(April 2026) Episode 719 is MOSE ALLISON. Is his music jazzy blues or bluesy jazz? The question encapsulates the difficulty labels, promoter and reviewers had in categorizing him. Part of his distinctiveness is his easygoing singing voice, although by later in his career it began to sound like an affectation. Allison was also known for his often subtly ironic and clever songwriting on songs like “Ever Since the World Ended” and “Molecular Structure.” He influenced many rock and blues artists, and Parchman Farm became a standard.
Favorite album: I Love The Life I Live
Favorite song: Parchman Farm
Compared to expectations: same
Recommendation: The two Live in London discs are a good representative listen.
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