Okay, one more from Chicago before we move on (now you see why they the celebrate the blues the way they do there!)… this new single from Billy Branch and his Sons of Blues is a powerful one both musically and lyrically, touching on not only the issue of homelessness to which its title refers in the most literal sense but also broader issues demanding attention such as poverty, addiction, and hate.
To help strengthen their appeal, Branch and the band are joined by second-generation blues artists Shemekia Copeland, trading lead vocals with Branch, and Ronnie Baker Brooks (who co-wrote the song with Branch) on guitar, all combining to make this one of the most impactful blues songs we’ve heard in some time.
It’s currently available as a single from the newly established Rosa’s Lounge Records label, which we’re sure will be bringing us lots more great stuff in the coming months and years.