Women In Blues Special – Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Big Mama Thornton, Memphis Minnie & Listener Requests | Blues From The Ouse #321

Women In Blues Special – Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Big Mama Thornton, Memphis Minnie & Listener Requests | Blues From The Ouse #321

Author: Paul Winn & Ben Darwin | Blues Rock April 23, 2026 Duration: 1:46:06

Blues From The Ouse #321 delivers a powerful Women In Blues Special, celebrating the legendary female artists who helped shape blues music and the modern stars carrying the torch today. Featuring Memphis Minnie, Victoria Spivey, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Big Mama Thornton, Rory Block, Shemekia Copeland, Sue Foley and Laura Chavez.


We also bring you the latest new blues releases from The Stumble, Dani Wilde, Deke McGee and The Dibs, plus a packed listener requests section featuring Jimi Hendrix, B.B. King & Tracy Chapman, Otis Rush, Steve Cropper, Pops Staples, Albert King, When Rivers Meet and more.


As always, we round up the latest live blues gigs across York, Leeds, Harrogate, Newcastle and beyond.


If you love classic blues, modern blues, blues guitar legends, new releases and blues radio shows from the UK, this is essential listening.


Blues from The Ouse #321 Playlist:

The Stumble - I'm To Let - 00:01:29

Deke McGee - Move It On - 00:05:48

The Dibs - You Got Me Where You Want Me - 00:10:23

Dani Wilde - Bumble Bee - 00:14:57

Memphis Minnie - Me and My Chauffeur Blues - 00:18:53

Victoria Spivey - Black Snake Blues - 00:23:26

Sister Rosetta Tharpe - Trouble In Mind - 00:27:34

Big Mama Thornton - Ball and Chain - 00:31:21

Rory Block - Hard Time Killing Floor Blues - 00:36:03

Shemekia Copeland - Ghetto Child - 00:41:20

Sue Foley - The Ice Queen - 00:45:27

Laura Chavez - Shot-Zee - 00:50:08

Redfish & The Cinelli Brothers - Together Is Better - 00:54:48

MKO - Someone Else's Dream - 00:59:56

When Rivers Meet - Soulbreaker - 01:03:53

Andy Taylor Group - Loose Cannon - 01:09:40

Steve Cropper / Pops Staples / Albert King - Big Bird - 01:14:49

Otis Rush - Three Times A Fool - 01:18:44

Jimi Hendrix - Red House - 01:24:59

B.B. King & Tracy Chapman - The Thrill Is Gone - 01:28:40

Smokey Wilson - I'm No Fool I Know The Rule - 01:33:41

Lightning Threads - Brown Liquor Black Coffee - 01:37:49

Real World Blues Band - Born Under A Bad Sign - 01:40:55

11 Guys Quartet - Cheeky Baby - 01:43:51


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Tune into Blues From The Ouse, a weekly radio-style podcast hosted by Paul Winn and Ben Darwin, broadcasting straight from the heart of Yorkshire. This isn't just a playlist; it's a curated journey through the vast landscape of blues music. Each episode blends the raw energy of new releases with the timeless depth of classic tracks, creating a dynamic mix that spans British Blues, Chicago Blues, and Blues Rock. You'll hear powerful guitar work from modern icons like Joe Bonamassa alongside the legendary sounds of B.B. King, and discover the soulful force of contemporary artists such as Shemekia Copeland. The hosts weave in commentary and listener requests, giving the show a genuine, community-focused feel. It’s crafted for anyone who appreciates the storytelling power of the blues, whether you're a lifelong fan of classic blues radio or searching for your next favorite modern blues artist. Settle in for a consistently engaging blend of music and conversation that celebrates the past, present, and future of the genre.
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