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Blues Radio International with Jesse Finkelstein & Audrey Michelle
LIVE BLUES MUSIC NEWS & TALK FOR PLANET EARTH - With your hosts, Jesse Finkelstein & Audrey Michelle, Blues Radio International broadcasts live interviews and music on shortwave radio, social media and the internet. Our mission is to uplift everyone with music in all corners of Earth & beyond. With confirmed listeners in 184 countries, our shortwave radio broadcasts do just that, provide healing music for people that do not have access to the internet via inexpensive shortwave AM radios. 2019 The Blues Foundations, Keeping The Blues Alive Award recipient. You can find live concerts, musical interviews & news from Blues Radio International at: BluesRadioInternational.net , Facebook.com/bluesradiointernational , Youtube.com/bluesradiointernational , Instagram: @bluesradiointernational - Please feel free to contact us by emailing: bluesradioaudrey@gmail.com or bluesradiointernational@gmail.com
Multiple Blues Music Award winner Tommy Castro performs live at the 2010 Blues Music Awards in Memphis.
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Kim Wilson and the Fabulous Thunderbirds have been an anchor of the Austin blues scene for over half a century. On this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast, the Fabulous Thunderbirds perform live at the Funky Biscuit in Boca Raton in April 2026.
Sound and image by Michael Wolf.
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Smoking Joe Kubek & Bnois King perform live at the 2011 Blues Music Awards on this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast.
Photograph courtesy of Alligator Records.
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Renowned Blues guitarist Duke Robillard performs live with David Keyes at the 2016 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast. Duke plays selections from his Blues Music Award winning album "The Acoustic Roots and Blues of Duke Robillard."
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Multiple Blues Music Award winner Walter Trout performs with his band, including his son Jon, at the Funky Biscuit in Boca Raton in March 2026.
Sound by Michael Wolf.
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DK Harrell and his band perform live at the Funky Biscuit in Boca Raton in January, 2026.
Sound and image by Michael Wolf
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Trudy Lynn and Sugaray Rayford perform live with the Anthony Paule Soul Orchestra at the 2018 Blues Music Awards in Memphis.
Photograph by Jay Skolnick
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Hear the 2026 International Blues Challenge second place award winning live performance in the solo/duo category by Devin C. Williams at the Orpheum Theater in Memphis on this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast.
Photograph by Laura Carbone.
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British Blues Hall of Fame member Matt Schofield performs live at the Funky Biscuit in Boca Raton, Florida, in August 2023.
Sound by Michael Wolf. Photograph by Chris Schmitt.
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The Danielle Nicole Band, multiple Blues Music Award Winners and Grammy Nominees, perform live in Boca Raton in January 2025.
Sound by Michael Wolf.
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Hear MAMA, the 2nd place award winning band at the 2026 International Blues Challenge, in their live performance at the finals at the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis, January 2026.
Photograph by Laura Carbone.
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Grammy nominee and multiple Blues Music Award winners Southern Avenue perform live at the Funky Biscuit in Boca Raton, Florida, in January, 2026.
Sound by Michael Wolf.
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Hear The Weary Ramblers live in their first place award winning performance at the 2026 International Blues Challenge on this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast.
Photograph by Laura Carbone.
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Five time Blues Music Award winner Vanessa Collier, with guitar ace Arthur Neilson and her band, performs live at the Funky Biscuit in Boca Raton in January 2026.
Sound by Michael Wolf.
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Each January, hundreds of musicians converge in Memphis to compete in the Blues Foundation's International Blues Challenge. On this edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast, we feature the live first place award winning performance by Derrick Dove & The Peacekeepers.
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Detroit's Queen of the Blues, Thornetta Davis, performs live at the 2025 Blues Music Awards in Memphis.
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Piano wizard Bruce Katz and Blues Music Award winning harp player Giles Robson perform live at the 2025 Blues Music Awards in Memphis,
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Piper & The Hard Times, winners of the International Blues Challenge, perform live at the 2025 Blues Music Awards in Memphis.
Photograph courtesy of Piper & The Hard Times
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Jimmy Carpenter, a multiple Blues Music Award winning saxophone player and songwriter, performs live at the Funky Biscuit in Boca Raton, Florida, in November, 2025.
Sound and image by Michael Wolf.
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Otis Taylor brings his unique form of "trance blues" alive in a performance at the 2009 Blues Music Awards in Memphis.
Photograph courtesy of Otis Taylor.
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Joe Louis Walker, an inductee in the Blues Hall of Fame, performs live in South Florida in November 2019.
Sound by Jeff Kissinger and Michael Wolf.
Photograph by Joe Del Tufo.
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Eden Brent, two time winner of the Pinetop Perkins Blues Music Awards, performs live at the 2025 Blues Music Awards in Memphis.
Photograph by Laura Carbone
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L'il Ed Williams learned slide guitar from his uncle, Blues Hall of Fame Member JB Hutto, and has been bringing Chicago blues to worldwide audiences for decades. On this extended Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast, L'il Ed & The Blues Imperials perform live at the Funky Biscuit in Boca Raton in October, 2025.
Sound by Michael Wolf. Photograph by Paul Natkin.
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George Thorogood has played blues rock for worldwide audiences for half a century. George joined us at the Studios of Blues Radio International in September 2025, for a deep dive into his influences and music.
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On this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast, hear a live all star tribute to BB King from the 2025 Blues Music Awards in Memphis, featuring Mr. Sipp, Danielle Nicole, Tony Braunagel and Jim Pugh,
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The Dennis Jones Band, with special guest Deanna Bogart, performs live at the 2025 Blues Music Awards in Memphis.
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Colin John & Long Tall Deb join Audrey Michelle and play live on the Blues Radio International SoundStage at the 2025 Blues Music Awards in Memphis.
Sound by Michael Wolf.
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Chicago harp legend and Blues Hall of Fame member Billy Branch performs live at the 2025 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast.
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Southern Avenue, multiple Blues Music Award winners, perform live on the Blues Radio International SoundStage at the 2025 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast.
Sound by Michael Wolf.
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Southern Avenue has collected multiple Blues Music Awards and Grammy nominations with their unique blend of blues, roots and soul music. On this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast, hear an exclusive performance by Southern Avenue on the Blues Radio International SoundStage at the 2025 Blues Music Awards in Memphis.
