Podcast appearances and mentions of rick estrin

Rick Estrin and Nathan James join me on episode 131 for a retrospective on James Harman.James ‘Icepick' Harman was born in Anniston, Alabama in 1946. After moving between various locations, including Florida, New York, New Orleans and Chicago, he settled down in Southern California in the early 1970s where he established himself in the vibrant blues scene there.Harman was a formidable song writer and had his own unique view on life which he delivered through his powerful singing voice. His harmonica playing was highly accomplished but he didn't get too bogged down in the technicalities of the instrument, just playing it to great effect.Harman released numerous albums under his own name from the 1970s to 2019, and also recorded with other artists, including three albums with ZZ Top.Links:Nathan James website: https://www.nathandjames.com/James Harman appreciation: https://bluesjunctionproductions.com/an_appreciation_of_james_harmanPlaying with ZZ Top: https://billygibbons.com/2016/10/james-harman-mystery-man-zz-top-band/Videos:James Harman Tribute Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cf-z0fByTsMJames Harman interview from 2013: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkbDA4jpB_cGrit Soup with Rick Estrin and Nathan James:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o7x1BajhVfcAlbums on YouTube:Thank You Baby: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_xc_lneR8cExtra Napkins: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVwrq57PM-QStrictly Live in '85: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XR1OEhF6Hr0&list=PLSzXohOP-AmcgBdbKmj-DNYiP6CfPTGUYBlack and White: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_0qUrM_XBwLiquor Parking: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fL9y1bydpCIDidn't We Have Some Fun Sometime album intro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1WhxC8Q1roPodcast website:https://www.harmonicahappyhour.comDonations:If you want to make a voluntary donation to help support the running costs of the podcast then please use this link (or visit the podcast website link above):https://paypal.me/harmonicahappyhour?locale.x=en_GBSpotify Playlist: Also check out the Spotify Playlist, which contains most of the songs discussed in the podcast:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5QC6RF2VTfs4iPuasJBqwT?si=M-j3IkiISeefhR7ybm9qIQPodcast sponsors:This podcast is sponsored by SEYDEL harmonicas - visit the oldest harmonica factory in the world at www.seydel1847.com  or on Facebook or Instagram at SEYDEL HARMONICAS--------------------------------Blue Moon Harmonicas: https://bluemoonharmonicas.comSupport the show

Join host Ian McHugh for a special edition of “Blues is the Truth,” as he curates a non-comprehensive best-of episode, showcasing standout tracks from the past 12 months. This two-hour journey features selections from artists such as Giles Robson, The Cinelli Brothers, Conolly Hayes, Tab Benoit, Terry Marshall and Friends, The Paul Michael Band, The Milk Men, Rick Estrin and the NightCats, Kid Andersen, Kai Strauss, Robert Hokum, Catfish, Shemekia Copeland, Paul Cook Blues Band with Katie Bradley, Tony Louie, Murali Coryell, Neil Sadler, Colin James, Elles Bailey, Johnny Burgin with Anson Funderburgh, and JJ Grey and Mofro. Additionally, Paul Michael picks two of his absolute favourites in his very own Blues Driver segment. Ian McHugh, frontman and guitarist of the band Blues is Truth, has been presenting “Blues is the Truth” for over a decade. He also serves as the compere of the Ealing Blues Festival main stage, bringing his extensive knowledge and passion for blues music to each episode.  Tune in to this episode for an eclectic mix that reflects the dynamic landscape of contemporary blues. Don't forget to share the episode with fellow blues enthusiasts, subscribe to the podcast for weekly doses of blues excellence, and take a moment to rate and review. Your feedback helps keep the blues alive and thriving. #BluesIsTheTruth #BestOf2024 #IanMcHugh #BluesPodcast #SubscribeAndShare

#hiphop #rap #bluesguitar #snoopdogg #pimp While cruising and performing on the Legendary Rhythm and Blues Cruise, Mark sits down with Fillmore Slim the legendary bluesman, and grandfather of HIP HOP. He has toured the greatest blues, soul, R&B, and jazz artists including Sly and the Family Stone, BB.King, Dinah Washington, Ike and Tina Turner, T-Bone Walker, Holly Maxwell, Sista Monica, Guitar Shorty, Etta James, Frankie Lee, J.J. Malone, Johnny Guitar Watson, Joe Louis Walker, Rick Estrin, Bonnie Rait, the Allman Brothers Band, and Chris Cain. Rappers such as Snoop Dogg, Too Short, Ice Cube, Ice-T, and Frank Stickemz pay homage to him in the lyrics their songs. He has influenced an entire generation of young artists with his music & lyrics, and trend setting fashionable style. In 2017 he was crowned the Godfather of Hip Hop at the West Coast Hip Hop Awards, Oakland, CA. and inducted into the Black Music Hall of Fame as a music icon.

Rick Estrin and Kirk Fletcher perform live at the 2011 Blues Music Awards on Edition 667 of Blues Radio International, with Duke Robillard, Blind Willie Johnson, Tab Benoit, and Katie Webster.Find more at BluesRadioInternational.net

This week we complete our two-part feature focusing on the blues. We'll hear tunes from Ronnie Earl and the Broadcasters, Al Basile, Rick Estrin & the Nightcats, The Mystix and more. We're blue again … this week on The Sing Out! Radio Magazine.Pete Seeger / “If I Had A Hammer”(excerpt) / Songs of Hope and Struggle / SmithsonianFolkways Ronnie Earl & the Broadcasters / “Backstroke” / Spread the Love / Stony PlainThe Nick Moss Band / “312 Blood” / Lucky Guy / AlligatorAl Basile / “Five Roads” / Hot House / SweetspotDeanna Bogart / “Baby You Got What it Takes” / Real Time / Blind PigMuddy Waters / “I Can't Be Satisfied” / The Aristocrat Blues Story / One DayRory Block / “Panama Limited” / Keepin' Outta Trouble / Stony PlainArlen Roth & Friends / “You Really Got a Hold On Me” / Slide Guitar Summit / AquinnahRonnie Earl & the Broadcasters / “Chitlins Con Carne” / Spread the Love / Stony PlainThe Mystix / Midnight in Mississippi” / Live-Rhythm and Roots / Self-producedSteve Howe and the Mighty Men / “I Know You Rider” / Yes, I Believe I Will / Out of the PastBumper Jacksons / “Dirt Road Blues” / I Never Met a Stranger / Self-producedRick Estrin & the Nightcats / “House of Grease” / Contemporary / AlligatorMike Zito & Friends / “Reelin' and Rockin'” / Rock & Roll-A Tribute to Chuck Berry / RufPete Seeger / “If I Had A Hammer”(excerpt) / Songs of Hope and Struggle / SmithsonianFolkways

