Hour One of this week’s Blues Before Sunrise opens with a lively blend of jump blues, swing, and jazz-inflected rhythm—setting […]
Rhythm, Storytelling, and the Sacred Turn
Hour Two of this week’s Blues Before Sunrise moves with a steady, confident stride through classic rhythm and blues, early […]
Prewar Blues Depth and Sacred Echoes
Hour Three of this week’s Blues Before Sunrise reaches back into the prewar era, delivering a powerful stretch of country […]
Electric Blues Crossroads and Postwar Grit
Hour Four of this week’s Blues Before Sunrise shifts the spotlight onto electric blues and the transitional sounds that helped […]
Late Night Blues, Soul Reflections, and a Gentle Fade
Hour Five of this week’s Blues Before Sunrise settles into that familiar late-night space where the music softens, the tempos […]
Swing Foundations and Early Rhythm
Hour One of this week’s Blues Before Sunrise opens the program with a vibrant mix of swing, jazz, and early […]
Jump Blues, Deep Grooves, and Gospel Truth
Hour Two of this week’s Blues Before Sunrise moves with purpose, blending jump blues energy, mid-tempo rhythm and blues, and […]
The Honeydripper’s Legacy: Roosevelt Sykes in Focus
Hour Three of this week’s Blues Before Sunrise is devoted entirely to one of the most influential figures in blues […]
From Barrelhouse Roots to Rock ’n’ Roll Sparks
Hour Four of this week’s Blues Before Sunrise acts as a bridge between eras, carrying the listener from the tail […]
Sophisticated Blues and After-Hours Soul
Hour Five of this week’s Blues Before Sunrise eases into a refined, late-night atmosphere, blending jazz sophistication, blues feeling, and […]