The Parlor (Cornelius Chapel/Music Maker Relief Foundation). Review by James Mann.

Early Songs and Rarities (Concord Records). Review by Michelle Wilson.

The legendary 83 year old bluesman can still command a stage, says Roi Tamkin.

Bad Mouthin’ (Yep Roc). Review by David Whited.

Tell the Devil…I’m Gettin’ There as Fast as I Can (Bordello Records). Review by James Mann.

Give It Back To You (Concord Music Group). Review by James Mann.

New Dawn (Wind Up). Review by Carl F Gauze.

Feels So Good ( TRC Records). Review by James Mann.

Moving (Vizztone Label Group). Review by James Mann.

Get Up! (Stax Records). Review by James Mann.

Chicago Bob Nelson passed away on January 18. James Mann recalls this legendary bluesman.

The Morlocks Play Chess (Popantipop). Review by Sean Slone.

Brother Ali raps more gratitude than attitude, sending a refreshing surge of celebration through Chicago’s Metro.

The Unkindness of Crows (Southern Lord). Review by Matthew Moyer.

Brave New World (In Music We Trust). Review by Tim Wardyn.

Heart of the Blues. Review by Kyrby Raine.

Full Circle (Ruf Records). Review by Sean Slone.

Cold As Ice (Telarc). Review by Carl F Gauze.

Voice of Treason (Sanctuary). Review by Jen Cray.

No one will contest the importance of John Lee Hooker in the development of rock music. Bob Cliffordson explains why another DVD of material is still essential.