Blues Birthday: Little Brother Montgomery – April 18th 1906

Eurreal Wilford “Little Brother” Montgomery (April 18, 1906 – September 6, 1985) was an American jazz, boogie-woogie and blues pianist and singer. Largely self-taught, Montgomery was an important blues pianist with an original style. He was also versatile, working in jazz bands, including larger ensembles that used written arrangements. He did not read music but […]

ALBUM REVIEW: ARTUR MENEZES – FADING AWAY (Vizztone Records)

Fading Away is Brazilian guitarist Artur Menezes’ fourth album and his second since his relocation to LA in 2016. In 2018 he won the Best Guitarist Award at the IBC’s, as well as coming third in the Band category. Produced by Josh Smith and featuring both Josh and Joe Bonamassa as guests, Fading Away is […]

REMEMBERING LESLIE WEST – GUITAR LEGEND DIES AT AGE 75

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Leslie West on December 23rd, 2020. Born in New York City on October 22nd, 1945 as Leslie Weinstein, and later changed his name to Leslie West. An innovative guitarist known for his signature tone Leslie’s first band was a young blues/soul rock band called the […]