Kelvin Huggins unlocks the doors to The Blues Hotel for 2026. We turn the lights down low and the stories up loud. Each episode walks the hallway between Chicago and the Mississippi Delta, then takes a sharp turn into Melbourne bars and Australian backroads—tracing how the blues became a declaration of identity, swagger, and survival.From[...]

In this episode of The Blues Hotel, host Kelvin Huggins sits down with Australian music icon Mark “Diesel” Lizotte for an intimate, wide‑ranging conversation. Diesel retraces his journey from Little Compton, Rhode Island to the Aussie bush and finally Perth, sharing how a house full of jazz, soul, and funk records – and a sudden[...]

***Subscribe to The Blues Hotel Collective***https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1388278/172318053380392029/share===================================================Step inside The Blues Hotel with host Kelvin Huggins for a journey that bridges the raw roots of American blues with the vibrant pulse of Australia’s contemporary scene. This episode blends interviews, live performances, and historical deep‑dives into a soulful narrative of lineage, lived experience, and timeless artistry.HighlightsFeatured Artist Interview: Guitar powerhouse Christina Crofts opens up[...]

In this installment of The Blues Hotel, host Kelvin Huggins takes listeners on a soulful journey through the enduring power of the blues, weaving together obscure pioneers like James “Stump” Johnson (aka Snitcher Roberts), rare 78 RPM treasures from Alex Moore, and iconic classics from John Lee Hooker, Bo Diddley, and Memphis Minnie, alongside the[...]

From the muddy waters of the Delta to the neon-lit grit of South Michigan Avenue, this episode of The Blues Hotel traces the electrified heartbeat of Chicago Blues—a sound born of migration, survival, and raw amplification. We dig deep into the genre’s genesis, where the Great Migration carried acoustic blues northward, only to be re-forged[...]

The Blues Hotel, hosted by Kelvin Huggins (with regular contributions from Rufus “Old Man” Tate), is a fortnightly audio journey into the heart of the blues. Each episode mixes deep-dive storytelling, musical analysis, and live performances across four signature segments: Backstory Blues (the history and myth behind iconic songs), Then & Now(originals vs. transformative covers), Buried in the Blues (obscure,[...]

Step inside The Blues Hotel, where Kelvin Huggins and the irrepressible Rufus check your ticket at the door and send you straight into the heart of the blues. Each episode stitches together history, raw emotion and live performance through recurring segments that dig under the skin of the music: Backstory Blues (the heartbreak, the late-night deals and whiskey-soaked[...]

Welcome to The Blues Hotel, where the music never stops and every song tells a story that matters.Hosted by Kelvin Huggins with Rufus "Old Man" Tate, The Blues Hotel takes you on an unforgettable journey through the heart and soul of blues music. From the timeless classics of the Delta, Chicago, and Texas blues to[...]

Step inside The Blues Hotel, where the music never sleeps and the stories run deep. In this episode, host Kelvin Huggins and introducing resident truth-teller Rufus “Old Man” Tate take you on a soul-stirring journey through the living, breathing world of blues—past, present, and far beyond the front porch.Then & NowFrom Howlin’ Wolf’s primal growl[...]

"At the Blues Hotel, there ain't nothin' but the blues."Welcome to The Blues Hotel, where the classics live, the independents shine, and the stories behind the music come alive. Hosted by Kelvin Huggins, this dedicated blues radio program showcases the full spectrum of blues music - from timeless classics and hidden gems to today's independent[...]

In this episode of The Blues Hotel, we pull up a chair at the silky crossroads of blues and jazz — where smooth rhythms meet soulful grit, and timeless songs wear new suits. Host Kelvin Huggins takes you on a journey through classic and contemporary tracks that blur the lines between the two genres, from T-Bone Walker’s cool-swinging Call It[...]

This episode of The Blues Hotel takes a bold detour from tradition, spotlighting blues music that bends the rules but never loses its soul. From modal vamps and 8-bar laments to Australian garage-blues epics, we explore tracks that defy the 12-bar formula and embrace emotional truth.Interview Spotlight: Ross Wilson We sit down with Australian music legend Ross[...]