The latest episode of Blues is the Truth is now available, and it's an unmissable listen for any blues enthusiast. This week, host Ian McHugh brings his usual passion and deep knowledge of the genre to a special episode that pays tribute to two blues legends who have recently announced their retirement—Robert Hokum and Buddy Guy. Their contributions to the world of blues have been nothing short of extraordinary, and Ian takes the time to honour their legacies with heartfelt commentary and carefully selected tracks that showcase their impact on the genre. In addition to these tributes, the episode features an incredible lineup of artists who represent the diverse and vibrant spirit of blues music today. You'll hear from Tab Benoit, whose soulful guitar work and powerful vocals have earned him a place among the blues greats. There's also music from Nothing In Rambling, a band that captures the raw, authentic energy of traditional blues, and Bob Malone, whose piano-driven blues brings a unique twist to the genre. The show continues with performances from Piper and the Hard Times, The Buicks, and Rick Estrin and the Nightcats, each bringing their own style and flair to the mix. Mississippi MacDonald's soulful voice stunning guitar add another layer of richness to the episode, while Sam Morrow and Zac Harmon keep the energy high with their contemporary takes on blues. There are tracks from the fabulous Emma Wilson and legendary guitar hero Freddie King. Finally, no episode would be complete without a nod to the legendary BB King, whose influence continues to resonate through the ages. The regular features, including the much-loved *Blues Driver* segment with Paul Michael, return this week, offering listeners a chance to discover some of the standout tracks that made waves in the blues scene. As always, Ian's insightful commentary provides context and connection, making the music even more meaningful. Listeners are encouraged to share this episode with friends, leave a review, and subscribe to *Blues is the Truth* on their preferred podcast platform. Your support helps to spread the love of blues far and wide, keeping this timeless genre alive for future generations. Tune in now and immerse yourself in the heart and soul of the blues.

July 2024's edition of BLUES TIME. PLAYLIST: ARTIST - ALBUM - TRACK. 1 The Trevor B Power Band - Are We Ever Free - Let Yourself Fly. 2 Rick Estrin & The Nightcats - The Hits Keep Coming - The Hits Keep Coming. 3 Little Georgie & The Shuffling Hungarians - Gutbucket. 4 Eliza Neals - Colorcrimes - Banned In Jackson. 5 Doug Duffey and BADD - Whirlpool - Ain't Goin' Back. 6 Eden Bents - Getaway Blues - Watch the World Go By . 7 Chris Cain - Good Intentions Gone Bad - I Was Wrong. 8 Chris Farlow - The Blues Years - As Long as I can see the Light. 9 Christopher Wyze & The Tellers - Stuck In The Mud - Three Hours from Memphis. 10 Gerald McClendon - Down at The Juke Joint - Down at The JukeJoint 11 The Mavericks - Moon & Stars - Here You Come Again. 12 Chicago Blues Lifters - Blues Scouts - Stick a Fork in Me. 13 Campbell & Johnston's Black Market Band - Regrets I've Had a Few. 14 Sonny Gullage - Go Be Free - Go Be Free 15 Johnny Burgin - Ramblin From Coast to Coast - Ramblin From Coast to Coast 16 Tom Mansi & The Icebreakers - Eyeball - Pushback Blues. Size: 171 MB (180,226,067 bytes) Duration: 1:15:03

Pacific Street Blues & AmericanaJuly 14, 2024 (part 2 of 2) Play - What's the Common Thread!Comments and FeedbackShare our link! https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/KIWRblues23. Johnny Burgin / Ramblin' from Coast to Coast 24. Rory Block / A Hard Rain's A-Gonna Fall 25. ZZ Hill / Down Home Blues 26. Blood Brothers (Albert Castiligia & Mike Zito) / Bag Me, Tag Me, Take Me Away27. JD McPherson / Just Around the Corner 28. (Joe Bonamassa) Rock, Candy, Funk, Party / Octopus-e29. CCR / Run Through the Jungle30. Gary Moore / The Supernatural 31. Stevie Ray Vaughan / Life Without You 32. Samanatha Fish / Faster 33. Rick Estrin & the Night Cats / The Circus is Still in Town 34. Carl Weathersby / Driftin' Blues 35. Albert Collins / Frosty 36. Beth Hart / Good Times, Bad Times 

Leo Schumaker's Bluesland music podcast from June 20, 2024. Here is music for your summertime. Rick Estrin and The Nightcats, Martha and The Vandellas, Jeff Beck, B.B. King, Little Feat, Howlin' Wolf and more. Check out the live show Thursday's 7-9 PM. Thanks for listening and supporting KMRE 88.3 FM.

Here is my music podcast featuring Keb'Mo', Eric Clapton and Wyton Marsalis, R.L. Burnside, Cedric Burnside, Roy Buchanan, Slash and his new album, Etta James, Rick Estrin and The Nightcats and more. Thanks for tuning in. Tell any music fans about the podcast. 

Salty Dog's TRIO Podcast, May 2024 Everything comes in threes! Bad luck and good lovin! Get onto the TRIO show and try yer luck tone hounds. Great cuts from John Williams, Rick Estrin, Uncle Lucius, Left Lane Cruiser, Hurray For The Riff Raff, Tony Joe White, Dirty Three, Jed Rowe, Ry Cooder, The Commoners, Opelousas, Kerri Simpson Interview, Tanner Usrey, Zevon Lee, Little Feat, Matt Andersen, Jack Craw, Steve Earle, Fools, Chip Taylor. ARTIST / TRACK / ALBUM ** Australia 1. ** John Williams Band / Jesus Just Left Chicago / 470 Northern Highway Blues 2. Rick Estrin N The Nightcats / I Finally Hit The Bottom / The Hits Keep Coming 3. Uncle Lucius / Pocket Full of Misery / And You Are Me 4. Left Lane Cruiser / Motown Mash / Motown Mash 5. Hurray For The Riff Riff / Rican Beach / The Navigator 6. Tony Joe White / Cool Town Woman / Closer To The Truth 7. ** Dirty Three / Rising Below / Toward The Low Sun 8. ** Jed Rowe / Tailem Bend / A Foreign Country 9. Ry Cooder / Dark End Of The Street / Boomer's Story 10. The Commoners / Too Soon To Know You / Too Soon To Know You 11. ** Opelousas / Train To Brunswick / Opelousafried 12. ** Opelousas w. Kerri Simpson / Salty Interview / Kerri Simpson 13. ** Opelousas / Third Jinx Blues (Live) / Opelousafried 14. ** Opelousas / Washboard Shorty / Opelousafried 15. Tanner Usrey / Echo In The Holler / Crossing Lines 16. ** Zevon Lee / Sweet Cup / Yesterday 17. Little Feat / Be One Now / Down on The Farm 18. Matt Andersen w. Amy Helm / Something To Lose / Halfway Home By Morning 19. Jack Craw / This Little Thing / Harmonica Masters of New Zealand 20. Steve Earle / The Galway Girl / The Complete Warner Years 21. ** Fools / Hurt My Head / Can't Wait Any Longer 22. Chip Taylor / Do Somethin' Good / Behind The Sky

