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Keb’ Mo’: The Modern Maestro of Blues Guitar

When we talk about contemporary blues guitarists who have etched their names into the annals of music history, Keb’ Mo’ stands tall among them. With a career spanning over four decades, Kevin Roosevelt Moore, famously known as Keb’ Mo’, has breathed new life into the blues genre with his unique guitar style.

At the heart of Keb’ Mo”s sound is a seamless blend of traditional Delta blues, jazz, and folk. It’s this mixture that has helped him carve a niche for himself in the modern blues scene. But what truly sets him apart is his impeccable fingerpicking technique. Drawing inspiration from legends like Robert Johnson and Big Bill Broonzy, Keb’ Mo’s guitar prowess is evident in the clarity of each note he strikes, making each tune resound with authenticity.

However, it isn’t just his technique that’s noteworthy; it’s the emotion he pours into every performance. His guitar, often a resonator, becomes an extension of his soul. With it, he narrates stories of love, struggle, and hope. One can argue that it’s this storytelling prowess, combined with his guitar skills, that makes him a modern blues ambassador.

Moreover, Keb’ Mo’ also has an uncanny ability to bring a contemporary touch to traditional blues. Whether it’s through the use of modern chords or through his lyrical themes, he bridges the gap between the old and new, introducing a younger generation to the magic of blues.

To conclude, Keb’ Mo’ is more than just a musician. He’s a bluesman in the truest sense, ensuring the genre stays alive and relevant in today’s world. His unique guitar style, which merges tradition with innovation, is a testament to his mastery and dedication to the craft. If you’re looking to experience the blues with a fresh twist, Keb’ Mo’ should undoubtedly be on your playlist.

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Keb’ Mo’: The Modern Maestro of Blues Guitar

When we talk about contemporary blues guitarists who have etched their names into the annals of music history, Keb’ Mo’ stands tall among them. With a career spanning over four decades, Kevin Roosevelt Moore, famously known as Keb’ Mo’, has breathed new life into the blues genre with his unique guitar style.

At the heart of Keb’ Mo”s sound is a seamless blend of traditional Delta blues, jazz, and folk. It’s this mixture that has helped him carve a niche for himself in the modern blues scene. But what truly sets him apart is his impeccable fingerpicking technique. Drawing inspiration from legends like Robert Johnson and Big Bill Broonzy, Keb’ Mo’s guitar prowess is evident in the clarity of each note he strikes, making each tune resound with authenticity.

However, it isn’t just his technique that’s noteworthy; it’s the emotion he pours into every performance. His guitar, often a resonator, becomes an extension of his soul. With it, he narrates stories of love, struggle, and hope. One can argue that it’s this storytelling prowess, combined with his guitar skills, that makes him a modern blues ambassador.

Moreover, Keb’ Mo’ also has an uncanny ability to bring a contemporary touch to traditional blues. Whether it’s through the use of modern chords or through his lyrical themes, he bridges the gap between the old and new, introducing a younger generation to the magic of blues.

To conclude, Keb’ Mo’ is more than just a musician. He’s a bluesman in the truest sense, ensuring the genre stays alive and relevant in today’s world. His unique guitar style, which merges tradition with innovation, is a testament to his mastery and dedication to the craft. If you’re looking to experience the blues with a fresh twist, Keb’ Mo’ should undoubtedly be on your playlist.

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Keb’ Mo’

With few reservations the most talented songwriter on the blues scene in the last 20 years is Keb’ Mo’, and certainly the ability of a bluesman to write catchy melodies is not the best for his authenticity, as it tempts him to deviate by distorting his blues with material more friendly to the ears of the general public. However, despite the pop “resin” Kevin Roosevelt Moore is always Keb’ Mo’, a blues legend with his characteristic 1954 Fender Stratocaster Electric Guitar.

Born in Los Angeles, in 1951, he followed the path of music from an early age, and in the 70’s he already played with names such as Papa John Creach, Mahavishnu Orchestra, and Jefferson Starship. In the ’80s, he deepened his knowledge in blues playing in the band of Mink Higgins, while in 1994 he made his debut in discography with an amazing album, a great work (with covers by Robert Johnson and many of his own songs), which automatically placed him at the forefront of the contemporary blues scene.

Of course, the expectations of purebred blues fans, that they had finally found their hero -a bluesman who would launch a modernized but reverently faithful, pure from blues sound-, were quickly dashed, as Keb’ Mo’ has since poured enough water into his wine and enough pop in his blues. From 1998, with his “Just Like You”, until today, from album to album, he is increasingly moving away from the rules of blues, while maintaining them as an obvious backbone of his music. However, he can respond to any criticism for alleged fraud, not only with the 3 Grammys (which state that he managed to bring to the fore a marginalized genre) but also with songs of exceptional quality such as “Am I wrong”, “Perpetual Blues Machine”, “Everything I need”, “Door”, “Life is Beautiful”, “Henry”, “Better Man” and so many others which clearly show that he did not have to slip into bribery to sell.

