Join Rico in this electric episode of Rico’s Blues News Podcast as he sits down with the multi‑talented musician Kerry Chester—a virtuoso keyboardist, expressive guitarist, soulful singer, gifted songwriter, and seasoned producer. Dig some behind‑the‑scenes access into the life of a working blues musician.

Blues fans, you won’t want to miss Episode #4 of Rico’s Blues News Podcast, featuring the legendary KK Martin! 🎶 Tune in as we dive into his musical journey, influences, and the stories behind the blues. From gritty guitar licks to raw, soulful vocals, KK Martin brings the blues to life like no other!

🎧 Listen now and get your blues fix!
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Get ready for another soulful and electrifying episode of Rico's Blues News Podcast! In this third installment, Rico is joined by none other than the powerhouse blues vocalist Pinkie Rideau as a special guest co-host.

Together, they dive into the heart of the blues, sharing stories, insights, and plenty of laughter along the way. Expect passionate discussions about the music that moves us, the artists keeping the blues alive, and maybe even some behind-the-scenes moments from the blues world.

Whether you're a longtime blues fan or just discovering the genre, this episode is packed with energy, heart, and that raw, unfiltered blues spirit. Don’t miss it!

🎙️ Tune in now and let the blues take you away! 🎶

This week's podcast features our special guest co-host, Orion Sanders of Notorious Entertainment, and the promoter of the Kern River Rock and Blues Festival, now in its 15th year.

We ran into Freebo and Alice Howe at the 2025 NAMM Show, and they were kind enough to chat with us about their partnership, what's coming up for them, and music as they see it.

Alice Howe and Freebo present a unique contrast study, bringing together a rising voice in Americana music and a venerable rock, folk, and blues icon. They have worked as creative collaborators in the studio and on stage since 2017. Freebo weaves his unique fretless bass stylings into Alice’s superb vocals for a presentation with undeniable chemistry. Together with their band, Marty Walsh (guitar) and Peter Whitehead (drums), they both lead and support each other in their well-crafted songs with flawless harmonies and tasteful instrumentation.

We were at the 2025 NAMM Show where we spoke with Dan Skatvold, Product Manager for Eastman Guitars. These guys don't gather no dust, they are constantly developing new guitars and innovations. Settle in and take a listen while we chat with Dan and provide you with gigs taking place on the Left Coast for the week of February 2-8.