SELECCIÓN 08 2024 BLUES SYNDICATE 1- TEMPTATION BLUES – BIG WALTER HORTON 2- MR. B – TOMISLAV GOLUBAN 3- LAZY BOY BLUES – PAUL LENART 4- I REALLY DON´T WANT TO KNOW – CHARLIE MCCOY 5- HIT THE ROAD, JACK – HARMONICA INSTRUMETALS 6- ARMONICA BEATBOX – 334 VIBRATION 7- ROADMAP – STEVE COHEN & JIM LIBAN 8- 5TH POSITION PLEA – BOB CORRITORE & JUNIOR WATSON 9- BOOGIE IN THE DARK – THE CHESS ALLSTARS 10- SALT RIVER STOMP – BOG MARGOLIN & BOB CORRITORE 11- CAREY BELL ROCKS – CAREY BELL 12- WALKING THE DOG – PAUL MICHAEL MEREDITH 13- I GOT IT – AL MILLER & JOHN PRIMER 14- LOST JOHN – GRANT DERMODY 15- ALABAMA JUBILEE – TONY EYERS 16- HARPIN´ON A RIFF – CHARLIE MUSSELWHITE 17- BO DEE´S BOUNCE – RICK ESTRIN & THE NIGHTCATS 18- LAID BACK – DAVE NEVLING 19- BLOW ME AWAY – JOAN PAU CUMELLAS

The title of the new album “The Hits Keep Coming” doesn't refer to hit singles but the body blows delivered by a lifetime of playing the blues.

Alex Voysey (Away To Mississippi); Rick Estrin and The Nightcats (The Circus Is Still In Town); The Hitman Blues Band (Not My Circus); Blind Joe Reynolds (Nehi Blues); Krissy Matthews and Friends (Outside Woman Blues); John Haydock (Right Next To The Blues); Lonnie Mack (High Blood Pressure); Nanette Workman (Hound Dog Man); John O'Leary (Roadhouse Man); Dave Hunt (Roadhouse Rosie); Scrapper Blackwell (Down South Blues); Mississippi Fred McDowell (Going Down South, Carry My Whip); Frank Bey and The Anthony Paule Band (I Want To Change Your Mind); Steve Smith and The Meteors (TV Repairman); Big Chico (One More Mile). 

Pacific St Blues & AmericanaMay 5, 2024What's the Common Thread - segment fivehttps://www.Facebook.com/PSBlues  1. Rick Estrin & the Night Cats / I Ain't Worried About Nuthin'2. Chris O'Leary / Who Robs a Musician? 3. Keb Mo & Taj Mahal / Shake Me In Your Arms4. Mark Knopfler / One Deep River5. Dave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore / Borderland 6. Canned Heat w/ Dave Alvin / Blind Owl7. Canned Heat / One Last Boogie8. Buddy Guy w/ Joss Stone/ You Got What It Takes9. Samatha Fish / She Don't Live Around Here 10. Roy Buchanan / Mrs Pressure11. Jimmy Thacker / Devil's Toolbox 12. Johnny Adams / This Time I'm Gone for Good 13. Bonnie Raitt / Blame It One Me 14. Robert Cray / Smokin' Gun15. BB King / Bad Case of Love16. Odetta / Midnight Special17. Lead Belly / Pick a Bale of Cotton18. Mike Zito / Run Through the Jungle 19. Smokin' Joe Kubick / Run Through the Jungle 20. Creedence Clearwater Revival / Tombstone Shadow

May 2024's edition of BLUES TIME. PLAYLIST: ARTIST - ALBUM - TRACK. 1 Rick Estrin & The Nightcats - The Hits Keep Coming - 911. 2 Stevie & The Blue Flames - Destination Blues - Let Me Go. 3 Hannah Aldridge - Razor Wire - Howlin' Bones. 4 Miko Marks & the Resurrectors - Feel Like Going Home - The Other Side. 5 Jean Jacques Milteau - Key to the Highway - Maggie's Farm. 6 Al Lerman - Country Fried Blues - The Backbug Song. 7 Shawn Kellerman - Kell's Kitchen - You're Gonna Learn From This One. 8 Boogie Beasts - Neon Skies & Different Highs - Some People. 9 John Primer & Bob Corritore - Crawlin' Kingsnake - Hiding Place. 10b Rick Vito - Cadillac Man - Gone Like A Cool Breeze. 11 Babaux & The Peacemakers - Moments in Time - Lady in Black. 12 Bart Bryant - Back Stage II - Mess of Blue. 13 Brigitte Purdy - Mother of The Crossroad - Sugar Fried Candy. 14 Cass Clatyton Band - Midnight ina Bottle - First Thing Smoking. 15b Blind Lemon Pledge - Oh So Good - Hard Heart Honey Bee. 16 Glenn Marais & The Mojo Train - Red, Hot and Blue - It All Went Down. 17 Jean Jacques Milteau - Key to The Highway - Sunshine Of Your Love. 18 Outro Anthony Geraci - Tears In My Eyes - Oh No. Size: 168 MB (176,918,528 bytes) Duration: 1:13:40

Embark on a soulful journey through the heart of the blues with "Blues is the Truth," where host Ian McHugh guides you through an unforgettable musical experience. Joining him once more is the illustrious Paul Michael, who presents another timeless track in his Blues Driver segment. This episode is enriched by the diverse requests of devoted listeners Joe Brabant and David Sinclair, ensuring a tapestry of blues brilliance. Get ready to be enthralled by an extraordinary lineup featuring the likes of George Thorogood, The Reverend Shawn Amos, Betty Padgett, James Carr, Connolly Hayes, Ray Charles, Van Morrison, Doug MacLeod, Koko Taylor, Buddy Guy, Misty Blues, Big Harp George, Ry Cooder and Taj Mahal, John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers, Pat West, Noe Socha, Kirk Fletcher, The Kokomo Kings, Rick Estrin and the Nightcats, T Bone Walker, Duke Robillard, Petra Bornerova Trio, Boogie Beasts, Deb Ryder, and Ronnie Earl and the Broadcasters. From searing guitar solos to heartfelt vocals, each artist brings a unique flavor to the blues, reminding us of its enduring power and authenticity. Join us as we delve into the rich tapestry of blues music on "Blues is the Truth."

