Never let it be said that San Diego isn’t a blues town. To start the year off with a bang, Big Jon Atkinson brought some of his friends together for a winter blast of blues harp that turned back time.

The harmonica is one of the easiest instruments to learn, but mastering it to a level approaching players like Toots Thielemans and Sugar Blue and can take many years. You may have seen blues players ...

Pairing harmonica with guitar can unlock a richer, more soulful blues sound. From classic 12-bar shuffles to expressive bends, the combination offers endless creative possibilities. With the right ...

Big Walter “Shakey” Horton - Blues harmonica, vocalist (1918 - 1981) Walter Horton, also known as Big Walter or Shakey Horton,is counted among the best blues harp players. He is also considered by ...