‘Books about Blues’ Archives
Boogie Man – John Lee Hooker (book) by Charles Shaar Murray
A warm Sunday morning kicking back on the front porch reading Boogie Man, The Adventures of John Lee Hooker in the American Twentieth Century by Charles Shaar Murray, provides a wonderful start to the week. Its not an easy read - I'm having to re-read [...]
Delta Blues (Book) by Ted Gioia
I've just finished reading "Delta Blues: The Life and Times of the Mississippi Masters Who Revolutionized American Music". This book is an incredibly read that any delta blues fan will enjoy. I love the way it's written and the first section documents an [...]
Today’s Chicago Blues (book) – The Current Chicago Blues Scene
If you're headed to Chicago any time soon I recommend you pick up the book "Today's Chicago Blues". There are lots of books about the history of the blues in Chicago but this book is all about the current blues scene and sure to enhance your visit. [...]
Blues for Dummies (Book) Yeah I Liked It
Lets get one thing straight; Blues for Dummies is actually a very good book for a light read. Now that I think about it thats what you'd expect from a "for Dummies" book I guess. I got this book from the library (since then I've ordered my own copy) and [...]
Rollin’ and Tumblin’ : The Postwar Blues Guitarists (Blues Book)
Jas Obrecht's Rollin' and Tumblin' : The Postwar Blues Guitarists is a highly recommended book about the most influential post war blues guitarist. Here are some reviews from the Amazon.com editorial page: "Documents the most important time, places, [...]