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Artwork for Bandana Blues, founded by Beardo, hosted by Spinner

Bandana Blues, founded by Beardo, hosted by Spinner

spinner@bandanablues.com
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Bandana Blues
Peace
John Mayall
Roots and Blues
Robert Palmer
Koko Taylor
Rosie Flores
Climate Change
Medesky, Schofield, Martin & Wood
Moon Martin
Kees
Eric Clapton
Albert Cummings
Chicago Mike Beck
Bywater Call
John Schofield
Todd Snider

BANDANA BLUES invites you on a musical journey every week for about an hour and a half of 21st Century Blues with a nod to The Masters. Beardo (from Philly, USA) started with the Bandana Blues shows doing them live on the internet in the late 1990's and was soon joined by his long-time friend Spinner (from The Hague, NL). Soon after the turn of the century Bandana Blues became a weekly podcast. Be... more

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Artwork for Bandana Blues, founded by Beardo, hosted by Spinner

Latest Episodes

Show #1144

Knock On The Door

01. Phil Ochs/Ben Grosscup - Knock On The Door (3:32) (All the News That's Fit to Sing, Electra, 1964/Northampton MA, January 11, 2026) 02. 11 Guys Quartet - Cheeky Baby (2:22) (Single, VizzTone Records, 2026) 03. Dan... more

Show #1143

Full Go Around

01. Selwyn Birchwood - Damaged Goods (6:29) (Electric Swamp Funkin' Blues, Alligator Records, 2026) 02. Big Harp George - Blues Shoveler (4:56) (Unreleased Single, 2026) 03. Seth James - I'm In Trouble (4:04) (Motormouth... more

Show #1142

In Memoriam John Hammond

01. The Davidson Trio - War (5:11) (Follow You EP, self-release, 2026) 02. Bywater Call - How Long (4:52) (Single, self-release, 2026) 03. Parlor Greens - Emeralds (3:31) (Emeralds EP, Colemine Records, 2026) 0... more

Show #1141

Mental Glitch

01. Krissy Matthews & the Vikings - Rock 'n' Roll Soldier (4:03) (Rock And Roll Soldier, Ruf Records, 2026) 02. Billy Thompson - Hope Peace & Joy (3:57) (This World, MoMojo Records, 2026) 03. Emanuel Casablanca - Slaughte... more

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Recent Guests

Yates McKendree
Great artist from Nashville, Tennessee
Episode: Bandana Blues #1116 - Late... But Great
Gina Coleman
Vocalist from Misty Blues
Misty Blues
Episode: Bandana Blues #1109 - Summertime Blues: All New
Erja Lyytinen
Finnish blues singer and guitarist
Episode: Bandana Blues #1087 - Worth The Wait
Moses Patrou
Singer and organ grinder from Nashville, based in NYC
Episode: Bandana Blues #1087 - Worth The Wait
Ra'Shad The Blues Kid
Known as The Pine Belt Blues Man of Mississippi
Episode: Bandana Blues #1087 - Worth The Wait
Megan Parnell
Vocalist with the band Bywater Call, from Toronto, Canada
Bywater Call
Episode: Bandana Blues #1035 - Blues Time
Mick Clarke
Blues musician
Episode: Bandana Blues #1030 - Xmas Without Spinner
Elias Bernet
Listener and supporter from Switzerland
Episode: Bandana Blues #1030 - Xmas Without Spinner
Mike and Mary Bath
The duo of Twangtown Paramours
Twangtown Paramours
Episode: Bandana Blues #1030 - Xmas Without Spinner

Host

Spinner
Host of Bandana Blues (Bandana Blues) with a long-running involvement in curating and presenting blues content; known for deep knowledge, curatorial focus, and community-building.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 95 ratings
  • Keeping the home fires burning

    An ongoing labor of love and remembrance by Spinner for our friend, Beardo. Thank you, friend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GonzoGeezer
    United States2 years ago
  • The best!

    The best weekly Blues show on the internet, hands down!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    japanrich
    Japan2 years ago
  • Simply the Best

    Have been listening to this show for well over twelve years. The undeniable best part of my week, it has been with me through some rough times, as well as the good. Always an incredible mix, I love that it has challenged me in how I think about the blues by constantly finding new artists and sounds. With that said, it wouldn’t be Bandana Blues without the hosts. I dearly miss Beardo, but Spinner has done an awe inspiring job of keeping this show running after such a tragic loss. In a way he has ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YetiSurf26
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great new and old music. A must for Blues lovers.

    A great way to hear all the new releases.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rex Stout
    United States4 years ago
  • Stick to the music

    Wish you could stick to the music and the artists and not wallow in the mud of political ignorance. Too many other options available where hosts ensure the music and artists are a priority so listeners may find new musicians and enjoy potentially unknown tunes from known artists.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    123froggy
    United States5 years ago

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Many praise the show's energy and the hosts' passion for blues music.
Listeners appreciate the music-first approach and the breadth of artists featured.
The show is described as a welcoming, community-driven space with deep respect for blues history.

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#103
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Bandana Blues showcases a deep, wide-ranging selection of 21st century blues, blending fresh releases with deep cuts and historical context. Listeners repeatedly praise the duo's musical breadth, the hosts' personalities, and the community that surrounds the show, including tributes to past contributors. The format tends toward music-first storytelling, with occasional commentary from the hosts and heartfelt dedications, creating a sense of live, informal conversation that resonates with devoted blues fans and curious newcomers alike.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Yates McKendree
2. Gina Coleman
3. Erja Lyytinen
4. Moses Patrou
5. Ra'Shad The Blues Kid
6. Megan Parnell
7. Mick Clarke
8. Elias Bernet

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