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Cover of Etta James' "Love Songs" (Amazon)
R&B singer Etta James passed away last week – leaving behind a legacy of soulful classics and modern-day blues protégés. Today: The story of the larger-than-life woman behind hits like “At Last” and “I’d Rather Go Blind.” Plus: Philadelphia rock band Dr. Dog previews its brand new album live in studio.
Etta James: The Singer Who Raged to Survive
R&B singer Etta James passed away last week at the age of 73. While she's best remembered for her heartwrenching ballads like “At Last” and “I’d Rather Go Blind,” the diva's life also contained struggles with addiction and abuse. Joining us to remember the late singer is writer David Ritz, who co-wrote her 1995 autobiography, "Rage to Survive: The Etta James Story." And, Etta's longtime guitarist, Bobby Murray, joins us from Detroit to talk about working with the rhythm and blues legend toward the end of her career.
Dr. Dog: In Studio
Philadelphia’s Dr. Dog is poised to release a brand new record of folk-inspired psychedelic rock, called “Be The Void.” The band joins us live in studio with a preview.
Super Bowl Snack, or "The Great Chili Disaster of 2012"
Football fans: YOUR SUPER BOWL PARTY NEEDS MY KILLER RECIPE FOR CHILI!
Gig Alert: Andy Statman
Brooklyn bluegrass-klezmer master Andy Statman performs at Le Poisson Rouge on Wednesday night. Download his new single "Bourbon In Jackson Hole" here.