Sound by Michael Wolf.
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Ollee Owens, a Calgary based Blues/Americana artist, has received rave reviews for her original music. On this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast, Audrey Michelle hosts Ollee in May, 2025, as she records a performance interview on the Blues Radio International SoundStage in Memphis.
Sound by Michael Wolf.
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Ronnie Baker Brooks, winner of three Blues Music Awards, performs live in Memphis at the Blues Music Awards in May, 2025 on this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast.
Photograph by Laura Carbone.
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Blues Hall of Fame member John Primer performs live at the Boca Blues Festival in November, 2025 on this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast.
Sound by Michael Wolf. Photograph by Eric Kriesant.
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Detroit's Queen of the Blues, multiple award winner Thornetta Davis, joins Jesse and Audrey on the Blues Radio International SoundStage at the 2025 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast.
Sound by Michael Wolf. Image courtesy of Thornetta Davis.
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Award winning Blues pianist Bruce Katz plays live on the Blues Radio International SoundStage at the 2025 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast
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Award winning blues rock guitarist Samantha Fish is known for her electric performances. In 2016, Samantha joined us at the Studios of Blues Radio International to play acoustic, and to discuss the songwriting process.
Photograph by Jay Skolnick.
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Billboard Magazine wrote about Tinsley Ellis: "nobody has released more consistently excellent blues albums than Atlanta's Tinsley Ellis. He sings like a man possessed and wields a mean lead guitar."
Hear Tinsley perform live at the 2016 Blues Music Awards on this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast.
Photograph by Jay Skolnick.
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Multiple Grammy and Blues Music Award winner Keb Mo performs live at the 2025 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast.
Photograph by Laura Carbone.
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Mud Morganfield, the eldest son of Blues legend Muddy Waters, performs live at the Boca Blues Festival in November 2024.
Sound by Michael Wolf. Photograph courtesy of Mud Morganfield Blues.
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Matthias Lattin, winner of the 2023 International Blues Challenge, plays his music on the Blues Radio International SoundStage at the 2023 Blues Music Awards in Memphis.
Sound by Michael Wolf
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Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks, Grammy and Blues Music Awards Winners, play in a special acoustic performance at the 2012 Blues Music Awards in Memphis.
Photograph by Joe Dempsey
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Koko Taylor, the renowned Queen of the Blues, performs live with the Mannish Boys at the 2009 Blues Music Awards in Memphis.
Photograph courtesy of Alligator Records
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Samantha Fish performs live at the Boca Blues Festival in November 2024 on this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast.
Sound and Image by Michael Wolf.
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Sugaray Rayford, a multiple Blues Music Awards winner, performs live with the Billy Price Band at the 2025 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast.
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Mississippi Hill Country blues has a unique and almost hypnotic sound. Popularized by RL Burnside and Junior Kimbrough, this deep tradition is carried on by RL's grandson, Blues Music Award winner Cedric Burnside. We sat down with Cedric on the Blues Radio International SoundStage in Memphis the morning after he won two BMA's in 2016 to hear some authentic Mississippi Hill Country Blues.
Sound by Jack Gauthier. Photograph by Jay Skolnick.
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Louisiana born Blues Music Award winner Kenny Neal and his band perform live at the Funky Biscuit in Boca Raton, Florida, in May, 2025. Sound by Jeff Kissinger and Michael Wolf.
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Chicago bluesman Bob Stroger, a member of the Blues Hall of Fame and still playing for audiences at age 94, performs live at the Blues Music Awards in Memphis in May 2025, on the Blues Radio International Podcast.
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The Fabulous Thunderbirds perform live at the Funky Biscuit in Boca Raton, Florida, in February, 2025 on this Edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast. Sound by Jeff Kissinger and Michael Wolf. Photograph by Jay Skolnick.
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The Billy Price Band performs live at the 2025 Blues Music Awards on Edition 710 of Blues Radio International, with Blind Boy Fuller, Roy Buchanan, Johnny Young, and Rev. Peyton's Big Damn Band.
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John Nemeth and Terry Hanck perform live at the Funky Biscuit in Boca Raton in May, 2025, on Edition 709 of Blues Radio International, with JB Lenoir, Alvin Youngblood Hart, and Larry McCray with Joe Bonamassa.
Sound by Jeff Kissinger and Michael Wolf.
Photograph by Laura Carbone.
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Shemekia Copeland performs live at the Funky Biscuit in South Florida in February 2025 on Edition 708 of Blues Radio International, with Stevie Ray Vaughan and Billy Boy Arnold.
Sound by Jeff Kissinger and Michael Wolf.
Photograph courtesy of Shemekia Copeland.
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Johnny and Destini Rawls perform live at the 2025 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on Edition 707 of Blues Radio International, with John Primer, Koko Taylor and Albert Collins.
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James Harman performs live in his final appearance at the Blues Music Awards in May, 2016 on Edition 706 of Blues Radio International, with Etta James, Willie Buck and Bob Corritore, Little Junior Parker, Johnny Shines, and DK Harrell.
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Albert Castiglia performs live on the Blues Radio International SoundStage at the 2024 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on Edition 705 of Blues Radio International, with B.B. King, Lavelle White, Walter "Shakey" Horton, and Popa Chubby with Christone "Kingfish" Ingram.
Sound by Michael Wolf.
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Selwyn Birchwood performs live at the 2018 Blues Music Awards on Edition 704 of Blues Radio International, with Buddy Guy & Junior Wells, Bobby Rush & Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Terry Hanck and Amos Milburn.
Photograph by Jay Skolnick
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The Blackburn Brothers perform live on the Blues Radio International SoundStage at the 2024 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on Edition 703 of Blues Radio International, with Jimmie Vaughan and Big Maybelle.
Sound by Michael Wolf. Photograph by Laura Carbone.
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Tab Benoit performs live a the the Boca Blues Festival in November 2024 on Edition 702 of Blues Radio International, with Charlie Musselwhite, Slim Harpo and Willie Nix.
Sound and image by Michael Wolf.
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Lara Price and Albert Castiglia perform live on the Blues Radio International SoundStage at the 2024 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on Edition 701 of Blues Radio International, with Howlin' Wolf, Little Walter and Eddie 9V.
