Etta James 1938 – 2012
Apparently this time the reports are correct. Etta James has succumbed to her many ailments and passed away. One of the worlds greatest soul singers, she will always be known for her hit “At Last”, one of the greatest recordings of all time. No one has equalled it.
Blues Clips Episode #3
A discovery, a documentary, and theatrical release. Another edition of P.W. Fenton’s show featuring some of the best in the Blues.
C.W. Stoneking’s Jungle Blues
Clint Eastwood’s Piano Blues
Schultze Gets The Blues
Mahalia Jackson & Nat King Cole
An amazing piece of footage. One of the roots.
Count Basie – Basie Boogie
Basie was not only a great band leader… but the man had chops. Here he is in 1951 with Buddy Defranco, Wardell Gray, Clark Terry, Freddie Green, Jimmy Lewis and Gus Johnson.
T-Bone Walker – “Don’t Throw Your Love On Me So Strong” – Live 1962
This video is wonderful, but very frustrating for guitarists that would like to see what he’s doing.
This performance can be found on the DVD “American Folk Blues Festival vol 2”
Blues Clips #2
Another edition of P.W. Fenton’s show featuring the best in Blues video. This time we feature Byther Smith, Carey & Lurrie Bell, and the immortal B.B. King.
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Byther Smith – Blues On The Moon
Carey & Lurrie Bell – Gettin’ Up Live
B.B. King – Blues Master