 The Blues Hotel – Authentic Blues. Real Stories.Hosted by Kelvin HugginsAfter an unexpected break, The Blues Hotel swings open its doors once again, inviting blues lovers back inside for two soul-drenched hours of real, authentic blues. Hosted by Kelvin Huggins, this show is a heartfelt journey through the music that shaped generations—from legendary pioneers to modern-day torchbearers.Each[...]

Check in for a red-hot episode as The Blues Hotel dives deep into the vibrant and unmistakably Aussie blues scene—where red dirt rhythms meet coastal grooves and gritty city soul.We’re spotlighting legends and rising stars who shape the sound of Australia’s blues revival. From Dutch Tilders’ homegrown “Chimney Sweep Blues” to Damon Smith’s electrifying live[...]

Host Kelvin Huggins takes listeners on a soul-stirring journey through the foundational tracks that shaped the blues. From the raw power of Mamie Smith’s Crazy Blues to the electric fire of Elmore James and the timeless sorrow of B.B. King, this episode explores the “bricks and mortar” of blues history — the songs that built[...]

This week on The Blues Hotel, we take a powerful journey through the evolution of blues—from the haunted echoes of the Delta to the soul-soaked streets of Chicago and the raw stomp of Texas juke joints. Episode 35 shines a light on both legends and buried gems, with tracks from Big Mama Thornton, Muddy Waters,[...]

The Blues Hotel: Neon Blues NightsIn this atmospheric episode of The Blues Hotel, we take a late-night journey through the flickering neon-lit world of classic and modern blues. From smoky bars to city streets, “Neon Blues Nights” blends timeless legends like Little Walter, Etta James, and BB King with modern torchbearers including Samantha Fish, Gary[...]

Welcome Aboard The Blues Hotel Flight TBH527***Download SHOW NOTES***This episode of The Blues Hotel takes you on a non-stop journey into the heart of live, authentic blues from across the globe. Hosted by your captain Kelvin Huggins, you’ll board as a Blues Traveler and be guided through scorching guitar solos, gritty vocals, and the raw[...]

***SHOW NOTES will be available within 24 hours of episode release***Download Show NotesAt The Blues Hotel this week:We crack open a generous serving of the best in authentic classic and modern indepentdent blues.Our Live at the MBAS Feature Artist: Ivor S.K. with thanks to the Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society.Kelvin chats with a passionate harp player[...]

***SHOW NOTES will be available within 24 hours of episode release***Download SHOW NOTESAt The Blues Hotel this week:Our Live at the MBAS Feature Artist: Paulie Bignell & the Thornbury Two with thanks to the Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society.Kelvin chats with Western Australian blues legend Kerry B Ryan.Our Then & Now segment returns where we spin[...]

***SHOW NOTES will be available within 24 hours of episode release***Download SHOW NOTESAt The Blues Hotel this week:Our Live at the MBAS Feature Artist: Voodoo Preachers with thanks to the Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society.Our Then & Now segment returns where we spin a blues classic up against a modern cover version.Join us on MITE Radio[...]

***SHOW NOTES will be available within 24 hours of episode release***Download SHOW NOTESAt The Blues Hotel this week:Our Live at the MBAS Feature Artist: Phil Coyne and the Wayward Aces, with thanks to the Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society.Kelvin chats with Jovin Webb about Being a contestant on American Idol and his album Drifter..Our Then &[...]

***SHOW NOTES will be available within 24 hours of episode release***Download SHOW NOTESAt The Blues Hotel this week:Our Live at the MBAS Feature Artist: Tim Griffin, with thanks to the Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society.Kelvin chats with The Mezcaltones about their 5th album, Big Hat, No Cattle.Our Then & Now segment returns where we spin a[...]

***SHOW NOTES will be available within 24 hours of episode release***Download SHOW NOTESAt The Blues Hotel this week:Our Live at the MBAS Feature Artist: Zed Charles, with thanks to the Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society.Kelvin chats with Queensland's very own Matt Tandy, about his debut EP, Bannister Street.We hear new music from Nick Charles and our[...]

