American Songwriter

3 Gut-Wrenching Blues Songs From the 1960s That Became Standards

The history of blues music is drenched in melancholy. So it’s no surprise when some of the most gut-wrenching blues tunes ...

John P. Hammond, Pioneer in 1960s Blues Renaissance, Dies at 83

With his acclaimed interpretations of Delta Blues standards, he was a fixture on the Greenwich Village music scene for ...
American Songwriter

3 Guitar Riffs That Built Blues Rock Between 1967 and 1971

These famous guitar riffs built up blues rock as a genre during its formative years, and they still inspire guitarists today.
Dallas Observer

Remembering The Moody Blues’ Graeme Edge in 10 Songs

Of all the bands in the 1960s that cracked open the colors of new musical possibilities, few are as underappreciated as The Moody Blues. The Moodies are widely beloved but taken for granted. They’ve ...
WUFT

In 1960s Gainesville, interracial blues bands helped bridge the gap in the city's music scene

Charles Steadham is no stranger to blues music. He has been playing the blues for years, performing in venues across the South. Not once was he afraid to play onstage in front of a crowd or even to ...
Gigwise

11 Must Hear Songs from the 1960s

The 1960s was a golden era for music, bringing us some of the most unforgettable songs of all time. This decade saw the rise of rock, pop, soul, and folk music, with artists experimenting with new ...