Gospel Blues
Gospel Blues is a podcast focused on gospel blues singers and the music they made. Host Gail Nobles explores the artists, songs and history behind this blend of gospel and blues traditions. Episodes highlight both well-known and lesser-known performers from the genre. The show is a personal, independent production that began in 2023.
Episodes
Lady Blackbird 4.25.’26 5.39 PM
Intro by: Gail NoblesStory by: Gail NoblesPhoto: Wikipedia Public DomainLady Blackbird, the soulful artist known as Marley Munroe, released a captivating song titled ‘Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled’ from her album 'Slang Spirituals.' Released in September 2024, the album was produced by Chris Seefried and features a distinctive sound described as a 'psychedelic gospel hymn,' seamlessly blending or
Reverend Robert Wilkins 3:24:26 7.06 PM
Intro by Gail NoblesStory by Gail NoblesPhoto: Eatonland - Own workUsage: CC BY-SA 4. Wikipedia Rare 1965 Blues Recordings Released on Takoma RecordsChicago, IL — Reverend Robert Wilkins, the Mississippi-born country blues guitarist and vocalist (1896–1987), was a master of deep, expressive acoustic blues and gospel-infused songs. Originally active in the late 1920s and 1930s, he was rediscovered
BB King-Save a Seat For Me 1:29:26 2.33 PM
Photo: Marco Tambara / Lightversus - Own workUsage: Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0Voice actor: Gail NoblesKeyboardist: Gail NoblesVoice Actor: If you get to heaven before I do, save a seat for me.B.B. King save a seat for me. I’m Gail Nobles. Welcome to Gospel Blues.BB King’s song Save a Seat For Me is a treasure to me. The treasured song comes from his 1960 album, "BB King Sings Spirituals."This heartfel
The Red Clay Strays 6:28:25 5.40 PM
THE RED CLAY STRAYSWill The Lord Remember Me?Story by Gail NoblesWe’re talking about some truth tonight, some real heart and soul music from a band that's bringing something special to the scene. We're talking about The Red Clay Strays, hailing from Mobile, Alabama, and they're laying down a country blues sound that'll grab you by the collar and make you listen.Now, this track, "Will the Lord Reme
The Holmes Brothers 3-25-25 3.34 PM
Photo: Kurt "Doc" HuotUsage: CC BY-SA 2.0Intro by: Gail NoblesStory by: Gail NoblesWe’re diving deep into the heart and soul of some good old gospel blues, and you know nobody does it better than the fantastic Holmes Brothers! I’m talking about the kind of music that lifts you up and grounds you all at once, that makes you say “Amen!” as much as it gets your feet tapping. From their soulful 2001
Paul Kelly-Stealin’ In the Name of the Lord 1:19:25 5.55 PM
Keyboardist: Gail NoblesStory by: Gail NoblesLet me tell you about a tune that's got the soul and the spirit like no other! Paul Kelly's “Stealin’ in the Name of the Lord.” That’s today’s topic. Paul Kelly’s Stealin’ in the Name of the Lord” is a hard-hitting piece of musical genius that speaks right to the heart of the matter! This jam shines a spotlight on the so-called messengers of faith—those
Mavis Staples-We Shall Not Be Moved 4:15:24 9.47 PM
Story by: Gail NoblesKeyboardist: Gail NoblesVocals: Gail NoblesPhoto: Jalylah Burrell Brooklyn, NY - Mavis StaplesUsage: Wikipedia CC BY-SA 2.0We Shall Not Be Moved can also be considered a gospel blues song. Gospel blues is a genre that combines elements of traditional African-American gospel music with blues music. We Shall Not Be Moved into this genre with its uplifting lyrics and soulful melo
B.B. King & Ray Charles 10:30:23 12.45 PM
Photos: Wikipedia/Public DomainIntro by: Gail Nobles B.B. King and Ray Charles made a song together titled Sinner’s Prayer singing "Lord Have Mercy On Me." If I've done somebody wrong please have mercy. According to the lyrics they would sing about all the things they once had and how bad luck overtook, and how if they've been bad they’d change their ways.In my opinion, I think B.B. and Ray left u
The Staple Singers - Uncloudy Day 8:3:23 8.18 PM
Intro by: Gail NoblesKeyboardist: Gail NoblesVocals: Gail NoblesPhoto: Wikipedia Public DomainYou are listening to Gospel Blues. I am your host Gail Nobles. Today’s topic: The Staple Singers Uncloudy Day and Unclouded Day is a collection of recordings between 1956 in 1959 by The Staple Singers many of which that were originally released as 10-inch 78 RPM sheliac disc, that became the first 12 inch
Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings 6:26:23 5.23 PM
Song: Call on GodSong by: Sharon JonesPodcast vocals: Gail NoblesStory by: Gail NoblesHi! I’m Gail Nobles, and you’re listening to The Gospel Blues Show.What is gospel blues? According to Wikipedia, it is a form of blues based on Gospel Music that has been around since the inception of blues music. It combines evangelistic lyrics with blues instrumentation, often blues guitar accompaniment. Have y
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