Reading Time: 6 minutes There are so many inspiring women within Blues music history. Here I’ll talk about two of my favourites: the “Mother of Rock ‘n’ Roll”, Big Mama Thornton, and an artist with a fascinating story and varied career, LaVern Baker.… Continue Reading
Reading Time: 6 minutes In this new series of articles, I’ll profile some of my favourite African American Blues artists. Up first are two contemporary acts with varied styles: one inspired by the traditional Jazz of New Orleans, the other, a post-modern Blues artist.… Continue Reading
Reading Time: 8 minutes I’m often asked: what’s this Swing dancing thing about? Well, there’s less two-stepping to Glenn Miller records, sipping nice cups of tea* than you may think, and more hardcore late nights, international travel, and throwing down to live music. *there… Continue Reading