Tom Gould and his ever-changing lineup of Bossa Nova Beatniks have been entertaining music fans for over 30 years.

Fourteen years ago – April, 2009, to be exact – we recorded a special interview with John Cale, who had just released the masterpiece solo record “Hobosapiens”.

Every now and then, a ‘coffee table’ photo book catches my interest for its unique approach to music of a certain era.

When blues enthusiasts mention the ‘three Kings of the blues,” they are usually referring to Albert, Freddie, and B.B. King. For our purposes, though, we need to realign that way of thinking. Considering his longevity and the seismic impact of his presence, B.B. stands alone above all other blues guitarists; he is a king of Kings, so to speak...