Blues Business with Jimmy Sengenberger

Kim Wilson Knows You Can't Fake the Blues (#011)

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 Time Has Come may be his rawest yet. He’s also heading back to the Blues from the Top Festival [https://bluesfromthetop.org/] in Winter Park, Colorado — where, at 9,000 feet, one thing’s for sure: “It’s hard to breathe!” And as always, Kim keeps it real: “We weren’t trying to fit a box — we just wanted to make good music.”

Larry McCray Talks Heartbreak City, Blues Roots — and Jams with Jimmy (#010)

Blues powerhouse Larry McCray joins Jimmy Sengenberger to dig deep into the soul of the genre while giving us a tour of Heartbreak City [https://www.amazon.com/Heartbreak-City-Larry-McCray/dp/B0F54F239N], 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 hitting home. Plus, Larry and Jimmy (who blows harp) close things out in the only way true bluesmen can — with a down-home, off-the-cuff jam session!

Joanne Shaw Taylor Tunes Her Guitar to Blues, Rock and Hank's Howls (#009)

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. [https://www.amazon.com/Black-Gold-Joanne-Shaw-Taylor/dp/B0DST4RBHP] Beyond the music, Joanne shares the latest on her "psychotic sausage dog," Hank. Will she finally release her long-awaited, canine-centered album?

Kenny Wayne Shepherd Crosses Blues Generations (#008)

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 [https://www.amazon.com/Young-Fashioned-Bobby-Kenny-Shepherd/dp/B0DSG9FTWZ] 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."

Devon Allman and Jimmy Hall Carry the Allman Brothers’ Torch (#007)

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 connections to Gregg Allman and the timeless music of the Allman Brothers.