Making a Scene Presents Richard Ludmerer’s Top Indie Blues Releases of 2024

Richard Ludmerer’s top blues releases of 2024 showcase a blend of tradition and innovation, highlighting artists who honor the genre’s roots while pushing its boundaries. From soul-stirring guitar solos to heartfelt harmonica riffs, this year’s collection captures the raw emotion and storytelling that define blues music. Featuring breakout stars and veteran legends alike, these albums span Delta blues, Chicago blues, and modern blues-rock, offering something for every fan. With rich vocals, gripping lyrics, and electrifying performances, Ludmerer’s picks celebrate the enduring power and evolution of the blues.

Listed in No Particular order

Lurrie Bell & Frank Catalano – Set Me Free Delmark

Anthony Paule Soul Orchestra – What Are You Waiting For – Blue Dot Records

Free World – More Love – Swirldisc Records

Chris Daniels & The Kings with Freddi Gowdy – Blues With Horns Volume II Independent

Greg Nagy – The Real You – Independent

Andy Peake – Pocket Change – Big Little Records

Gary Nicholson – Common Sense -Qualified Records

Albert Castiglia – Righteous Souls – Gulf Coast Records

Ronnie Baker Brooks – Blues in My DNA – Alligator

Colin James – Chasing The Sun – Stony Plain

Tab Benoit – I Hear Thunder – Whiskey Bayou Records

Chris Bergson – Comforts of Home – 2 Shirts Records

Memphis Royal Brothers – Ryal Records

Billy Price – Person of Interest – Little Village Records

Kid Andersen Spirits Lisa Andersen Soul – Little Village Records

Bruce Katz Band – Back in Boston – Dancing Rooster Records

Willy Buck & The Delmark All-Stars Live – Delmark Records

Bernard Allison – Luther’s Blues – Ruf Records

Sue Foley – One Guitar Woman – Stony Plain

Anthony Geraci – Tears in My Eyes – Blue Heart Records

Big Harp George – Cooking With Gas – Blues Mountain Records

Chris O’ Leary – The Hard Line – Alligator Records

John Primer & Bob Corritore – Crawlin’ Kingsnake – Vizztone Records

Rick Vito – Cadillac Man – Blue Heart Records

Nick Gravenites – Rogue Blues – MC Records

Rick Estrin & The Nightcats – The Hits Keep Coming – Alligator Records

Matt Guitar Murphy – The Legacy of – Nola Blue Records

Curtis Salgado – Fine By Me – Little Village Records

Alastair Greene – Standing Out Loud – Ruf Records

Gerald McClendon – Down At The Juke Joint – Delta Roots Records

Tas Cru – All Natural Cage Free & Fan – Sub Cat Records

Mike Zito Life Is Hard Gulf Coast Records

Sam Joyner Come What May  I’ll Always Love You Independent

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