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

  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 56:26
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John Lee Hooker

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 58:52
  • Purchases: 2
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An exploration of the Harmonica as an instrument in the world of Blues music.

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 57:03
  • Purchases: 1
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"Bridge of Sighs" actually describes the heartfelt passion of the Blues of whom most consider a British Rocker from the 70s.

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 59:17
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The only job he ever has had is playing music.

  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 57:04
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Joe Bonamassa was one of the child prodigies who's become a full-fledged musician as an adult. He seemingly puts out more albums per year than a lo...

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 56:13
  • Purchases: 1
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Jimmy Thackery was a founding member of the Washington D.C. band, The Nighthawks. His song "Lickin' Gravy" off his "Empty Arms Motel" album is the ...

Bought by KMUW


  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 57:39
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Guitar Shorty is a veteran bluesman with a modern driving sound and pertinent lyrics for our day and age.

  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 54:30
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Chess Records was one of the early flourishing record labels that had Blues artists on it roster.

  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 54:31

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  • Length: 50:18
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A Brit Blues Gal from England's Black Country!

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 53:03
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The 2016 Fargo Blues Festival in Fargo, North Dakota.

  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 54:48
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Another Legend gone too soon!

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 53:11
  • Purchases: 1
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Two sisters, two individuals, two different approaches to the Blues!

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  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 53:58
  • Purchases: 1
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“Too Slim and the Taildraggers” and Harmonica Shaw

  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 55:39
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Blues is no longer a music that is just for any one ethnic group. Everyone knows what Blues are and everyone has experienced the blues and can rela...

Bought by WNMU-FM, WNMU-FM, KPIP-LP, WNMU-FM, and KUPR low power FM


  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 53:33
  • Purchases: 5
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A band based out of Sacramento, California, Little Charlie and the Nightcats offer a unique flavor in the Blues world.

  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 55:06
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One of today’s primary source of Blues music is Chicago based Alligator Records!

  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 57:37
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An amazing artist with an amazing story and amazing music!

  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 56:53
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Candye Kane had an amazing life. She had a great voice, cool music and was a woman who was a champion for other women in the world regarding strugg...

  • Added: Apr 19, 2020
  • Length: 50:23