Tag Archives: World Blues

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 Tinariwen – Assàwt

Posted on January 28, 2017 by The Listening Post Blog

Desert blues band, Tinariwen are a very established band, with origins dating all the way back to 1979; their hypnotic guitars and percussive-driven songs are their trademark and there’s not mistaking their sound. Today’s song Assàwt is the latest track revealed from the … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Jessie Mae Hemphill – Standing in my Doorway Crying

Posted on December 9, 2016 by The Listening Post Blog

Jessie Mae Hemphill was a blues guitarist, drummer, vocalist and songwriter who specialised in the North Mississippi hill country blues of her family and regional heritage. She was one of the earliest successful female blues musicians whose influential and pioneering … Continue reading →

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