***SHOW NOTES will be available within 24 hours of episode release***Download SHOW NOTESAt The Blues Hotel this week:Our Live at the MBAS Feature Artist: The Jackson Blues Combo, with thanks to the Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society.Kelvin chats with Australian blues griot STEVE TALLIS, about his 62 years in the music industry and his recent 3CD[...]

Show Notes will be made available as a companion to each episode The Blues Hotel starting at Episode 20. Show Notes is a downloadable PDF with episode playlists, information on featured artists, Links to exclusive material and more!Download the PDF here: SHOW NOTESWe have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this week's feature artist,[...]

Show Notes will be made available as a companion to each episode The Blues Hotel starting at Episode 20. Show Notes is a downloadable PDF with episode playlists, information on featured artists, Links to exclusive material and more!Download the PDF here: SHOW NOTESWe have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this week's feature artist,[...]

Show Notes will be made available as a companion to each episode The Blues Hotel starting at Episode 20. Show Notes is a downloadable PDF with episode playlists, information on featured artists, Links to exclusive material and more!Download the PDF here: SHOW NOTESWe have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this week's feature artist,[...]

Show Notes will be made available as a companion to each episode The Blues Hotel starting at Episode 20. Show Notes is a downloadable PDF with episode playlists, information on featured artists, Links to exclusive material and more!Download the PDF here: SHOW NOTESWe have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this week's feature artist,[...]

Show Notes will be made available as a companion to each episode The Blues Hotel starting at Episode 20. Show Notes is a downloadable PDF with episode playlists, information on featured artists, Links to exclusive material and more!Download the PDF here: SHOW NOTESWe have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this week's feature artist,[...]

SHOW NOTESShow Notes will be made available as a companion to each episode The Blues Hotel starting at Episode 20. Show Notes is a downloadable PDF with episode playlists, information on featured artists, Links to exclusive material and more!Download the PDF here: SHOW NOTESShow Notes for previous episodes are unavailable.We have our regular Live @[...]

We have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this weeks feature artist, The Detonators.Guest artist Michael Vdelli.Join us on MITE Radio Sunday nights from: 7.00PM (AWST) | 8.30PM (Central) | 9.00PM (AEST) and on INDIGO FM Wednesday and Thursday nights from 6:00PM (AEST)for 2 hours of the finest in BLUES music!Playlists:Chain - Black and[...]

We have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this weeks feature artist, Sammy Owen Blues Band.Join us on MITE Radio Sunday nights from: 7.00PM (AWST) | 8.30PM (Central) | 9.00PM (AEST) and on INDIGO FM Wednesday and Thursday nights from 6:00PM (AEST)for 2 hours of the finest in BLUES music!© 2025 The Blues Hotel

We have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this weeks feature artist, VP & the Jumper Leads.Join us on MITE Radio Sunday nights from: 7.00PM (AWST) | 8.30PM (Central) | 9.00PM (AEST) and on INDIGO FM Wednesday and Thursday nights from 6:00PM (AEST)for 2 hours of the finest in BLUES music!© 2024 The Blues[...]

***The PREMIERE episode!***Join us on MITE Radio Sunday nights from: 7.00PM (AWST) | 8.30PM (Central) | 9.00PM (AEST) and on INDIGO FM Wednesday and Thursday nights from 6:00PM (AEST)for 2 hours of the finest in BLUES music!© 2024 The Blues Hotel

Join us on MITE Radio Sunday nights from: 7.00PM (AWST) | 8.30PM (Central) | 9.00PM (AEST) and on INDIGO FM Wednesday and Thursday nights from 6:00PM (AEST)for 2 hours of the finest in BLUES music!© 2024 The Blues Hotel

Join us on MITE Radio Sunday nights from: 7.00PM (AWST) | 8.30PM (Central) | 9.00PM (AEST) and on INDIGO FM Wednesday and Thursday nights from 6:00PM (AEST)for 2 hours of the finest in BLUES music!© 2024 The Blues Hotel