21. Etta James / Security 22. Otis Redding / Mr. Pitiful 23. Janis Joplin / Tell Mama24. Lou Ann Barton / One Good Man 25. Coco Montoya / Natural Born Love Machine (Dave Steen) 26. Christone Kingfish Ingram / Empty Promises27. Orianthi (feat Joe Bonamassa) / First Time Blues 28. Rick Estrin & the Night Cats / The Circus is Still in Town 29. Mike Zito / Life is Hard 30. Johnny Winter / Rock and Roll 31. Albert Cummings / Last Call for Alcohol 32. Joanne Shaw Taylor / Heavy Soul 33. Tedeschi Trucks Band / Midnight in Harlem 34. Gary Moore / I Can't Quit You Baby 

Get ready to dive deep into the heart and soul of the blues with the 699th edition of the Blues is the Truth podcast, hosted by the incomparable Ian McHugh! Join Ian and special guest Paul Michael as they guide you through a mesmerizing journey of blues excellence. This episode is jam-packed with handpicked tracks that will have you tapping your feet and feeling the rhythm deep in your bones. Featuring captivating selections from blues legends Taj Mahal and Ry Cooder, as well as rising stars like Elles Bailey, The Chess Project, GA 20, and Eric Bibb, this episode promises to be an unforgettable musical experience. But the excitement doesn't stop there—listeners still have a chance to be part of the magic by submitting their requests for the monumental 700th show! Whether you're a fan of the soulful melodies of David Sinclair 4, the electrifying energy of Chris Duarte, or the timeless classics of Fleetwood Mac and Derek and the Dominos, this episode has something for everyone. From the smooth sounds of Keb'Mo' to the dynamic performances of Rick Estrin and the Nightcats, prepare to be transported to a world where the blues reign supreme. But that's not all—discover the raw talent of Nick Alexander, the soul-stirring melodies of Bloodest Saxophone, and the infectious grooves of Junior Watson and Alabama Lovesnakes. And with special appearances by Hans Theesink and Terry Evans, Katie Henry, Sue Foley, Karen Carroll, and the 12 Bar Dudes, this episode is guaranteed to leave you craving more. So don't miss out on your chance to be part of the blues revolution—tune in to the 699th edition of Blues is the Truth and let the music speak to your soul. And remember, there's still time to make your mark on the 700th show—reach out via email or Facebook to submit your requests and join in on the celebration. Let the blues set you free!"

Dan Patlansky – Baby's packing heat - Movin' On – 2024Jason Ricci and the Bad Kind  - Hip Shake - live at bluesmoose radioCardinal black - Half way - January came close – 2022Walter Trout – Courage in the dark - Broken - 2024 Rick Estrin & The Nightcats – I finally hit the bottom -  The Hits Keep Coming - 2024 Shawn Kellerman - YOU'RE GONNA LEARN FROM THIS ONE (ft. Jason Ricci)  - Kell's Kitchen - 2024 Texas Hill - Weight of The World - Single – 2024Michelle David & The True-tones – Let me tell it - Brothers & Sisters - 2024 

Illustrator/musician/underground comix legend Robert Armstrong (Mickey Rat, Couch Potato, the Cheap Suit Serenaders!) joins Skip and Jason this week for a very special installment of the Truth About Vintage Amps.  Want to support our show? Join our Patreon!  Some of the topics discussed:  1:38 NOS military-grade green pilot light jewels from Gary Economy (Instagram); leave us an Apple Podcasts review and take a screenshot to enter to win one!; 5879 tubes 3:03 Where is George? (Danger UXB on eBay) 4:48 Rick Estrin and Dennis Gruenling's harmonica workshop, March 16 (link) 6:43 This week's sponsors: Emerald City Guitars; Amplified Parts; Izotope; Stringjoy Strings; and Grez Guitars.  Ordering from StewMac? Use this affiliate link to help us out!  11:26 The 2024 Fretboard Summit, August 23-25 (link) 11:49 What's on Skip's bench: A PA head; blown power transformers 13:44 A discount on Eric Daw's amazing Solid Sound guitar wiring book (use TAVA when you check out): https://www.solidsoundbook.com/ 16:19 Taming the bass frequency on your amplifier 23:15 Resistors: What does Skip use? 27:27 Special guest: Illustrator/musician/friend/Mickey Rat & Couch Potato-inventor/record collector Robert Armstong (link)! Early Hawaiian guitar recordings; growing up in Fender country but gravitating towards the banjo; Coulter guitars; Hugo Ernst guitars; John DeLapp guitars; playing saw on the 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' soundtrack; animator Ward Kimball; 'Man in Space' (YouTube link); not working at Disneyland; seeing David Lindley at the Topanga Banjo & Fiddle contest; coining the term "Couch Potato;" Bob's tweed Fender Deluxe; Supro Dual Tones; Pee Wee's Playhouse; playing with Sourdough Slim; sheepherder conventions; touring Japan; Ben Pollack's "Two Tickets to Georgia" (YouTube link); playing 78 records today; Al Dodge 1:38:10 John Sebastian gets his dad's PA head back; a Disneyland tube PA

