Blues Matters! Magazine

Blues Matters Issue 160 is out now, led by a major feature with Mike Zito, reflecting on a career built on grit, connection, and a return to the roots of the blues.

Inside the issue, you’ll find in-depth interviews with Selwyn Birchwood, Curtis Salgado, Judith Owen, Rick Vito, and Marc Broussard, alongside fresh voices like Tom Davies & The Bluebirds pushing the next wave of the genre forward.

This issue also explores the blues on a wider stage, from the Oscar-winning film Sinners and its deep cultural impact, to live reviews and features that keep the music grounded in real performance and storytelling.

There’s a strong reviews section packed with new releases across blues, roots, and blues-rock, plus the latest Top 50 Blues Albums chart and a look at the artists shaping the current scene.

Alongside that, we reflect on recent losses within the blues community and celebrate the legacy of artists who helped shape the music.

Straight, honest coverage of the blues as it stands today. No filler. Just the music and the people behind it.