Sound by Michael Wolf
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Sue Foley plays live on the Blues Radio International SoundStage in an exclusive performance from Memphis in 2024 on Edition 700 of Blues Radio International, with Memphis Minnie, JB Lenoir and Terry Robb.
Photograph by Jesse Finkelstein
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Ronnie Earl & The Broadcasters perform live at the 2019 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on Edition 699 of Blues Radio International, with Jimmy Rogers, Blind Willie McTell, Janiva Magness with Joe Bonamassa, and Fabrizio Poggi.
Photograph by Jay Skolnick
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Mike Zito performs live on the Blues Radio International SoundStage at the 2024 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on Edition 698 of Blues Radio International, with Southern Avenue, Little Milton and Eddie Taylor.
Sound by Michael Wolf.
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Terrie Odabi and Nick Schnebelen perform live on the Blues Radio International SoundStage at the 2024 Blue Music Awards in Memphis on Edition 697 of Blues Radio International, with music from Sonny Boy Williamson, Eddie Boyd, and Bobby "Blue" Bland.
Sound by Michael Wolf.
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Vanessa Collier performs live at the Funky Biscuit in South Florida in February, 2025 on Edition 696 of Blues Radio International, with Willie Dixon and Southern Hospitality (Victor Wainwright, Damon Fowler & JP Soars).
Sound by Jeff Kissinger and Michael Wolf. Image by Allen Winkler.
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Monster Mike Welch performs live on the Blues Radio International SoundStage at the 2024 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on Edition 695 of Blues Radio International, with music from Otis Rush and Floyd Jones.
Sound by Michael Wolf.
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Carolyn Wonderland and Shelly King perform live at the Intrepid Artists 30th Anniversary Celebration in Charlotte, North Carolina in November 2024 on Edition 694 of Blues Radio International, with Little Milton, Brownie McGhee, Eddie C. Campbell, and Jimmy Vivino.
Sound by Michael Wolf. Image courtesy of Carolyn Wonderland and Shelley King.
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John Nemeth and Sean MacDonald perform on the Blues Radio International soundstage at the 2024 Blues Music Awards on Edition 693 of Blues Radio International, with music from Tia Carroll and Jackie Brenston.
Sound by Michael Wolf.
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Teeny Tucker performs live on the Blues Radio International soundstage at the 2024 Blues Music Awards on Edition 692 of Blues Radio International, with John Lee Hooker, Jimmy Reed, Catfish Keith and Big Joe Williams.
Sound by Michael Wolf. Photograph by Robert Hughes.
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Blues Hall of Fame member Billy Branch performs live at the 2019 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on Edition 691 of Blues Radio International, with Zac Harmon, Sam Myers, Eddie Vinson and Mark Lemhouse.
Photograph by Dragan Tasic.
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Hear the winning guitar performance by Victoria/Tasmania's Nick Charles at the 2025 International Blues Challenge in Memphis in January 2025 on Edition 690 of Blues Radio International, with Rory Block and Charles Brown.
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Hear the winning 2025 International Blues Challenge band performance by Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal on Edition 689 of Blues Radio International, with Little Esther Phillips and Tommy Castro and the Painkillers. Recorded at the Orpheum Theatre, Memphis, January 2025.
Photograph by Jesse Finkelstein
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Hear 2025 International Blues Challenge solo artist Joce Reyome in her first place award winning performance at the Orpheum Theatre on Edition 688 of Blues Radio International, with Lonnie Brooks and Jerron Paxon.
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Brandon Santini performs live in South Florida in December 2023 on Edition 687 of Blues Radio International, with Magic Sam, Otis Spann, Junior Kimbrough and Frank Bey with the Anthony Paule Soul Orchestra.
Photograph courtesy Brandon Santini.
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Matthias Lattin performs live at the 2024 Blues Music Awards on Edition 686 of Blues Radio International, with Eric Bibb, A.C. Reed, Candi Staton and Billy Flynn.
Photograph by Laura Carbone.
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The Blackburn Brothers perform live at the 2024 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on Edition 685 of Blues Radio International, with James Cotton, Memphis Minnie, Don Bryant and Louisiana Red with Lefty Dizz.
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Tommy Castro & The Painkillers perform at the 2024 Boca Blues Festival (November 2024)on Edition 684 of Blues Radio International, with Shemekia Copeland, Little Mack Simmons, and Eddie Kirkland with GE Smith and Jaimoe.
Photograph courtesy of Tommy Castro and Alligator Records
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Kevin Burt performs live at the 2024 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on Edition 683 of Blues Radio International, with Sonny Boy Williamson, Bobby "Blue" Bland, Frank Catalano and Lurrie Bell.
Photograph by Laura Carbone.
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The Nick Moss Band performs live at the 2024 Blues Music Awards on Edition 682 of Blues Radio International, with Albert King, Jimmy Reed, Johnnie Young with Walter Horton, and Kat Riggins.
Photograph by Laura Carbone.
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Doug MacLeod performs live at the 2024 Blues Music Awards on Edition 681 of Blues Radio International, with Vanessa Collier, Mississippi Fred McDowell, Lowell Fulson, Clarence Gatemouth Brown and Arlen Roth and Detroit Junior.
Photograph by Laura Carbone.
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The Three Kings--Albert Castiglia, Chris Cain and DK Harrell--perform live at the Intrepid Artists 30th Anniversary Celebration in Charlotte, North Carolina (November 2024)on Edition 680 of Blues Radio International, with Johnnie Taylor, Big Maybelle, Mark Hummel with Oscar Wilson, and Dr. Ross.
Photographs courtesy of Intrepid Artists.
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Tab Benoit performs live at the 2024 Boca Blues Festival on Edition 679 of Blues Radio International, with Etta James and Eric Lindell.
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Alabama Mike performs live at the 2024 Blues Music Awards on Edition 678 of Blues Radio International, with Little Walter, Ruthie Foster, Junior Wells, Bobo Jenkins and The Kinsey Report.
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Blues Hall of Fame member Lurrie Bell performs live at the Bradenton Blues Festival in January, 2023, on Edition 677 of Blues Radio International, with Koko Taylor, Johnny Guitar Watson and Noah Wotherspoon.
