Madison Blues Society

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  Artist Spotlight: Left on High Street
  Left on High Street is a Cambridge‑based roots‑rock and blues outfit known for their tight musicianship, warm stage presence,… Read more: Artist Spotlight: Left on High Street
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  Artist Spotlight: Buddy Guy (George “Buddy” Guy, b. 1936)
  Buddy Guy is one of the most electrifying guitarists in American music history and a towering figure in Chicago blues. Known for his explosive solos, fearless improvisation, and magnetic stage presence, Guy helped define the modern electric blues sound and influenced generations of rock and blues musicians. His work with Junior Wells, Muddy Waters, and countless Chicago legends places him firmly among the most important blues artists of the 20th and 21st centuries.
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  Artist Spotlight: Junior Wells (Amos Blakemore) (1934–1998)
  Overview Junior Wells stands as one of the defining voices and harmonica stylists of Chicago blues. Known for his… Read more: Artist Spotlight: Junior Wells (Amos Blakemore) (1934–1998)
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  A Brief History of the Blues
  Blues music originated in the late 19th century among African Americans in the Deep South, evolving from African musical traditions and reflecting the social and economic struggles of freed Black communities.
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  Artist Spotlight: The Blues Disciples
  Artist Spotlight: The Blues Disciples Return to Artist Spotlight List The Blues Disciples are one of Madison’s longest‑running and… Read more: Artist Spotlight: The Blues Disciples