Best Michael Hummel Podcasts (2025)

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Petite Powerhouse: Kat Riggins and Her Blues Revival 31:27

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It’s another powerful episode this week on Time Signatures as Erv welcomes an amazing Woman of the Blues, Kat Riggins. Kat discusses her early years, with those two weeks of piano lessons, being teased as a young girl about her deeper than average voice, and being comforted by Koko Taylor, Denise LaSalle, and other female voices on the radio during…

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Altered Five: From Milwaukee to Cologne 24:30

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Season Five is cruisin' along, so you are invited to join host Jim Ervin as he welcomes Jeff "JT" Taylor and Jeff Shroedl of that Blues band from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Altered Five. The five piece band has been making waves since releasing their 2008 inaugural effort, but their 2021 release 'Holler If You Hear Me' reached number three on the US Bil…

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Songwriter Charlie Walmsley: Backstage With The Blues 36:45

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It’s a fun-filled episode this week on Time Signatures as your host, Jim Ervin welcomes a Michigan songwriter who has built an incredible long term relationship with our own Larry McCray over the past 40 years. Charlie Walmsley has had songs on Larry’s albums dating back to the 1990’s, but 2022s ‘Blues Without You’ included Walmsley’s ‘Arkansas’ an…

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Chris Henderson: The Michael Jackson of the Blues 22:27

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On this week’s edition of Time Signatures, Erv welcomes a member of the up and coming generation of the Blues, Chicago native, Christopher Henderson. From his early beginnings in the genre as a young boy, to that serendipitous moment, performing a medley of songs by Bobby Blue Bland and others at “Catfish Corner”, an establishment owned by the-Chic…

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Harmonicist Mark Hummel: Not Just Another "Blues Survivor" 57:37

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A new week on Time Signatures with Jim Ervin and this week, Erv welcomes another legendary Blues musician. Mark Hummel is a singer, songwriter and longtime band leader of the Blues Survivors, a group he formed in 1977 with Johnny Waters. And, since 1991, Hummel has produced the annual Blues Harmonica Blowout, where is he also a featured performer. …

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Kickin' Back With Songwriter Kevin Welch 26:26

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This week on Time Signatures, Erv welcomes an incredibly talented gentleman who spent nearly 20 years working in Nashville, alongside some of the top writers in country music at that time. He had music recorded by the likes of Roger Miller, Waylon Jennings, Patty Loveless, and the Highwaymen, to name a few. A few years ago, his song, ‘Millionaire’ …

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13 Grammy Nominated Charlie Musselwhile: Still Having Fun at 81! 27:51

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Growing up in Memphis, Charlie Musselwhite got lots of exposure to street performers of all kinds. On this episode of Time Signatures with Jim Ervin, the legendary Blues harmonicist stops in to chat with Erv about his early life on Beale, attending late night parties with Elvis, his move to Chicago at age 18, and cutting his musical ‘teeth’ absorbi…

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Appreciating His Roots: Grammy Award Winning Mr. Sipp 26:00

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This week on Time Signatures, Erv welcomes 2024 Grammy Winner, 2014 IBC Band Category winner as well as the Albert King Guitar Award, the Jus’ Blues Foundation’s Bobby Rush Entertainer’s Award, and the Jackson Music Awards’ Blues Artist of the Year, Castro ‘Mr. Sipp’ Coleman . He started playin in local churches at the age of 6, touring at the age …

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Know Your Worth: Grammy Award Winning Ruthie Foster 39:29

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2025 Grammy winner, Ruthie Foster drops by for our Season Five Premier to talk about her brand new album, “Mileage” and a recap of her Australian tour earlier this year. She talks about her Great Uncle singing at church when she was a little girl, recognizing the power of performance even at an early age. We also discussed her early piano and guita…

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Javina Magness, Ready to Try and Try again...and Again 1:05:49

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It’s the Season Four finale for Time Signatures, as host Jim Ervin welcomes an incredible woman of the Blues, Grammy nominee Janiva Magness. The Blues Foundation’s B.B. King Entertainer of the year in 2009, only the second female artist to be so honored, along with Koko Taylor, Magness shared deeply powerful stories from her youth and life in the B…

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Isle of Mann's Davy Knowles Touts Loud Guitars, Humble Demeanor 25:27