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Solomon Hicks performs live at the Funky Biscuit in South Florida on Edition 676 of Blues Radio International, with music from Son House, Sue Foley and Little Johnny Jones.
Image by Michael Wolf.
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The Cash Box Kings perform live at the 2024 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on Edition 675 of Blues Radio International, with Elmore James, Guy Davis, Robert Jr. Lockwood, Henry Gray, and Albert Collins.
Photograph by Roman Sobus.
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Larry McCray performs live in South Florida at the Funky Biscuit on Edition 674 of Blues Radio International, with Jimmy Rogers, Charlie Musselwhite, Vanessa Collier and Duke Robillard.
Sound by Jeff Kissinger and Michael Wolf
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L'il Ed & The Blues Imperials perform live in South Florida at the Funky Biscuit in April, 2024 on Edition 673 of Blues Radio International, with music from Magic Slim, Eddie Shaw, Mighty Joe Young and Zac Harmon.
Sound and mix by Jeff Zimmerman and Michael Wolf.
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Hear Michael Burks, the Ironman of the Blues, in his only performance at the Blues Music Awards, on Edition 672 of Blues Radio International, with Lucky Peterson, RL Burnside, Memphis Minnie, Moose Walker and Sonny Gullage.
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Ana Popovic and her band perform live the 2024 Blues Music Awards on Edition 671 of Blues Radio International, with B.B. King and James Cotton.
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Duke Robillard performs his Blues Music Award winning acoustic blues on Edition 670 of Blues Radio International, with music from Otis Rush, Memphis Slim, Howlin' Wolf, and Benny Turner.
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A spontaneous musical creation from our friend Noah Wotherspoon, live at the Blues Radio International studios.
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EG Kight, The Georgia Songbird, performs live at the 2024 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on Edition 669 of Blues Radio International, with Ronnie Baker Brooks, Mitch Woods, Jimmy Dawkins and Roscoe Gordon.
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Sugar Ray & The Bluetones perform live at the 2015 Blues Music Awards on Edition 668 of Blues Radio International, with music from Billy Branch, Roy Buchanan, Clarence Gatemouth Brown, and Frank Frost & The Night Hawks.
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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.
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James Harman performs live at the 2016 Blues Music Awards on Edition 666 of Blues Radio International, with Leadbelly, Jimmy Witherspoon, Floyd James and Little Sonny.
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Blues powerhouse Teeny Tucker performs live at the 2024 Blues Music Awards on Edition 665 of Blues Radio International, with Luther Allison, Robert Cray, and Lightning Slim.
Photograph by Michael Wolf.
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Hadden Sayers performs live at the 2019 Blues Music Awards on Edition 664 of Blues Radio International, with Howlin' Wolf, Pinetop Perkins, Janiva Magness and Jovin Webb.
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Selwyn Birchwood performs live at the 2024 Blues Music Awards on Edition 663 of Blues Radio International, with John Lee Hooker, Son Seals and OV Wright.
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Samantha Fish performs live at the Funky Biscuit in Boca Raton in March 2016 on Ediition 662 of Blues Radio International, with Keb Mo, Elmore James, Shemekia Copeland and Junior Kimbrough.
Photograph by Jay Skolnick
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Pinetop Perkins BMA Winner Victor Wainwright performs live at the 2013 Blues Music Awards on Edition 661 of Blues Radio International, with Magic Sam, Nick Gravenites, Charlie Musselwhite, Eden Brent, Cephas & Wiggins, and Peter Karp.
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Diunna Greenleaf performs live at the 2017 Blues Music Awards on Edition 660 of Blues Radio International, with music from Snooky Pryor, Roosevelt Sykes, Terry Robb and Little Johnny Christian.
Photograph by Elaine Hughes.
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Curtis Salgado performs live at the 2009 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on Edition 659 of Blues Radio International, with music from Willie Cobbs, Kid Andersen, Billy The Kid Emerson and Amanda Fish.
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The Avey Grouws Band performs live at the Funky Biscuit in South Florida on Edition 658 of Blues Radio International, with music from Robert Nighthawk, Pee Wee Crayton, and the Memphis Royal Brothers featuring Charlie Musselwhite.
Sound by Jeff Kissinger and Michael Wolf. Photograph by Chris Schmitt.
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Bob Corritore performs live at the 2011 Blues Music Awards on Edition 657 of Blues Radio International, with music from James Cotton, Eddie Boyd, Johnny Copeland, Deborah Coleman, and Mark Hummel with Anson Funderburgh.
Photograph by Jeff Fasano.
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Kat Riggins and Kevin Burt perform live on the Blues Radio International SoundStage at the 2024 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on Edition 656 of Blues Radio International, with music from Little Milton, Eddie Taylor and David Bromberg.
Mix by Audrey Michelle.
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Mr. Sipp performs live at the 2024 Blues Music Awards on Edition 655 of Blues Radio International, with T Bone Walker, Muddy Waters, Albert & Rayne Castiglia feat. Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, and Sara Lazarus.
Photograph by Laura Carbone.
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Rory Block performs live on the Blues Radio International SoundStage in Memphis at the 2019 Blues Music Awards on Edition 654 of Blues Radio International, with music from Lightning Hopkins, Mississippi John Hurt, Ry Cooder, Jontavious Willis, and Chris Cain.
Sound by Jack Gauthier. Photograph by Jay Skolnick.
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The Stephen Hull Experience wins second place, and Best Guitarist, live at the 2024 International Blues Challenge in Memphis on Edition 653 of Blues Radio International, with music from Junior Wells and Coco Montoya.
Photograph by Laura Carbone.
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GE Smith and Matt Schofield perform live at the Funky Biscuit in February 2017 on Edition 652 of Blues Radio International, with music from Lonnie Brooks, Jimmy Johnson, and Dinah Washington.
Sound by Ray Rivard. Photograph by Jay Skolnick.
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Acoustic guitarist BMA nominee William Lee Ellis performs live at the 2024 Blues Music Awards on Edition 651 of Blues Radio International, with Muddy Waters, Anson Funderburgh and the Rockets featuring Sam Myers, Toronzo Canon, Curtis Salgado and Jack De Keyzer.
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Step into the heart of blues music with Blues Radio International's Jesse Finkelstein as your guide.
