Blues in the Basement
120 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsA blues music show that showcases the best in the blues music industry. We will highlight the artist’s music, life and journey. Hosted by the lovely blues sistahs, Cooki B. and Joy Doss.
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Living Out The Legacy
June 25, 2024 16:27 - 1 hour - 109 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, we are joined by Rod Bland, Blues artist and son to the legendary Bobby Blue Bland. We hear a raw and emotional interview and hear some of Rod Bland's greatest hits as he continues to live out the invcredible legeacy set by his iconic father. You don't want to miss this one!
Line Dance Blues
May 21, 2024 19:45 - 54 minutes - 74.8 MBOn this episode of Blues in The Basement, Cooki B and Joy are joined by Jared "JB" Boyd live from WYXR studios in Memphis, TN. They get you up off your feet with a special collection of Blues hits, made to make you dance!
Brit Blues
April 19, 2024 14:44 - 58 minutes - 80.4 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, we highlight the intertnational impact Blues has had on the world as we take you across the globe with some Blues hits from the Brits. Hear songs from artists like Eric Clapton, Fleetwood Mac and more.
TO & Steve's Picks and Licks
March 29, 2024 16:49 - 1 hour - 89.5 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, TO and Steve treat us to a live performance as they dive and discuss some of their favorite Blues hits.
Country Crossover
March 15, 2024 06:00 - 57 minutes - 78.8 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, we explore the connection between the Blues and Country music. We dive into some of the best country music hits of today and talk about the Blues aspects of the genre.
Deconstructing Lonnie Johnson
March 01, 2024 06:00 - 48 minutes - 66.4 MBOn this episode we are joined by special guest host, Steve Selvidge of The Hold Steady, as we take a turn at deconstructing the legendary Lonnie Johnson. You don't want to miss this amazing episode of Blues In The Basement!
Zydeco and The Bayou Blues
February 16, 2024 06:00 - 59 minutes - 81.5 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, we are joined by rising zydeco star and Grammy Award winning artist, Terrance Simien. We discuss his soaring career and the rise of Zydeco and the Bayou Blues.
Lenny Williams Is Back!
February 02, 2024 06:00 - 56 minutes - 77.5 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, we are joined by the great Lenny Williams. Join us as he talks about his return to the music industry and we listen to some of his newest and greatest hits.
Guitar Gods of Blues
January 19, 2024 06:00 - 58 minutes - 80.7 MBOn this episode of Blues in the Basement, we are joined by guitarist T.O. Crivens as we celebrate some of the greatest guitarist in Blues history. Listen as we hear hits from artists like B.B. King, Muddy Waters and more.
Blues in the Movies: The Graceless Age
January 05, 2024 06:00 - 51 minutes - 70.9 MBOn this Blues In The Basement episode, we continue our dive into Blues In the Movies. Music artist John Murry and the creator of the Documentary The Graceless Age: The Ballad of John Murry, Sarah Share, join us to discuss the award-winning film.
Blues in the Movies: The Blues Society
December 22, 2023 06:00 - 55 minutes - 76.9 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, we are joined by Dr. Augusta Palmer, producer of the The Blues Society. The documentary takes a comprehensive dive into the history of Blues festivals in Memphis, TN and the emerging impact of Blues in the film industry.
Craig Brewer Talks Black Snake Moan
December 08, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 88.4 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement we are joined by special guest Craig Brewer as we take a deep dive into Blues' impact in film and TV and discuss the feature film, Black Snake Moan.
Battle of The Soulful Blues: Ray Charles vs. Otis Redding
November 24, 2023 06:00 - 48 minutes - 66.3 MBOn this episode of Blues in The Basement, we are joined once again by special guest host Jared "JB" Boyd as we experience the Battle of The Soulful Blues. Legends Ray Charles and Otis Redding grace us with their amazing and iconic music.
Blues Goes Pop
November 10, 2023 06:00 - 48 minutes - 66.5 MBOn this episode of Blues In the Basement, Cooki B and Tonya are joined by special guest host, Jared "JB" Boyd as we take a look at Blues' impact on pop culture. We hear Blues songs that have been covered and used in different genres of music, films and other forms of media and entertainment.
Battle of The Shirleys
October 27, 2023 05:00 - 54 minutes - 75.3 MBOn this episode of Blues In the Basement, Cooki B and Tonya are joined by special guest host Marcus Malone, as we kick off a new season with a battle of two Blues legends; Shirley Brown vs. Shirley Murdock. We hear amazing songs from both artists and discuss what made them both legendary.
