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8th Nov 2025

Blues Moments in Time - November 8: A Blues Chronicle Across Time

Join Kelvin Huggins as he dives deep into the tangled roots and resonant echoes of November 8th in blues history.

From bottleneck pioneers to Grammy-winning trailblazers, November 8th stands as a sacred date in the blues calendar—a day where past, present, and future harmonize in soulful tribute. This episode of Blues Moments in Time journeys through the birth of Bonnie Raitt and the legacy of Kokomo Arnold, tracing the genre’s evolution from pre-war Chicago to contemporary British harmonica riffs. We spotlight Australia’s Blues at Bridgetown festival, celebrate new releases like Blues is Still Alive by Will Wilde, and preview upcoming broadcasts that honor the genre’s fusion with jazz. With archival echoes from Chet Baker’s 1979 session, this date becomes a living testament to the blues’ enduring spirit, global reach, and ever-deepening groove.

Hosted by: Kelvin Huggins

Presented by: The Blues Hotel Collective

Listen Tomorrow for: Another Blues Moment in Time

Keep the blues alive.

© 2025 The Blues Hotel Collective.

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From the Blues Hotel Collective, welcome to Blues Moments in Time—a daily dive into the echoes of blues history. Each episode rewinds the reel to spotlight a moment that shaped the sound, the culture, or the spirit of the blues. No myths, no legends—just the real stories behind the music. Tune in daily for a soulful slice of the past.
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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.