Before electric blues reshaped the sound of the city, musicians like Frank Stokes were already building something distinctive with their guitars and powerful vocals.
“Downtown Blues” is a fine example of this early country blues tradition.
Today, on what would have been his 100th birthday, we celebrate the legendary Tony Bennett, whose timeless voice, effortless charm, and devotion to the Great American Songbook touched generations of listeners. His incredible seven-decade legacy as a master storyteller and jazz icon continues to inspire and live on through the music he gave the world.
