Singer-songwriter Leyla McCalla speaks with KNKX's John Kessler ahead of her April 12 performance with fellow banjo player Taj Mahal at UW's Meany Hall.

A true child prodigy, Joe Bonamassa opened for B.B. King at age 12. The prolific performer also supports the careers of developing artists through his record label and foundation.

Blues rocker Samantha Fish performed an intimate solo guitar and vocals studio session in KNKX's Seattle studios.

John Mayall was a musical force of nature often referred to as “the godfather of British blues.” He died at the age of 90.

Taj Mahal performs an exclusive KNKX Studio Session from Dimitriou's Jazz Alley, which he visits each year during Thanksgiving season.

Around for over 100 years, blues music is alive and well, and still contains universal truths for the modern world. Here are the most memorable blues songs of the year.