Join us on MITE Radio Sunday nights from: 7.00PM (AWST) | 8.30PM (Central) | 9.00PM (AEST) and on INDIGO FM Wednesday and Thursday nights from 6:00PM (AEST)for 2 hours of the finest in BLUES music!© 2024 The Blues Hotel

We have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this weeks feature artist, "The Lone Vanguard" Dale Lindrea.Join us on MITE Radio Sunday nights from: 7.00PM (AWST) | 8.30PM (Central) | 9.00PM (AEST) and on INDIGO FM Wednesday and Thursday nights from 6:00PM (AEST)for 2 hours of the finest in BLUES music!© 2024 The Blues[...]

We have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this weeks feature artist, The John Williams Band and Kelvin chats with Canadian blues rocker Johnny Kantor about his latest EP release Everybody's Good Lookin'!Join us on MITE Radio Sunday nights from: 7.00PM (AWST) | 8.30PM (Central) | 9.00PM (AEST) and on INDIGO FM Wednesday and[...]

We have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this weeks feature artist, Duolian.Join us on MITE Radio Sunday nights from: 7.00PM (AWST) | 8.30PM (Central) | 9.00PM (AEST) and on INDIGO FM Wednesday and Thursday nights from 6:00PM (AEST)for 2 hours of the finest in BLUES music!© 2024 The Blues Hotel

We have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this weeks feature artist, Backbeat Prophets.Join us on MITE Radio Sunday nights from: 7.00PM (AWST) | 8.30PM (Central) | 9.00PM (AEST) and on INDIGO FM Wednesday and Thursday nights from 6:00PM (AEST)for 2 hours of the finest in BLUES music!© 2024 The Blues Hotel

We have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this weeks feature artist, Eddy Boyle Band.Join us at miteradio.com.au Sunday nights from:7.00PM (AWST)8.30PM (Central)9.00PM (AEST)for 2 hours of the finest in BLUES music!

We have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this weeks feature artist, Mojo Mafia and Kelvin chats with Tommy McEwan a.k.a. Louis King about his career, latest album release "Little Devil" and his upcoming plans for touring.Join us at miteradio.com.au Sunday nights from:7.00PM (AWST)8.30PM (Central)9.00PM (AEST)for 2 hours of the finest in BLUES music!

We have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this weeks feature artist, The Hornets.Join us at miteradio.com.au Sunday nights from:7.00PM (AWST)8.30PM (Central)9.00PM (AEST)for 2 hours of the finest in BLUES music!

We have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this weeks feature artist, Nick Charles.Join us at miteradio.com.au Sunday nights from:7.00PM (AWST)8.30PM (Central)9.00PM (AEST)for 2 hours of the finest in BLUES music!

We have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this weeks feature artist, BILL BARBER & THE HOLDING CELLJoin us at miteradio.com.au Sunday nights from: 7.00PM (AWST) 8.30PM (Central) 9.00PM (AEST) for 2 hours of the finest in BLUES music!

This episode features our blues covers special. We have our regular Live @ The MBAS with this weeks feature artist, Mitch Grainger and Kelvin chats with The Honey Badgers co-founder and tenor saxophonist, Nigel Bourn about their recent debut album, "Shakin".Join us at miteradio.com.au Sunday nights from: 7.00PM (AWST) 8.30PM (Central) 9.00PM (AEST) for 2[...]

This episode features Live @ The MBAS feature artist Steve Plater & the Dirty Blues and Kelvin chats with President of the Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society, John Durr.Join us at miteradio.com.au Sunday nights from: 7.00PM (AWST) 8.30PM (Central) 9.00PM (AEST) for 2 hours of the finest in BLUES music!

Let Kelvin Huggins take you on a 2 hour journey full of the finest blues music. Features include:Live @ the MBAS feature artist Daryl Robert’sInterview with Australia's record breaking new talent Aaron Pollock.