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Billy was interviewed on Chicago's Public Radio WBEZ-FM on The Morning Shift (August 9, 2019). Billy discusses his new release Roots And Branches—The Songs Of Little Walter, tells personal stories about the blues legends he's worked with, his involvement with Blues In Schools and more. Listen here.
Billy Branch can effortlessly segue from vintage Little Walter to thoroughly up-to-the-minute funky blues without dropping a beat.
Bill Dahl, Author and music critic Billy's ability to bring personal conviction to everything he plays sets him apart from many of his contemporaries .
David Whiteis, Author and Music Critic / Chicago Reader |
This award was presented by Little Walter's daughter, Marion Diaz Reacco
and Phil Moy, director of the Little Walter Foundation.
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As heir apparent to the Chicago blues harmonica throne, Billy Branch is perfectly suited to shine a bright new light on the timeless music of Little Walter Jacobs, a transcendent artist revered by millions and an inspiration to every harmonica player who followed in his wake. Roots And Branches – The Songs Of Little Walter features 15 songs written by or made famous by the harp genius, each one brought to new life by Branch and The Sons of Blues as they blend elements of soul, funk and gospel into the proceedings while remaining true to the integrity of the originals. "A potent blend of rootsy integrity and exploratory zeal" --Living Blues
