Blues artists

A look back through the blues legend’s career, from his early days to his Grammy wins and collaborations with Bobby Bland, Bono and Eric Clapton

A look back through the blues legend’s career, from his early days to his Grammy wins and collaborations with Bobby Bland, Bono and Eric Clapton

What did it mean for B.B. King, a man who rose from incredible poverty to worldwide fame, to really love the way he famously did? This touching article looks upon King's philosophy with quotes from King himself and those that knew him.

So good, you'd think illustrator William Stout made a deal with the devil.

Blues Musician. A legendary guitarist and vocalist, he is best known for such hits as I'm a Man, Who Do You Love? and Pretty Thing. He was born Ellas Bates McDaniel in McComb, Mississippi and raised in Chicago. In 1955, he signed with Checkers Records and had hits with Mona, Say Man, Before You Accuse Me, and Road...

In the true sense of the term, he was the ultimate blues legend. Throughout his career, he played with eminent artists like Robert Johnson, Eric Clapton, Robbie Robertson and Jimmy Page. He had assisted many reputed players in their musical assignments and helped create some of the most notable blues harp greats of all time.

The renowned guitarist on the records that shaped his playing

"The thrill is gone" Long live BB King...

John Mayall gave players like Eric Clapton, Peter Green and Mick Taylor their start. Now the 83-year-old British blues legend is releasing his 66th album