The Future of The Blues
June 01, 2023 05:00 - 52 minutes - 72.4 MBKimberly Horton, Executive Director of the Blues Foundation, joins Tonya and Ms. Cooki to talk about the future of the blues. Who's carrying the mantle? As someone who is boots on the ground when it comes to the blues, we can't wait to hear her opinion!
Cheating In The Next Room
May 18, 2023 05:00 - 48 minutes - 67.3 MBWas everybody cheating? Why is every other song about cheating or being heartbroken because of cheating? What's going on here! Cooki B. and Tonya dissect some of the most popular and interesting songs on the matter!
Saturday Night To Sunday Morning
May 04, 2023 05:00 - 45 minutes - 63.1 MBWe often refer to Southern cities as a "Saturday night- Sunday morning" kind of town. It's the kind of city where folks roll from the club house to the church house (and maybe the Waffle House in between). But the Blues is also the kind of music that is a great blend. Check it out!
New and Blue
April 20, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 92.2 MBCooki B and Tonya discuss new music and new artists in blues. Adia Victoria, Kingfish, GA 20, Amythyst Kiah...who's your new fave?
Al Green Is Blues
April 06, 2023 05:00 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MBIs he though? When you think of him it's more like Soul Brotha #1. But he does have a blues album literally called Al Green is Blues. Do we take him at his word or no? Let's listen and see. Ms. Cooki and Tonya have some thoughts! What are yours?
Southern Soul
March 23, 2023 05:00 - 54 minutes - 75.8 MBThere's a very thin line between Southern Soul and the blues. Southern Soul has managed to move the genre forward in unexpected ways, updating the sound while keeping true to the rhythms, cadences and feels of traditional blues. Cooki B and Tonya explore some of the sounds of southern soul from old school players like Tyrone Davis and Sir Charles to the new school like J Wonn and Calvin Richardson. Then they're joined by special guest Courtney Little - Mr. "Cougar Hunter" himself. The man be...
Ladies Sing The Blues
March 20, 2023 18:44 - 58 minutes - 80.1 MBThe Blues Sistas are in the building talking about well...sistas who sing the blues. From Memphis Minnie and Bessie Smith to newer voices like Beth Hart and Ruthie Foster, we're talking about how the ladies have made their mark on this music.
A History of The Chitlin' Circuit w/Preston Lauterbach
February 23, 2023 16:09 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MBPreston Lauterbach, music journalist and author of Beale Street Dynasty, is also the author of The Chitlin Circuit: And the Road to Rock 'n" Roll, where he explores the origins of rock-and-roll in Black culture, specifically Black/Delta blues culture. Cooki B and Tonya talk to him about his book, the artists and songs that served as a springboard for rock music and of course Robert Johnson. Often classified as second tier, the Chitlin Circuit birthed and nurtured some of our country's most r...
Love Stories
February 09, 2023 17:49 - 50 minutes - 70 MBThe blues has been more often than not about being "down bad." But there's some love in the mix! Maybe not ordinary or traditional love. But there IS love in the blues too. And your Blues Sistas are talking about it. Tune in!
Blues in the Basement LIVE from Suga Shack
January 26, 2023 17:00 - 58 minutes - 81 MBBlues is the Basement is back with Cooki B and new host, Ms. Tonya D! The season opened at Suga Shack in front of a live audience featuring a high energy BIG MEMPHIS performance and interview with Al Kapone/Al Kapeezy. He's not just a rapper but a blues lover too! He is creating his own lane with hip hop blues and it's a game changer. He's doing his part to keep the music going! Check it out and tell us what you think!
Blues in the Basement is Back!
January 19, 2023 17:36 - 2 minutes - 3.04 MBIt's a new season with a new co-host! Ms. Cooki B returns to Blues in the Basement with singer and music lover Tonya Dyson. We know no one can fill The Pilot's - Malvin Massey - shoes but we can keep the music, his memory and his legacy alive. Stay tuned for the first episode launching on January 26th, live from Suga Shack in Memphis!