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This week on TIme Signatures with Jim Ervin, Erv welcomes Manx Blues guitarist, straight from the Isle of Man, Davy Knowles. Davy dropped by to talk about his early years in music, largely influenced by the likes of Rory Gallagher, Eric Clapton, and Robert Johnson. It was the Dire Straits’ Sultans of Swing that first bit Davy, and after a few guita…

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Kiersi Joli Finds Divine Guidance Towards Musical Purpose 25:09

3M ago25:09

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Just three episodes remain in Season Four, and this week, host Jim Ervin welcomes 17 year old guitar and harmonica phenom, Kiersi Jolie. Kiersi was in Michigan not long ago for a Women In Blues Showcase, held at the legendary Token Lounge in Westland, MI. Join us for a discussion about her early start in music, first taking on the piano at age 3, a…

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From Attic to Album: The Musical Odyssey of Michigan Mick 28:15

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It’s the month of June and we have just four episodes remaining in Season Four. Our guest this week is one of many Michigan musicians who have made their musical chops in the Greater Detroit area. New Baltimore native, Michael Hishon, aka ‘Michigan Mick’, released his first album ‘Big Leg Woman’ in 2024, and he stops in to talk about it in detail, …

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Buying the Time to "Work": Gil Anthony - 50+ Years in Broadcasting 59:48

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Season Four is winding down quickly, and this edition of Time Signatures features fellow broadcaster and recipient of the Keeping the Blues Alive Award, Gil Anthony. Gil has amassed more than 55 years behind the microphone, and his current radio program, ‘Blues Power’ is heard on 1450 AM, and 102.1 FM, WDIG out of Dothan, Alabama. The North Dakota …

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From an Ann Arbor Stage to 'Turning the Page', Shaun Murphy's Journey 27:35

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This week on Time Signatures with Jim Ervin, Erv welcomes some true Blues Royalty. Shaun Murphy began her career, of all places, on the main stage at the 1969 Ann Arbor Blues Festival! In 1971, she teamed up on Motown’s Rare Earth label in a group called Stoney and Meatloaf (yup, THAT Meatloaf!). She has had touring stints with the likes of Bob Seg…

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Deak Harp Sounds the Mississippi Saxophone 27:20

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This week on Time Signatures with Jim Ervin, join Erv as he ‘travels’ to Clarksdale, Mississippi for a fun chat with another legendary Bluesman, Deak Harp. Deak traveled up and down the east coast in his early life, following the James Cotton Band and that dedication turned into an opportunity to drive Cotton’s bus. But it also allowed Deak to get …

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Born into the Blues with Teeny Tucker 27:36

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This week on Time Signatures with Jim Ervin, Erv welcomes true Blues royalty, and another top woman in the Blues, Teeny Tucker. Teeny talks about her earliest inspirations in music, spending summers with her legendary musician father, Tommy Tucker, that 1994 ‘baptism by fire’, and subsequent breakthrough performance at the Apollo Theater in New Yor…

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Passion Project Leads to Lifelong Purpose: Susie Criner 22:51

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On this edition of Time Signatures with Jim Ervin, Erv welcomes Founder of Gulf Coast Entertainment, Susie Criner. In 1979, she and her husband, Sanford also restored and opened Rockefeller’s, a gorgeous building built in 1928. Rockefeller’s attracted the likes of Stevie Ray Vaughan, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, and Garth Brooks during its 18 year ru…

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Grego Anderson: When Blues Becomes a Visual Art 27:56

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It’s a special episode of Time Signatures this week as your host, Jim Ervin welcomes a fellow Michigan native turned Texas and now Florida transplant, Grego Anderson to the show. Grego is a highly skilled acoustic Blues, Folk, and Country musician, but he is perhaps better known for his work as an artist. Perhaps you have seen some of his work out …

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Messin' with the Kid... Ramos 29:44

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It’s another amazing interview on this week’s edition of Time Signatures with Jim Ervin. Erv welcomes Kid Ramos to the show, and they had a lot to talk about. Kid is promoting a new album, but of course, they had to discuss other things along the way, too. From his early years working with James Harmon, his trips to the Golden Bear in Orange County…

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Miss Freddye Stover "Penns" Her Name to the Blues 30:24

