Gene Barge: Dancing with Daddy “G”
The 1950s ushered in a new sound that changed the entire musical landscape in America. That sound was Rhythm and Blues. A natural product, as legendary saxophonist and composer Gene “Daddy G” Barge explains, of the integration of swinging jazz and rhythmic blues. Daddy G, a multitalented artist, is considered …
Jeff Golub: Blindness Put Me More In Touch With Music
Jazz guitarist, Jeff Golub has been on over 30 million recordings with the likes of Gerald Albright, Henry Butler, Richard Elliot, Robben Ford, Sonny Landreth, Jeff Lorber, Kirk Whalum and Peter White. In 2011, he lost his sight abruptly due to a collapsed optic nerve. Instead of slowing down, however, …
Steve Cole: Gone Full Circle Creatively
Saxophonist Steve Cole is one of the most celebrated players in jazz today. This Chicago native burst onto the scene in 1998 with his debut album Stay Awhile, which was produced by fellow Chicagoan Brian Culbertson. His catchy singles made him an instant radio favorite and he put out those …
Buddy Guy: The Man and His Blues
When you think of the Blues what comes to mind? Maybe some down home feelings, feet tapping, soul stirring, finger snapping, or some rocking and rolling and definitely the sounds of legendary guitar player Buddy Guy. With over 50 years in the music industry, 6 Grammy Awards, being one of …