The BluzNdaBlood Show #494, Vinyl Vault Double Shots!
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In episode #494 of The BluzNdaBlood Blues Radio Show, host Dave Harrison celebrates 494 episodes with a special 'Vinyl Vault Double Shots' format, delivering two tracks from each featured artist to honor the rich legacy of blues music. The show opens with a heartfelt tribute to legendary bluesman Bobby Rush, whose introduction and two songs—'Why Do They Act Like That' and 'My Baby So Ugly'—anchor the evening. The program then journeys through a vibrant mix of blues greats, including Zuzu Bolan, Robert Cray Band, Sapphire, The Uppity Blues Women, Roomful of Blues, Eddie Shaw and the Wolf Gang, and closes with a powerful two-song set from Clarence Gatemouth Brown. Harrison emphasizes the importance of supporting live music and encourages listeners to explore the artists' vinyl records and attend live performances. Throughout the episode, he highlights the cultural and historical significance of each artist, weaving in biographical details and album context to deepen appreciation for the genre’s enduring spirit.
Support live blues music by attending shows and telling artists you heard them on the radio.
Explore vinyl records as a way to experience authentic blues history and sound quality.
Celebrate the legacy of blues icons like Bobby Rush, Robert Cray, and Clarence Gatemouth Brown.
Use platforms like Live 365 and Facebook to access ongoing blues programming.
Submit artist suggestions via email to help shape future episodes.
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Welcome to Show #494: Vinyl Vault Double Shots
“You heard it right, folks. You know what? I do have a lot of vinyl wreckers in the studio and I also have a program on the Blues and Blood Radio Network's Live 365 channel that highlights a bunch of music from the Vinyl Vault and this show is going to be no exception.”
Zuzu Bolan: Texas Blues Legacy
The show features two tracks from Zuzu Bolan, a 1922–1990 bluesman from Frisco, Texas, known for his unique stage name and contributions to the Texas blues scene. His songs 'Why Don't You Eat Where You Slept Last Night?' and 'Hey Little Girl' highlight his storytelling prowess and regional roots.
Robert Cray Band: Soulful Blues from the '80s
“Always liked Robert Cray.”
Sapphire & The Uppity Blues Women: Female Power in Blues
“It's always good to hear some music from the uppity blues women.”
Roomful of Blues & Eddie Shaw: Chicago & New Orleans Vibes
The show features a dynamic mix of Roomful of Blues’ 'Two Bones and a Pick' and 'Sugar Coated Love' from their 1981 album Hot Little Mama, followed by Eddie Shaw and the Wolf Gang’s raw, playful 'My Baby So Ugly' and 'Stoop Down Baby' from Living Chicago Blues Volume 1.
“Go out and buy the music. Or better yet, if you can, go out and see some of these artists live and tell them you heard their music on the Blues in the Blood show.”
“Clarence Gatemouth Brown was one talented musician. Man, he could play some music.”
“Man, he could play some music. Love his big band sound and all the instruments he could play.”
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Dave Harrison
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Bobby Rush
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Clarence Gatemouth Brown
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Roomful of Blues
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Robert Cray Band
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Zuzu Bolan
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Upstairs at United Volume 2
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Sapphire
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The Uppity Blues Women
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Eddie Shaw and the Wolf Gang
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