Blues Business with Jimmy Sengenberger
Veteran talk show host Jimmy Sengenberger, himself a blues harmonica maestro, talks the blues and the music business with iconic artists, longtime industry professionals, and many more. It ain’t nobody’s business but the blues business!
Episodes
Kim Wilson doesn’t just play the blues — he lives it. The Fabulous Thunderbirds frontman, singer, and harmonica legend joins Jimmy Sengenberger to reflect on a storied career — from being embraced by Little Walter and James Cotton to building a legacy of his own.
Kim dishes on the Thunderbirds’ wild days in Austin, his drive to keep traditional blues alive — taking sharp aim at “blues/rock” — and why his upcoming solo album The Tim...
Blues powerhouse Larry McCray joins Jimmy Sengenberger to dig deep into the soul of the genre while giving us a tour of Heartbreak City, his brand-new album produced by Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith, featuring all-stars like Reese Wynans and Kirk Fletcher.
From his early roots playing with family to his mission to modernize the blues while preserving its heart, Larry opens up about his journey, influences, and why the Blues keeps hi...
British blues-rock powerhouse Joanne Shaw Taylor joins Jimmy Sengenberger to explore her musical journey from early blues influences to her distinctive, eclectic sound today. She shares insights into her creative process and collaborating with legendary producer Kevin Shirley and blues superstar Joe Bonamassa on her new album, Black & Gold.
Beyond the music, Joanne sh...
Guitar virtuoso Kenny Wayne Shepherd joins Jimmy Sengenberger to discuss his iconic career and fresh collaboration with 91-year-old blues legend Bobby Rush. Shepherd shares insights on recording Young Fashioned Ways with Bobby, their tour and upcoming Friday performance at Denver's Paramount Theatre, and how their partnership transcends age and background: "It's just two human beings having a great time making good music."
Southern rock torchbearer Devon Allman sits down with Jimmy Sengenberger for an intimate conversation about the Allman Betts Family Revival, the legacy of the Allman Brothers Band’s "haunting" songbook, and the responsibility of preserving their family’s musical heritage.
As a bonus, legendary vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Jimmy Hall joins the conversation, sharing stories from his early days with Wet Willie and his deep conne...
Guitar titan Warren Haynes has spent his career blending genres and pushing musical frontiers. From his Allman Brothers roots to leading Gov't Mule, Warren talks with Jimmy Sengenberger about his upcoming album, "Million Voices Whisper," and his latest live music venture — blending blues, rock, soul, and symphony.
Warren opens up about collaborating with legends like Gregg Allman and Derek Trucks, the magic of playing iconic venues...
From a childhood inspired by Blues legends to touring with icons like Slash, ZZ Ward opens up with Jimmy Sengenberger about returning to her Blues roots and balancing life as a working mother. She shares the raw emotion behind her latest single, "Mother," and how she pours heart and soul into her music and live performances.
"We weren't selling music. We were selling groove," guitar great Steve Cropper says. Now in his 80s, he's still grooving!
The legendary Blues Brother joins Jimmy Sengenberger for a fun and revealing chat — from his days as a staple at Stax Records and his time with Booker T and the MGs to his solo career and his latest album.
Blues legend Tommy Castro joins Jimmy Sengenberger to explore the moments when he truly gets lost in the music.
From his youth engrossed in listening to records to his own electrifying performances, Tommy opens up about his early days and influences and his deep connections with the blues, the Colorado music scene, and sax star Deanna Bogart.
At 11, Deanna Bogart was told "girls don't play the saxophone." Now a 5-time Horn Instrumentalist of the Year, Deanna proved them wrong.
From her early days defying stereotypes to becoming a blues powerhouse, Deanna joins Jimmy Sengenberger for an intimate and fun conversation spanning her illustrious career, musical passions, playing Colorado's Blues from the Top, and her special bond with guitarist Tommy Castro.
Blues icon Walter Trout bares his soul in the new album, "Broken" — and he's our first guest on Blues Business!
From the highs of a stellar career to the lows of personal struggles, Walter joins Jimmy Sengenberger for a fun yet intimate dive into his musical journey—an odyssey through the heart and soul of a bluesman.
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