{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"hearthis.at","provider_url":"https:\/\/hearthis.at","height":"150","width":"100%","title":"Blues is the Truth 750","description":"\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Blues is the Truth \u2013 New Episode Out Now! \ud83c\udfb6\n\nThe blues is back and so is Ian McHugh, guiding you through another hour (and then some!) of the finest blues sounds from across the decades on this week\u2019s episode of Blues is the Truth.\n\nThis week\u2019s show kicks off with the searing guitar of Otis Rush and doesn\u2019t let up, with deep Delta vibes from The Jelly Roll Kings, timeless power from BB King, and raw soul from Barrett Strong.\n\nModern magic is well represented too, with the incredible Derek Trucks Band, the high-energy sounds of Rick Estrin and the Nightcats, the fierce fire of Larkin Poe, and the soulful touch of Benny Turner.\n\nThere\u2019s emotional intensity from Bobby Messano, killer phrasing from Gary Moore, and deep Chicago grit from Lurrie Bell. Too Slim and the Taildraggers bring some edge, while Deborah Coleman and Breezy Rodio offer up their own unique and powerful takes on the blues.\n\nWe\u2019ve got harmonica brilliance from Giles Robson, powerhouse vocals from Jackie Scott and the Housewreckers, and something special from Wynton Marsalis and Eric Clapton, blending jazz and blues with elegance and style.\n\nThe legends are here too\u2014Albert King, Muddy Waters, and Elmore James all make appearances to remind us where it all began, while the late, great Jo Ann Kelly brings things full circle with her unforgettable voice.\n\nThis one\u2019s loaded with feeling, energy, and some unexpected gems\u2014perfect for long-time fans and new listeners alike.\n\n\ud83c\udfa7 Listen now: https:\/\/hearthis.at\/ian-mchugh\/blues-is-the-truth-750\/\n\n\ud83c\udf00 Like, share, subscribe, and tell a friend\u2014Blues is the Truth is where the music always matters. \ud83d\udc99","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/img.hearthis.at\/2\/7\/7\/_\/uploads\/9657207\/image_track\/12016785\/w1200_h628_q70_ptrue_v2_----cropped_1745091675772.jpg","thumbnail_width":1200,"thumbnail_height":628,"html":"<iframe scrolling=\"no\" id=\"hearthis_at_track_12016785_light\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" width=\"100%\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/hearthis.at\/embed\/12016785\/transparent\/?style=2&block_size=2&block_space=2&background=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allowtransparency><\/iframe>","author_name":"Blues is the Truth","author_url":"https:\/\/hearthis.at\/ian-mchugh\/"}