Join Kelvin Huggins as he dives deep into the tangled roots and resonant echoes of December 1st in blues history.

December 1st stands as a noteworthy date in the annals of blues and related music genres, marked by a dense concentration of significant events. An analysis of historical data reveals that this date encapsulates the full spectrum of the music world's lifecycle, from the births of influential, multi-million-selling artists to the untimely deaths of rising stars. Landmark recording sessions, from the foundational era of the 1920s to contemporary projects, have taken place on this day. Furthermore, December 1st has been the date for notable album releases, the inauguration of major festivals, and memorable live performances and broadcasts. Key figures associated with this date include artists such as Lou Rawls, Billy Paul, Arthur "Blind" Blake, and Magic Sam, whose careers were either celebrated or commemorated on December 1st across different decades. The events connected to this date span the entire history of recorded blues music, from its early preservation on Paramount Records to modern festival culture, underscoring its consistent relevance within the global blues community.

Hosted by: Kelvin Huggins

Presented by: The Blues Hotel Collective

Listen Tomorrow for: Another Blues Moment in Time

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