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Canned Heat founder Fito de la Parra solves the mystery of the Hooker ‘N Heat cover

by Paul Cashmere

Canned Heat founding member Adolfo “Fito” de la Parra has confirmed the mystery behind the classic John Lee Hooker and Canned Heat collaboration, the 1971 album ‘Hooker ‘N Heat’.

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John Lee Hooker 100th Birthday Box Coming

by Roger Wink, VVN Music

Craft Recordings, the Catalog division of Concord Bicycle Music, has announced the release of King Of The Boogie, a career-spanning retrospective, honoring blues icon John Lee Hooker. Due out September 29th, the five-CD set delves deep into the catalog of the influential artist, featuring not only his iconic hits, but also rarities, live recordings and

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Celebrations Begin For John Lee Hooker 100th Birthday

by Roger Wink, VVN Music

John Lee Hooker was born on August 22, 1917 in Tutwiler, MS and, to celebrate the 100th year of his birth, Vee-Jay Records (a division of Concord Bicycle Music) is releasing a brand new compilation of some of his best music.

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Harmonica Player Chicago Bob Nelson Passes Away At 68

by Roger Wink, VVN Music

Chicago-based blues harmonica player “Chicago” Bob Nelson has passed away at the age of 68.

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