Barbecue Blues
September 29, 2022 15:26 - 54 minutes - 74.2 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin talk about Barbecue on Blues In The Basement. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
A Deep Dive Into Bobby Rush
September 22, 2022 15:52 - 1 hour - 85.2 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin take a deep dive into the legendary Bobby Rush. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
Piedmont Blues
September 14, 2022 15:25 - 59 minutes - 81.9 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin give you the Piedmont Blues as we hear from artists like Guy Davis and Joe White. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
West Coast Blues
May 09, 2022 16:17 - 55 minutes - 76.3 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin highlight West Coast Blues as we hear from artists like T-Bone Walker and Floyd Dixon. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
Muddy Waters and The Legendary Blues Band
April 28, 2022 15:54 - 59 minutes - 81.4 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin celebrate the great Muddy Waters. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
Jump Blues and The Shouters
April 22, 2022 18:07 - 57 minutes - 79.1 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin celebrate Jump Blues and The Shouters as we hear from artists like Big Joe Turner, Walter Brown and more. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
Blues Shouters
April 14, 2022 17:07 - 57 minutes - 79.2 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin celebrate the Blues Shouters as we hear from artists like Eddie Mack, Sonny Parker and more. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
Boogie Woogie Piano
April 09, 2022 16:29 - 1 hour - 83.1 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin get you on your feet with Blues hits that make you want to move, as we hear from artists like Pete Johnson, Piano Red and more. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
Music For Running
March 18, 2022 17:09 - 58 minutes - 80.9 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin give you some high energy Blues, as we hear from artists like John Lee Hooker, J.J. Cole and more. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
Blues From 1968
March 10, 2022 20:55 - 58 minutes - 80.9 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin take you back to 1968, as we hear from artists like Buddy Guy, B.B. King and more. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
Detroit Blues
March 04, 2022 17:09 - 58 minutes - 80.9 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin highlight legendary Detroit Blues, as we hear from artists like Alberta Adams, Bobby Murray and more. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
Blues From Brazil
February 21, 2022 16:39 - 1 hour - 83.8 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin highlight great Blues from Brazil, as we hear from artists like Amleto Barboni, Andre Christovum and more. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
Anti-Valentines
February 16, 2022 17:47 - 54 minutes - 74.3 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin got the Blues on Valentines Day, as we hear from artists like B.B. King, Bessie Smith and more. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
Women Guitarists
February 07, 2022 17:26 - 55 minutes - 75.5 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin celebrate amazing women Blues guitarists, as we hear from artists like Memphis Minnie, Samantha Fish and more. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
Blues Duets
January 26, 2022 18:41 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin highlight amazing Blues Duets, as we hear from artists like Buddy Guy, B.B. King and more. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
Blues Sidemen
January 14, 2022 17:21 - 57 minutes - 78.6 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin celebrate Blues artists who stole the show as sidemen, as we hear from artists like Mel Brown, Louis Meyers and more. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
European Blues
January 12, 2022 16:49 - 1 hour - 82.6 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin honor great Blues music from Europe as we hear from artists and groups like Kyla Brox, Big Yuyu and more. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
The Most Famous Blues Songs of All Time
December 27, 2021 03:10 - 58 minutes - 80.6 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cookie B and Malvin give you the most famous Blues songs of all time as we hear from greats like B.B. King, Muddy Waters and more. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the Kudzukian app and kudzukian.com.
Thanksgiving Blues
December 27, 2021 03:08 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cookie B and Malvin celebrate Thanksgiving on Blues In The Basement with these Thanksgiving themed hits as we hear from artists like Fats Waller, B.B. King and more. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
Christmas Blues
December 27, 2021 03:06 - 42 minutes - 58.8 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cooki B and Malvin celebrate Christmas on Blues In The Basement as we hear from artists Charles Brown, Jimmy Witherspoon and more. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
Sounds of the Chitlin’ Circuit
December 24, 2021 18:43 - 56 minutes - 78.4 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cookie B and Malvin celebrate the historic sounds of the Chitlin' Circuit as we hear from artists like Buddy Guy, Bobby Rush and more. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the KUDZUKIAN app and kudzukian.com.
Memphis Blues Ladies ft. Chick Rodgers
December 21, 2021 15:46 - 1 hour - 84.2 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cookie B and Malvin are joined by the amazing Chick Rodgers as we highlight the best Blues women artists from Memphis. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the Kudzukian app and kudzukian.com.
Blues Harmonica Masters
December 21, 2021 15:45 - 1 hour - 82.7 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cookie B and Malvin introduce you to the Blues Harmonica Masters, as we hear from artists like James Cotton, Junior Wells and more. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the Kudzukian app and kudzukian.com.
Louis Jordan and The Start of R&B
December 21, 2021 15:44 - 57 minutes - 79.9 MBOn this episode of Blues In The Basement, Cookie B and Malvin celebrate Louis Jordan and the start of R&B. Make sure to tune into this brand new episode on the Kudzukian app and kudzukian.com.