Blues is the Truth

By: Ian McHugh
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  • Blues is the Truth is a weekly 2 hour radio show, featuring some of the very best new Blues Music alongside some classic tracks that define the genre. Presented for a decade by Ian McHugh, frontman and guitarist with the band Blues is Truth and compere of the Ealing Blues Festival main stage, The show is informative, entertaining and sometimes a little different....
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  • Blues is the Truth 729

    Blues is the Truth 729
    Nov 15 2024
    In the latest edition of Blues is the Truth, hosted by the always engaging Ian McHugh, we bring you another electrifying mix of blues that’s sure to keep your toes tapping and your heart singing. As always, the show features beloved segments like Blues Driver, Title Track Tango, and The Song Remains the Same, offering unique takes on the genre we love.

    This week’s lineup includes incredible music from Freddie King, The Terraplanes Blues Band, ZZ Top, Jimi Barbiani, Jerron Paxton, Corey Harris, Lowell Fulson, Leavin’ Trunk, Joanne Shaw Taylor, Ian Siegal meets Johnny Mastro, Ori Naftali Band, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Ruthless Blues, Robert Hokum and Devil Drives, Breezy Rodio, The Hitman Blues Band, Hat Fitz and Cara Robinson, Larkin Poe, Albert Castiglia, Eva Carboni, Bjorn Peter Thissel, Mandolin Jack, and Buddy Guy.

    Don’t miss a beat – listen now and immerse yourself in the sounds of legends and rising stars alike. Subscribe, share, rate, and review to help us keep spreading the blues love and growing the community!
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    2 hrs
  • Blues is the Truth 728

    Blues is the Truth 728
    Nov 8 2024
    Get ready for another electrifying episode of Blues is the Truth, hosted by the passionate and knowledgeable Ian McHugh! This week’s show is packed with an incredible lineup of blues legends and emerging talent, bringing you both classic and contemporary sounds. You’ll hear tracks from the iconic Ry Cooder, the soulful Mississippi MacDonald, and the powerful Kyla Brox, as well as new favourites like The Cinelli Brothers, Murali Coryell, and Patrick West.

    Don’t miss the show’s beloved regular features, Blues Driver, Title Track Tango and The Song Remains the Same where we dive into the stories behind the songs, showcasing the heart and history of the blues. Also featured are tracks by Oscar Wilson, Giles Robson, John O’Leary and Point Blank, Rob Millis, and the legendary Dave Kelly. Fans of powerful vocals and intricate guitar work will love performances from artists like Warren Haynes, CW Ayon, The Two Bad Jims, and the Chris Bevington Organisation.

    We’re also spinning timeless tunes from blues legends Freddie King, Sweet Papa Lowdown, Jimmy Rogers, and the captivating Robert Finley, among others. Join us as we dive deep into the world of blues with this unbeatable playlist, celebrating the genre’s raw energy and emotional power.

    Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review Blues is the Truth to keep the blues alive and never miss an episode!
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    2 hrs
  • Blues is the Truth 727 Tribute to Robert Hokum

    Blues is the Truth 727 Tribute to Robert Hokum
    Nov 1 2024
    Blues is the Truth - Tribute to Robert Hokum

    In this special episode, Blues is the Truth pays tribute to the late, great Robert Hokum. We’re celebrating his life and legacy with an intimate look back at his work and impact on the blues scene. This episode includes a 2020 interview with Robert where he opens up about his “musical DNA” and shares stories from the Ealing Blues Festival, which he helped shape into a landmark blues event in the UK.

    The episode features music from Robert himself and some of his standout projects, including Blues Sans Frontiers, Robert Hokum and the Guv’nors, The Great West Groove, and The Robert Hokum Revue. You’ll also hear from artists who influenced and inspired him, like BB King, The Shadows, Alexis Korner’s Blues Incorporated, and Doris Henderson with the Robert Hokum Blues Band. Rounding out the lineup are tracks from other notable blues talents including Delta MacLeod, Northsyde, Earl Thomas, Terry Marshall and Friends, and more.

    Tune in for a heartfelt musical journey honoring the unforgettable Robert Hokum and the legacy he left in British blues. 🎶
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    2 hrs

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