Estrin was born in San Francisco, California in 1949, and fell in love with blues after his sister presented him with Ray Charles' The Genius Sings The Blues when he was 12. He began playing harmonica at age 15, and by age 18 was beginning to work professionally. Early in his career he played with Lowell Fulson, Z.Z. Hill, Travis Phillips, and Fillmore Slim. Estrin names Sonny Boy Williamson II, Little Walter Jacobs and Baby Boy Warren as key inspirations.  He played with and was mentored by Rodger Collins (whose 45rpm recordings include "She's Looking Good" and "Foxy Girls" In Oakland). Estrin moved to Chicago when he was 19 and worked with bluesmen Sam Lay, Johnny Littlejohn, Eddie Taylor and Johnny Young.  He met and sat in with Muddy Waters at the Sutherland Hotel in Chicago. He told the Sacramento Bee, "Muddy started shaking his finger in my face and said, ‘You outta sight, boy! You play like a man! I know that sound. That's my sound.'" Muddy tried to hire Estrin as a sideman but Estrin did not receive the phone call, and moved back to the Bay Area. He met guitarist Charlie Baty in 1973 and they created Little Charlie & the Nightcats based in Sacramento, California. Estrin fronted Little Charlie & the Nightcats for 30 years and performed around the world. They were nominated four times for the Blues Music Award for Band of the Year. In 2008, Baty retired from touring. Guitarist Kid Andersen joined Estrin with previous band members Hansen and Farrell and they formed Rick Estrin & The Nightcats that same year.   wwwmarkhummel.com www.patreon.com/markhummel

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#greaseland #robertcray #wesstarr Mark sits down at Greaseland Studios with guitarist/producer Kid Andersen ( Charlie Musselwhite, Rick Estrin, Little Charlie,Terry Hanck)  and legendary drummer Wes Starr. (Asleep at the Wheel, Hal Ketchum, Anson Funderburgh & The Rockets, Omar and The Howlers). The guys talk about their attraction to the Blues and their journey to California. Kid began playing as a younth in Norway and came to the US at the invitation of Terry Hanck.  Wes was raised in Georgia and was exposed to the best of the blues. Wes made it to California via Nashville & Austin among other stops. The guys also open up about sobriety and their path to becoming a sober performer and the challenges of staying sober on the road and in an industry that expects abuse. Mark Hummel www.markhummel.com Greaseland Studios https://www.facebook.com/Greaseland/ Patreon https://www.patreon.com/markhummel Accidental Productions https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOOnWFbj8SGiV34ixhO0Cwg

It's time for another fabulous edition of blues is the Truth and once again we've let the gods of the shuffle button take over with another Random Play Special (TM)... those gods have been kind and gifted us some real gems so get ready to enjoy tracks from Corey Harris, JW Jones, Rick Estrin and the Nightcats, Luther Allison, Ramon Goose, Derek and the Dominos, Robert Cray, Richard Townend, Pinetop Perkins and Willie Big Eyes Dixon, Books Williams, Redd Foxx, Jake Leg Jug Band, Eric Clapton, Rita Engedalen, Stevie Ray Vaughan, John Lee Hooker, Buddy Guy, Hokie Joint, Roomful of Blues, Gary Moore, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Matt Lomeo, Patrick Sweaney, Big Joe Williams, Reverend Raven and the Chainsmokin' Altar Boys and Eddie Boyd. As always it's a packed show! Make sure to like share and review the podcast on your platform of choice and join us in the show's Facebook group at facebook.com/groups/bluesisthetruth

Oskar SalaPiece Played - Diagram - Five Short Pieces for TrautoniumGerman inventor/composer Oskar Sala is best known for his role in developing the Trautonium: one of the earliest electronic instruments and a contemporary of the French Ondes Martenot and Russian theremin. While the Trautonium would eventually be viewed as a relic of electronic music's past, the instrument's tonal quality and expressive capabilities remain sadly unparalleled in the technology that followed. Nearly 70 years after its creation, its legacy seemed highly uncertain, as Sala was the only one capable of playing it.Born in Berlin in 1910, Oskar Sala was introduced to the Trautonium in 1929. That year, while studying under composer Paul Hindemith, Sala attended a demonstration of the instrument given by its inventor, Friedrich Trautwein. The student soon began working alongside Trautwein, undergoing a crash course in electronics to develop the prototype into an acceptable model. The new instrument was unveiled at a christening performance of Hindemith's "Trio Pieces for Three Trautonia" at the music academy in Berlin. Resembling a simultaneously archaic/futuristic version of the piano, the Trautonium replaces keys with two wires that run the length of the keyboard. These wires, hovering above metal rails, are what the musician plays, altering the subsequent tones via a multitude of dials and switches. The initial, overwhelming success of the instrument is rather surprising given the political environment of the time. Nazi Germany had begun the ethnic and cultural cleansing that would drive many artists (including Hindemith) out of the country. Not only did Sala's Trautonium escape being squelched, the government actually provided funding for additional models including the Radio Trautonium (showcased across German airwaves on a weekly program), the Volks-Trautonium (a failed attempt at a household model), and the portable Concert-Trautonium, which Sala took on tour.Following the Second World War, with Trautwein having all but relinquished control of the instrument, Sala developed the Mixture-Trautonium, a revised model which gave the musician the ability to produce musical undertones. The 1950s found Sala busy composing, producing works for television ads and feature films, and performing with fellow Hindemith student Harald Genzmer on the new model. Yet Sala's general failure to collaborate with his electronic music contemporaries probably contributed to his relative obscurity. He did, however, receive his 15 minutes of fame. In 1961, unsatisfied with the effects sound technicians turned up for his film The Birds, director Alfred Hitchcock enlisted Sala's help. Pleased with the results, Hitchcock turned over the film's score (a non-musical construction) to the composer. In the electronic boom that followed in the 1970s, the Trautonium attracted attention from Krautrock acts Tangerine Dream and Kraftwerk. In 1987 Sala was honored with the Filmband in Gold for his soundtrack work. As the century drew to a close, Sala (approaching his 90th birthday) spent his days diligently practicing, composing, and experimenting on the Mixture-Trautonium from a studio near his home. A staggering 600-plus reels of tape are said to exist in the composer's personal vault. In the late 1990s, Germany's Fax label issued two collections of Sala performances: My Fascinating Instrument (1995) and Subharmonic Mixtures (1997). ~ Nathan BushTrautoniumhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mzc3d_qcNYsRick Estrin awards2013 Blues Music Award best instrumentalist harmonica 1994 Blues Muisc AwardSong of the year My Next Ex-wife2020 Blues Music Award Instrumentalist harmonicaRick Estrin and the NightcatsMembersRick Estrin Harmonica,...

