An Exclusive Interview with Jack the Radio by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud “Jack the Radio is an indie blues band from Raleigh with a hard edged, bluesy-rock, Southern pop sound. The soulful blues stomp created by these garage twang rockers is a brilliant blend of styles smashed into one band, with sliding, tangling guitar lines and […]
An Exclusive interview with Little Boys Blue by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Little Boys Blue was formed in 1993 by Taylor and Patterson. As a duo, the group played blues clubs, festivals and competitions throughout the southeast. In 1997 they won third place in the International Blues Competition. They have two previous album releases on […]
An Exclusive interview with Josh Smith by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Josh Smith Was Born October 7, 1979 In Middletown, Connecticut. Before He Was 1, His Family Relocated To Florida, Eventually Settling In Pembroke Pines, A Suburb Of Fort Lauderdale. At Age 3, He Received His First Guitar And At 6, He Started Taking Guitar […]
An Exclusive Interview with Reverend FreakChild by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Reverend Freakchild (a.k.a. Billy, Bhoomisparsha, Fordham, Sal Paradise, Swaraj, Floyd Graves) In the tradition of such Blues Reverends as Rev. Gary Davis – such is the irreverent Reverend Freakchild. Like John Hammond Jr. he is a student of the Blues. He has played in […]
An Exclusive Interview with the Beat Daddys! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Formed in 1986, by core members Larry Grisham and Tommy Stillwell, The Beat Daddys have spent almost 30 years bringing the Blues and old school R&B to anyone with a soul that would listen. Nine international CD releases, several film & TV soundtrack […]
An Exclusive interview with Monkey Junk!! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud The 2008 birth of the Ottawa-based band MonkeyJunk came along just when music fans needed them the most. They brought an accessible and refreshing blend of swamp-rock roots and blues to the table and haven’t looked back. In the relatively short time they’ve been […]
An Exclusive interview with Diane Blue by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Boston’s DIANE BLUE is a soul-stirring vocalist, skillful harmonica player and a crowd-pleasing entertainer. Voted “Outstanding Female Singer” in The Blues Audience 2011 Readers’ Poll, Ms. Blue is a soulful and sassy performer with a strong and energetic delivery, serving up her own spin […]
An Exclusive interview with Danielle Nicole! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud A 2014 Blues Music Award winner, there’s not a time in her life that singer/ bassist/ songwriter Danielle Nicole (born Danielle Nicole Schnebelen) doesn’t remember loving to perform. As a child, she would sing for her family at holidays and took tap, jazz and […]
An Exclusive interview with The Reverend Shawn Amos! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Debut full-length blues album features guest appearances by Grammy winners Blind Boys of Alabama and 2x Grammy nominated Mindi Abair, who also makes debut as album producer. Certified pure blues singer, harmonica player, songwriter and producer, The Reverend Shawn Amos is on […]
https://www.eddiecottonjr.com/ https://www.facebook.com/eddiecottonblues An Exclusive Interview with Eddie Cotton! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Winner of the 2015 International Blues Challenge in Mempis Tn. Eddie Cotton, Jr. is an electric blues guitarist from Clinton, Mississippi. A minister’s son, Eddie Cotton Jr. grew up singing and playing gospel music at church and playing the music of blues […]
An Exclusive Interview with Matt Schofield! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud The Schofield story is exploding internationally; the world is sitting up and taking note. Back from another well-received US tour, Schofield is expanding his borders. The LA Times stated, “In Schofield, the UK has produced the best blues guitarist from any country in decades. […]
Live From the Midnight Circus 9/20/2015 With Chris O’Leary by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud INDIE Blues – Currently Touring Musicians who recognize they are influenced by The Blues artists that came before them and in the time honored tradition of The Blues, are creating New Original Music that reflects their reality. The music they create […]
An Exclusive interview with Chris O’Leary by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Chris’s musical background includes duties as lead singer and front man for rock and roll hall of famer and Grammy award winner Levon Helm’s band The Barnburners. During the 6 years that Chris and Levon played together they toured across the US and Canada […]
