On this day in Blues history for August 2nd…

On this day in 1929, Fats Waller recorded his signature tune “Ain’t Misbehavin‘” for the Victor label.

On this day in 1934, Walter Roland, Lucille Bogan’s favorite accompanist, recorded “Every Morning Blues” in New York City.

On this day in 1959, Ray Charles’ “What’d I Say” began a 2-week run at #1 on Billboard’s R&B chart.

Today’s show features music performed by Fats Waller and Ray Charles

On this day in Blues history is published every day in video format on Bluesland (on Facebook) and on BlueSky 

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