Here, Jasmine try a new approach to this powerhouse R&B vocalist, beginning with two rare live radio broadcasts for Alan Freed and moving on to tracks from "Big Maybelle Sings," "Blues, Candy and Big... more

Forest City Joe was born Joe Bennie Pugh in Hughes, Arkansas close to the town of Forrest City from which he took his name but with one "r". He taught himself harmonica and played locally... more

Walter sings songs about love, lost love, temptations and addictions on this 1999 Ruf release. His guitar riffs go from electrifying to caressing as you hear "Let Me Know," "Sweet Butterfly,"... more

Jasmine's commitment to anthologising 1950s R&B continues unabated! We recently brought you the complete 1950s and early 60s recordings of pioneering Nashville soul man Gene Allison. This month we're... more

Since 2005, Ruf Records' "Blues Caravan" live performance series has delivered stunning recordings of three select artists as they hit the stage at clubs across the US and Europe. What a blues... more

One of the cornerstone figures of R&B and R&R, ANTOINE "FATS" DOMINO recorded 'The Fat Man' - the first million-selling Rock & Roll record - in December 1949, at the tender age of twenty-one. His... more

Global guitar sensation and multiple ARIA Award winning icon, John Butler began his recording career after busking instrumentals on his 11-string guitar. With the connection to his instruments and... more

2012 Release. Larry Carlton's Trio performance at Paris' famed New Morning in April, 2008 was a dream for fans of high class guitar instrumental music. Playing in a Trio formation has always been a... more

One of the greatest guitar albums of all time and a real '60s classic, with Elvin Bishop and Mike Bloomfield trading licks on the mind-bending title cut in particular. Available on budget-priced CD... more

Gone to Texas Import Mike Zito / This album celebrates the history, culture, music, and amazing pride that shines on every Lone Star Flag. Mike Zito is a major part of the Royal Southern Brotherhood.... more

A mid-price release of Hammond's 1965 album of blues covers. The son of legendary talent scout John Hammond Sr, who discovered Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen amongst others, John Jr. has recorded... more

2021 release. Many will know Bernie Marsden for being a founder member of Whitesnake, one of the biggest rock bands of all time, and writing the iconic global smash, "Here I Go Again". Since leaving... more

Eddie is a guitar legend in the Windy City, but never scored a hit as a bandleader. This comp celebrates his finest moments: his own "Find My Baby" and "Bad Boy," performances with Sunnyland Slim... more

Two 1971 Chess LPs: a collection of rare cuts from the '50s and '60s and a smokin' live set by the Mississippi Delta's glorious gift to Chicago blues! The live LP features James Cotton, Sammy Lawhorn... more

Pianist/vocalist/songwriter Camille Howard first came to prominence as an ensemble member of Roy Milton's Solid Senders, in the 1940s. One of the very finest blues piano players of the era, she was... more

Compiler Ian Saddler digs deep into the Bayou for another set of vintage Louisiana R&B. You'll hear rare gems from the Baton, Goldband and Flip labels among others: "At Grandma's House" Chris Kenner,... more

This dip into the bayou yields more than just a plate of crawfish. This platter serves up 28 pieces of hot, spicy Louisiana blues, from stars to obscure names: "Things Gonna Change" Slim Harpo, "Miss... more

No one could pound out that incessant bass with the left and still lead the way with a thunderous right like Slim. This 1959 LP features one stunning solo after another by one of the most exciting... more

This 2010 CD collects both electric and acoustic performances by this late, great King of Hill Country Blues. These date from 1975–82: "Fireman Ring the Bell," "Walkin' Blues," "Poor Black Mattie,"... more

When it comes to the Delta blues, all roads lead to it's father figure Charley Patton. An immensely gifted performer, Patton served as a major influence on other legendary bluesmen who followed... more

The 'boy/girl' duet partnership was an integral component of black American music in the 1950s and 1960s, and a continuous presence on the charts throughout both decades. Some duos paired existing... more

JOSEPH CHARLES AUGUSTUS, from New Orleans - known as "GOOGLE EYES", as he had an enthusiastic eye for the ladies - was a popular Blues singer between the late 40s and early 60s.