Show #950 Just 50 Away From A Grand 01. Mighty Mike Schermer - Tired Of Travellin' (4:33) (Just Gettin' Good, Little Village Foundation, 2022) 02. Jonas Scott Cowan - Gasoline (3:33) (Been There, Melrose Hill Records, 2019) 03. Phantom Blues Band - That's What Love Will Make You Do (4:05) (Blues For Breakfast, Little Village Foundation, 2022) 04. Lara & the Bluz Dawgz - Out Here In The Blue (6:00) (Out Here In The Blue, Lock Alley Music, 2017) 05. Emanuel Casablanca - Blood Money (2:33) (Blood On My Hands, Kings County Blues, 2022) 06. Dudley Taft - Goin' Away Baby (4:25) (Cosmic Radio, American Blues Artist Group, 2020) 07. The Groove Krewe - Run To Daylight (3:59) (Run To Daylight, Sound Business Services, 2022) 08. Jeff Finlin - Wondering What Went Wrong (4:26) (Soul On The Line, Bentwheel Records, 2022) 09. Marcia Ball - They Don't Make 'Em Like That (4:18) (Shine Bright, Alligator Records, 2018) 10. Kim Wilson - Fine Little Woman (3:31) (Take Me Back!, MC Records, 2020) 11. Cary Morin & Ghost Dog - Goin' Down South (3:39) (Single, Maple Street Music, 2022) 12. The Routes - Showroom Dummies (3:38) (Twang Machine, Topsy Turvy Records, 2022) 13. Duke Robillard - Lotus Blossom (3:18) (Duke Robillard & His Dames Of Rhythm, MC Records, 2017) 14. Dayna Kurtz - Sweet Lotus Blossom (4:51) (Secret Canon Vol. 1, Kismet Records, 2012) 15. Julia Lee - Lotus Blossom [1947] (3:10) (Of Lions And Lambs, Charly Records, 1988) 16. Rick Estrin & the Nightcats - The Blues Ain't Going Nowhere (5:08) (Groovin' In Greaseland, Alligator, 2017) 17. Eric's Blues Band - Is This The Prize I Have To Pay (5:08) (Rolling Avenue, self-release, 2022) 18. Markey Blue Ric Latina Project - You Got The Blues (4:39) (Jumpin' The Broom, SoulOSound Records, 2022) 19. Crystal Shawanda - Evil Memory (5:56) (Church House Blues, True North Records, 2020) 20. Rock House All Stars - Gimme Shelter (4:29) (Let It Bleed Revisited, Qualified Records, 2022) 21. The DogTown Blues Band - County Line (5:00) (Everyday, RVL Music, 2016) Bandana Blues is and will always be a labor of love. Please help Spinner deal with the costs of hosting & bandwidth. Visit www.bandanablues.com and hit the tipjar. Any amount is much appreciated, no matter how small. Thank you.

It's the 600th edition of Blues is the Truth, and it's packed with amazing music... just as you would expect! With tracks from Albert Collins, Elles Bailey, The City Boys All Stars, Freddie King, Koko Taylor, Mike Zito, John Mayall, Guy King, The Terraplanes Blues Band, The Cinelli Brothers, Charlie Musselwhite, Rick Estrin and the Nightcats, Songhoy Blues, Rick Dollar, Buddy Guy, Bernard Allison, and the Backwater Roll band with Jon Amor. It's a celebration of amazing music, and you should check it out now!

This weeks show is once again filled with amazing tunes from some of the finest artists in the blues. Of course there are classics from folks like Guitar Jr, Howling Wolf and R.L. Burnside alongside some of the best modern blues from amazing artists. Featured in the show are Will Johns, Kat and Co, Andy Lindquist, The Blue Bishops, Sean Taylor, Lurrie Bell, The Cinelli Brothers, Backwater Roll with Jon Amor, When Rivers Meet, The Altered Five Blues Band, Kim Wilson, Katie Bradley, Angela Easley, Peter Veteska, Rick Estrin and the Nightcats and the amazing Senel Katape amongst others. Hit play to enjoy two hours of amazing blues, soul and everything in between!

Rick Estrin joins me on episode 52.Rick grew up in San Francisco and starting sitting in with bands in the city.  He was friends with Jerry Portnoy, who persuaded him to spend some time in Chicago. Here he met many of the harmonica greats, and missed the golden opportunity for the harmonica chair in the Muddy Waters band. It turned out this wasn't a bad thing though, as Rick forged his own path with Little Charlie & The Nightcats (later Rick Estrin & The Nightcats). A band in which he has played harmonica, sung and wrote most of the lyrics for well over 40 years. And with great success as the band has won many Blues Music Awards, including for Rick's harmonica playing and songwriting prowess.Links:Rick's Website:http://www.rickestrin.comInstructional DVD is listed at the bottom of this page:https://rickestrin.com/musicEP Booster pedal:https://xotic.us/effects/ep-booster/Videos:Rick singing with Little Charlie & The Nightcats in 1981:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyEYO1Pkosg‘Contemporary' album video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZY1tkJRrx9Q&t=9sI Met Her On The Blues Cruise:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqS_nL2jvHE&t=55sRick Estrin & The Nightcats at World Harmonica Festival, 2013:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sccRtO1mJfw&t=6sPodcast website:https://www.harmonicahappyhour.comDonations: If you want to make a voluntary donation to help support the running costs of the podcast then please use this link:https://paypal.me/harmonicahappyhour?locale.x=en_GBAlso check out the Spotify Playlist, which contains many of the songs discussed in the podcast:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5QC6RF2VTfs4iPuasJBqwT?si=M-j3IkiISeefhR7ybm9qIQ

It's a show this week that's packed with the classic sounds of the blues, but that doesn't mean it's all old music... There are classics from Muddy Waters, BB King, Mike Bloomfield, Chuck Berry, Albert King, Blind Willie McTell and more, alongside more modern takes on the sound from the Untouchables, Guy King, Blues is Truth, Colin James, Rick Estrin and the Nightcats, Tab Benoit and many more... Hit play for a show you KNOW you'll enjoy!

We start with Jimmy Reed and then move through some amazing music on our way to finishing with Marco Pandolfi. There are new tracks and old from artists like Joanne Shaw Taylor, Champion Jack Dupree, John Mayall, Richard Townend, Colin James, Adam Norsworthy, Rick Estrin, Jo Ann Kelly, Muddy Waters, Elmore James, Shirley Johnson, BB King, Big Daddy Kinsey, Connor Selby and more. There's a track chosen by Michael Pilkington... It's time to hit play and enjoy!

