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Episode 64

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5th Mar 2026

Blues Moments in Time - March 5: Resistance, Revolution, and the Rise of Modern Blues

March 5th is a day where resistance, reinvention, and raw musical power collide. From the Boston Massacre’s spark of defiance to Churchill’s Iron Curtain warning, from Little Walter’s amplified revolution to Elvis reshaping R&B on national television, this date shows the blues as more than music — it’s a running commentary on freedom, migration, and the human fight to be heard. It’s the story of how political pressure, cultural upheaval, and electrifying talent shaped the soundtrack of modern America.

IN THIS EPISODE:

[00:00] - Introduction

[00:44] - Cultural & Political

[01:39] - The Music

[02:43] - Births

[03:07] - Passings

[03:36] - Conclusion

KEY FIGURES MENTIONED:

Tommy Tucker (1933–1982)

Teena Marie (1956–2010)

Roy Ayers (1940–2024 approx.)

John Belushi (1949–1982)

Elvis Presley (1935–1977)

Little Walter (1930–1968)

Frank Sinatra (1915–1998)

MUSIC:

Tommy Tucker – Hi-Heel Sneakers

Teena Marie - I'm Gonna Have My Cake (And Eat It Too)

Roy Ayres - Everybody Loves The Sunshine

John Belushi (The Blues Brothers) - Sweet Home Chicago

Elvis Presley - That's All Right

Little Walter – My Babe

Frank Sinatra - Old Devil Moon

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Blues Moments in Time...
The History That Shaped it All.
Blues Moments in Time takes you back to the crossroads where history happened. We're talking about those electric nights in Chicago studios, those dusty Delta afternoons, those chance encounters that changed everything.

This is where you'll hear about the day Muddy Waters plugged in and shook the world, the session where Robert Johnson laid down his legacy, the moment B.B. King named his guitar Lucille. These aren't just dates and facts—they're the living, breathing stories of how the blues became the blues.

Each moment is a snapshot: the artists, the circumstances, the magic that happened when talent met opportunity. Sometimes it's triumph, sometimes it's tragedy, but it's always real. Because the blues has always been about truth, and these moments tell that truth better than anything else.

Whether it's a legendary recording session, a groundbreaking performance, or a personal turning point that shaped an artist's sound, Blues Moments in Time brings you there. You'll feel the room, hear the backstory, and understand why that particular moment still matters today.

This is blues history you can feel—one moment at a time.

Blues Moments in Time is a production of The Blues Hotel Collective
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Kelvin Huggins

The Blues Hotel Collective is an independent blues media platform dedicated to preserving, promoting, and celebrating blues culture. While we are based in Perth, Western Australia, our "hotel" is a metaphorical space—a welcoming hub where artists, fans, and historians can "check in" to connect, share stories, and immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of the blues. Our mission is simple: to give the blues a bigger voice – through authentic storytelling, in-depth interviews, and passionate music discovery.