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania’s Lady of the Blues, Miss Freddye joins host Jim Ervin this week for a discussion about life as a Blues musician, Mother, Nurse, and cancer survivor. Miss Freddye also talks about her influences, which include Koko Taylor, Etta James, and Big Momma Thornton, and getting started as a Blues/ R&B Musician with not one, but TWO…

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Behind the Lens: Capturing Musical Essence with Marty Rickard 25:21

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This week on Time Signatures, Erv welcomes one of Michigan’s finest photographers, Marty Rickard. Marty is the house photographer at the legendary Token Lounge in Westland, Michigan, and he and Erv have shared space around the Token’s stage for the last couple years. Marty talks about the many Blues concerts he has documented there, but also about …

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Resonating Blues with Charlie Parr 26:59

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On this edition of Time Signatures, Erv welcomes Minnesota Folk Troubadour, Charlie Parr to the microphone. Parr is not your average folk artist, as he wields a Michigan-made Mule Resophonic guitar, ladling out generous servings of Blues laden tunes to his audiences. Known for booking more than 250 dates per year, Parr stops in to discuss his music…

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Elvin Bishop: Fooled Around and Fell into Blues 22:58

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This week on Time Signatures with Jim Ervin, Erv heads past the halfway point in Season four, with legendary Bluesman and elder statesman, Elvin Bishop. Many will remember Elvin for his smash hit with Mickey Thomas on vocals in 1976, ‘Fooled Around And Fell In Love’, but Bishop’s bigger claim to fame was his work with the Chicago Blues scene in the…

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Closer to Chicago, Legendary Blues Musician Steve Nardella 23:33

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This week, it’s a very special episode of Time Signatures as your host, Jim Ervin welcomes another legendary bluesman, Steve Nardella. Join Steve and Erv as they discuss his relocation to Michigan from the east coast in 1971-just to be closer to Chicago, the early Blues hangouts in Ann Arbor (Blind Pig, Mr. Flood’s Party, Rick’s American Cafe, etc)…

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Justin Deason is Just Magnetic: A Youthful & Eclectic Musical Perspective 23:54

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This week on Time Signatures with Jim Ervin, Erv welcomes 2022 People’s Choice winner and 2023 Solo/Duo winner of the Capital Area Blues Society’s Blues Brawl, Justin Deason. Justin drops in to chat about his wins in Lansing, his trip and competition in Memphis, Tennessee as part of Dedfoot Duo, and branching out on his new venture with his band, ‘…

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Paul ‘Mr. Blues’ Benjamin: Promoting the Blues, That's His Mission 27:22

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This week on Time Signatures with Jim Ervin, it’s another fantastic discussion with one of the biggest names in Blues promotions, Paul ‘Mr. Blues’ Benjamin. Join Erv and Paul as they discuss Paul’s work establishing the Rockland-based North Atlantic Blues Festival, his work with the Blues Heaven Blues Festival in Denmark and four other U.S. based e…

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A Celebration of Women in Blues With Michelle Seidman 26:48

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This week on Time Signatures, host Jim Ervin welcomes the Founder and Chief Bottle Washer (CBW) of the National Women in Blues, Michele Seidman. Seidman founded the 501 c3 to support, edify, mentor and promote women in the Blues music genre. Join us for a sober look at the state of the music business, and what this dedicated woman is doing to foste…

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Free Range Blues With 'Michissippi' Mick Kolassa 26:22

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This week, host Jim Ervin welcomes a truly legendary member of our Blues Royalty, a gentleman known affectionately as ‘Michissippi’ Mick, or as Christone ‘Kingfish’ Ingram calls him, ‘Uncle’ Mick Kolassa. Mick drops in to talk with Erv about his years on the board of the Blues Foundation in Memphis, his move to the home of the Delta Blues in Missis…

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Independently Creating the Dream With Detroit's Eliza Neals 32:35

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This week on Time Signatures with Jim Ervin, Erv welcomes Detroit native Blues Rocker, Eliza Neals for a chat about her earliest memories of music growing up, hanging out 5-6 nights a week at Detroit Blues venues such as Baker’s Keyboard Lounge, Bert’s and others, and her music relationship with the legendary Barrett Strong. Eliza also talked about…

