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Let’s take a moment to shine the spotlight on the legendary big Joe Williams a true Titan of the Delta blues, whose nine-string guitar unleashed a sound as deep as the Mississippi River itself. Now, if you’ve ever had the pleasure of listening to his music, you know he was all about the raw emotional vibe that pulls at your heartstrings.

Now, let’s dig into those lyrics from his classic Christmas Blues. Big Joe sings Christmas is almost here. Little girl what you want to do for me? You can just feel the warmth and intimacy of the moment. He’s not just talking about the holiday season .In this line, you get the sense that big Joe is reflecting on love.

So while Christmas Blues might have a title that hints at sorrow, it’s really about that yearning for connection. For sharing moments that matter, especially during this time of year. That’s the genius of Big Joe Williams. He was a storyteller at heart, weaving his life experiences into the fabric of the blues.

As we dive into the groove of his music, let’s celebrate not just the man but the legacy he left behind. Let that-nine-string magic of Big Joe lift your spirits and get you ready to celebrate the season.

You’re listening to Podcast and Blues. I’m your host, Gail Nobles.

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We’re diving deep into the smooth, soulful sounds of "Bobby Blue Bland: Members Only." This album is a true treasure, bursting with the intensity and emotion that only Bobby Blue Bland can deliver.

Bobby Blue Bland, a master of his craft, pours every ounce of passion into his music. The way he sings each lyric feels personal. The “Members Only" album is packed with tracks that showcase not just his vocal skills but the soulful arrangements that accompany him.

And let’s not forget the emotion! Bobby does not hold back; he channels every love lost and gained in his heartfelt delivery. Songs like "Members Only" encapsulate that feeling of exclusivity—like he’s letting you into his world, into the club of those who’ve felt heartbreak and joy in equal measure. It's a musical safe haven, and once you’re in, you never want to leave.

I’m Gail Nobles. Thank you for listening to Podcast and Blues. Turn down the lights. Pour yourself a glass of something smooth, and let Bobby Blue Bland serenade you.

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Big Rob is a powerhouse in the southern soul scene bringing that feel goodbye vibe that gets your feet moving in your heart grooving. “Cuttin Up” is a perfect blend of tasty guitar licks, infectious rhythms, and lyrics that celebrate good times.

Bigg Robb’s voice shines through as he invites everyone to cut loose, let go of their worries, and just enjoy the moment! It’s a call to the dance floor, where the spirit of joy and freedom reigns supreme.

With its catchy hook and danceable beat serves up a slice of life that connects with anyone who knows the power of a good jam session and the thrill of a night with friends. It’s that kind of anthem that brings folks together- regardless of age, background, or where you’re from. Everyone knows the joy of just letting go having and a blast!

So grab your partner, slide across that dance floor, and don’t forget to turn up the volume. Bigg Robb is here to remind us all that life is too short not to have a little fun. Let’s keep that southern groove alive. That’s the magic of ‘Cutting Up!’ Rock on with Bigg Robb.

I’m Gail Nobles, and you’re listening to Podcast and Blues .

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Ladies and gentlemen, tune in because we’re about to dive into a musical gem that deserves all the spotlight it can get. Today we’re going to discuss Lee Moses and his sensational track, You Are My Adorable One! Oh, what a tune.

You can feel that rich soul oozing from Moses magnetic voice. He sings with such passion. It’s like you can taste the love and longing in every line. “You are a dream beyond compare,” he sings, and oh, doesn’t that go deep in your soul? It’s a declaration of love that sweeps you off your feet and makes you believe in the magic of romance.

This ain’t just a typical love song. Oh no! When Lee Moses pours, his heart into lyrics, he transforms the ordinary into something utterly divine. “You answer to my prayer.” How sweet is that? It captures hope and longing celebrating that special someone who makes every sleepless night worth it. You can hear the yearning in the notes, the joy in the rhythm, and it’s enough to make you want to slow dance with the one you adore. 

Lee Moses was a powerhouse in the world of soul, and the song You Are My Adorable one proves it. He was an R&B and soul singer and guitarist. His recordings in the late 1960s as well as his 1971 LP Time and Place are highly regarded within the deep soul genre. It sounds like he also fits into the soul blues genre.

But whether you’re in love, dream of love, or just need a moment to feel those good vibes, put on You Are My Adorable One and let Lee Moses serenade your soul.

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Hello, I’m Gail Nobles. Today on Podcast and Blues we’re going to talk about soul man Alex Harris. Yes, we’re going to dive head first into the soulful sound and heartfelt story of Alex Harris. Alex’s rich voice weaves through a medley of dreams to be remembered reaching us all. We all have dreams to remember and can relate to Alex Harris.

The song that Alex sings is a cover of one of Otis Redding‘s ballads. It seems Alex is inspired by the legendary genres of soul and R&B. Dreams to Remember is a very heartfelt song. He has done a great job singing it.

So check out Alex Harris “Dreams to Remember.” It’s a musical experience that you don’t want to miss. I’m Gail Nobles. Thank you for listening.

