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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EP41 Koko Taylor
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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She had a singing voice and could belt out the blues like no other. Her last release ("Old School" on Alligator Records), before her passing in 200...

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 58:42
  • Purchases: 1
EP42 Ana Popovic
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Ana Popovic grew up in Serbia listening to her father's Blues records. Now she is herself a top name in the Blues world of musicians.

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 57:13
  • Purchases: 1
EP43 Reverend Raven
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Reverend Raven & the Chain Smokin' Alter Boys have a very unique sound that you immediately recognize them as soon as you hear the sound of Ravens'...

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 58:36
  • Purchases: 1
EP44 Sue Foley
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Still in her teens and living in Canada, Sue Foley was summoned by Clifford Antone of the then Famous Antone's who bought her a plane ticket to com...

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 58:46
  • Purchases: 1
EP45 John Primer
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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John Primer is one of the few remaining musicians who played with some of the founding fathers of the Chicago Blues sound such as Muddy Waters. He ...

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 58:54
  • Purchases: 1
EP46 Rod Piazza
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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He studied under the great George "harmonica" Smith and is now one of the leaders in the West Coast Blues Sound.

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 55:31
  • Purchases: 1
EP47 Bill Perry
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Another Great Blues man gone too soon. The music of Bill Perry.

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 56:04
  • Purchases: 1
EP48 Tougher than Tough Kim Wilson
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Kim Wilson has a rich history in the world of Blues.

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 57:40
  • Purchases: 1
EP49 Roy Rogers/ Chops not Chaps
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Roy Rogers is a master at the slide guitar. We explore this artist and his music on this show.

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 59:47
  • Purchases: 1
EP50 Tas Cru
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Mr. Jack Talks with Blues artist and mentor Tas Cru.

  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 59:19
EP51 Albert Collins
From: KKWE Niijii Radio
Series: Crusin' The Blues with Mr. Jack
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Mr. Jack takes you on a trip with Albert Collins!

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 58:49
  • Purchases: 2
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

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

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 56:36
  • 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.

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  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 59:43
  • 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.

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  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 58:12
  • 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...

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 57:52
  • Purchases: 1
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.

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  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 58:03
  • Purchases: 1
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
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
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