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Jimellow · 10-15-2006, 08:39 AM

Recently, I've been listening to an online radio station at JazzandBlues.org. Initially I was drawn to the station for their jazz music, but while listening in the evenings, they switched to blues coverage, and I love it!

Previously, I made a thread regarding jazz in which I sought recommendations, and that thread has since turned into a fantastic resource that I am constantly using when seeking out jazz artists and recordings.

Whereas jazz has been a difficult/uncomfortable transition for me to make initially, I found that I enjoyed the blues as soon as I was exposed to it. Unfortunately, this exposure has been very limited and a bit unfocused.

Could those of you that are familiar with and enjoy blues music please provide recommendations, as well as favorite musicians and songs?

I am not familiar with the history of Blues at all, nor am I sure if there are different eras as there were in jazz. If there were different eras, I'd generally be interested in music that would serve as a good means for introducing me to the blues, while also providing an enjoyable listen. I've found the blues I've had exposure to be very enjoyable, whereas with jazz, I found the transition to be a little more trying.

Ultimately, I am looking for blues music that is enjoyable to listen to. The historical aspect is interesting to me, but when it comes down to it, I'm most concerned about being exposed to music I enjoy.

10-15-2006, 08:39 AM	#1 (permalink)
Jimellow Junkie	Looking to get the Blues... Recently, I've been listening to an online radio station at JazzandBlues.org. Initially I was drawn to the station for their jazz music, but while listening in the evenings, they switched to blues coverage, and I love it! Previously, I made a thread regarding jazz in which I sought recommendations, and that thread has since turned into a fantastic resource that I am constantly using when seeking out jazz artists and recordings. Whereas jazz has been a difficult/uncomfortable transition for me to make initially, I found that I enjoyed the blues as soon as I was exposed to it. Unfortunately, this exposure has been very limited and a bit unfocused. Could those of you that are familiar with and enjoy blues music please provide recommendations, as well as favorite musicians and songs? I am not familiar with the history of Blues at all, nor am I sure if there are different eras as there were in jazz. If there were different eras, I'd generally be interested in music that would serve as a good means for introducing me to the blues, while also providing an enjoyable listen. I've found the blues I've had exposure to be very enjoyable, whereas with jazz, I found the transition to be a little more trying. Ultimately, I am looking for blues music that is enjoyable to listen to. The historical aspect is interesting to me, but when it comes down to it, I'm most concerned about being exposed to music I enjoy. __________________ Desperation is no excuse for lowering one's standards.