An Exclusive Interview with Nick Fishman by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud San Francisco based drummer and bandleader Nick Fishman’s debut album California Fresh brings blues into the modern world with a slickness and big city sophistication currently found nowhere else in the idiom. The album, which features an eight piece band made up of San […]
An Exclusive Interview with Randall Bramblett! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Randall Bramblett’s distinguished body of work is defined by a triple threat career as an acclaimed solo artist, an in-demand songwriter and a first call sideman. Among the artists who’ve recorded and performed Bramblett’s songs are Bettye LaVette, Hot Tuna, Delbert McClinton and most […]
An Exclusive interview with Dudley Taft by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Dudley Taft grew up in a country called the “Midwest”, where he learned the values of friendship, roots blues, rock ‘n’ roll and a good ear of corn. With a background that includes Berklee College of Music as well as years touring with rock […]
An Exclusive interview with Billy the Kid and the Regulators by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud AWARD WINNING BLUES 2014 INTERNATIONAL BLUES CHALLENGE 3RD PLACE WINNER 2013 INTERNATIONAL BLUES CHALLENGE BEST SELF PRODUCED CD TOP 5 FINALIST 2013 BLUES SOCIETY OF WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA 1ST PLACE WINNER Billy the Kid and The Regulators are a high powered, […]
An Exclusive Interview with Todd Wolfe by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Todd began playing on the New York scene back in 1979 with his band Nitetrain, a trio that clearly reflected Todd’s influences—60s bands like Cream, Jimi Hendrix, Fleetwood Mac and other bluesy-rocking-jamming bands. The wave of guitar players that included Eric Clapton, Peter Green, […]
An Exclusive interview with Crooked Eye Tommy by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Crooked Eye Tommy releases their debut effort, Butterflies & Snakes, eleven memorable tunes penned by Crooked Eye Tommy front-person and band namesake Tommy Marsh and Tommy’s brother, guitarist-vocalist, Paddy Marsh. Together these brothers are the creative tour de force that is Crooked Eye […]
An Exclusive interview with John Mayall by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud For over 50 years, John Mayall has served as a pioneer of blues music, rightly earning him the title, “The Godfather of British Blues.” In 2013, John signed with producer Eric Corne’s label, Forty Below Records, and has since been experiencing a true artistic […]
An Exclusive interview with Markey Blue by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Winners of the Atlanta Blues Society Blues Challenge! HIGH-ENERGY DEBUT FROM MARKEY BLUE BREATHES NEW LIFE INTO CLASSIC SOUL Hey Hey propels co-leaders Markey and Ric Latina into the international spotlight with original songs, fresh grooves and some help from Stax legend Steve Cropper […]
An Exclusive Interview with Deb Callahan by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Philadelphia’s blues and soul drenched vocalist and songwriter Deb Callahan grew up in the Boston area but has been a mainstay on the mid-Atlantic music scene since the late 90’s. During this time she has gained a reputation for writing creative blues, soul and […]
An Exclusive interview with Diane Durrett by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud “She’s good. She’s damn good.” Sting’s summation of his duet with singer songwriter Diane Durrett speaks for anyone who’s ever heard her perform. In 2013 Durrett was elected to the board of governors (vocal seat) by the Atlanta chapter of the National Academy of […]
LIVE from the Midnight Circus 8/16/2015 With Crystal Shawanda! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud The #1 and ORIGINAL INDIE Blues Radio show on the net .. the ONLY show that is dedicated to bringing you ONLY artists that are currently touring and creating NEW original music .. This week we have a GREAT show lined […]
An Exclusive interview with Bob Malone! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Los Angeles based BOB MALONE plays keyboards with rock legend John Fogerty, and continues a long running and successful solo career. His sound is a one-of-a-kind hybrid of rock, blues, and New Orleans R&B, delivered with high- energy piano virtuosity and a voice all […]
