mistreater – Delta Bound
7. David Maxwell – Cryin’ The Blues – Blues In Other Colors
8. Lurrie Bell – Way Down In The Hole – The Devil Ain’t Got No Music
9. Nico Wayne Toussaint – One Fine Day – Lonely Number
10. Michael Bram – Howlin’ For My Darlin’ – Suitcase In The Hall
11. Grady Champion – Roberta – Shanachie Days
12. The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band – I Don’t Know – Between The Ditches
13. The Beat Daddys – I Ain’t Afraid of the Fire – Root Rubbin’ Ball
14. John Nemeth – Blue Broadway – Soul Live!

Playlist for the Week of July 23, 2012

Posted: July 24, 2012 in Playlist
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There are a ton of brand new releases throughout this week’s very diverse slate of tunes. There’s a set of piano Blues songs, some heavier stuff, more soulful material, and some stone cold Bluesers, too.
The featured selection from Johnny’s Mailbox this week is Zac Harmon’s new CD, Music Is Medicine, a self released CD available now. Click Here for ZacHarmon.com

Playlist Format

Artist – Song Title – Album

1. Pinetop Perkins – Pinetop’s Blues – Heaven
2. Johnny Neel – Johnny Needs a Shot – Every Kinda’ Blues
3. Lisa Biales – Blues Stay Away From Me ft. EG Kight – Just Like Honey
4. Too Slim & The Taildraggers – Inside of Me – Shiver
5. Johnny Mastro and Mama’s Boys – Thunder Roll – Luke’s Dream
6. The Jimmy Bowskill Band – Salty Dog – The Jimmy Bowskill Band
7. Les Copeland – Crying For An Angel – Don’t Let The Devil In
8. Eddie C. Campbell – Soup Bone (Reheated) – Spider Eating Preacher
9. Marion James – Man Size Job – Northside Soul
10. Johnny Rawls – Take You For A Ride – Memphis Still Got Soul
11. Debbie Davies – Don’t Put the Blame on Me – After The Fall
12. Jimmy Thackery And The Drivers – Hang Up And Drive – Feel The Heat
13. Zac Harmon – Country Boy – Music Is Medicine

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