In 1974, John Lee Hooker brought his Blues energy to THE MIDNIGHT SPECIAL, the classic NBC music TV show known for real live performances from top artists of the era. On the August 30 th episode hosted by B.B. King, Hooker tore into “Boogie with the Hook” and later joined King and Papa John Creach for a spirited “Gettin’ It Together.” A rare televised moment that captured Blues legends sharing the stage. 🎸 #JohnLeeHooker | John Lee Hooker

Jump Blues was a very popular style in the 1940s. Many vocal and instrumental artists put out hit records- Louis Jordan, Wynonie Harris, Louis Prima, Big Joe Turner, etc. It enjoyed a big comeback in the swing music revival of the 1990s. (Most harmonica players don’t play blues in this position, but I think it sounds great.) . . #jumpblues #bluesplayer #swing #revival #harmonicas #harmonicaplayer #harpplayer #harmonicablues #howardlevy #originality #hohnerharmonica #bluesharmonica #mundharmonika