2.2K views · 173 reactions | Remembering Lizzie Douglas (June 3, 1897 – August 6, 1973), known as Memphis Minnie. She was a blues guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter whose recording career lasted for over three decades. She recorded around 200 songs, some of the best known being "Bumble Bee", "Nothing in Rambling", and "Me and My Chauffeur Blues". (Wiki) #memphisminnie #blues #dimestoreradio | Dime Store Radio | Facebook

B.B. King - Three O'Clock Blues (Live) (1951) B.B. King's '3 O'Clock Blues,' released in 1951, marks a pivotal moment in the blues legend's career and the genre's evolution. This track, a heartfelt rendition of Lowell Fulson's original, became King's breakthrough hit, showcasing his signature emotional vocal style and distinctive, vibrato-rich guitar playing. Recorded at Sam Phillips' Memphis Recording Service, the song captures the raw emotion of King's live performances, making a profound impa

6K views · 219 reactions | The 43rd Blues Music Awards are just one month away on May 5th. Join us in Memphis for a special night celebrating blues artists, performances, and recordings from the past year at the newly renovated Renasant Convention Center. Tickets to the BMA ceremony are available here: https://bit.ly/2022-bma-tickets Take a look at the new space in the video below! | The Blues Foundation | Facebook