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Ezra Furman, the rage of a modern America at the Cabaret Sauvage Formerly the leader of the band Ezra Furman and the Harpoons (2006–2011), the American rock troublemaker returned to the spotlight in 2025 with the excellent Goodbye Small Head, her latest album to da...

🎫 #LIVEREPORT : Ezra Furman, the rage of a modern America at the Cabaret Sauvage
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Dave Keyes in interview “it all starts with the blues” Discover the unique world of Dave Keyes, a master of New York blues and roots rock, with his album Two Trains.

Dave Keyes is one of the most distinctive figures in New York blues and roots rock. A flamboyant pianist, a fully committed singer and an inspired songwriter, he belongs to the great American tradition.
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Tinsley Ellis in interview: “I’m in the right place, at the right time” With Labor Of Love, Tinsley Ellis confirms the acoustic turn he began with Naked Truth, released in February 2024. In our exclusive interview, he looks back on his relationship with the blues and on w...

🎙️ Tinsley Ellis in interview: “I’m in the right place, at the right time”. With Labor Of Love, Tinsley Ellis confirms the acoustic turn he began with Naked Truth.

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Zach Ernst in interview « Antone’s is a story we keep writing » Discover the story of Antone’s in Austin with Zach Ernst, its director for the past ten years, in an exclusive interview.

Founded in Austin in the mid-1970s by Clifford Antone, Antone’s established itself as a landmark of modern blues, a space where the blues converses, night after night, with a generation of Texas musicians in the process of defining themselves.

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A highly anticipated new album for Robben Ford Figurehead of modern blues, Robben Ford returns with Two Shades Of Blue, a new album set for release on March 27, 2026 via Provogue / Artone. Blues Actu takes a closer look.

Figurehead of modern blues, Robben Ford returns with Two Shades Of Blue, a new album set for release on March 27, 2026 via Provogue / Artone. Blues Actu takes a closer look.
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Chris Rea on the road to paradise (1951–2025) The British singer, songwriter and guitarist Chris Rea passed away this Monday, December 22, at the age of 74.

The British singer, songwriter and guitarist Chris Rea passed away this Monday, December 22, at the age of 74.
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Dario Lombardo in an interview “You have to understand what you’re singing” At the Maison du Blues, Dario Lombardo reconnects with a story that ties him closely to the French scene. A meeting with a larger-than-life bluesman, fueled by anecdotes, history, and an overflowing p...

At the Maison du Blues, Dario Lombardo reconnects with a story that ties him closely to the French scene. bluesactu.com/en/dario-lom...

Eric Bibb in interview: “Understanding our past is how we build the future” In this exclusive interview, Eric Bibb discusses a foundational work conceived as much as a commitment as it is an album.

Eric Bibb in interview: “Understanding our past is how we build the future”

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Matt Pascale in interview: “Today we don’t live, we survive.” Still unknown just a few months ago, Matt Pascale surprised the blues scene with a remarkable album, simply titled Home, released on Dixiefrog.

Matt Pascale in interview: “Today we don’t live, we survive.”
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Toronzo Cannon interview: “Blues is the music of the people” A major figure of contemporary Chicago blues, Toronzo Cannon keeps following a singular path.

A major figure of contemporary Chicago blues, Toronzo Cannon keeps following a singular path. Read our interview.

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[Live Review] John Butler: an ocean of nuances at Le Transbordeur It had been 15 years since Lyon last welcomed John Butler, following a memorable concert back in 2010 during the John Butler Trio era.

It had been 15 years since Lyon last welcomed John Butler, following a memorable concert back in 2010 during the John Butler Trio era. LIVE REPORT !

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[Live report] Larkin Poe set La Sirène ablaze in La Rochelle The appearance of Larkin Poe and Son Little at La Sirène in La Rochelle had all the makings of an unmissable event for anyone following the evolution of contemporary blues. Blues Actu was there and he...

Larkin Poe set La Sirène ablaze in La Rochelle. Blues Actu was there and here is our report.

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Discover our review of "One Mississippi" by Eric Bibb Blues Actu listened to Eric Bibb’s new album, set for release in January 2026, just for you. Don’t wait to discover our review of One Mississippi along with the brand-new single Muddy Waters, released...

Blues Actu listened to Eric Bibb’s new album, set for release in January 2026, just for you. Don’t wait to discover our review of One Mississippi along with the brand-new single Muddy Waters, released today.
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Selwyn Birchwood in interview “We love playing, touring and sharing this music” Discover the exclusive interview with Selwyn Birchwood, the rising talent of modern blues. He talks about his new album and his European tour.

Florida-born guitarist, singer and songwriter Selwyn Birchwood has established himself as one of the most inspired voices in modern blues. An exclusive interview where he tells us about the arrival of a new album ...

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68th Grammys: spotlight on the blues categories The 2026 Grammy Awards ceremony, set for Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, has finally revealed its nominees. Among the 95 categories this year, blues fans will be keep...

The 2026 Grammy Awards ceremony, set for Sunday, February 1, 2026, in Los Angeles, has finally revealed its nominees. Among the 95 categories this year, blues fans will be keeping a close eye on four in particular — and Blues Actu takes a closer look.
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Bo Weavil interview: “The blues is a state of mind” With his eighth album Shadows, Bo Weavil invites us on a colorful journey where the blues blends with a palette of shades spanning rock, funk, and reggae.