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Cold Stares' Chris Tapp Redefines "Southern Sound" With Experience 32:32

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his week on Time Signatures with Jim Ervin, Erv welcomes Chris Tapp, lead vocalist and guitarist for the band The Cold Stares. Join us for some conversation on the band’s upcoming release ‘The Southern’, how he took part in last year’s auction of the Legendary Peter Green’s guitars, and had a winning bid for one…..or was it two of them? And then th…

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Winning the International Blues Challenge: Heartfelt Blues With Joce Reyome 22:30

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Joce Reyome is FRESH off their decisive win in the solo/duo category at the 2025 International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee. The North Atlantic Canadian musician stopped in to discuss the win, and the plans which lie ahead for an album....and some other fun things. It was a fun interview, and one you don't want to miss, so come on it and g…

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Flipping for Joe Flip's Oil Can Blues 25:41

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This week on Time Signatures with Jim Ervin, Erv welcomes another member of the Blues music community, Joe Flip. His album, ‘Old Soul Live’ was offered free (and signed), with shipping, and after checking out the album an interview was scheduled. Flip plays his signature oil can guitar, and his music is a blend of rock infused Blues, with a tastefu…

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From Rugby to Radio: Shaun Bindley's Journey into "Blues with a Feeling" 51:41

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Season Four comes out of the gate with fellow broadcaster and podcast veteran, Shaun Bindley. Shaun has more that 30 years in the broadcasting field, and his weekly podcast, “Blues With a Feeling” features incredible guests, some of their music, and lots of fun. Join host, Jim Ervin as he chats with Shaun about his work in the Blues, his work as an…

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Done With a Skiffle, a Smile, and a Queen: Tim Staffell's Musical Journey 27:34

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As Season 3 comes to a close, Erv welcomes former frontman from the band ‘Smile’, Tim Staffell for a chat about his work with the band, which later was fronted by Freddie Bulsara, who changed his name to Mercury, and the band’s name to ‘Queen’....and the rest, as they say, is history! Tim was an incredible guest, and we had a great discussion about…

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Blues Building Bridges: A Ben Levin & Takuto Asano Collaboration 23:48

10M ago23:48

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Ben Levin returns with his good friend from Japan, Tak Asano to talk about Ben’s introduction to Tak during a visit to Clarksdale, his recent trip to Japan for a short tour with Tak, and also his newly released Christmas album, ‘Ben Levin Presents a Holiday Blues Revue’. The album features Ben and his friends, Tak Asano, Candace Ivory, Lil’ Jimmy R…

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The Grit and Grace of Jennifer Lynn & the Groove Revival 27:59

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On this episode of Time Signatures, Singer, Songwriter, Guitarist AND College Professor, Jennifer Lyn stops by for a discussion with Erv to talk about her band, ‘The Groove Revival’ and her background in music. Jennifer recently released an album, which was available free of charge for those willing to pay shipping, and Erv bought the album-leading…

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Breaking Barriers With Saxy Powerhouse Vanessa Collier 25:13

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Vanessa Collier, a talented saxophonist and singer, joins Jim Ervin on Time Signatures to discuss her journey in the blues music scene and her latest album, "Do It My Way." Collier emphasizes the importance of self-expression and musical authenticity, sharing how her experiences with renowned artists like Joe Louis Walker helped shape her artistic …

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Where People Love You is Where You Wanna Be: Dennis Jones 34:05

11M ago34:05

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Dennis Jones, a former member of the award-winning Zach Harmon Band, joins host Jim Ervin on Time Signatures to discuss his rich journey in the blues music scene. From his beginnings at the age of 13 when he first picked up the guitar to his current success as a solo artist, Dennis shares insights into his influences, including the legendary Jimi H…

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Behind the Scenes with Buddy Guy's Guitar Tech: Connor Korte Unplugged 29:34

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This episode of Time Signatures with Jim Ervin was just plain fun! Connor Korte is Buddy Guy’s stage manager and his personal guitar tech. On top of that, he also serves as guitar tech for Christone ‘Kingfish’ Ingram when he isn’t on tour with Buddy! Join host Jim Ervin as he chats with Connor about working with two of the most notable Blues musici…

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From American Idol to Blues Stardom, Jovin Webb 20:04

