Blues Disciples

October 10, 2022 Episode 196 Show 196 – Recorded 10-8-22 – With this podcast we feature 11 outstanding blues artists with 11 great blues performances to enjoy. These unique performances were released from 1948 – 2011. Our featured artists are: Michael Bloomfield, Albert Collins, John Lee Hooker, Etta James and BB King, Marquise Knox, Bonnie Raitt, Mississippi Fred McDowell and Johnny Woods, Albert...

October 2, 2022 Episode 195 Show 195 – Recorded 10-1-22 – With this podcast we feature an interview and discussion from our friend and ethnomusicologist Dr David Evans who introduces 12 outstanding blues artists who knew and learned from early blues legend, Mr Tommy Johnson. We play 16 great blues performances by these artists influenced by Mr Johnson. These unique performances were field recorded...

September 29, 2022 Dr Downhome’s Blues Podcast #13 Dr Downhome’s Blues Podcast # 13 – Piano Front and Center – Recorded 9-25-22 This podcast features ten recordings of blues songs. For these excellent recordings, our featured artists are: Little Brother Montgomery, Will Ezell, Professor Longhair, Joe Dobbins, Otis Spann and Robert Junior Lockwood, Albert Ammons, Raymond Barrow, Kid Stormy Weather,...

September 26, 2022 Episode 194 Show 194 – Recorded 9-24-22 – With this podcast we feature 11 outstanding blues artists with 11 great blues performances to enjoy.  These unique performances were released from 1928 – 2021. Our featured artists are: Muddy Waters, Big Bill Broonzy, Koko Taylor, Mud Morganfield, Skip James, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Mr Sipp, Mrs Mary Lee and Independence Baptist Church of...

September 19, 2022 Episode 193 Show 193 – Recorded 9-17-22 – With this podcast we interview Document Records owner Mr Gary Atkinson who tells us the story of his composing a tune in memory of his grandfather who was killed in WW2. We will hear Gary’s composition and some of the early blues artists who influenced Gary’s passion and talent. In addition to Gary’s music, we feature the music of early...

September 10, 2022 Episode 192 Show 192 – Recorded 9-10-22 – Again, Dr David Evans joins us on this podcast as we focus for the second time on early major Blues Legend, Mr Charley Patton. Dr Evans helps us understand more about Mr Patton and the influence he had on the music we hear today whether rock, rap or blues. Dr Evans takes us through another 14 of Mr Charley Patton’s recordings from 1929 t...

September 6, 2022 Episode 191 Show 191 – Recorded 9-3-22 – With this podcast we are fortunate to share excerpts from our recent interview with the strong and soulful Blues Lady, Ms Gaye Adegbalola. We learn about Ms Adegbalola’s creativity, activism and character while featuring 9 of her excellent blues performances. Many thanks to this trailblazing artist and activist. Blues Disciples: 191 by Wit...

August 29, 2022 Episode 190 Show 190 – Recorded 8-27-22 – With this podcast we feature 12 outstanding blues artists with 12 great blues performances to enjoy. These unique performances were released from 1956 – 2022. Our featured artists are: Taj Mahal & Ry Cooder, John Lee Zeigler, Buddy Guy, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Blind Willie McTell, Muddy Waters, John Dee Holman, Little Walter, Rory Block,...

August 25, 2022 Dr Downhome’s Blues Podcast #12 Dr Downhome’s Blues Podcast # 12 – Assorted Gems From Hither and Yon – Recorded 8-25-22 This podcast features eleven recordings of blues songs. For these excellent recordings, our featured artists are: Homesick James, Snooky Pryor, Tommy Johnson, Boogie Bill Webb, Junior Parker, Jimmy Rogers, John Lee Hooker, John Cephas & Phil Wiggins, Blind Jam...

August 22, 2022 Episode 189 Show 189 – Recorded 8-20-22 – We are fortunate to have Dr David Evans join us on this podcast as we focus on early major Blues Legend, Mr Charley Patton. Dr Evans helps us understand more about Mr Patton and the influence he had on the music we hear today whether rock, rap or blues. Dr Evans takes us through 14 of Mr Charley Patton’s recordings from 1929 to 1934. Please...

August 7, 2022 Episode 187 Show 187 – Recorded 8-6-22 – With this podcast we welcome our friend, Chicago Blues Harp Ace, Mr Bob Corritore who introduces his latest CD You Shocked Me which features Mr Corritore and 11 featured blues and soul artists accompanied by 25 other great musicians on 11 blues performances to enjoy. In addition to Mr Bob Corritore and our friend Blues Guitar great, Mr Bob Ma...

August 15, 2022 Episode 188 Show 188 – Recorded 8-13-22 – With this podcast we feature 13 outstanding blues artists with 13 great blues performances to enjoy. These unique performances were released from 1928 – 2018. Our featured artists are: Ike and Tina Turner, Forrest City Joe, JB Lenoir, David Allan Coe, The Staple Singers, Sue Foley and Billy Gibbons, Taj Mahal, Muddy Waters, Jimmy Reed, The...

August 1, 2022 Episode 186 Show 186 – Recorded 7-30-22 – With this podcast we feature 13 outstanding blues artists with 13 great blues performances to enjoy. These unique performances were released from 1935 – 2019. Our featured artists are: Robert Wilkins, Hubert Sumlin, Robert Pete Williams, Jessie Mae Hemphill, RL Burnside, Robert Belfour, Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band, Paul Oscher, James Son...