With his eighth album Shadows, Bo Weavil invites us on a colorful journey where the blues blends with a palette of shades spanning rock, funk, and reggae.

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Marcia Ball announces her retirement after being diagnosed with ALS The legendary Texas-born blues singer, pianist, and songwriter Marcia Ball has announced her retirement from touring and live performances.

The legendary Texas-born blues singer, pianist, and songwriter Marcia Ball has announced her retirement from touring and live performances. The artist revealed that she has been diagnosed with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease).
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Atua Blues Interview: “Music is a language that transcends all divides” With their new album "Two Roots", David Noël and Grant Haua are building a musical bridge between Occitania and New Zealand.

With their new album “Two Roots”, David Noël and Grant Haua are building a musical bridge between Occitania and New Zealand. We went to meet them to talk about their superb project, Atua Blues, whose first album is released on Dixiefrog.

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Robert Finley in Interview: “A Winner Never Gives Up!” The Rhino Jazz Festival went all out by inviting an artist whose voice and presence have achieved unanimous acclaim on today’s blues scene: Robert Finley.

Robert Finley in Interview: “A Winner Never Gives Up!”

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“Ain’t Got Time”: Solomon Cole Digs Deep with Cavernous Blues Blending raw blues, tight grooves, and polished production, Solomon Cole is carving out his own voice on the contemporary blues scene.

Blending raw blues, tight grooves, and polished production, Solomon Cole is carving out his own voice on the contemporary blues scene. We tried to dig a little deeper to find out more!
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Check out “This One Don’t,” the new single from Eric Bibb Eric Bibb has teamed up with Blues Actu to give fans an exclusive first look at his brand-new video: “This One Don’t” - the lead single from his upcoming album One Mississippi, out January 30, 2026, o...

Eric Bibb has teamed up with Blues Actu to give fans an exclusive first look at his brand-new video: “This One Don’t” – the lead single from his upcoming album One Mississippi, out January 30, 2026, on Repute Records.
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In Memory of Fred Brousse (1965 – 2025) Fred Brousse has left us after a long illness. Guitarist, harmonica player, singer, composer and complete showman, he devoted his life to sharing and keeping the blues alive with passion and tremendou...

Fred Brousse was an extraordinary talent, a true music enthusiast who could capture all the emotions and subtleties of the blues, but also of soul, jazz, and their many offshoots. His warmth, calm demeanor, sharp humor and winning smile will be sorely missed.
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Ana Popovic in interview : “Dance to the rhythm of life” On October 31, Ana Popovic will release Dance To The Rhythm, her thirteenth album. Following in the footsteps of her album Power, released two years ago, the Serbian guitarist and singer reaffirms her...

Ana Popovic in interview !

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Marcus King in Interview: “I wanted to paint my region the way I feel it” An encounter with Marcus King, an unclassifiable artist (and that’s a good thing!) ...

Marcus King in interview
Here is an artist who makes an impact with every release, rare but always essential, in just ten years of career. After the soulful and groovy elegance of Mood Swings, he reunites with his longtime band and dives into a country-folk universe ...
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New Rolling Stones album: what we know! Two years after the release of Hackney Diamonds, the Rolling Stones have truly turned the amps back on. Blues Actu takes stock of what we really know… and what remains unclear!

Two years after the release of Hackney Diamonds, the Rolling Stones have truly turned the amps back on. Blues Actu takes stock of what we really know… and what remains unclear!

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In Memory of Francis Delvaux (1948–2025) Francis Delvaux left us suddenly, following an accident. A familiar yet discreet figure of the Belgian radio landscape, he was one of those people who preferred to shine the spotlight on artists rathe...

Francis Delvaux left us suddenly, following an accident. A familiar yet discreet figure of the Belgian radio landscape, he was one of those people who preferred to shine the spotlight on artists rather than on himself. Blues Actu pays tribute to him.

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69-73: Paul McCartney's heroic period revisited in comics Once again, Blues Actu takes a step aside from the blues world to explore pop culture and introduce you to the beautiful graphic novel by Hervé Bourhis, simply titled Paul, published by Casterman.

Once again, Blues Actu takes a step aside from the blues world to explore pop culture and introduce you to the beautiful graphic novel by Hervé Bourhis, simply titled Paul, published by Casterman.

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Arnaud Fradin in interview “28 years with Malted Milk and still the same desire!” In a fascinating interview for Blues Actu Radio, Arnaud Fradin lifts the veil on the new Malted Milk album, and much more!

8 years of Malted Milk and we still can’t get enough. In a fascinating interview for Blues Actu Radio, Arnaud Fradin lifts the veil on this new project, and much more!
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Manu Lanvin in interview: "My mission on Earth now, I know it" Surrounded by his team of musicians and loyal friends (Axel Bauer, Beverly Jo Scott, etc.), Manu Lanvin explores his inner struggles, regrets, and longings for elsewhere, without ever losing the fire ...

#INTERVIEW : Surrounded by his team of musicians and loyal friends, Manu Lanvin explores his inner struggles, regrets, and longings for elsewhere, without ever losing the fire of the blues and the energy of rock and blues.

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Mike Andersen in interview: "I write what I feel" Blues Actu sat down with this endlessly creative musician, who tells us everything about a new album not to be missed.

Blues Actu sat down with this endlessly creative musician, who tells us everything about a new album not to be missed.
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