This story was originally published by ArtsATL. Those who argue that the blues is dying as a musical artform have obviously never visited Atlanta. Not only are we fortunate to have a vibrant blues ...

B.B. King, the King of the Blues, would have turned 100 on Sept. 16. Most Americans know his name, his primacy among blues legends, and the singular identity of his beloved hollow-body Gibson guitar ...

Who are the best guitarists of all time? Keep reading to find the answer that will satisfy your curiosity. In the world of music, certain guitarists have risen to legendary status, not only for their ...

The Song That Changed My Life is a segment that gives us the chance to talk with some of our favorite artists about the music that made them who they are today. This time around, we're joined by ...

Since 2005 Plastic Crimewave (aka Steve Krakow) has used the Secret History of Chicago Music to shine a light on worthy artists with Chicago ties who’ve been forgotten, underrated, or never noticed in ...

If you're a music fan, you probably understand the thrill of hearing an amazing guitar riff or an electrifying Rock'n'Roll solo. Whether it's blues, folk or even metal, a good guitarist plucking away ...

Guitar gods have nothing on guitar goddesses. For about a hundred years now, women have been doing some of the best, coolest and most interesting guitar playing around. From elemental folk and blues ...

Nothing says “I’m hurtin'” like the wail of a mournful guitar. It’s a sound that melts the heart and pierces the soul. While the blues saw a resurgence in the ’80s and ’90s, it’s fallen off the ...

Being a household name depends as much on the household as it does the name. Not all reading this will know who Rory Block is, but in the households with fans of the rural blues, slide guitar and ...

The Shake ‘Em on Down tour brings a trio of blues acts to the Robins Theatre on Dec. 12. The lineup features Samantha Fish, a Grammy-nominated guitar player who’s played in Warren several times; ...

Rock has seen its share of great axmen. You know, the guys who make the guitars sing and ring out with the greatest riffs known to everyone. We’re taking a look at 21 of the best of the best—the ...