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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.

Playlist for the Week of August 27, 2012

Posted: August 30, 2012 in Playlist
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Full-Time Blues Radio is back with an hour of the best music on the airwaves, including big names this week alongside truly independent up-and-comers. There was a ton of new music that arrived in the past two weeks, and i’ll be incorporating it into episodes as much as possible. Many of those releases are in this week’s show, including the hot new album from Linsey Alexander, which was featured in “Johnny’s Mailbox.” The album, Been There Done That, is available now on Delmark Records.

In Blues News, this week, I mentioned Boscoe France’s huge win in the Battle of the Blues Competition. You can read more about that in an earlier post on this website.
In addition, there was news about the successful benefits held in honor of Chris Tapp, frontman for The Cold Stares, who is battling cancer. Continued prayers and word of encouragement are appreciated, and you can connect to the band on their website, TheColdStares.com In addition, if you’re looking for a way to help, consider purchasing their new album. Not only do you show your support for the band, but you get an amazing album in return – an album that is consistently the number one purchased mp3 Blues album on Amazon.com!
Purchase A Cold Wet Night and a Howling Wind

Finally, if you missed this week’s show, Click Here to listen on PRX! Make sure to comment and rate the episode!

Playlist Format
Artist – Song Title – Album

1. Magic Slim & the Teardrops – Bad Boy – Bad Boy
2. Cassie Taylor – Memphis – Blue
3. John Fries – Technicolor You – US 50
4. Bonnie Raitt – Million Miles – Slipstream
5. The Bluesmasters – Get Me a Car ft Mickey Thomas – Volume 2
6. Willie Smith & Roger Wilson – Eyesight to the Blind – Live Blues Protected By Smith & Wilson
7. Al Wood and the Woodsmen – Train Bells – Right On Cue
8. Paul Zunno – Blues in C – Black, White, And Blues All Over
9. The Civil Wars – From This Valley – Mercyland Hymns For The Rest Of Us
10. Sista Jean & CB – U Best Know Henry – Back To The Root
11. JP Reali – The Road to Mississippi – The Road To Mississippi
12. Summer And The Sinners – Tough Times – Live At The Yale
13. B.B. King – See That My Grave Is Kept Clean – Live From The Royal Albert Hall 2011
14. Linsey Alexander – Saving Robert Johnson – Been There Done That

Playlist for the Week of August 13, 2012

Posted: August 17, 2012 in Playlist
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This week, we take a journey into the dark side, with an episode devoted to Murder Ballads. Listen to some of the darkest tales of sin to come out in the last few years, including a few new versions of torturous tunes that have been around since the late 1800′s.

In addition, this week’s selection from inside “Johnny’s Mailbox” is “Feel Like Going Home,” a poignant and touching number from Michael Burks’ final album, Show Of Strength. The album is out August 21, 2012 on Alligator Records. You can find information at Alligator.com or MichaelBurks.com

Playlist Format
Artist – Song Title – Album

Matt Hill and the Deep Fryed Two – Mow My Baby Down – Tappin’ That Thang
Ian Siegel & the Youngest Sons – Natch’l Low (Cooling Board) – The Skinny
Aaron Williams and the Hoodoo – Boom Boom – 10:49
Grana Louise – Stagger Lee – Gettin’ Kinda Rough
Albert Castiglia – Murderin’ Blues – Keepin’ On
Sandi Thom – In the Pines – Flesh And Blood
The Cold Stares – John – The Cold Stares EP
The 44′s – Hanging Tree – Americana
Ben Prestage – The Ballad of Ray and Ruby – One Crow Murder
Paul Thorn – Bull Mountain Bridge – What The Hell Is Going On?
Michael Burks – Feel Like Going Home – Show Of Strength

Benefit Scheduled for The Cold Stares’ Tapp

Posted: July 21, 2012 in News
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Friends and fans are rallying support for The Cold Stares frontman Chris Tapp, who is in the midst of a cancer battle. A benefit has been scheduled at Mojo’s Boneyard in Evansville, Indiana for August 18, 2012. The day will be filled with performances from a variety of bands, as well as raffles and more. Proceeds will help offset Chris’ medical costs. The Cold Stares have been great friends of Full-Time Blues for many years, and I encourage anyone who can and is willing, to help in any way you can. Click on the flyer below to head over to Mojo’s Facebook page for more details.

Flyer for the Chris Tapp Benefit

Playlist for the Week of July 16, 2012

Posted: July 18, 2012 in Playlist
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This week, we listen to the spiritual side of the Blues. The featured selection from Johnny’s Mailbox is “There’s A Light” from the self-titled album by Milton Hopkins & Jewel Brown. The CD is available now on DialTone Records.

July 16, 2012

Playlist Format

Artist – Song Title – Album

1. Paul Thorn – Shelter Me Lord – What The Hell Is Goin On?
2. Tommy Lee Cook – God’s Little Acre – Outside Looking In
3. Sista Monica Parker – Glory Hallalujah! – Living In The Danger Zone
4. Fiona Boyes – Jesus Took Possession – Blues For Hard Times
5. Eric Bibb – Sinner Man – Deeper In The Well
6. Rory Block – Lord, I Feel Just Like Goin’ On – I Belong To The Band: A Tribute To Rev. Gary Davis
7. Stacy Mitchhart Band – Amazing Grace – Grown Ass Man
8. The Cold Stares – Ngs4u (Nobody’s Gonna Stand for You) – A Cold Wet Night And A Howling Wind
9. Brad Hatfield – John the Revalator – Uphill From Anywhere
10. Joe Louis Walker – Soldier For Jesus – Hellfire
11. Davina and the Vagabonds – Carry Him With You – Black Cloud
12. Scott Ramminger – I Dreamed I Met Jesus – Crawstickers
13. Mary Flower – Goin’ to Sit Down On the River ft. LaRhonda Steele – Misery Loves Company
14. Milton Hopkins & Jewel Brown – There’s a Light – Milton Hopkins & Jewel Brown