Briefly, for those who like a more bluesy version of artists like James Taylor, Jackson Brown, or Bonnie Raitt, Keb’ Mo’ is an ideal listening experience. Fans of authentic blues should stay in the first three albums of him, and especially in the first one.

About the song “Old Me Better by Keb Mo

Today we are proud to share a new PFC Live Outside video featuring Keb’ Mo’ and the California Feetwarmers performing “Old Me Better”. This song has been nominated for a GRAMMY in Best American Roots Performance, and appears on Keb’ Mo’s new album, “Blues Americana”, available at http://www.kebmo.com/

Take a few minutes to pause and enjoy the music. It’s all about spreading the joy, so share this with others to brighten their day as well!

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Kevin Roosevelt Moore, known as Keb’ Mo’, is a three-time American Grammy Award-winning blues musician. He is a singer, guitarist, and songwriter.

Keb’ Mo’s music is a living link to the seminal Delta blues that traveled up the Mississippi River and across the expanse of America – informing all of its musical roots-before evolving into a universally celebrated art form.

He is not that techy guy on the guitar but what a feeling! What a groove. Just can’t get bored listening to Keb’ Mo’. So simple yet cool.

Keb’ Mo’

With few reservations the most talented songwriter on the blues scene in the last 20 years is Keb’ Mo’, and certainly the ability of a bluesman to write catchy melodies is not the best for his authenticity, as it tempts him to deviate by distorting his blues with material more friendly to the ears of the general public. However, despite the pop “resin” Kevin Roosevelt Moore is always Keb’ Mo’, a blues legend with his characteristic 1954 Fender Stratocaster Electric Guitar.

Born in Los Angeles, in 1951, he followed the path of music from an early age, and in the 70’s he already played with names such as Papa John Creach, Mahavishnu Orchestra, and Jefferson Starship. In the ’80s, he deepened his knowledge in blues playing in the band of Mink Higgins, while in 1994 he made his debut in discography with an amazing album, a great work (with covers by Robert Johnson and many of his own songs), which automatically placed him at the forefront of the contemporary blues scene.

Of course, the expectations of purebred blues fans, that they had finally found their hero -a bluesman who would launch a modernized but reverently faithful, pure from blues sound-, were quickly dashed, as Keb’ Mo’ has since poured enough water into his wine and enough pop in his blues. From 1998, with his “Just Like You”, until today, from album to album, he is increasingly moving away from the rules of blues, while maintaining them as an obvious backbone of his music. However, he can respond to any criticism for alleged fraud, not only with the 3 Grammys (which state that he managed to bring to the fore a marginalized genre) but also with songs of exceptional quality such as “Am I wrong”, “Perpetual Blues Machine”, “Everything I need”, “Door”, “Life is Beautiful”, “Henry”, “Better Man” and so many others which clearly show that he did not have to slip into bribery to sell.

Briefly, for those who like a more bluesy version of artists like James Taylor, Jackson Brown, or Bonnie Raitt, Keb’ Mo’ is an ideal listening experience. Fans of authentic blues should stay in the first three albums of him, and especially in the first one.

Kevin Roosevelt Moore, known as Keb’ Mo’, is a three-time American Grammy Award-winning blues musician. He is a singer, guitarist, and songwriter.

Keb’ Mo’s music is a living link to the seminal Delta blues that traveled up the Mississippi River and across the expanse of America – informing all of its musical roots-before evolving into a universally celebrated art form.

He is not that techy guy on the guitar but what a feeling! What a groove. Just can’t get bored listening to Keb’ Mo’. So simple yet cool.

Keb’ Mo’

With few reservations the most talented songwriter on the blues scene in the last 20 years is Keb’ Mo’, and certainly the ability of a bluesman to write catchy melodies is not the best for his authenticity, as it tempts him to deviate by distorting his blues with material more friendly to the ears of the general public. However, despite the pop “resin” Kevin Roosevelt Moore is always Keb’ Mo’, a blues legend with his characteristic 1954 Fender Stratocaster Electric Guitar.

Born in Los Angeles, in 1951, he followed the path of music from an early age, and in the 70’s he already played with names such as Papa John Creach, Mahavishnu Orchestra, and Jefferson Starship. In the ’80s, he deepened his knowledge in blues playing in the band of Mink Higgins, while in 1994 he made his debut in discography with an amazing album, a great work (with covers by Robert Johnson and many of his own songs), which automatically placed him at the forefront of the contemporary blues scene.

Of course, the expectations of purebred blues fans, that they had finally found their hero -a bluesman who would launch a modernized but reverently faithful, pure from blues sound-, were quickly dashed, as Keb’ Mo’ has since poured enough water into his wine and enough pop in his blues. From 1998, with his “Just Like You”, until today, from album to album, he is increasingly moving away from the rules of blues, while maintaining them as an obvious backbone of his music. However, he can respond to any criticism for alleged fraud, not only with the 3 Grammys (which state that he managed to bring to the fore a marginalized genre) but also with songs of exceptional quality such as “Am I wrong”, “Perpetual Blues Machine”, “Everything I need”, “Door”, “Life is Beautiful”, “Henry”, “Better Man” and so many others which clearly show that he did not have to slip into bribery to sell.

