Join host Jim Ervin as he welcomes King Falcon frontman, Mike Rubin for part one of a discussion about his exposure and inspiration in the Blues, and his work with the band. Rubin talks about his early years in the School of Rock, and his growth as a serious musician, […]
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The legendary ‘Steady Rollin’ Bob Margolin drops by on this episode of Time Signatures for a fantastic discussion about life with Muddy Waters (1973-1980), his 7 a.m. jam with Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Muddy and others, and the guitar he purchased and used on the 1975 Muddy Waters Woodstock Album… […]
It’s another fantastic episode of Time Signatures, as host, Jim Ervin welcomes Grammy nominated, 7 time Blues Music Award winner…and 2008 IBC Winner (member of Trampled Under Foot), Danielle Nicole. Danielle is with us to promote her new album, ‘The Love You Bleed’, but we cover her baptism into the […]
The band Rare Earth continues to bring its own Bluesy, R&B, Funky style to fans around the world after more than 50 years on the big stage. Join host, Jim Ervin as he welcomes two of the bands’ former longtime touring members as well as couple other well known Lansing […]
On this episode of Time Signatures, host Jim Ervin welcomes distinguished Blues harmonicist, producer and songwriter, Bob Corritore. Bob stopped in to discuss his latest CD, ‘Somebody Put Bad Luck On Me’, but they also talk about Bob’s early years in music, his hosting duties as listening parties, his work […]
In this episode of Time Signatures, host Jim Ervin welcomes the boys of Mystic Shake back to the guest chairs for a second round. This time around, Erv, Dick Rosemont, and Ben Hassenger discuss their homage to Ernie Harwell, Cokie Roberts, and their exposure on the Dr. Demento Show. They […]
Mystic Shake was an incredibly innovative, eclectic, and fun band from the Lansing, Michigan area. Join host Jim Ervin as he welcomes Mystic Shake’s founder, Dick Rosemont and former band member, Ben Hassenger for a fun-filled episode as the two former bandmates relive some of the glory years, including Dick’s […]
It’s a second round of great conversation and fun with three-time Blues Award nominee, pianist, Ben Levin. Join host Jim Ervin and Ben as they talk about the impact of Covid on his early trajectory, having his father on a ventilator for two weeks, due to the pandemic, and his […]
At only 24 years old, pianist and three-time Blues Award nominee, Ben Levin is already making a name for himself. Join host Jim Ervin for a candid discussion about Ben’s prodigious beginnings into the world of the Blues, his early years playing as part of his father’s weekend band, and […]
15 years ago, Heather Frarey started the Record Lounge with a dream and a vision. At the time, she was the ONLY female record store owner in the state of Michigan. Join host, Jim Ervin for a bluesy good time talking about the founding of the Lounge, where the journey […]
Larry McCray Part 2: In part two, Larry McCray returns for a second helping of Blues talk with host Jim Ervin. This time, the discussion revolves around celebrating Larry’s body of work, his work as an elder statesman of the Blues and his role as mentor for up-and-coming Blues musicians […]
Join host Jim Ervin for an in depth, fun discussion with your number one Bluesman, Larry McCray as they discuss his humble beginnings, the life lessons learned along the way, and getting established within the world of the Blues. We also talk about Larry’s collaboration with Blues-Rock superstar, Joe Bonamassa. […]