By Selby Minner and Irene Johnsondut − da-dah-duh − dah-de-dup!” My bass rang out across the crowd… I could hardly breathe! He had me starting the song as a solo − indeed the whole set! Up the steps he came, out from behind the stage and into the light, sporting[…]
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Rare Union Band just announced the release of their new CD called Times They Always Change. Rare Union was born out of the chaos and isolation of the pandemic. These unique and talented musicians came together from five states. They recorded a deeply personal album, Brother of Mine, which went[…]
Immerse Yourself in the Ultimate Laid-Back Blues Festival Experience at Prairie Dog! Join us at Prairie Dog, the epitome of laid-back blues festivals! Located on the picturesque St. Feriole Island, within a stunning city park, this annual event unfolds in a breathtaking setting, nestled between the majestic Mississippi River, unspoiled[…]
Blues Blast Music Award Tickets On Sale Now The 16th Annual Blues Blast Music Awards ceremonies are September 23, 2023 at the 3300 Event Center in Peoria, IL. Doors open at 4:00pm. Show starts at 5:00pm Visit our Blues Blast Music Awards website to get your tickets now at: www.TheBBMAs.com/. General[…]
(PARCHMAN, MS) — Inside the Mississippi State Penitentiary, formerly known as Parchman Farm, a group of nine individuals sit attentively at their desks. Clad in green-and-white striped pants and shirts labeled “MDOC convict” for Mississippi Department of Corrections, these men, convicted of crimes ranging from drug possession to armed robbery[…]