In a special duet interview, Jesse sits down with the dynamic duo Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks, whisked away from the vibrant energy of The Blues Foundation's 2012 Blues Music Awards in Memphis.
Together, they explore the soulful depths of blues music, sharing personal anecdotes, insights into the culture, and the secrets behind their musical alchemy. From the joys of songwriting to navigating the highs and lows of a life in music, this conversation promises to be a harmonious blend of passion, wisdom, and rhythm. So, tune in and let their words serenade your soul.
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Guests: Susan Tedeschi & Derek Trucks
Host: Jesse Finkelstein
Year: 2012
Producer: Audrey Michelle
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John Primer, recently inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame, performs live at the 2023 Blues Music Awards on Edition 636 of Blues Radio International, with music from James Cotton, Dawn Tyler Watson, Bruce Katz and Champion Jack DuPree.
Photograph by Laura Carbone.
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Joe Waters performs at the Orpheum Memphis in the 2024 International Blues Challenge Finals. The IBC is coordinated & hosted by the Blues Foundation in Memphis, TN. Each year, blues societies from around the globe send challengers to compete against one another for a chance to win the big prizes at the finals in Memphis. Out of 140 acts, Joe made it & won! Congratulations Joe!
Joe took home the 1st place prize in the Solo/Duo Category. Hailing from the Columbus Blues Alliance, he amazes & entertains with his dynamic multi-instrument solo performance.
Thank you to The Blues Foundation for their continued support of our efforts to document blues music, it's musicians & community. Thank you to Dawn Hopkins for the house mix, Joe Whitmer for his unwavering support of our work & to Kimberly Horton for her understanding of our passion for blues music.
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Audio Production by Audrey Michelle & Jesse Finkelstein for Blues Radio International. Audience recording by Audrey Michelle for BRI. 2024
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Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey as we dive deep into the heart and soul of the blues! In this special edition of Blues Radio International's Memphis Sessions, we are thrilled to bring you an exclusive musical interview with none other than the 2022 Blues Music Award nominee for Best Acoustic Guitarist and Grammy Award-nominated acoustic virtuoso, Catfish Keith!
Join your hosts Jesse Finkelstein and Audrey Michelle as we sit down with the one and only Catfish Keith to explore his incredible musical journey, influences, and his unique approach to the blues. With roots that run deep in the rich soil of American blues, Catfish Keith has crafted a distinctive style that's both authentic and innovative.
Prepare to be spellbound by Catfish Keith's masterful guitar work, storytelling, and profound insights into the world of blues music. From Delta blues to Piedmont fingerpicking, he's a true connoisseur of acoustic blues, and this session promises to be a captivating showcase of his talents.
This is a must-listen for all blues aficionados and music lovers alike. Catfish Keith's performances are nothing short of mesmerizing, and his stories will transport you to the heart of the blues tradition.
Don't miss out on this exceptional episode of Memphis Sessions with Catfish Keith, exclusively on Blues Radio International. Hit that subscribe button, turn on your notifications, and be ready to experience the blues in its purest, most authentic form.
Thank you to The Blues Foundation for supporting us in our mission to bring blues music, it's musicians & culture to the people who need it most.
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Kimberly Horton The Blues Foundation President & CEO on The Blues Radio International Podcast 2023 Blues Music Awards Memphis Session with your hosts, Jesse Finkelstein & Audrey Michelle
Let us give Kimberly a big round of congratulations for her acceptance of this prestigious position. She will carry us forward into a new, dynamic reality for blues music & it's community. We cannot wait to see what you do next! Congratulations Kim!
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Part II - Blues Music Performance - In this part 2 of 2 Luther treats us to some deep blues including his original tune, "Hard Times."
Blues Music legend, Luther Guitar Junior Johnson (1939-2022) in a special in-home musical interview. You will hear some blues music, some jokes & lots of jovial laughter (which were always in abundance when Luther was in the house.)
In January 2020, we were blessed to spend some time with Luther, who was always a gracious & honored guest at the home of BRI's Audrey Michelle & Michael Wolf.
Luther Johnson, who hails from Itta Bena Mississippi (also the birthplace of B.B. King.) A West Side Chicago guitarist, had a storied career, including a stint with The Muddy Waters Band. He had 21 albums, appeared in countless music videos, made hundreds of recordings & appeared with John Lee Hooker, Big Walter Horton, Pinetop Perkins, Calvin Jones & Willie 'Big Eyes' Smith in the original 1980 Blues Brothers Movie.
His passing on Christmas Day 2022 was a deep loss for us & the blues community. His life & legacy are treasures & his presence on this Earth was a gift to all. He leaves behind his memory & music which will be cherished forever.
We give our love & sincere thanks to the late Michael Shivvers of The Blues Roots Digital Archive, our dear friend, & fellow blues music documentarian who passed suddenly in 2020. Mike & Luther traveled The United States together by car with their gear in tow from gig to gig promoting, 'Won’t Be Back No More,’ Luthers new acoustic album. Luther & Michael had recorded this final album together, at Luther’s home in Wildwood, Florida. They both stayed with Audrey & Michael on this trip & it was an honor to host these two incredible, talented humans. @MichaelShivvers_BluesArchive
You may notice that Luther is playing an electric custom guitar by Delaney Guitars. This guitar was originally designed for & owned by, blues man, Mike Zito. It is an honor to have Luther play & to have signed this one of a kind instrument made by Mr. Michael Delaney in Texas, USA. @ValDelaneyGuitars @MikeZitoOfficial
Your Host: Jesse Finkelstein
Audio mix-down & video production by Audrey Michelle for BRI
Videography & audio recording by Audrey Michelle & Michael Wolf @audreymichelle6436 & @datflys
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Part I - Talk Interview - The Life & Musical Career of Blues Music legend, Luther Guitar Junior Johnson (1939-2022) In January 2020, we were blessed to spend some time with Luther, who was always a gracious & honored guest at the home of BRI's Audrey Michelle & Michael Wolf.
