Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack

Series produced by KKWE Niijii Radio

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This series of programs covers The Blues genre in its entirety, starting with music from the early 20th century through today. Host, Mr. Jack has been studying the history of blues for well over 30 years and has a large collection of Blues Music that he will be sharing with listeners as he adds some interesting historical facts behind the music, the artists and the songs.

Mr. Jack takes you on a journey- a virtual audio "road trip" to the many facets of the Blues Genre, including regional differences, history and where it is today. This is a great mix of music and education which any music enthusiast would enjoy.


231 Pieces

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EP71 Erin Harpe & the Delta Swingers
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Blues with a vintage swing is how I'd describe the music of Erin Harpe and her delta Swingers.

  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 57:35
EP70 Christmas 2017
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Mr Jack shows us the Christmas Blues of 2017

Bought by KOJB 90.1 FM The eagle, WJAB, and KRPS


  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 57:30
  • Purchases: 3
EP69 Ilana Katz Katz
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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From the subway stations of Boston to venues along the East Coast. The blues of Ilana Katz Katz. Yes, Katz Katz.

  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 58:35
EP68 Kenny Wayne Shepherd
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Mr Jack's Journey showcases the music talents of Kenny Wayne Shepherd.

  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 59:56
EP67 The Blues of a Rock Band
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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They came from Texas. Kind of a mystery- as far as who they were and where they were headed... They were under the genre of Rock, but hey, is that ...

  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 55:33
EP66 Jennifer Lyn
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Jennifer Lyn - not Lynn, as in a Country Music artist. Nope. This gal is all Blues with a classic blues based rockn' soul!

  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 58:25
EP65 Muddy Waters Tribute to Big Bill Broonzy
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Mr. Jack's first and favorite Muddy Waters Album. It may surprise you....

  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 53:53
EP64 Layla Zoe
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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A woman passionate about her music! You can feel the passion in every song!

Bought by KBBI Alaska


  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 59:06
  • Purchases: 1
EP63 The Insomniacs
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Started in 2006 by Guitarist/Vocalist Vyasa Dodson, Delta Groove Recording Artists The Insomniacs, add their own unique and fresh sound to West Coa...

  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 59:37
EP62 Mark Hummel-Harmonica Master
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Mark Hummel not only a blues Harp master, he is a great instructor of the instrument and it's history as well and a keeper of the traditional Blues...

  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 55:50
EP61 North Mississippi Allstars
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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North Mississippi Hill Country Blues today with a band whose name says it all.

  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 58:13
EP60 Gary Moore
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Associated with Pop Rock through commercial success in such type bands, Gary Moore's Heart was into the Blues more than anything.

  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 58:46
EP59 The Aces (a trip back in time in Chicago Blues)
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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A trip back in history to one of the best Chicago Blues bands in early postwar (WWII) times in the Windy City.

  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 53:50
EP58 Lamont Cranston
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Pat Hayes; a Minnesota legacy in the world of Blues history!

  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 58:06
EP57 Tab Benoit
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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One of Louisiana's voices for the Blues; Tab Benoit.

Bought by WTIP


  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 58:03
  • Purchases: 1
EP56 The Kingdom Brothers
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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How about a little Gospel with your Blues? What? You's mixing the devil's music wit' da Lord's? Yes indeed! The truth prevails as this band shows y...

Bought by WTIP


  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 57:52
  • Purchases: 1
EP55 The National Blues Museum
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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The National Blues Museum is located in St. Louis, Missouri.

Bought by WTIP


  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 58:12
  • Purchases: 1
EP54 Sari Schorr
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Out on her own, Sari Schorr is out launching her solo career. Mr. Jack got a chance to speak with Sari while she begins a tour.

Bought by WTIP


  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 59:43
  • Purchases: 1
EP53 Tinsley Ellis
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Tinsley Ellis has been in the Blues scene for many years. This show talks about where he's been and where he's headed.

Bought by WTIP


  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 56:36
  • Purchases: 1
EP52 Little Walter “Blues with a feeling”
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Blues with a feeling; the Little Walter story

Bought by KMUW and WTIP


  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 53:17
  • Purchases: 2