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Freddie King: Patriarch Of Blues Rock

April 12, 2012 • The Texan, whose biting guitar sound influenced artists from Eric Clapton to Jeff Beck, will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this Saturday.

Freddie King: Patriarch Of Blues Rock

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15 Songs By This Year's Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Nominees

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15 Songs By This Year's Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Nominees

September 28, 2011 • Hear our favorite song by each of the 15 performers up for induction in 2012.

Five Texas Bluesmen Who Paved The Way For Stevie Ray Vaughan

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Five Texas Bluesmen Who Paved The Way For Stevie Ray Vaughan

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August 3, 2011 • Vaughan synthesized many influences, from Albert King to T-Bone Walker, to get his unique style.

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5 Depressing Blues Songs For Christmas

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December 14, 2010 • The holiday spirit, powerful though it may be, just doesn't work for everybody: Some folks simply hate the season. These five blues songs are for the killjoys -- who, after all, need to get something for the holidays.

Freddie King And The Harsh 'Business' Of The Blues

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Freddie King And The Harsh 'Business' Of The Blues

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July 14, 2010 • Of the three great blues guitarists named King -- B.B., Albert and Freddie -- arguably the most influential was also the least well-known: Freddie. But his most important work has been unavailable until recently. Critic Ed Ward reviews a recent release, Taking Care of Business, which spans much of King's career.

Freddie King And The Harsh 'Business' Of The Blues

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