In this part 1 of 2 Luther tells us about his life, starting from the beginning in Mississippi. At the age of 13 he received his first guitar from his parents who were fans of Muddy Waters, not knowing that later in his life he would go on to play guitar in the Muddy Waters Band. He learned how to play guitar from his uncle, who he paid 15 cents for lessons. Making his way to Chicago in the 1950's where he played in pop up basement juke joints with players like, Robert Nighthawk, Howlin' Wolf, Lil' Walter, Elmore James & many others. (You can only imagine what that scene was like!) The story goes on from there so, you will just have to listen to hear the rest of Luther's incredible life story. You will hear jokes & lots of playful laughter which was always in abundance when you were in Luther's company.
Luther "Guitar Jr." Johnson, who hails from Itta Bena Mississippi (also the birthplace of B.B. King) A West Side Chicago guitarist, had a storied career, including a stint with The Muddy Waters Band. He had 21 albums, was in countless music videos, made hundreds of recordings & appeared with John Lee Hooker, Big Walter Horton, Pinetop Perkins, Calvin Jones & Willie 'Big Eyes' Smith in the original 1980 Blues Brothers Movie. @thebluesbrothers7474
In part 2 of this interview, the musical portion, you may notice that Luther is playing an electric custom guitar by Delaney Guitars. This guitar was originally designed for & owned by, blues man, Mike Zito. It is an honor to have Luther play & to have signed this one of a kind instrument made by Mr. Michael Delaney in Texas, USA. @ValDelaneyGuitars
We give our love & sincere thanks to the late Michael Shivvers of The Blues Roots Digital Archive, our dear friend, & fellow blues music documentarian who passed suddenly in 2020. Mike & Luther traveled The United States together by car with their gear in tow from gig to gig promoting, 'Won’t Be Back No More,’ Luthers newest & final album. An acoustic recording with with a whopping 17 tracks & 8 new original tunes. Luther & Michael recorded the album, at Luther’s home in Wildwood, Florida. They both stayed with Audrey & Michael on this trip, it was an honor to host these two incredible, talented humans. @MichaelShivvers_BluesArchive
Your Host: Jesse Finkelstein
Audio mix-down & video production by Audrey Michelle for BRI
Videography & audio recording by Audrey Michelle & Michael Wolf @datflys & @audreymichelle6436
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The Danielle Nicole Band performs live in South Florida from The Funky Biscuit in 12/09/2022 on Edition #576 of Blues Radio International, with music from Taj Mahal, Hound Dog Taylor & Charlie Patton.
Sound by Jeff Kissinger and Michael Wolf of Datflys Concert Videos.
Graphics by Audrey Michelle
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An All Star Jam finale to The Blues Foundations 2022 International Blues Challenge.
Host - Joe Whitmer
Tony Braunagel - Drums
Jimmy Carpenter - Sax
Terrence "Sweet T" Grayson - Bass
Jim Pugh - Keys/Organ
Jose Ramirez - Guitar/Vocals
Jonn Del Toro Richardson - Guitar/Vocal
Ben Rice - Guitar
Kat Riggins - Vocal
Gabe Stillman - Guitar/Vocal
Dawn Tyler Watson - Vocals
Thank you to The Blues Foundation for their continued support of our efforts in preserving & documenting blues music, blues artists & the blues community.
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David Crosby on Blues Radio International in a BRI Archives Edition from 5 12 2013 interview where David sits down with Jesse Finkelstein for an, "uplifting experience" in Boca Raton, FL.
We love & remember David Crosby for his many endearing charms & qualities. He will forever remain dear to our hearts.
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On this special radio edition of the BRI Podcast you'll enjoy, Larkin Poe performing on the BRI SoundStage at the 2018 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on Edition 563 of Blues Radio International, with music from Mississippi John Hurt, Dave Keyes with Bernard Purdie, and Earl King.
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Dave Keyes, 2022 Blues Music Award Nominee for Instrumentalist Piano joined BRI in this exclusive session during the Blues Music Awards in Memphis.
Dave delivers love, humor & wisdom through his music. Dave sat down at the keyboard, and played four of his original songs, including those he played hours later to a full house at The Blues Foundation's Blues Music Award ceremony.
The songs are:
1) Shake, Shake, Shake - recorded with Bernard Purdie
2) That's What The Blues Are For - recorded with Mike T. Lewis
3) Faith, Grace, Love & Forgiveness
4) 7 O'Clock Somewhere
5) Custom Station ID
You can find out more about Dave Keyes on his website: www.davekeyes.com
Thank you to The Blues Foundation for your continued support in our efforts to preserve blues music & document its musicians & community. We are forever grateful. @TheBluesFoundation
This video is made possible by the support of The Blues Foundation. If you enjoy the content you're watching, please consider a donation at: www.blues.org
Hosts Jesse Finkelstein & Audrey Michelle of BRI
Sound Recording by Jack Gauthier of Lakewest Recording
Podcast Production & Audio Mix by Audrey Michelle of BRI
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Jack Sullivan of Blues Music Magazine sits down with Jesse Finkelstein & Audrey Michelle of Blues Radio International. A quarterly blues music publication, is coming up on its 10th year on the presses. You will hear how the publication started, what Jack & his colleagues are doing in the present to spread the good word of blues music, how blues continues to conceptually change & adapt to modern music tastes & what the magazine is doing to expand it's reach to younger audiences.
Jack is a treasure trove of blues music history. Having first discovered the blues while living in New York as a young man. At the age of 16, a friend turned him on to BB King. The concert held at the Avery Fisher Hall changed his idea of what direction his life would go, he became a blues man. "You know, if he can make something of his life, I can too." -Jack Sullivan
Recorded in Memphis, TN, USA during the 2022 Blues Music Awards
Thank you to The Blues Foundation for your continued support of our efforts to preserve & document the blues music genre.
Hosts: Jesse Finkelstein & Audrey Michelle
Videography: Michael Wolf of Datflys Concert Videos
Audio Recording: Jack Gauthier of Lakewest Recording
Video Production, graphics, audio mixdown: Audrey Michelle
On Site Administrator: Beth Rudolph
Annika Chambers & Igor Prado in this musical interview jam packed with soulful contemporary blues music. Annika Chambers DesLauriers is a multiple Blues Music Award Winner & Igor Prado has performed & written music with/for some of the brightest stars in contemporary blues music today.
Annika & Igor talk about taking control of your destiny, following your dreams & how they co-wrote contemporary blues music with a modern sound. Hear how they do it on this episode of the Blues Radio International Podcast.
