R.I.P. ABE LOCKE
Abb Locke was born Aug. 25th, 1934, in Cotton Plant, Arkansas, to Abb Locke Sr. and Rubi Locke. Locke’s father and his three sons owned and work their own fields, which were, according to Abb, “right across the field from Peetie Wheatstraw’s place.” It also was near Louis Jordan’s hometown, which was 12 miles away in […]
Holy Moly & The Crackers Take A Bite
Album Review for Holy Moly & The Crackers new album, Take A Bite, which is out on Pink Lane Records. Having achieved massive success on the folk-roots circuit, including major festivals across Europe, this versatile sextet has released its third album which many blues fans will find appealing and refreshing. Indeed, these talented, innovative Newcastle-based […]
Cafe Rene Rhythm & Blues Festival 2019
Café Rene, in Gloucester, is celebrating its 17th annual Rhythm and Blues Festival offering an acclaimed musical line-up featuring 20 brilliant acts across seven days. Monday 29th July to Sunday 4th August 2019, the festival showcases fantastic local, national and international artists from the world of Rhythm and Blues, from brilliant bands to solo performances. […]
