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Magic Sam: Remembering Blues Hall of Famer

On Sunday February 14th 2016, Magic Sam would have been 79 years old… The following article was originally written in 2008, and is my memory of this amazing blues legend.

FLASHBACK TO THE LATE SIXTIES

As far back as I can remember, I’ve had a … Read the rest

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Two Days in Memphis: Part 2 of 2

In Part 1

of our adventure, I mentioned how my wife Dee and I spent this past Christmas in the Mississippi Delta. On the way home we hung out in Memphis for a few days. First we made stops at the oldest café in Read the rest

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Two Days in Memphis: Part 1 of 2

To preserve blues heritage, celebrate blues recording and performance, expand worldwide awareness of the blues and ensure the future of the uniquely American art form ~ Blues Foundation Mission Statement

This past Christmas my wife Dee and I spent some time in the Mississippi Delta. … Read the rest