Pulled from the BRI Archives, this session has never been released in its entirety. Now, hear the complete interview with beautiful music by Annika Chambers, Igor Prado, a rendition of "Love Me Like A Man" by Bonnie Raitt & an EPIC 4m 30s original, custom, improv, BRI station ID.
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Recorded in Studio C of Blues Radio International 10/15/17
Host: Jesse Finkelstein
Podcast Engineering & Production by Co-Host Audrey Michelle
Sound by Jack Gauthier of Lakewest Recording
Cover Photo by Jay Skolnick
Gabe Stillman performs live at the 2022 Blues Music Awards in Memphis on Radio Edition #545 of Blues Radio International, with music from Junior Wells, Ronnie Earl and Janiva Magness.
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Michael Burks performs live at the 2009 Blues Music Awards in Memphis, with music from Ruth Brown, Delbert McClinton, Kenny Neal, Bob Margolin & Bob Corritore & Big Jack Johnson with Kim Wilson: on Edition 540 of Blues Radio International.
Broadcast production by Jesse Finkelstein
Podcast engineering by Audrey Michelle
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Edition 539 of Blues Radio International, Chris Duarte performs live in South Florida, with music from John Mayall, Alberta Hunter & Robert Nighthawk.
Photography by Jay Skolnick of J Skolnick Photography
The Blues Foundations 37th International Blues Challenge: where blues acts from across the globe descend onto Beale St in Memphis for the chance to compete in the Finals at the historic Orpheum Theatre
Thank you to the Blues Foundation for providing the audio for this podcast. Visit blues.org today to become a member & show your support.
This years Jammers are:
Kat Riggins
Dawn Taylor Watson
Jim Pugh
Ben Rice
Jonn Del Toro Richardson
Tony Braunagel
Gabe Stillman
Terrence 'Sweet T' Grayson
Jose Ramirez
Jimmy Carpenter
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WEEKLY BLUES MUSIC RADIO BROADCASTPLAYLIST EDITION # 538 for 5/22/2022
Lil Ed & The Blues Imperials live from the 2009 Blues Music Awards
Also featuring, Albert Collins, Bonnie Raitt, Eddie Taylor & Horojo Trio on Edition 538 of
Blues Radio International.
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Diunna Greenleaf & Derrick Procell featuring "Steady Rollin" Bob Margolin on Blues Radio International 2019 BMA Memphis Sessions.
Koko Taylor Blues Music Award Winner Diunna Greenleaf and Derrick Procell, with a premiere of “I Will Be Your Leather,” written by Terry Abrahamson and Derrick.
Special surprise guest, "Steady Rollin" Bob Margolin sits in for a rendition of his song, "Lonely Man Blues" & a special birthday tribute from Diunna.
Podcast engineering by: Audrey Michelle
Music Audio engineering by: Jack Gauthier of Lakewest Recording
Photography by: Jay Skolnick of J Skolnick Photography
Up now on the Blues Radio International Podcast we bring you The Welch Ledbetter Connection from the BRI soundstage during the 2017 Blues Music Awards in Memphis. This one of a kind pair, "Monster" Mike Welch & Michael Ledbetter share their original blues music compositions & stories of how they came to be The Welch Ledbetter Connection.
This podcast is in loving memory of Michael Ledbetter (April 27, 1985 – January 21, 2019) who left this world suddenly in 2019. His loss is still felt throughout the blues music community. The music Mike & Mike created together will carry on forever through Monster Mike Welch , The Ledbetter Family & performances like this one.
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Wee Willie Walker & Anthony Paule deliver some soulful blues music at the 2018 Blues Music Awards at the Blues Radio International recording space in Memphis.
Find video of this session on our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4A6S9_LpHrk
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Sound by Jack Gauthier of Lakewest Recording
Photo by Jay Skolnick of J Skolnick Photography
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Walter & Marie Trout with us at Robbie Kreiger’s (guitarist, The Doors) Horse Latitudes Recording Studio in Los Angeles. Walter takes a break finishing his Blues Music Award nominated album, “Survivor Blues" to discuss the muses behind the art (January, 2020.)
You will hear tips on keeping the faith when faced with seemingly impossible odds & how Marie takes care of her own mental wellness so she can cope when dealing with adversity. An accomplished business woman, author & Walters business manager, she is a treasure trove of wisdom & experience.
Marie & Walter are one of the blues worlds most powerful couples. Together, along with their 3 sons, Dylan, Jon & Michael, the Trout family runs deep with talent. At Blues Radio International, we are proud to say you can find interviews with each of them on our youtube channel: www.youtube.com/bluesradiointernational
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Come down to Memphis during the 2018 Blues Music Awards with Blues Radio International for this uplifting musical interview hosted by 2019 Keeping The Blues Alive Award Recipient, Jesse Finkelstein with blues music great, Keb Mo.
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On Location Audio Engineering & music studio mixes by Jack Gauthier of Lakewest Recording Studio (2018.)
Podcast engineering & mastering by: Audrey Michelle of True Definition Media (2022)
All performances, logos, trademarks & host likenesses are protected by copyright of Blues Radio International & are used strictly for the purposes of bringing joy & uplifting anyone with the healing power of the blues music genre, by BRI, exclusively.
Heidi Holton performs a blues music originals & classics , from our exclusive session on the Viral Anti Viral World Tour. Classic blues music works are beautifully preserved in these renditions arranged by the talented Heidi Holton. This time, we go to Murphy, North Carolina where we meet up with our dear friend for some beautiful music.
We must thank Nathan Baerreis of NB Photography in Murphy, North Carolina, USA for his stunning on site camera work & audio recording. Thank you for helping us document this time, your work is beautiful, breathtaking.
Video Production by: Audrey Michelle of Blues Radio International, Heidi Holton & Nathan Baerreis.
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Winner of the 2020 International Blues Challenge Lee Oskar Harmonica Award & 2nd Place Winner in the Solo/Duo Category!
Join Jesse & Audrey as we sit down for some blues, folk, rebetico, swing & ragtime music fun with our friend, Felix Slim. We had such a great time with Felix Slim, we are sure you will enjoy this!
Don't forget to pick up his latest blues music release, "Overseas Blues."
