Mickey Baker
I’m always surprised, and somewhat disappointed when folk tell me that they are unaware of the work of guitarist/singer/composer, Mickey Baker. Most guitar players know well of the man and…
Blues And The Bear
Difficult as it is to imagine today, but back in the 1970s, it was not totally uncommon hereabouts to encounter American Bluesmen in your local supermarket, laundromat or in the…
From Earth To Black Sabbath Part I
With the 53rd anniversary of the release of the album, “Black Sabbath”, clearly in sight, it seems/seemed appropriate to dig into “Don’t Worry ‘Bout The Bear”, for an insightful view…
Birmingham’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Afghan Hound
A cutting from the October 2017 edition of HEM Life publication. I used to rent the upstairs room every Tuesday, proclaimed that Tuesdays is Bluesdays, and named the venture Henry’s…