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Blues is the Truth

Ian McHugh
Blues Music
BB King
Blues
Freddie King
Eric Clapton
Ealing Blues Festival
Craw Daddy Club
Taj Mahal
Robert Hokum
Keb Mo
Ian Mchugh
John Lee Hooker
Terraplanes Blues Band
Dom Pipkin
Tedeschi Trucks Band
Larry Garner
Buddy Guy
Duke Robillard
Howling Wolf
Howlin' Wolf

Blues is the Truth is a weekly 2 hour radio show, featuring some of the very best new Blues Music alongside some classic tracks that define the genre. Presented for a decade by Ian McHugh, frontman and guitarist with the band Blues is Truth and compere of the Ealing Blues Festival main stage, The show is informative, entertaining and sometimes a little different....

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The new episode of Blues is the Truth is ready to roll!

Hosted by Ian McHugh and proudly sponsored by the Tuesday Night Blues Jam at the Rising Sun in Isleworth, this week’s show dives deep into the heart of the blues with music from The Phantom B... more

The brand new episode of Blues is the Truth is out now! Presented by Ian McHugh and proudly sponsored by the Tuesday Night Blues Jam at the Rising Sun, Isleworth, this week’s show brings you another two hours packed with the best in blues, soul, and ... more

🔥 The brand new episode of Blues is the Truth is here, hosted by Ian McHugh and proudly sponsored by the Tuesday Night Blues Jam at the Rising Sun, Isleworth!

This week’s show is packed with passion, groove, and grit, the kind of blues that moves... more

A brand new episode of Blues is the Truth is now live, hosted by Ian McHugh and proudly sponsored by the Tuesday Night Blues Jam at the Rising Sun in Isleworth. As always, it is packed with the very best blues from across the decades and around the w... more

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Recent Guests

Popa George
Legendary blues artist and soulful performer.
Episode: Blues is the Truth 765
Leonie Jane Kennedy
PRS in Dorsey, a fine singer, guitarist, songwriter, and young talent.
Episode: Blues is the Truth 765
Reese John Steigl
A phenomenal young guitar player known for his presence on guitar TikTok and YouTube.
Episode: Blues is the Truth 765
Will Johns
Musician and nephew of Eric Clapton
Episode: Blues is the Truth 756
Muireann Bradley
Young blues and folk musician
Episode: Blues is the Truth 755
Errol Linton
A talented blues musician known for his performance at music festivals
Episode: Blues is the Truth 755
Reverend Freakchild
Blues musician with an upcoming album
Episode: Blues is the Truth 755
Joe Bonamassa
Renowned blues guitarist and singer
Episode: Blues is the Truth 755
Paul Michael
A musician who contributed to a song played during the episode
Paul Michael Band
Episode: Blues is the Truth 735 Best of 2024

Host

Ian McHugh
Host and presenter with deep musical knowledge and experience within the blues music scene, recognized for his community involvement and dedication to promoting the genre.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Don’t Think…Just Listen

    Ian McHugh knows what he’s doing. His keen sense and musical knowledge make Blues Is The Truth a realistic broadcast of what blues music is all about. Don’t think Blues Music is just one way. Listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blues Driver
    United States2 years ago
  • Don’t Think…Just Listen

    Ian McHugh knows what he’s doing.

    His keen sense and musical knowledge make Blues Is The Truth a realistic broadcast of what blues music is all about.

    Don’t think Blues Music is just one way.

    Listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blues Driver
    United States2 years ago
  • It’s a great show!

    Tunes chosen with care, and a presenter you can’t help but love… I’ve enjoyed the show since the very first episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mollimch
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Blues is The Truth!

    Amazing 2 hours of superb music presented by very talented Ian McHugh!

    My car journeys are very enjoyable whilst listening to “Blues is The Truth”.

    Gloria

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gloria @ELITE STYLE LONDON
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Audience members enjoy the community aspect of the show, feeling encouraged to engage with the content and share their own musical experiences.
Comments frequently highlight Ian McHugh's musical knowledge and ability to curate a captivating mix of tracks.
Listeners describe the show as informative and entertaining, with a deep appreciation for both new and classic blues music.

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Q: What can you tell us about the new song remains the same for this month?
It's a great track I've just decided on, one of my favorites to perform, coming up later in the first half of the show.

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What is Blues is the Truth about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content provides an engaging mix of classic and contemporary blues music, featuring a wide array of artists and varied stories from the genre's rich history. Regular features such as 'The Song Remains the Same' showcase different interpretations of classic tracks, while community-oriented segments encourage listener participation and highlight local blues events. The podcast stands out for its focus on not just the music but also the artists behind it, reflecting on their personal journeys and connections, thus enriching the listener's understanding of the blues.

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These podcasts share a similar audience with Blues is the Truth:

1. Blues Therapy Radio Worlwide
2. Blues with a Feeling - The Official Podcast
3. Blues From The Ouse with Paul Winn, Ben Darwin and Angie Howe.
4. Nothing But The Blues
5. The BluzNdaBlood Blues Radio Show

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Blues is the Truth launched 5 years ago and published 268 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Blues is the Truth include:

1. Popa George
2. Leonie Jane Kennedy
3. Reese John Steigl
4. Will Johns
5. Muireann Bradley
6. Errol Linton
7. Reverend Freakchild
8. Joe Bonamassa

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