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Now it's time to go down under for Australian Blues Music Duo, The McnaMarr Project, John McNamara & Andrea Marr.
It's certainly a g'day when serenaded by soulful blues delivered by multiple award winning John & Andrea. When the down under & the deep south collide, you get The McNaMarr Project.
You are likely to run into John & Andrea at such events as The International Blues Challenge held in Memphis each year. Make sure you say hi & you saw em here!
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Maria Muldaur BRI Podcast: Discovering Authentic Blues & Americana In The South & Learning From (& Living With) Doc Watson.
Still an active member of the blues music & folk music communities, Maria tells us the story of pre-internet times when if you wanted to find someone, you went & sought them out, in person. That is exactly what she did when she hopped a bus down into the American South with hopes of cold calling Doc Watson in search of a musical education.
Jesse Finkelstein is your host. @BluesRadioJesse
Podcast engineering by Audrey Michelle @bluesradioaudrey
Photography by Jay Skolnick, Photographer of record for BRI
In April 2015 Multiple Blues Music Award Winner Samantha Fish joined Blues Radio International in BRI Studio B.
Friends with the blues. Music. Talk. News. Keeping the Blues Alive.
More Samantha Fish music content, start here with her acoustic performance from this session of, "Dead Flowers."
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Grammy Award winner Dom Flemons joined us during the 2019 Blues Music Awards in our Memphis recording space for this exclusive interview & performance.
Dom is both a musician & historian. His acclaimed album, "Black Cowboys" brings to life the music & history of these forgotten creators of American Culture.
Your Host: Jesse Finkelstein
Sound by Jack Gauthier of Lakewest Recording
Podcast Production & Engineering by Audrey Michelle/True Definition Media
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An extraordinary story that everyone should see: Walter Trout, despite critical acclaim for his work as the lead guitarist for John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, was on a self destructive path-- until an encounter with Carlos Santana saved his life. But it didn't stop there.
Walter saw his friend, the talented Blues guitarist Mike Zito, falling victim to the same substance abuse. It was Walter's turn to save a life. And Mike continues to work to help others confront addiction.
This is a story of great personal strength. But more importantly, it beautifully illustrates that by saving one life, one truly can save the world.
Recorded in Blues Radio International Studio C, 2017.
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Steady Rollin' Bob Margolin, legendary blues music guitarist, educator, multiple award winning artist, musician and very dear friend to us here at Blues Radio International. There is no doubt when you hear the name Bob Margolin you think of blues music, Muddy Waters & the band that Bob spent the better part of a decade playing guitar for. However, Bob is also a music educator who has introduced blues music to many youths & young adults through the Pinetop Perkins Foundation. The Foundation provides educational workshops for youths by top blues musicians from all around the world. There is a new mission, The Pinetop Assistance League which helps elder musicians in their twilight years.
Joined by Jesse Finkelstein & Audrey Michelle Bob talks about his friendship with legendary blues man, Pinetop Perkins & how he is carrying his wishes forward through his work with PPF & PPE.
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Jesse Colin Young with Jesse Finkelstein sitting down in BRI Studio C for this exclusive session on Blues Radio International.
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2019 Keeping The Blues Alive Award Recipient
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Jesse Finkelstein sits down with blues legend, John Mayall during the 2016 Blues Music Awards in Memphis for this exclusive interview on Blues Radio International.
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Here is Roosevelt Collier in this special interview with Jesse Finkelstein discussing the history of sacred steel, playing music in church and at home with family members & how he ended up playing sacred steel when it wasn't even his first choice. He also plays for us four solo instrumentals in this edition of the Blues Radio International Podcast.
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Going now to Hudson Valley, NY to visit with the one, the only Ted Horowitz AKA Popa Chubby!!! You are going to get a nice helping of music, truth and love in this very special session. Ted not only shares his beautiful music with all of us but, he also shares some history, funny stories & opens up about what it is like to be an artist in these very unusual times.
We love you Ted, thank you for sharing you love and light with us!
Please consider supporting all of your beloved musicians in these most uncertain times.
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We whisk you away to Amsterdam to meet with British Blues Hall of Fame Inductee, Ian Siegal for a nice rich helping of the blues on the next episode of our Viral Anti Viral World Tour.
Ian Siegal shows off some of his antique blues instruments & some of his newer customized guitars. We talk about what brought him into the blues & how he developed his way of interpreting the blues & translating his style to the world.
Thank you Ian for bringing your uplifting music to the world!!!
Please check out: Ian Siegal here on Facebook & please support this artist by purchasing his music & merchandise.
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Michael Freeman, Grammy Award Winning Producer and Chairman of the Blues Foundation, joins Jesse and Audrey to discuss Blues music and the important work of the The Blues Foundation. We learn of Michael’s journey from England to the heart of Chicago Blues, and a career spanning over 200 releases so far-- and discuss how the music industry will evolve. Michael also brings us up to date on how the Foundation is helping musicians during the COVID pandemic, and about the important decisions to be made for the International Blues Challenge and the Blues Music Awards.
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We went to the home studio of Danielle Nicole & Brandon Miller for a very uplifting stop on the Viral Anti Viral Word Tour in Kansas City, MO. Danielle & Brandon always make beautiful music together and this time we get to talk about the status of touring, finding new meaning in music, finding inspiration & appreciating each other. A big thank you to Danielle & Brandon who generously set up many cameras to make this session extra special. We can't thank you enough for sharing with the world.
To catch up with Danielle and Brandon check out:
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Tonight we bring you some beautiful blues piano from New Orleans with our friend, Keiko Komaki. We talk about her recent musical projects & discuss what it has been like for her being home now more than ever. Keiko explains what her musical journey has been like & talks about the incredible friends she has made along the way.
Thank you Keiko for taking the time to talk with us and share your beautiful music. We are looking forward to seeing you again in person, sooner than later.
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Today on Blues Radio International with Jesse Finkelstein & Audrey Michelle, we take you to Los Angeles, California for some uplifting tunes from Alastair Greenes new release, A New World Blues from Whiskey Bayou Records. The record features Tab Benoit drums & Corey Duplechin on bass but, today you will enjoy the beautiful acoustic takes on "Living Today" & "Bayou Mile." We even get Alastair to serenade us on his beautiful National Guitar with "Walking in Circles."
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