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

Order by: Newest First | Oldest First
EP221 Janis and Jorma 1964
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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An Historic early recording of Janis Joplin and Jorma Kaukonen

Bought by WLPR


  • Added: Mar 20, 2023
  • Length: 59:05
  • Purchases: 1
EP222 Ally Venable "Real Gone"
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Ally Venable's 2023 Album "Real Gone"

Bought by WLPR


  • Added: Apr 05, 2023
  • Length: 56:41
  • Purchases: 1
EP223 Lightnin' Slim
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Otis Hicks was a somewhat unsung Louisiana blues man who was an inspiration to another Louisianan who would one day become world famous!

Bought by GCR (Global Community Radio) and WLPR


  • Added: Apr 11, 2023
  • Length: 01:00:08
  • Purchases: 2
EP224 Eric Bibb
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Eric Bibb's musical career spans 50 years. His 2023 Album "Ridin' " is a collection of great words for our world today.

Bought by WLPR


  • Added: May 23, 2023
  • Length: 59:58
  • Purchases: 1
EP225 Howard and the White Boys
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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A top-notch respected and loved Chicago band that has been established since 1988

Bought by WLPR


  • Added: Jun 05, 2023
  • Length: 59:54
  • Purchases: 1
EP226 Laurie Morvan
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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An electrical engineer, a pilot and college math professor- oh, and a professional musician. Meet Laurie Morvan

Bought by GCR (Global Community Radio)


  • Added: Jul 12, 2023
  • Length: 59:20
  • Purchases: 1
EP227 Angela Strehli
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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This artist has been instrumental in keeping the blues alive for over 6 decades

Bought by GCR (Global Community Radio) and WLPR


  • Added: Jul 17, 2023
  • Length: 59:55
  • Purchases: 2
EP228 Greg Sover
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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2023 album "His-Story" release from Greg Sover

Bought by WLPR


  • Added: Oct 13, 2023
  • Length: 59:31
  • Purchases: 1
EP229 Nick Wade
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Nick Wade; a young artist with an old sound of the past and lyrics of the present.

Bought by WLPR


  • Added: Oct 17, 2023
  • Length: 54:28
  • Purchases: 1
EP230 Robin Trower & Sari Schorr "Joyful Sky"
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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2023 collaboration album with Robin Trower and Sari Schorr "Joyful Sky"

Bought by WLPR


  • Added: Nov 22, 2023
  • Length: 56:34
  • Purchases: 1
EP231 Willie J Campbell
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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A tribute and recognition to a renowned blues bass player whose solo album came out after he had passed at age 65.

Bought by WLPR


  • Added: Dec 12, 2023
  • Length: 59:59
  • Purchases: 1