John Hammond Jr, american blues figure, dies at 83
The blues world has just lost one of its most consistent representatives. John Hammond Jr (November 13, 1942 – February…
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Portrait show: Chris Rea (1951–2025)
A guitarist with an instantly recognizable slide style, a songwriter behind tracks that became radio staples, and the craftsman of…
Zach Ernst in interview « Antone’s is a story we keep writing »
Founded in Austin in the mid-1970s by Clifford Antone, Antone’s established itself as a landmark of modern blues, a place…
A highly anticipated new album for Robben Ford
Figurehead of modern blues, Robben Ford returns with Two Shades Of Blue, a new album set for release on March…
Remembering Don Bryant (1942–2025)
Don Bryant, a major Memphis soul singer and songwriter, longtime husband and collaborator of Ann Peebles, passed away at the…
Starman: when ziggy eclipsed bowie
With Starman, published by Casterman a few weeks ago, Reinhard Kleist takes on a monumental subject: the transformation that turned…
Paul Personne and “A L’Ouest”
A major figure of French blues rock since the late 60s, known for his guitar tone and gravelly voice, Paul…
Chris Rea on the road to paradise (1951–2025)
The British singer, songwriter and guitarist Chris Rea passed away this Monday, December 22, at the age of 74. Over…
Eric Bibb in interview: “Understanding our past is how we build the future”
For Eric Bibb, music is not just an art form, it is a mission: passing on a heritage, telling the…
Tribute to Steve Cropper (1941–2025): a shadow fades
A key figure of Memphis soul and an architect of the Stax sound, Steve Cropper passed away at the age…
A look back at three memorable evenings at the Lucerne Blues Festival
On the shores of Lake Lucerne, the Lucerne Blues Festival 2025 once again brought together some of the finest acts…
Eric Bibb reinvents himself (again) with One Mississippi
Blues Actu listened to Eric Bibb’s new album, set for release in January 2026, just for you. Don’t wait to…