Fri the 27th on The South Side | Elmore James & Bobby "Blue" Bland
Check out The South Side website for links in tribute to the birthdays of 2 great vocalists who helped define very different styles of blues.
Elmore James never gave up his acoustic guitar when he came to Chicago from the Delta...he put a pickup on it and played an intense style of slide guitar to go along with a vocal attack that's instantly recognizable.
Bobby Bland helped create an urban, big band sound that used Gospel and Rhythm & Blues to create a string of classic Soul/Blues hits in the 60's & 70's. Tune in for generous helpings of each, along with new releases and your requests.
