Lunch Listen: Howlin’ Wolf – Don’t Laugh At Me
Howlin’ Wolf was a Chicago blues singer, guitarist, and harmonica player. Originally from Mississippi, he moved to Chicago in adulthood and became successful, forming a rivalry with fellow bluesman Muddy Waters. With a booming voice and imposing physical presence, he is one of the best-known Chicago blues …. Read More
OBIT: Shock G, Humpty Hump Rapper
Gregory Edward Jacobs, known professionally as Shock G (and his alter ego Humpty Hump), was an American musician, rapper, and lead vocalist for the hip hop group Digital Underground. He was responsible for Digital Underground’s “The Humpty Dance”, 2Pac’s breakthrough single “I Get Around”, and co-producer of …. Read More
BORN ON THIS DAY: Robin Williams (1951)
You know what music is? God’s little reminder that there’s something else besides us in this universe; harmonic connection between all living beings, every where, even the stars. Robin Williams, August Rush Today we will do things a little different. Robin M. …. Read More
ALBUM: Peter, Paul and Mommy
If the folk music of the 1960s had a supergroup, it would be Peter, Paul and Mary, who consisted of Peter Yarrow, Paul Stookey and Mary Travers. Today we want to feature an entire album listen for Peter, Paul and Mommy, their …. Read More
BORN ON THIS DAY: Howlin’ Wolf (1910)
We are going to be playing some Howlin’ Wolf later today. Thanks to the National Blues Museum for reminding us. Go follow them on Twitter to learn more. And get yourself started here.