Clarksdale, MS is the blues Mecca- constantly calling to those who love Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, John Lee Hooker and the later British blues explosion that reinvigorated the American icons in our minds. This is where Hwys 61 and 49 intersect at the fabled Crossroads, where some say you can still make the timeless bargain- your soul for limitless musical ability.
The Dallas Morning News has
a great article about this storied destination, and who's keeping the town intact, thought you would enjoy!
Clarksdale native Muddy Waters.
Link to ArticleFestivals in Clarksdale:
Juke Joint Festival, April 17-18. www.jukejointfestival.com
Clarksdale Caravan Music Festival, May 9. www.clarksdaletourism.com
Sunflower River Blues and Gospel Festival, Aug. 7-9. www.sunflowerfest.org
Our Philosophy:
The music press, both mainstream and independent, focus the bulk of their attention on "new music" -- the latest albums and hot new artists. But what if "new music" meant something else? What if it referred to music that, regardless of when it was originally released -- this week or 50 years ago -- was just now being discovered by an individual, or perhaps by a generation? Any music could be "new." This Web publication charts our travels along the road of discovery as we become aware and gain a greater appreciation of some of the best music ever recorded from genres including rock 'n' roll, jazz, folk, soul, funk and, perhaps most importantly of all, the blues.
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