The blues news

The Blues News! Here's a rundown of the latest news and updates from the world of blues music:

New Music Releases

• Buddy Guy's new album "The Blues Chronicles" is out now, featuring guest appearances by Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and more.
• Christone "Kingfish" Ingram's debut album "Kingfish" is getting rave reviews, blending traditional blues with modern rock and soul.
• The legendary bluesman, Robert Cray, has released a new album "That's What I Heard", featuring his signature soulful vocals and guitar work.

Festivals and Tours

• The 2023 Chicago Blues Festival is set to take place June 10-12, featuring performances by Buddy Guy, Koko Taylor, and more.
• The 2023 Blues Music Awards will be held May 11-12 in Memphis, Tennessee, honoring the best in blues music.
• The legendary blues guitarist, Gary Clark Jr., is embarking on a world tour, with dates in the US, Europe, and Australia.

Awards and Honors

• The Blues Foundation has announced the nominees for the 2023 Blues Music Awards, with categories including Best New Artist, Best Contemporary Blues Album, and more.
• The legendary blues singer, Ruthie Foster, has been inducted into the Texas Music Hall of Fame.
• The blues guitarist, Joe Bonamassa, has been named the winner of the 2023 Blues Music Award for Best Instrumentalist - Guitar.

Obituaries

• The blues singer and songwriter, Barbara Lynn, passed away on January 8, 2023, at the age of 78. Known for her hit song "You'll Lose a Good Thing", Lynn was a pioneer for women in blues music.
• The blues guitarist and singer, Jimmy "Duck" Holmes, passed away on January 14, 2023, at the age of 92. Holmes was a Mississippi blues legend and a member of the Mississippi Blues Trail.

Other News

• The blues museum, the Blues Foundation's Blues Hall of Fame, has announced a new exhibit on the history of blues in Memphis.
• The Grammy-winning blues singer, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, has been named the new ambassador for the blues organization, the Blues Foundation.
• The blues festival, the King Biscuit Blues Festival, has announced its lineup for 2023, featuring performances by Buddy Guy, Robert Cray, and more.

Stay tuned for more blues news and updates!