The New York Times – Music:
Rooted in the blues and connected worldwide, the musician, 83, is still looking ahead.
Category: Blues Music
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Mike Vernon, Who Helped Spark the British Blues Boom, Dies at 81
The New York Times – Music:
He produced albums — by John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers, with Eric Clapton, and the early Fleetwood Mac — that defined 1960s blues rock. He also shepherded David Bowie’s debut disk.
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John P. Hammond, Pioneer in 1960s Blues Renaissance, Dies at 83
The New York Times – Music:
With his acclaimed interpretations of Delta Blues standards, he was a fixture on the Greenwich Village music scene for decades.
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Overlooked No More: Jimmy Reed, the Bluesman Everyone Covered, Then Forgot
The New York Times – Music:
His most enduring hits were recorded by Elvis Presley, Aretha Franklin, the Rolling Stones and the Grateful Dead. But his own career faded from view.
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Chris Rea, Grammy-Nominated Singer of ‘Driving Home for Christmas,’ Dies at 74
The New York Times – Music:
The Blues-influenced singer and guitarist built a lasting career, particularly in Europe, with hits that included “Driving Home for Christmas” and “Fool (If You Think It’s Over).”
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Ladies and Gentlemen, 38 Key Musical Moments on ‘S.N.L.’
The New York Times – Music:
As the show celebrates its 50th season, look back at some of its most fiery, shocking and groundbreaking performances.