An Exclusive Interview with David Michael Miller by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud SAME SOIL is a tribute to the fertile blues/roots tradition influencing David Michael Miller’s unique style, following the heels of his breakout album, Poisons Sipped. Co-produced, mixed and engineered by Grammy Nominated producer, Mike Brown, at Temperamental Studio (featured on American Pickers), over […]
LIVE from the Midnight Circus 7/14/2015 with Mississippi Heat by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud The #1 and Original INDIE Blues Radio show on the Net is ready to bring you the BEST in Independent Touring Blues artists .. Artists that are creating NEW MUSIC .. NEW BLUES .. BLUES FOR TODAY!! .. Tune in and […]
An Exclusive interview with Mississippi Heat! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud TRADITIONAL BLUES WITH A UNIQUE SOUND. . . As band leader and composer, Pierre’s vision has never wavered since he founded his band in 1991. His mantra is clear and focused. The band has always had an ensemble sound: all musicians are featured and […]
An Exclusive Interview with JC Smith! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud The #1 and Original INDIE Blues Radio show on the net .. and the only show that is dedicated to playing ONLY independent Blues artists that are Living Touring and Creating NEW MUSIC!! .. No tired old blues on this show .. Just the […]
LIVE From the Midnight Circus 6/28/2015 With Rusty Wright by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud The #1 and Original INDIE Blues Radio show on the net .. YES I SAID INDIE BLUES! .. What is INDIE BLUES!! .. It is independent artists that are Living, Touring and Creating NEW MUSIC .. No Old cover bands on […]
LIVE from the Midnight Circus 6/23/2015 with Little G Weevil by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud The #1 and ORIGINAL INDIE BluesRadio show on the NET! The ONLY Show that is dedicated 100% to the Touring Independent Blues artist that is creating new music .. and working to bring it to you every day! ..; This […]
LIVE from the Midnight Circus 6/21/2015 with Delta Moon by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud The #1 and ORIGINAL INDIE BluesRadio show on the NET! The ONLY Show that is dedicated 100% to the Touring Independent Blues artist that is creating new music .. and working to bring it to you every day! ..; This week […]
LIVE from the Midnight Circus 6/16/2015 with Lazer Lloyd by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud The #1 and ORIGINAL INDIE BluesRadio show on the NET! The ONLY Show that is dedicated 100% to the Touring Independent Blues artist that is creating new music .. and working to bring it to you every day! ..; This week […]
LIVE from the Midnight Circus 6/7/2015 with Isaiah B Brunt! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Here it is! The #1 and ORIGINAL INDIE BLUES radio show on the internet! The only show dedicated 100% to the Touring INDIE BLUES artists. You are going to hear the best in NEW BLUES made by artists who “Keeping […]
LIVE from the Midnight Circus with Betty Fox by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Here it is! The #1 and ORIGINAL INDIE BLUES radio show on the internet! The only show dedicated 100% to the Touring INDIE BLUES artists. You are going to hear the best in NEW BLUES made by artists who “Keeping the Blues […]
Website: https://www.bettyfox.net/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BettyFoxBand?fref=ts Reverbnation: https://www.reverbnation.com/bettyfoxband AN Exclusive Interview with Betty Fox by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud With an extensive background in gospel and a lifelong passion for soul music, Betty Fox has come a long way from her southern roots to headlining festivals and captivating thousands with her raw swagger and unwavering talent. Now the 2015 representative […]
LIVE from the Midnight Circus 5/26/2015 with Chris Beard by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Here it is! The #1 and ORIGINAL INDIE BLUES radio show on the internet! The only show dedicated 100% to the Touring INDIE BLUES artists. You are going to hear the best in NEW BLUES made by artists who “Keeping the […]
LIVE from the Midnight Circus 5/19/2015 With Voo Davis! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Here it is! The #1 and ORIGINAL INDIE BLUES radio show on the internet! The only show dedicated 100% to the Touring INDIE BLUES artists. You are going to hear the best in NEW BLUES made by artists who “Keeping the […]