July 17, 2022 Episode 184 Show 184 – Recorded 7-16-22 – With this podcast we feature 12 outstanding blues artists with 12 great blues performances to enjoy. These unique performances were released from 1935 – 2015. Our featured artists are: Otis Spann, The Allman Brothers Band, Sleepy John Estes, Memphis Minnie, Elmore James, James Booker, Maria Muldaur, Bob Lanza, Bukka White, Memphis Willie B, J...

July 24, 2022 Episode 185 Show 185 – Recorded 7-23-22 – With this podcast we feature 14 outstanding blues artists with 14 great blues performances to enjoy. These unique performances were released from 1933 – 1972. Our featured artists are: Precious Bryant, John Lee Hooker, Jesse Mae Hemphill, Jimmy Reed, Joe Callicott, Big Mama Thornton, Willie Mabon, Mahalia Jackson, Lightnin’ Washington and Fel...

July 10, 2022 Episode 183 Show 183 – Recorded 7-9-22 – With this podcast we feature 12 outstanding blues artists with 12 great blues performances to enjoy. These unique performances were released from 1936 – 2017. Our featured artists are: Mr Booker T Laury, Mr Albert King, Ms Koko Taylor, Mr Robert Johnson, Mr Johnny Shines, Mr Marquise Knox, Mr Paul Oscher, Ms Thornetta Davis, Mr Howlin’ Wolf, M...

July 4, 2022 Episode 182 Show 182 – Recorded 7-2-22 – With this podcast we feature 14 outstanding blues artists with 14 great blues performances to enjoy. These unique performances were released from 1948 – 2022. Our featured artists are: Mr Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Ms Etta James, Mr Jimmy Reed, Mr Buddy Guy, Mr Bobby Rush, Ms Big Mama Thornton, Mr John Lee Hooker, Mr Junior Wells, Mr Marquise...

Jume 20, 2022 Episode 181 Show 181 – Recorded 6-19-22 – This podcast features the great blues artists performing at our upcoming June 25 LIVE Chicago Blues in Maplewood concert in Maplewood, NJ. Click on the link to view the artists and playlist.  6-19-21-stats Blues Disciples: 181 by Mr Bob Margolin, Ms Diunna Greenleaf, Dr David Evans, Mr Bob Corritore and Mr Mud Morganfield https://media.blubrr...

May 31, 2022 Episode 179 Show 179 – Recorded 5-28-22 – Get your tickets for our Upcoming June 25 LIVE Chicago Blues in Maplewood concert in Maplewood, NJ. at www. BluesDisciples.org. On this podcast we feature one of the great artists that will be joining us on June 25th, Ms Diunna Greenleaf . In addition, we feature one of the best Live Chicago Blues albums ever made. “ Beware of the Dog” was rec...

Jume 13, 2022 Episode 180 Show 180 – Recorded 6-11-22 – This podcast features the great blues artists performing at our upcoming June 25 LIVE Chicago Blues in Maplewood concert in Maplewood, NJ. Here our 5 outstanding Blues Artists Mr Bob Margolin, Ms Diunna Greenleaf, Dr David Evans, Mr Bob Corritore and Mr Mud Morganfield entertain us with 8 great blues performances. Folks, please join us for ou...

May 22, 2022 Episode 178 Show 178 – Recorded 5-21-22 – With this podcast we focus on the incredible life and music of blind gospel legend Mr Blind Willie Johnson through an interview with our friend and noted ethnomusicologist, producer, coach and blues artist, Dr David Evans. Dr Evans shares his extensive knowledge and insights into Mr Blind Willie Johnson’s life, music and perspective on issues...

May 16, 2022 Episode 177 Show 177 – Recorded 5-14-22 – With this podcast we interview blues harp legend Bob Corritore to learn more about and hear a few selections from Bob’s unique instrumental album Taboo. In addition, Bob speaks about his friend Guitar Shorty who passed away recently. We then feature a song from Guitar Shorty that has particular meaning in today’s crazy world. Tickets are on sa...

May 10, 2022 Dr Downhome’s Blues Podcast #10 Cream of Post-War Chicago Blues – Recorded 5-9-22 This podcast features thirteen recordings of post WW2 blues songs. For these excellent recordings, our featured artists are: Jimmy Rogers, Howlin Wolf, Muddy Waters, Sonny Boy Williamson 2, Otis Rush, Baby Face Leroy Foster, Junior Wells, Elmore James, Floyd Jones and Little Junior Parker . We certainly...

April 30, 2022 Episode 176 Show 176 – Recorded 4-30-22 – Tickets are now on sale for our Upcoming June 25 LIVE Chicago Blues in Maplewood concert in Maplewood, NJ. On this podcast we feature these 10 outstanding Chicago Blues Artists who helped create and define that Chicago Blues Sound: Mr Smiley Lewis, Ms Etta James, Mr Homesick James, Mr Junior Wells, Mr Muddy Waters, Ms Mary Lane, Mr Howlin Wo...

April 24, 2022 Episode 175 Show 175 – Recorded 4-23-22 – We announce Tickets are on sale for our Upcoming June 25 LIVE Chicago Blues in Maplewood Concert in Maplewood, NJ. On this podcast we feature these 12 outstanding blues artists: Otis Redding, Otis Spann, Bob Corritore and Robert Bilbo Walker, Bob Margolin and Clay Swafford, Diunna Greenleaf, Champion Jack Dupree, Chris Thomas King, David Eva...