Tag Archives: folk blues

SONG OF THE DAY Abner Jay – I’m So Depressed

Posted on November 4, 2018 by The Listening Post Blog

“You know why Elephants don’t smoke? Because they can’t get their butts in the ashtray!” Born in Fitzgerald, Georgia in 1921 Abner Jay was a multi-instrumentalist best known for performing eccentric, blues-infused folk.  Playing as a one-man band his idiosyncratic … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Robbie Basho – Basho’s Blues

Posted on October 4, 2018 by The Listening Post Blog

If you enjoyed yesterdays song, then you’re in for a treat, for I have more Robbie Basho goodness to share!!…and oh what goodness this is! Known for pioneering American primitive guitar, a fingerstyle devised by John Fahey in the late … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Jackson C Frank – The Spectre

Posted on October 1, 2018 by The Listening Post Blog

Although Jackson C. Frank only released one official album in 1965, there is a lot more to be discovered if you dig a little deeper. Known as one of the forgotten legend’s of the 60’s, the story of Frank’s life is … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Barbara Dane – You Don’t Know Me/You Don’t Know My Mind

Posted on September 17, 2018 by The Listening Post Blog

How much do I love this woman!! Following yesterday’s Barbara Dane stunner, I couldn’t resist following it up with this feisty little number..and given half the chance I’d happily have a ‘Barbara Dane month!’ This epic lady, a singer/activist and … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Jackson C. Frank – Blues Run the Game

Posted on July 31, 2018 by The Listening Post Blog

“…one of the best forgotten songwriters of the 1960’s.”  (Rolling Stone journalist David Fricke) Anyone familiar with the music of the folk singer-songwriter, Jackson C. Frank will know about his tragic life story and his all-too-short music career. Jackson C. Frank released his … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Mattiel – Count Your Blessings

Posted on September 16, 2017 by The Listening Post Blog

Definitely not lacking on the talent front, Georgia-born Mattiel is an ad designer, illustrator, set builder and (more recently) a singer-songwriter!  Her youth was spent on her mother’s farm and as an adolescent she would often listen to her mother’s … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Afous D’Afous – Nak Amahah

Posted on July 10, 2017 by The Listening Post Blog

If bands like Tinariwen are your thing, Afous D’Afous are a six-piece desert blues outfit worth checking out! Hailing from Tamanrasset in southern Algeria, the band are still relatively unknown in world music circles, whilst at home in the Tuareg … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Richie Havens – Indian Rope Man

Posted on May 2, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

  Today’s song was written and recorded by the great Richie Havens, featuring on his 1969 ‘Richie P. Havens, 1983’ double album.  The album combined original material with several covers for which Havens is known and included notable songs, ‘Handsome Johnny,’ … Continue reading →

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