John Heim, aka "Big Mo" and Producer Noah discuss music selections from "da Friday Blues shows, answering the questions "Why'd you play that?" or "Why'd you play THAT?"
The pod show’s back again! This week’s episode features a selection of tracks from newer artists in the blues scene, but the discussion of each leads into a commentary about the very beginning of blues and rock & roll. Listen in to hear how that story unfolds! Songs featured in the episode: Robert Randolph – …
With another week blazing by comes another episode of the pod show! This week’s sampling of tunes features various artists across many generations of blues, and the main topic of discussion is how the blues played a vital role in forming many American cultural traditions that continue to this day. Songs featured in the episode: …
Welcome back folks! Your hosts take you an another blues safari with a selection of artists across generations and blues styles, tune in to hear who’s featured! Songs featured in the episode: Roomful of Blues – “What Can I Do?” Brandon Santini – “Blues So Bad” Beth Hart – “Can’t Let Go” Willie Dixon – …
This week’s episode of the pod show is a special one! The drop the needle game has an additional player, local blues man Bryce Janey! This episode’s tracks are a little different than usual, featuring a mix of songs from artists that influenced Bryce. Tune in to hear more about his takes on them all! …
Welcome back to the show! This week’s episode features a variety of blues tunes as always, but also features one track that sits between jazz and blues, offering a unique sound that few other tracks on the show provide. Tune in to hear it! Songs featured in the episode: Eddy Clearwater – “Hypnotized” Davis Coen …
This week’s episode of the pod show is a special edition featuring a third host, Merrill J. Miller! This Cedar Rapids blues man of great renown joins your usual hosts for a game of “why’d you play that”, offering his views on the blues artists featured in the show. He offers a unique viewpoint in …
This week’s new episode features a variety of blues flavors, with a healthy dose of gospel and funky soul. Our hosts delve into the connection of gospel and blues as well as what contributes to the atmosphere of each Friday night Big Mo Blues Show. Songs featured in the episode: Tower of Power – “Diggin’ …
Its that time of the week folks! We’ve got another episode of the pod show with Big Mo and his trusty twenty – something sidekick, producer Noah. This week’s show takes a behind the scenes look at how John organizes his Friday night shows, discussing the ways he tries to balance the many flavors of …
