Sugar Blue has certainly pushed the boundaries of the harmonica, with his rapid fire licks, lots of high end runs and gorgeous tone. It was perhaps his early jazz influences that shaped his distinctive sound, although there is no doubt that he has paid homage to the harmonica greats, spending time with some of the classic players. 
As well as numerous solo albums, Sugar has recorded with many illustrious names, including the Rolling Stones, Willie Dixon and Frank Zappa, to name but a few. 
He has two Grammy awards and has recently released his new album, Colors.

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Links:
Sugar Blue's website:
https://www.sugar-blue.com/

YouTube:

Pontiac from Crossroads album:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oo_4V2oQkJQ

From Paris to Chicago album:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erR3ykdWjUs&list=PLKy7ZszBRofeRhtxfOq9AnNJJE-oEkPzR

With Louisiana Red:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNJvfPF_S1w

Willie Dixon Hidden Charms album: Blues You Can’t Lose
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_PudHiZWnI&list=PLvxWibFr0wiK2EYwsSfV3C2bg_i5GDNvL

Sugar Blue Unplugged:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dtNgTBZx2HY


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