piedmont blues

Charlie Parr Looks Inward and Upward for ‘Little Sun’

Charlie Parr Looks Inward and Upward for ‘Little Sun’

Charlie Parr remains aware of his blues tradition, but he mostly moves into his own space, building on his roots background with creativity for Little Sun.

Taj Mahal and Ry Cooder Reunite After 50 Years for ‘Get on Board’

Taj Mahal and Ry Cooder Reunite After 50 Years for ‘Get on Board’

More than 50 years since they last recorded together, Taj Mahal and Ry Cooder reunite for a tribute to blues heroes Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee.

“Guitar Has Been My Savior”: An Interview with Charlie Parr

“Guitar Has Been My Savior”: An Interview with Charlie Parr

After an accident that could have ended his career, folk blues artist Charlie Parr recovered and recorded an album comprised largely of older tunes. It marks a particular moment in the musician's life and his belief that songs never die.