When I created Alligator Records, the very first promo piece to promote that very first Hound Dog Taylor album was headed "Genuine Houserockin' Music." That became our slogan, and we wear it proudly today. "Genuine" because the music we record is deeply rooted in the blues tradition (even when it pushes the standard definition of blues) and is created by musicians who have honed their songs not on synthesizers in their bedrooms, but in front of real audiences, responding to the emotional needs of their listeners. "House" instead of "theatre" or "arena" or "stadium," because our music is ultimately intimate, even when it's big and loud. It's not meant to be presented. It's meant to be shared between the musicians and the audience, like everyone at Florence's shared the music with Hound Dog Taylor. And "Rockin'" because it's designed to move you. Most of Alligator's records will move your feet or your body, but we've tried to make records that will move that other part of you—your soul. Sometimes that can mean music that cleanses your inner pain by pulling it out of you, the "hurts so good" that is so special to the blues. And sometimes it just means the pure release and fun of musicians pouring their energy into a great groove.
–Bruce Iglauer
Checkout The Preview For Brighter Days, The Live CD/DVD Release From JJ Grey & Mofro - In Stores Sept 13th!
Saffire - The Uppity Blues Women Songbook I
Enjoy 12 songs from these sassy, acoustic blues artists. Words and music to favorites: Annie's Blues • Fess Up When You Mess Up • Circle of Friends • Elevator Man • Even Yuppies Get the Blues • Fair Weather Friends Blues • How Can I Miss You When I Can't Get You to Leave? • A Little Bit Of Your Lovin' Goes A Very Long Way • School Teacher's Blues • Silent Thunder In My Heart and Weak Hips/Strong Lips. Sheet music for piano including guitar chords.
JANIVA MAGNESS' STRONGER FOR IT SET FOR MARCH 13 RELEASE
Alligator Records has set a March 13 release date for award-winning vocalist Janiva Magness' powerful new album, Stronger For It.
Podcast of #JJGrey in-studio at Louisville's 91.9 FM WFPK last Fri before the sold out show at Headliners http://t.co/zySsVaUd 1/24/2012 11:07AM
Review & photos of #JJGrey show at Louisville's Headliners (1/20). "...the most fun I've had in a long time" http://t.co/9oJrpxFs 1/24/2012 9:07AM
5 Questions with #JoeLouisWalker! And download the free track "Ride All Night" in advance of the album release on 1/31. http://t.co/BK3plQYv 1/23/2012 10:16AM
Saffire - The Uppity Blues Women Songbook I
