Ten backing bands as talented as the icons who fronted them
It's one thing to have a superstar in the spotlight, but it takes seriously talented bands to keep up. Here's ten backing bands who rock.
Blues and gospel artist Reverend John Wilkins dies aged 76
Reverend John Wilkins, the singer-songwriter from Memphis who fused gospel, blues and soul together - has died at the age of 76.
Johnny Nash, singer of ‘I Can See Clearly Now’ dies aged 80
Johnny Nash, the singer best known for the catchy-as-hell single 'I Can See Clearly Now' has died of natural causes aged 80.
Watch Mick Fleetwood recreate viral ‘Dreams’ TikTok video
Mick Fleetwood of Fleetwood Mac has joined video-sharing platform TikTok - just so he can get in on the viral 'Dreams' trend.
Here’s what Bluesfest 2021 will look like if international acts can’t travel
Bluesfest is forging ahead with a massive lineup for 2021 including a slew of international acts who may or may not be able to make the trip.
The best lyrics on Bob Dylan’s ‘Rough and Rowdy Ways’
Rough and Rowdy Ways is Bob Dylan’s best album in many years. Like all great Dylan albums, its lyrics are endlessly quotable.
Four Seasons founding member Tommy DeVito dies from coronavirus
Tommy DeVito, one of the original members of The Four Seasons, has died at the age of 92 from coronavirus complications.
Bluesfest lineup expands again with The Church, The Living End, and more
Bluesfest has once again expanded its 2021 lineup, with the likes of The Church, Kate Miller-Heidke, & more joining the already-stacked bill.
Jam bands: Where no two live performances are the same
From collectives like The Grateful Dead to The Dave Matthews Band; let us explore the fascinating world of "jam bands" together.
Toots Hibbert, the reggae music pioneer, dies aged 77
Toots Hibbert, who helped make reggae a global music genre as frontman of Toots and the Maytals, has died aged 77.
Introducing Tone Deaf Tastemakers: Share your opinions on new music for rewards
Have you got an impeccable music taste? Then we're looking for people just like you to join the 'Tone Deaf Tastemakers'!
William Shatner announces new album ‘The Blues’
William Shatner announced the release of his new album 'The Blues' with a rendition of the 1970 B. B. King classic 'The Thrill Is Gone'.
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