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Chris Thomas King's The Blues: The Authentic Narrative Podcast

16 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

Chris Thomas King's The Blues: The Authentic Narrative is hosted by Grammy and Country Music Award-winning blues artist Chris Thomas King. The podcast is inspired by his new book The Blues: The Authentic Narrative of My Music and Culture. This podcast series is where King engages listeners with stories about his music philosophy, culture, and everything Blues.

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Episodes

Author's Notes, Writer's and Books That Shaped My Narrative: Episode 8

August 30, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MB

This podcast talks about authors and books that helped me find my voice as a writer. Based on my book The Blues: The Authentic Narrative of My Music and Culture.

The Elvis Movie, My Reaction Podcast (Part 2 of 2) E7

July 10, 2022 18:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

The Elvis Movie, My Reaction Podcast (Part 2 of 2) E7.  In this episode, Chris Thomas King reacts to The  Elvis Movie. A review, critic, and what it means to Blues People. Blues guitar legend and author Chris Thomas King's new podcast series features in-depth criticism and conversation, restoring the authentic narrative of Black history and music culture. His podcast is based on his groundbreaking book "The Blues: The Authentic Narrative of My Music and Culture."

The Elvis Movie, My Reaction and Review (Part 2 of 2) E7

July 10, 2022 18:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

The Elvis Movie, My Reaction Podcast (Part 2 of 2) E7.  In this episode, Chris Thomas King reacts to The  Elvis Movie. A review, critic, and what it means to Blues People. Blues guitar legend and author Chris Thomas King's new podcast series features in-depth criticism and conversation, restoring the authentic narrative of Black history and music culture. His podcast is based on his groundbreaking book "The Blues: The Authentic Narrative of My Music and Culture."

Elvis Movie and the Blues, The Authentic Narrative (Part 1 of 2) :E6 (Part 1 of 2)

July 05, 2022 23:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

Elvis Movie and the Blues (Part 1 of 2) E6. In this episode, Chris Thomas King explains Elvis' rise in the 1950s and what it meant to Blues People.  Blues guitar legend and author Chris Thomas King's new podcast series features in-depth criticism and conversation, restoring the authentic narrative of Black history and music culture. His podcast is based on his groundbreaking book "The Blues: The Authentic Narrative of My Music and Culture."

The Blues Authentic Narrative Podcast: Episode 6 (Part 1 of 2)

July 05, 2022 23:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

Elvis Movie and the Blues (Part 1 of 2) E6. In this episode, Chris Thomas King explains Elvis' rise in the 1950s and what it meant to Blues People.  Blues guitar legend and author Chris Thomas King's new podcast series features in-depth criticism and conversation, restoring the authentic narrative of Black history and music culture. His podcast is based on his groundbreaking book "The Blues: The Authentic Narrative of My Music and Culture."

Elvis Movie and the Blues, The Authentic Narrative (Part 1 of 2) :E6 (Part 1 of 2)

July 05, 2022 23:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

Elvis Movie and the Blues (Part 1 of 2) E6. In this episode, Chris Thomas King explains Elvis' rise in the 1950s and what it meant to Blues People.  Blues guitar legend and author Chris Thomas King's new podcast series features in-depth criticism and conversation, restoring the authentic narrative of Black history and music culture. His podcast is based on his groundbreaking book "The Blues: The Authentic Narrative of My Music and Culture."

The Writers Interview with Chris Thomas King: Episode 5

September 29, 2021 15:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

The Writers Interview: For this podcast episode I’ve decided to play for you an interview I did in New Orleans a few weeks ago for the Writers Forum. It is a radio program out of New Orleans hosted by author Michael Tusa. I will read passages from my book and share why I decided to write what I call the first history of blues. Midway through the interview, Michael asks me was there a revelation or a surprising person or event during my research. I was shocked to learn that Eugenics was found...

The Blues Authentic Narrative Podcast: Episode 5

September 29, 2021 15:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

The Writers Interview: For this podcast episode I’ve decided to play for you an interview I did in New Orleans a few weeks ago for the Writers Forum. It is a radio program out of New Orleans hosted by author Michael Tusa. I will read passages from my book and share why I decided to write what I call the first history of blues. Midway through the interview, Michael asks me was there a revelation or a surprising person or event during my research. I was shocked to learn that Eugenics was found...

The Blues Authentic Narrative Podcast: Episode 4

August 06, 2021 14:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MB

The Story of the Guitar of Congo Square.

The Story of the Guitar of Congo Square: Episode 4

August 06, 2021 14:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MB

The Story of the Guitar of Congo Square.

Who Invented The Blues and Why?: Episode 3

June 01, 2021 18:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB

Who invented the blues and why?

The Blues Authentic Narrative Podcast: Episode 3

June 01, 2021 18:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB

Who invented the blues and why?

The Blues Authentic Narrative Podcast: Episode 2

May 24, 2021 05:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

What are my thoughts on Led Zeppelin's "borrowing" from the blues?

Led Zeppelin "Stealing" From the Blues, The Authentic Narrative: Episode 2

May 24, 2021 05:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

Led Zeppelin "Stealing" the Blues, The Authentic Narrative

The Blues Authentic Narrative Podcast: Episode 1

May 16, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MB

Did the blues originate In Africa? Plus, King previews his new single "Hard Times A'Knockin.'" Legendary blues guitarist Chris Thomas King's new podcast series features in-depth criticism and conversation restoring the authentic narrative of Black history and music culture. The podcast is based on his groundbreaking book "The Blues: The Authentic Narrative of My Music and Culture."

Did The Blues Originate In Africa?: Episode 1

May 16, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MB

Did the blues originate In Africa? Plus, King previews his new single "Hard Times A'Knockin.'" Legendary blues guitarist Chris Thomas King's new podcast series features in-depth criticism and conversation restoring the authentic narrative of Black history and music culture. The podcast is based on his groundbreaking book "The Blues: The Authentic Narrative of My Music and Culture."