Bandana Blues, founded by Beardo, hosted by Spinner
spinner@bandanablues.comBANDANA 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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 1243 | Founded | 21 years ago |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Listeners | Category | Music | |||
Listen to this Podcast
Latest Episodes
Show #1168
See What You Think
01. Jamiah Rogers & Dirty Chxrch - Leave My Little Girl Alone (5:45) Chicago Cowboy, Delmark Records, 2026) 02. No Saint & Rik Meijer - Gonna Make That Woman Mine (3:28) (Off The Record, self-release, 2026) 03. Kenda... more
Show #1167
Memorial For Beardo
01. Ronnie Earl & the Broadcasters - Blues In D-Natural (6:28) (Jimmy Rogers w/Ronnie Earl & the Broadcasters, CrossCut Records, 1993) 02. Albert Cummings - Please (3:31) (Working Man, Blind Pig Records, 2006) 03. M... more
Show #1166
Regular
01. Donna Herula - Things Can Change (2:54) (Cold Feet, self-release, 2026) 02. California Honeydrops - Song Of You (2:49) (Single, Tubtone Records, 2026) 03. Reed Turchi - Do For You (3:25) (Road Ends In Water, Gitcha Records,... more
Show #1165
Summer Short: The Last One
01. Alex Kilroy - Let Me Play The Blues (5:08) (Break My Chains, self-release, 2026) 02. Banty Holler - 40 (3:22) (Folk Music For Fuck Faces, self-release, 2026) 03. James Leg - No License (Song For The Caged... more
Key Facts
Similar Podcasts
People also subscribe to these shows.
Recent Guests
Hosts
Reviews
- Keeping the home fires burning
An ongoing labor of love and remembrance by Spinner for our friend, Beardo. Thank you, friend.
Apple Podcasts5GonzoGeezer
United States2 years ago - The best!
The best weekly Blues show on the internet, hands down!
Apple Podcasts5japanrich
Japan3 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 Podcasts5YetiSurf26
Canada3 years ago - Great new and old music. A must for Blues lovers.
A great way to hear all the new releases.
Apple Podcasts5Rex StoutUnited 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 Podcasts1123froggyUnited States6 years ago
Listeners Say
Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.
Top Music Podcasts
Audience Metrics
Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.
| Listeners per Episode | Gender Skew | Location | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interests | Professions | Age Range | |||
| Household Income | Social Media Reach | ||||
Frequently Asked Questions About This Podcast
What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A weekly blues-focused show that curates a wide mix of classic and contemporary blues, with frequent deep dives into studio albums, live performances, and international artists. Episodes blend track-forward listening with host banter, historical notes, and timely tributes to the show's legacy. Listeners can expect a strong vinyl sensibility, a global perspective on modern blues, and regular guest appearances from notable musicians. A standout trait is the intimate, DJ-hosted vibe that balances discovery with personal storytelling, making it a go-to for both devoted blues fans and casual explorers seeking new sounds from around the world.
Where can I find podcast stats for this podcast?
Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to this podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.
How many listeners does this podcast get?
Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for this podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.
What are the audience demographics for this podcast?
Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for this podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.
How many subscribers and views does this podcast have?
To see how many followers or subscribers this podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.
Which podcasts are similar to this podcast?
These podcasts share a similar audience with this podcast:
1. The BluzNdaBlood Blues Radio Show
2. Podcasts from www.sablues.org
3. Salty Dog Blues N Roots Podcast
4. Ian McKenzie's Blues Podcasts
5. Nothing But The Blues
How many episodes of this podcast are there?
this podcast launched 21 years ago and published 1243 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
How do I contact this podcast?
Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.
Where can I see ratings and reviews for this podcast?
Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for this podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.
View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.
How do I access podcast episode transcripts for this podcast?
Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of this podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.
What guests have appeared on this podcast?
Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Woody Crabapple
2. Jo Harman
3. Jake Soberlak
4. Erja Lyytinen
5. Kim Wilson
6. Tas Cru
7. JP. Reali
8. Leeann Atherton
To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.