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  If You Got A Heartache is the fifth track on Koko Taylor's 1981 blues album entitled From The Heart of a Woman. She let you know that when you've got a headache, a headache powder will ease the pain, but when you've got a heartache, there ain't nothing you can do.

Koko Taylor was a singer whose style encompassed Chicago blues, electric blues, rhythm and blues and soul blues. Sometimes called "The Queen of the Blues", she was known for her rough, powerful vocals. Over the course of her career, she was nominated for 11 Grammy Awards, winning 1985's Best Traditional Blues Album for her appearance on Blues Explosion.

Taylor became better known by touring in the United States in the late 1960s and early 1970s, and she became accessible to a wider record-buying public when she signed a recording contract with Alligator Records in 1975. She recorded nine albums for Alligator, eight of which were nominated for Grammy awards, and came to dominate ranks of female blues singers, winning twenty-nine W. C. Handy/Blues Music Awards.

 Call Taylor live to get 80 years old to learn more about her go to alligator.com/artist/Koko-Taylor/

 I'm Gail Nobles tune in again next time for more from Podcast and Blues.

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Katie Webster has a single from her 1989 album Katie Webster Two-Fisted Mama. The single is entitled Stood Up Again. The lyrics tell the story of someone who has been let down and disappointed in relationship. Katie gets stood up, but in the end her man gets stood up. She repays him.

Katie Webster was a boogie-woogie pianist. Her genres are Boogie-woogie,, soul, and swamp blues. She played piano with Otis Redding in the 1960s, but after his death went into semi-retirement.

In the 1980s she was repeatedly booked for European tours and recorded albums for the German record label, Ornament Records, with Gary Wiggins and Chris Rannenberg (The International Blues Duo). She cut You Know That's Right with the band 'Hot Links', and the album that established her in the United States: The Swamp Boogie Queen with guest spots by Bonnie Raitt and Robert Cray. Two-Fisted Mama! was released in 1989. Webster promoted the album with a North American tour. The album was nominated for a Bammy Award, in the "Blues Album" category. 

 Katie Webster passed away in 1999 at age 63. You can check out Katie Webster's music on Spotify. Thank you for listening to Podcast and Blues. I am your host Gail Nobles.

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'Now whoever said a man was hard to find 
Positively absolutely sure was lying 
Cause I just found the best man that ever was
And here's just a few things that he does
He shakes my ashes
Greases my grittle'

 Hello, I’m Gail Nobles. Welcome to Podcast and Blues. Today’s topic is Alberta Hunter.
The words that you have heard me say from the beginning comes from Alberta’s track My Handyman Ain't Handy Man No More.

 She's singing about how her man takes care of her household chores and fixes things. He does everything for her, but the title of the song is saying that the man is not handy no more. So in the title it sounds as if Alberta is saying that he is no longer able to do all those things he has done. But in the song, there is no frustration or disappointment having someone to rely on. So she could also be saying that he's more to her than a handyman.

Alberta Hunter was a jazz and blues singer and songwriter from the early 1920s to the late 1950s. After twenty years of working as a nurse, Hunter resumed her singing career in 1977. She lived to get 89 years old...

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Lower Fulson was a blues guitarist and songwriter in the West Coast blues tradition after T-bone Walker. He was the most important figure in West Coast blues in the 1940s and 1950s.
 On January 13, 1955, he recorded a single titled Do Me Right. The song was written by Willie Dixon. It was released July 1955.

 Folsom recorded for swing Time records in the 1940s, Chess Records in the 1950s, Kent Records in the 1960s, and Rounder Records in the 1980s/1990s. He wrote "3 O'Clock Blues" (B.B. King's first hit), "Reconsider Baby" (a blues standard), and "Tramp" (co-written with Jimmy McCracklin and recorded by several artists). His 1965 song "Black Nights" was his first hit in a decade, and "Tramp" did even better, restoring him to R&B stardom.

Fulson died in Long Beach, California, on March 7, 1999, at the age of 77.  He left us with a lot of great blues.

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Roscoe and Willie had a big crowd down to the Memorial Day blues 57 festival.  Roscoe and Willie had everyone dancing and singing the blues. Some of the most famous blues singers were there.

Willie:  This is what we always wanted to do and talked about doing, Rosco. Having a union of blues entertainers.

Rosco:  Yeah, it should help radio business.

Willie:  And we shouldn't have to worry about those old so-called promoters and managers and people in the record business.

Rosco:  We ain't the record business, but we can help the musicians get work and get paid performing.

Willie:  That's right  bossman.

 But Rosco and Willie ran into some problems with the memorial day blues festival. One of their greatest entertainers on the list didn't show up. A big fight broke out indoors and Rosco and Willie got written up for owing money. All kinds of things were happening, but in the end Rosco and Willie managed to keep the music going and they entertaind the crowd themselves. They were able to pull off a successful festival that left everyone feeling happy and satisfied. The experience taught them to always be prepared for the unexpected in the world of event planning.

 Soon the festival was over.

Rosco: It was all your idea! You almost got us shut down tonight.

Willie:  You mean we, Rosco. We!  You see, that's how lies get out. Our number one entertainer didn't show up.

Rosco: But we took care of that.

Willie: There you go! We!