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💿 ALBUM REVIEW: Ronnie Baker Brooks - Blues In My DNA

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Ronnie Baker Brooks is a powerhouse Chicago blues guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter who carries the torch of a legendary musical lineage. Born into blues royalty as the son of Hall of Famer Lonnie Brooks, Ronnie didn’t just inherit the music—he lived it. He cut his teeth learning directly from master icons like B.B. King, Albert Collins, and Willie Dixon. Today, the multiple Blues Music Award winner seamlessly blends authentic Chicago roots with a high-octane mix of rock, funk, and soul. “I’m blessed to have learned from the best,” Brooks says. “I’m carrying them within me.” 🎵 LISTEN & SUPPORT THE ALBUM ▶ Listen to Album Samples (Click to Expand) Add this Record to Your Collection Available on CD and in Digital Formats. 🛒 Buy Album on Amazon Store As an Amazon Associate, Bman earns from qualifying purchases. As an Amazon Associate, Bman earns from qualifying purchases. < The Deep Dive The continuation of Chi...
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👀Check This Out! - Nicole Glover - Blues Up And Down - Look in sidebar for a quick video

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 I found Nicole Glover about a 2 years ago when I went to see trumpet player, Ingrid Jensen in one of her side bands, Artemis. Artemis is an all women band that plays jazz and Nicole was a recent addition. Ingrid was terrific but I wasn't expecting powerhouse Glover to blow me out of my seat. Here piano wiz Miki Yamanaka showcases Glover in her Youtube show, Miki's Mood. I was fortunate to see Yamanaka in a small club in Scottsdale and she's great. I've also been fortunate to see Glover with Billy Hart Trio and Ursa Major with Christian McBride.  Enjoy!



Nicole Glover is a saxophonist, bandleader, composer, and educator based in New York City. In 2026, Nicole was awarded “Up and Coming Musician of the Year” by the Jazz Journalists Association and #1 Rising Star Tenor Saxophonist & #1 Rising Star Soprano Saxophonist by Downbeat Magazine. Nicole’s trio featuring bassist Tyrone Allen II and Kayvon Gordon headlined the legendary Village Vanguard and released their sophomore album Memories, Dreams, Reflections on HighNote-Savant Records in 2025.

Nicole is a sought-after collaborator. She is currently touring with groups led by Christian McBride and Renee Rosnes, including the multi-award winning ARTEMIS. She has also toured and recorded with Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. Additionally, Nicole has worked under the leadership of drummers Al Foster, Billy Hart, Lenny White, Victor Lewis, Kenny Washington, Carl Allen, Gregory Hutchinson, and Joe Farnsworth; Grammy-winning vocalists Dee Dee Bridgewater and Buika; bassists John Patitucci, Reggie Workman, Harish Raghavan, Ben Wolfe, and Or Bareket; vibraphonist Joel Ross; and pianists Bill Charlap, Geoffrey Keezer, Aaron Diehl, Luis Perdomo, Christian Sands, Micah Thomas, and George Colligan, among others.

Nicole is on a committed educator. She is currently on faculty at the Manhattan School of Music, has taught at Princeton University, The New School, and San Francisco Conservatory of Music, and has taught masterclasses and private lessons to students around the world.

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