LIVE from the Midnight Circus 5/18/2015 by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Here it is! The #1 and ORIGINAL INDIE BLUES radio show on the internet! The only show dedicated 100% to the Touring INDIE BLUES artists. You are going to hear the best in NEW BLUES made by artists who “Keeping the Blues Alive” is […]
Benny Turner Website https://www.bennyturner.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/benny.turner.75 Reverbnation https://www.reverbnation.com/rpk/bennyturner Booking nolablue835@gmail.com AN Exclusive Interview with Benny Turner by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud A veteran musician of more than fifty years, Benny Turner has played everywhere from the Chitlin’ Circuit, to Europe, Japan, Australia, and all points in between. Content to be a sideman in support of the many giants he […]
LIVE from the Midnight Circus 5/4/2015 by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Here it is! The #1 and ORIGINAL INDIE BLUES radio show on the internet! The only show dedicated 100% to the Touring INDIE BLUES artists. You are going to hear the best in NEW BLUES made by artists who “Keeping the Blues Alive” is […]
Jeremiah Johnson Website https://www.jeremiahjohnsonband.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JeremiahJohnsonBand Booking booking@celebritydirect.net An Exclusive Interview with Jeremiah Jobnson by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Jeremiah Johnson’s superior song writing; backed up by his incredibly sexy voice, and fantastic fret work, demonstrate his three dimensional ability to provide music that virtually anyone can appreciate… young or old… Rocker… Blues Man… Jazz Man… or Country […]
LIVE from the Midnight Circus 4/21/2015 by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Here it is! The #1 and ORIGINAL INDIE BLUES radio show on the internet! The only show dedicated 100% to the Touring INDIE BLUES artists. You are going to hear the best in NEW BLUES made by artists who “Keeping the Blues Alive” is […]
LIVE from the Midnight Circus 4/14/2015 by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Here it is! The #1 and ORIGINAL INDIE BLUES radio show on the internet! The only show dedicated 100% to the Touring INDIE BLUES artists. You are going to hear the best in NEW BLUES made by artists who “Keeping the Blues Alive” is […]
Anthony Rosano and the Conqueroos Website https://www.conqueroos.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Anthonyandtheconqueroos EPK https://www.reverbnation.com/rpk/anthonyrosano Booking booking@conqueroos.com 757-285-5061 An Exclusive Interview with Anthony Rosano! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Formed in July of 2012 Anthony and the Conqueroos have quickly made a name in the Local and National blues scene. Two time International Blues Challenge Finalists, Anthony Rosano and the Conqueroos blend old school […]
LIVE from the Midnight Circus 4/7/2015 by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Here it is! The #1 and ORIGINAL INDIE BLUES radio show on the internet! The only show dedicated 100% to the Touring INDIE BLUES artists. You are going to hear the best in NEW BLUES made by artists who “Keeping the Blues Alive” is […]
Hurricane Ruth Website https://hurricaneruth.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hurricane-Ruth/204514259582328 Reverbnation https://www.reverbnation.com/rpk/hurricaneruth Booking hurricaneruth1@gmail.com Radio/PR An Exclusive Interview with Hurricane Ruth by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Hurricane Ruth is The Ultimate INDIE Blues Experience! Hurricane Ruth originates from central/southern Illinois, packing venues throughout the region. Critics and fans hail their shows as powerful, raw, emotional and dynamic. The band’s contagious energy is […]
LIVE from the MIDNIGHT CIRCUS 3/31/2015 by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Here it is! The #1 and ORIGINAL INDIE BLUES radio show on the internet! The only show dedicated 100% to the Touring INDIE BLUES artists. You are going to hear the best in NEW BLUES made by artists who “Keeping the Blues Alive” is […]
LIVE from the Midnight Circus 3/24/2015 by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Here it is! The #1 and ORIGINAL INDIE BLUES radio show on the internet! The only show dedicated 100% to the Touring INDIE BLUES artists. You are going to hear the best in NEW BLUES made by artists who “Keeping the Blues Alive” is […]
AN Exclusive Interview with Greg Nagy! by Richard Lhommedieu on Mixcloud Born in 1963, in Flint, Michigan, the “Auto City” birthplace of once-mighty General Motors, young guitarist Greg was fortunate to grow up with friends whose older siblings encouraged an exploration of soul, rock, funk, jazz, and the Motown Sound originating down Interstate 75 in […]