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On this episode of Blues In The Basement, we are live once agian from WYXR studios in Memphis as we celebrate Blues made at the legendary Stax Museum.

On this episode of Blues In The Basement, we are joined by Rod Bland, Blues artist and son to the legendary Bobby Blue Bland. We hear a raw and emotional interview and hear some of Rod Bland's greatest hits as he continues to live out the invcredible legeacy set by his iconic father. You don't want to miss this one!

On this episode of Blues in The Basement, Cooki B and Joy are joined by Jared "JB" Boyd live from WYXR studios in Memphis, TN. They get you up off your feet with a special collection of Blues hits, made to make you dance!

On this episode of Blues In The Basement, we highlight the intertnational impact Blues has had on the world as we take you across the globe with some Blues hits from the Brits. Hear songs from artists like Eric Clapton, Fleetwood Mac and more.

On this episode of Blues In The Basement, TO and Steve treat us to a live performance as they dive and discuss some of their favorite Blues hits. 

On this episode of Blues In The Basement, we explore the connection between the Blues and Country music. We dive into some of the best country music hits of today and talk about the Blues aspects of the genre.

On this episode we are joined by special guest host, Steve Selvidge of The Hold Steady, as we take a turn at deconstructing the legendary Lonnie Johnson. You don't want to miss this amazing episode of Blues In The Basement!

On this episode of Blues In The Basement, we are joined by rising zydeco star and Grammy Award winning artist, Terrance Simien. We discuss his soaring career and the rise of Zydeco and the Bayou Blues.

On this episode of Blues In The Basement, we are joined by the great Lenny Williams. Join us as he talks about his return to the music industry and we listen to some of his newest and greatest hits.

On this episode of Blues in the Basement, we are joined by guitarist T.O. Crivens as we celebrate some of the greatest guitarist in Blues history. Listen as we hear hits from artists like B.B. King, Muddy Waters and more.

On this episode of Blues In The Basement, we continue our dive into Blues In the Movies. Music artists John Murry and the creater of the Documetary The Graceless Age: The Ballad of John Murry, Sarah Share join us to discuss the award winning film.

On this episode of Blues In The Basement, we are joined by Dr. Augusta Palmer, producer of the The Blues Society. The documentary takes a comprehensive dive into the history of Blues festivals in Memphis, TN and the emerging impact of Blues in the film industry.

On this episode of Blues In The Basement we are joined by special guest Craig Brewer as we take a deep dive into Blues' impact in film and TV and discuss the feature film, Black Snake Moan.

On this episode of Blues in The Basement, we are joined once again by special guest host Jared "JB" Boyd as we experience the Battle of The Soulful Blues. Legends Ray Charles and Otis Redding grace us with their amazing and iconic music.

On this episode of Blues In the Basement, we take a look at Blues' impact on pop culture as we hear Blues songs that have been covered and used in different genres of music, films and other forms of media and entertainment. 

On this episode of Blues In the Basement, we kick off a new season with a battle of two Blues legends; Shirley Brown vs. Shirley Murdock. We hear amazing songs from both artists and discuss what made them both legendary.

Kimberly Horton, Executive Director of the Blues Foundation,  joins Tonya and Ms. Cooki to talk about the future of the blues. Who's carrying the mantle? As someone who is boots on the ground when it comes to the blues, we can't wait to hear her opinion!

Was everybody cheating? Why is every other song about cheating or being heartbroken because of cheating? What's going on here! Cooki B. and Tonya dissect some of the most popular and interesting songs on the matter!

We often refer to Southern cities as a "Saturday night- Sunday morning" kind of town. It's the kind of city where folks roll from the club house to the church house (and maybe the Waffle House in between). But the Blues is also the kind of music that is a great blend. Check it out! 

Cooki B and Tonya discuss new music and new artists in blues. Adia Victoria, Kingfish, GA 20, Amythyst Kiah...who's your new fave?