Playlist: Snatch It Back and Hold It – Junior Wells; Blue and Lonesome – Billy Branch & The Sons of Blues; Party Town – Marcia Ball; What You See Is What You Get – Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials; In A Roomful of Blues – Roomful of Blues; Outside of This Town – Christone "Kingfish" Ingram; Clotilda's On Fire – Shemekia Copeland; The Longer That I Live – Curtis Salgado; Living In A Burning House – Selwyn Birchwood; Midnight Hour Blues – Charlie Musselwhite & Elvin Bishop; Ain't No Fun (When the Rabbit's Got the Gun) – The Cash Box Kings; Make It Back To Memphis – Tommy Castro & The Painkillers; A Woman – JJ Grey & Mofro; I'm Running – Rick Estrin & The Nightcats. Escuchar audio

The Linn County Blues Society presents Czech Village Blues, Aug. 14. Gates open at 4pm for an electric show featuring award-winning bluesmen Rick Estrin and The Nightcats, and Iowa's own Kevin “BF” Burt and Big Medicine. Plus, “Ship of Fools,” a student band mentored by some of the area's top musicians. $20 in advance. But … Continue reading The post Culture Crawl 649 “Czech Village Blues” appeared first on Jazz 88.3 KCCK.

One of the premier harp players, singers and songwriters on today's blues scene, Rick shares great stories and memories from his early days growing up in San Francisco and his move to Chicago in the 1960s. Music from his latest album, Contemporary on Alligator Records is featured on the podcast.

What do you put between Alexis Korner doing Woke Up This Morning and Otis Grand taking on When My Heart Beats Like a Hammer? Nearly two hours of the very best blues I can find, both new and old. With tracks from Cek Frencechetti, Buddy Guy, Boo Boo Davis, Errol Linton, Elles Bailey, Ry Cooder, Rick Estrin and the Nightcats, Whitney Shay, Andy Lindquist, JW Jones, Guy King and many more it's another show you don't want to miss!

Show 128 – Recorded 5-1-21 – This podcast features 12 outstanding blues artists and 12 great performances to enjoy. These songs were recorded from 1937-2020. Our featured artists are: John Primer and Bob Corritore, Lead Belly, Golden Gate Jubilee Quartet, Robert Nighthawk, Jessie Mae Hemphill, Jimmy “Duck” Holmes, Bobby Rush, Piano Red, Diunna Greenleaf, Bob Margolin, Rick Estrin and The Nightcats, Mud Morganfield. We also want to recognize and thank Mr George Mitchell who recorded Mr Robert Nighthawk.

Show 128 – Recorded 5-1-21 – This podcast features 12 outstanding blues artists and 12 great performances to enjoy. These songs were recorded from 1937-2020. Our featured artists are: John Primer and Bob Corritore, Lead Belly, Golden Gate Jubilee Quartet, Robert Nighthawk, Jessie Mae Hemphill, Jimmy “Duck” Holmes, Bobby Rush, Piano Red, Diunna Greenleaf, Bob Margolin, Rick Estrin and The Nightcats, Mud Morganfield. We also want to recognize and thank Mr George Mitchell who recorded Mr Robert Nighthawk.

It's another Blues is the Truth, packed with classic tunes and brand new music... IN this weeks show we have tracks from Howling Wolf, Jimmie Vaughan, Frank Bey, Buddy Scott, Joanna Connor, Hans Theesink and Terry Evans, Rick Estrin and the Nightcats, Buddy Guy, Bob Margolin, The Untouchables, Breezy Radio, Robert Cray and John Lee Hooker. It's two hours of great tunes that you don't want to miss!

Making a Scene Presents an Interview with Andy WattsAndy Watts Premier Guitarist has performed and recorded with some of the Best Blues Artists in the World, including Grammy Artists, Joe Louis Walker, Kenny Neal, Johnny Winter, Rick Estrin, Bernard Allison. Lucky Peterson, and Eliza Neals among others. His new album, SuperGroove is receiving rave reviews from all around the World and is currently 6th Place on Roots Music Reports USA.Andy Watts,Supergroove-,Andy Watts,Supernatural,makingascene,Andy Watts,Andy Watts,Straight Shooting Woman,SupergrooveAndy Watts - Feat Joe Louis Walker,Burning Deep,Supergroove 

Big Blend Radio hosts Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, welcomes blues guitarist Andy Watts, Israel’s Ambassador of the Blues, who discusses his latest album “SuperGroove.”   A highly charged album of ten electrifying rockin’ blues tracks featuring Andy’s raw, gritty guitar and his soulful vocals, “SuperGroove” was recorded at Kibbutz Ma’abarot in Israel and co-produced by Kenny Neal for Kenny’s new label Booga Music, in cooperation with the VizzTone label group. As Israel's Ambassador of the Blues, over the years Andy has brought some of the world's leading blues artists to Israel to perform and record with his 9-piece rockin' blues band, Andy Watts & Blues on Fire, known as the biggest R&B/Blues show in Israel. Andy has performed with many of the modern blues greats including Joe Louis Walker, Kenny Neal, Lucky Peterson, Johnny Winter, Rick Estrin, Bernard Alizon, Eliza Neals amongst others.

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Andy Watts, who is known as Israel's Ambassador of the Blues, joins Tom The Suit Forst on Chasing The Blues 2 / Episode 33, in time for Tom to wish fans a Happy Thanksgiving 2020. They chat about Andy's recording career and his recent work with blues superstar Joe Louis Walker, who has himself been a guest on Chasing the Blues. Andy has performed with many of the modern blues greats including Kenny Neal, Lucky Peterson, Johnny Winter, Rick Estrin, Bernard Alison and Eliza Neals, as well Joe Louis Walker. Andy developed such tight musical chemistry with Kenny Neal that Kenny not only co-produced Andy’s new album, Supergroove, but he also released it on his label, Booga Music in conjunction with the Vizztone label group. Supergroove is a highly charged album of ten electrifying blues tracks - dusted with a bit of rock, funk and R&B - featuring Andy’s sometimes gritty, sometimes slinky guitar and his soulful vocals along with his great 9 piece band.Now close to the end of its second season, Season 2, Chasing the Blues is a weekly podcast by Tom The Suit Forst, a blues musician, recording artist, and podcaster who was inducted into the CT and NY Blues Hall of Fame in 2018. This episode is the 83rd broadcast to date. The podcast is sponsored in part by Factory Underground Studio in Norwalk, CT which is also the show producer. Season media sponsorship has been provided by Blues Festival Guide Magazine which Bobby Rush calls his "roadmap to the blues." Look and listen for the debut of Chasing the Blues YouTube edition that featured an exclusive interview with John Oates of Hall and Oates, discussing his recent blues album. A special follow up YouTube presentation featuring Samantha Fish will launch in December 2020. Permalink to Share: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10764440/chasing-the-blues-2-ep-33-andy-wattsDirect Download Link: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/42169350/download.mp3http://www.ChasingtheBluesPodcast.comhttp://www.TomTheSuitForst.comhttp://www.FactoryUndergroundStudio.comhttp://www.BluesFestivalGuide.comhttps://andywatts1.bandcamp.com/album/blues-on-fire