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This week on Time Signatures, host Jim Ervin welcomes a new voice to the Blues to the program. He first appeared on American Idol, Season 18, and he was a top 11 finalist. If you like your Blues with that down deep and gritty sound, you are going to love Jovin Webb, and he and Erv talk about his start in music, his path through Idol-navigating that…

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The Legacy of the University of Mississippi's Blues Archive 28:41

11M ago28:41

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This week on Time Signatures with Jim Ervin, Erv welcomes The Head Special Collections, Blues Curator and Professor from The University of Mississippi, Greg Johnson. Johnson joins us to discuss the foundation of the Blues Archive. Founded between 1982 and1983 with B.B. King’s donation of around 10,000 33s, 45s, 78s and even some Edison wax cylinder…

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On the 'Wright' Side of the Blues With Laurie & Rusty Wright 47:05

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This episode of Time Signatures with Jim Ervin features one of Michigan’s most gifted musicians. The Floridian transplant, Rusty Wright and wife Laurie join Erv for a fun discussion about his entry into the music world, via a garage sale find guitar and his Mom’s band, and Rusty’s ‘out of the box’ brand of the Blues. But the fun doesn’t end there, …

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Blues Monkeys and Rhythm Kings With Ray Aleshire & Andy Wilson 1:15:29

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It’s another local/regional Blues program this week on Time Signatures. Join host, Jim Ervin as he welcomes two former members of a longtime Lansing, MI Blues band, Those Delta Rhythm Kings. Ray Aleshire and Andy Wilson talk about their early memories in music, the founding of TDRK, and their 28 year run as a Blues band. It’s a fun interview, so br…

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Texas Bluesman Sugaray Rayford Takes Takes the Path Less Traveled 38:46

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This week on Time Signatures with Jim Ervin, we welcome 10 year U.S. Marine Veteran, and one of the top Bluesmen on the planet, 40 Below recording artist, Sugaray Rayford. Reared in deep gospel roots, this Tyler, Texas native stopped by to talk about his early years in music, breaking out in the Blues, and his new album ‘Human Decency’. Website: Su…

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All About the Benjamin & Birdsong - Hometown Blues 40:46

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On this edition of Time Signatures, host Jim Ervin welcomes two more of Lansing’s mainstay musicians, Twyla Birdsong and Benjamin Richard Hall. The pair stopped by for a discussion about their early years in the Blues, competing in the IBC in Memphis, and of course their vast local work in the Lansing music scene. Ben also talks about his long runn…

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Rhett Yocum - Blues Born in a Classroom 28:56

1y ago28:56

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This week on Time Signatures, host Jim Ervin welcomes a second generation Blues musician, whose life changed after a chance meeting at his high school with legendary Bluesman, Larry McCray. Tune in and hear the story of Rhett Yocom, how he won a guitar during one of Larry’s presentations, and Rhett’s never look back attitude since. Erv and Rhett al…

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Delmark Recording Artist Mike Wheeler 19:02

1y ago19:02

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This week, join host Jim Ervin as he welcomes longtime Delmark Chicago Bluesman, Mike Wheeler. This musician seamlessly mixes a blend of old school Blues, Jazz and Rock in his shows. Erv and Mike discuss his first bigtime gig with the late Muddy Waters’ pianist, Lovie Lee, his 2014 induction into the Chicago Blues Hall of Fame, and his plans to rel…

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How to Secure Venture Capital in 2024: Insider Tips from Top VC Andrew Romans | EP 4 54:05

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Welcome back to the Startup Shortcut! In today's episode, we delve into the art of raising capital with our special guest, Andrew Romans, General Partner at 7BC Venture Capital. With a wealth of experience as both a founder and a venture capitalist, Andrew provides expert advice on what it takes to secure funding and grow your startup in today's co…

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Lansing's Elderly Instruments - 52 Years Young & World Renowned 18:51

1y ago18:51

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On this week’s edition of Time Signature, host Jim Ervin welcome’s one of Lansing’s premiere business owners to the show. Lillian Werbin, CEO of Elderly Instruments drops by for a fun discussion about Elderly’s 50 years in business, celebrating their 2023 ‘America’s Top Business’ award from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and what lies ahead for Elde…