Today in Music History for Dec. 28: In 1842, Calixa Lavallee, the composer of "O Canada," was born in Vercheres, Lower Canada (now Quebec). The song, with words by Judge A.B. Routhier, was composed ...
Considered to be the leading postwar Chicago blues pianist, Otis Spann played on records by Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf, Sonny Boy Williamson, Bo Diddley, ...
John Mayall, a towering figure in the world of blues, has passed away at the age of 90. Known for his immense influence and prolific output, Mayall was instrumental in shaping the British blues scene.
With co-founder Paul Quinn stepping down first from touring and then recording with Saxon, they brought in Diamond Head riffmaster Brian Tatler and made Saxon’s 24th studio record. Crammed with ...