Gerald McClendon

Gerald McClendon

Mother Blues with Gerald McClendonSleeping While The River Runs  Sleeping Dog RecordsOriginal Release Date: August 8, 2005 Publicity: Blind RaccoonBy Peter “Blewzzman” Lauro © July 2025 Since June of 2020, I have had the extreme pleasure of reviewing three...
Rest In Peace – Betty Klein

Rest In Peace – Betty Klein

It is with deep sadness that the Atlanta Blues Society shares the passing of Betty Klein. Beloved wife of our President Emeritus, George Klein, Betty was not only his lifetime soulmate but also the heart of the Klein family and a beloved member of our ABS family –...
Frank Hamilton School

Frank Hamilton School

Say hello to the upcoming NEW term at FHS! Check out our largest collection of class offerings yet – nearly 50! From bluegrass to swing, songwriting to stagecraft,Doumbek to Do-Re-Mi, you’ll surely find a perfect fit. Rank beginners to advanced players welcome –...
The ABS Blue Flame Fund

The ABS Blue Flame Fund

The Blue Flame Fund is an ancillary fund of the Atlanta Blues Society (ABS), funded specifically for the purpose of helping local musicians and other members of the Atlanta blues community that are in need.  Established in 2010, the Blue Flame Fund was originally...
Maria Muldaur

Maria Muldaur

One Hour Mama The Blues Of Victoria Spivey Nola Blue RecordBy Peter “Blewzzman” Lauro © July 2025 On these types of historical tribute releases, more often than not the recording artist never even knew the artist being honored. With Maria and Victoria, that is not the...