On this day in 1846, the saxophone was patented by Antoine Joseph Sax.

On this day in 1953, Ray Charles recorded “Mess Around” in New York City for Atlantic Records.

On this day in 1955, Joe Williams recorded “Every Day (I have the Blues)” with the Count Basie Orchestra. Clef single #89149

On this day in 1962, Sam “Lightnin’ Hopkins” recorded 8 songs live at The Second Fret in Philadelphia, PA, including the humorous “Ain’t It Crazy“. The recordings were released on an album as “Hootin’ The Blues”.

On this day in 1967, Albert King recorded “Born Under A Bad Sign”, and “Personal Manager” for Stax.

Today’s show features music performed by Ray Charles, Joe Williams, and Lightnin’ Hopkins