Briefly, for those who like a more bluesy version of artists like James Taylor, Jackson Brown, or Bonnie Raitt, Keb’ Mo’ is an ideal listening experience. Fans of authentic blues should stay in the first three albums of him, and especially in the first one.

Keb’ Mo’ (Kevin Moore) is a three-time American Grammy Award-winning blues musician. He is a singer, guitarist, and songwriter, currently living in Nashville, Tennessee. He has been described as “a living link to the seminal Delta blues that traveled up the Mississippi River and across the expanse of America”. His post-modern blues style is influenced by many eras and genres, including folk, rock, jazz, and pop.

Keb’ Mo’

With few reservations the most talented songwriter on the blues scene in the last 20 years is Keb’ Mo’, and certainly the ability of a bluesman to write catchy melodies is not the best for his authenticity, as it tempts him to deviate by distorting his blues with material more friendly to the ears of the general public. However, despite the pop “resin” Kevin Roosevelt Moore is always Keb’ Mo’, a blues legend with his characteristic 1954 Fender Stratocaster Electric Guitar.

Born in Los Angeles, in 1951, he followed the path of music from an early age, and in the 70’s he already played with names such as Papa John Creach, Mahavishnu Orchestra, and Jefferson Starship. In the ’80s, he deepened his knowledge in blues playing in the band of Mink Higgins, while in 1994 he made his debut in discography with an amazing album, a great work (with covers by Robert Johnson and many of his own songs), which automatically placed him at the forefront of the contemporary blues scene.

Of course, the expectations of purebred blues fans, that they had finally found their hero -a bluesman who would launch a modernized but reverently faithful, pure from blues sound-, were quickly dashed, as Keb’ Mo’ has since poured enough water into his wine and enough pop in his blues. From 1998, with his “Just Like You”, until today, from album to album, he is increasingly moving away from the rules of blues, while maintaining them as an obvious backbone of his music. However, he can respond to any criticism for alleged fraud, not only with the 3 Grammys (which state that he managed to bring to the fore a marginalized genre) but also with songs of exceptional quality such as “Am I wrong”, “Perpetual Blues Machine”, “Everything I need”, “Door”, “Life is Beautiful”, “Henry”, “Better Man” and so many others which clearly show that he did not have to slip into bribery to sell.

Briefly, for those who like a more bluesy version of artists like James Taylor, Jackson Brown, or Bonnie Raitt, Keb’ Mo’ is an ideal listening experience. Fans of authentic blues should stay in the first three albums of him, and especially in the first one.

One more version of this song. This time only Keb’Mo’, resonator guitar and the audience clapping to the beat.

Keb’ Mo’

Keb ‘Mo’ or Kevin Moore was born on October 3, 1951 in Los Angeles. This artist combines blues, soul and folk music in a unique way. Such a mixture of genres in his performance, however, sounds modern.
He joined an R&B band at the age of 21, then toured with John Creach and played on three of his albums. He also opened concerts of such stars as Jefferson Starship or Loggins & Messina. In 1983 he became the guitarist of the blues group Monk Higgins. Then he joined the vocal band from Los Angeles – Rose Brothers. In 1994, Keb ‘Mo’ released his debut solo album, entitled “Keb ‘Mo’”.
The artist recorded six more well-received albums, including the 2004 “Peace … Back by Popular Demand”. He has two Grammy Awards to his credit, for the albums “Slow Down” (1998) and “Just Like You” (1996).

Kind Hearted Woman Blues

“Kind Hearted Woman Blues” is a blues song recorded on November 23, 1936, in San Antonio, Texas, by legendary bluesman Robert Johnson. The song was originally released on 78 rpm format as Vocalion 03416 and ARC 7-03-56. Johnson performed the song in the key of A, and recorded two takes, the first of which contains his only recorded guitar solo.

Like many of Johnson’s songs, “Kind Hearted Woman Blues” is a staple in the repertoires of many blues musicians and has been recorded by dozens of traditional and contemporary blues figures, including Keb’ Mo’.

Keb’ Mo’ (Kevin Moore) is a three-time American Grammy Award-winning blues musician. He is a singer, guitarist, and songwriter, currently living in Nashville, Tennessee. He has been described as “a living link to the seminal Delta blues that traveled up the Mississippi River and across the expanse of America”. His post-modern blues style is influenced by many eras and genres, including folk, rock, jazz, and pop.

Keb’ Mo’

“The blues is closer to the church, I think. You know, it’s going back to the savior, the blues is closer to church music because the church people didn’t like the blues. You know, like they didn’t like rock and roll. … So the blues is, you know, it’s kind of evil in a sense. But it’s actually the same music.” Said Keb in his interview for Huffington Post (Read more: huffingtonpost.com)

The latest release from Keb is “Keb’ Mo’ Live – That Hot Pink Blues Album.” It captures him at his best on his 2015 tour. The 16 tracks on two discs were recorded in nine different cities across the country. “Hot Pink”  essentially proves that all Keb’ Mo’ albums should be live albums.

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