I feel better now. The long awaited move of Buddy Guy's Legends to its new home is finally complete. I must admit to having had anxiety over the... (more)

Damn, I wish I had said that. That is essentially my mission here in The Examiner and with Chicago Blues Beat, and wherever else my ... (more)

The Toddlin’ Town is gearing up for the very large and very free Chicago Blues Fest. Just as baseball fans know batting averages, fence distances, trivia and strategy, serious blues fans make it their business to be authorities on the art form. Blues fans in Chicago however... (more)

If you, like me are one of those blues fans who can’t get enough, I have just the thing for you. Nearby Dominican University is hosting The Blues & the Spirit Symposium II... (more)