In the annals of music history, the connection between the gritty, soulful blues and the raw, insurgent punk music might not seem obvious. Yet, beneath the surface of these seemingly disparate genres lies a deep, intertwining lineage. I’m Liam J. Holland, and in this exploration, we unearth how the foundational elements of blues music not
Join Liam J. Holland in Episode 19 of ‘The Blues Legacy’ as we explore ‘Britannia’s Blues: The British Invasion and the Blues Connection.’ Discover the profound influence American blues had on the British music scene of the 1960s, and how iconic bands like The Beatles and The Rolling Stones transformed blues into a global phenomenon.
Strap in for a rollicking ride back to the 1950s with “The Blues Legacy” as your host, Liam J. Holland, uncovers the electrifying intersection of blues and country that gave birth to rockabilly. This episode, “Rockin’ Roots: Blues and the Birth of Rockabilly,” dives deep into the twangy guitar riffs, thumping double bass, and rhythmic
Journey with host Liam J. Holland as we delve deep into the rich tapestry of pop music, tracing its roots back to the soulful rhythms of the blues. In this episode, we unravel the AAB lyrical structure and the signature call-and-response pattern. Highlighting music giants like Taylor Swift and Adele, we shed light on how