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Cricket and the Brim Hooks

Cricket and the Brim Hooks

Hidden gem from Clarksdale, Mississippi, Cricket Edgeworth was born and raised in the cotton fields of the Delta. She began playing piano at the age of five. Cricket has recorded with the likes of Sam Carr, Robert “Bilbo” Walker, and Chicago bluesman, Dave Riley. She has performed in numerous clubs and venues including Morgan Freeman’s Ground Zero, the infamous Pat…

Libby Rae Watson

Libby Rae Watson

Libby Rae Watson grew up in Pascagoula, Mississippi a few blocks from the Gulf of Mexico. She became captivated by Blues music when in her teens after stumbling across a songbook in a local music store. It was full of songs and photos of Blues greats! Son House, Mississippi John Hurt, Elizabeth Cotten…. legends of the early Blues. It was…

Ra’ Shad the Blues Kid

Ra’ Shad the Blues Kid

Ra’Shad The Blues Kid, born Larry Ra’Shad Lavar McGill, hails from Laurel, Mississippi, and is deeply rooted in the blues tradition. Influenced by the musical greats of the Mississippi PineBelt, Ra’Shad’s music, including hits like “Ain’t No Sunshine” and “Santa Claus Wants Some Lovin”, reflects his love for the blues. Starting in church and later forming The Groove Band, Ra’Shad…