Premier blues guitarist Andy Watts has earned a reputation as Israel’s Ambassador of the Blues. Over the years he has brought some of the world’s leading blues artists to Israel to perform and record with his 9-piece rockin’ blues band, Andy Watts & Blues on Fire, known as the biggest R&B show in Israel. Andy’s recent guests have included Joe Louis Walker, Kenny Neal, Lucky Peterson, Rick Estrin, Bernard Allison, Eliza Neals and others. Andy developed such great musical chemistry with Kenny Neal that Kenny wound up co-producing Andy’s new album, SUPERGROOVE, for his new label, BOOGA Music, in cooperation with the VizzTone label group and BratGirlmedia label management. SUPERGROOVE features Watts’ signature guitar work and his great band – including bass, drums, keyboards, trumpet, trombone, saxophones and occasional guest harmonica. For vocalists, the album features special guests Joe Louis Walker and Eliza Neals, plus explosive soul singer Roy Young, Danny Shoshan and Gadi Altman.Half of the songs are Watts originals, while the others dig into classics by Freddie King and longtime influence Peter Green, plus compositions by Walker, Coastin’ Hank, and others. Support this podcast

Premier blues guitarist Andy Watts has earned a reputation as Israel’s Ambassador of the Blues. Over the years he has brought some of the world’s leading blues artists to Israel to perform and record with his 9-piece rockin’ blues band, Andy Watts & Blues on Fire, known as the biggest R&B show in Israel. Andy’s recent guests have included Joe Louis Walker, Kenny Neal, Lucky Peterson, Rick Estrin, Bernard Allison, Eliza Neals and others. Andy developed such great musical chemistry with Kenny Neal that Kenny wound up co-producing Andy’s new album, SUPERGROOVE, for his new label, BOOGA Music, in cooperation with the VizzTone label group and BratGirlmedia label management. SUPERGROOVE features Watts’ signature guitar work and his great band – including bass, drums, keyboards, trumpet, trombone, saxophones and occasional guest harmonica. For vocalists, the album features special guests Joe Louis Walker and Eliza Neals, plus explosive soul singer Roy Young, Danny Shoshan and Gadi Altman.Half of the songs are Watts originals, while the others dig into classics by Freddie King and longtime influence Peter Green, plus compositions by Walker, Coastin’ Hank, and others. Support this podcast

Settle into the kitchen this week and enjoy music by John Primer, Nick Moss, Albert Castiglia, Vanessa Collier, Toronzo Cannon and Rick Estrin.  Right on!

Greetings all, here is the podcast of my radio show "Bluesland" from Thursday night on KMRE 102.3 FM. Etta James, Katie Webster, Tommy Castro, Rick Estrin and The Nightcats, Johnny Burgin and more are featured. It's free. Just click on the link/picture. Enjoy.

Urban blues started in Chicago and St. Louis, as music created by part-time musicians who played as street musicians, and other events in their neighborhood. For many blues musicians, the “day job” made their living, but the nighttime music gig was their life. An early setting for Chicago blues was the open-air market on Maxwell Street, one of the largest open-air markets in the nation. The first blues clubs in Chicago were mostly in predominantly black neighborhoods on the South Side, with a few in the smaller black neighborhoods on the West Side. Chicago blues was one of the most significant influences on early rock music. Chuck Berry originally recorded with Chess Records—one of the biggest Chicago blues record labels of that time. ***** Join the conversation on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100008232395712 ****** or by email at dannymemorylane@gmail.com In this episode you’ll hear: 1) Playin' With My Friends by B.B. King & Robert Cray 2) Crossfire by Stevie Ray Vaughan & Double Trouble 3) Chicago Lakefront by Iceman Robinson 4) That's What The Blues Is All About by Albert King 5) Nobody Knows The Way I Feel This Morning by Aretha Franklin 6) Champagne & Reefer by The Rolling Stones with Buddy Guy 7) She's Puttin' Something In My Food by Bobby "Blue" Bland 8) If This Is Love by Duke Robillard 9) Evil (Is Going On) by Koko Taylor 10) U B U by Rick Estrin & The Nightcats 11) Love In Vain by Eric Clapton 12) Got Love If You Want It by The Fabulous Thunderbirds 13) We The People by Guitar Shorty 14) Your Lady, She's Shady by J J Grey & Mofro 15) Born Under A Bad Sign by Marva Wright 16) I'm A King Bee by Steven Tyler and Joe Perry 17) Key To The Highway by Little Walter 18) That Will Never Do by Roomful Of Blues 19) If The Blues Were Whiskey by Luther "Guitar Junior" Johnson 20) When Love Comes To Town by U2 with B.B. King 21) Strange Feeling by Michael Burks 22) Born In Chicago by Paul Butterfield Blues Band 23) Men Are Just Like Street Cars by Natalie Cole, Mavis Staples and Ruth Brown 24) Don't Pick Me For Your Fool by Son Seals 25) Hoochie Coochie Man by Willie Dixon 26) All Your Love by John Mayall's Bluesbreakers with Eric Clapton 27) I Sing The Blues by Etta James 28) If You Have To Know by Lonnie Mack & Stevie Ray Vaughan 29) Too Much Barbecue by Big Twist & The Mellow Fellows

Najee, jazz saxophonist and flautist, started his music career playing in a band that performed for our troops around the world.  His first major break was supporting Ben E. King.  In 1983, Najee toured with Chaka Khan, before he recorded his first solo album three years later.  The album - Najee's Theme, earned him a GRAMMY nomination for Best Jazz Album.  On this episode, award-winning musicologist, Ray White, catches up with Najee in July, during his 2017 tour, to discuss his upcoming album - Poetry In Motion.  The album features an all-star cast including Will Downing, Incognito, Maysa and Bobby Lyle. Lisa Davis, your "Hostess With The Mostest," highlights Rick Estrin and the Nightcats, whose latest release is Groovin In Graceland which features his dynamic electric blues sound.  For more information about the programming on our shows, visit www.cooolcat.com