Patrick Ortiz Portfolio

Women are even becoming more and more prevalent in music, appearing in every genre from pop... [Read more].

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Making a name for yourself in any male-dominate area is difficult, but these ladies are always up for... [Read more].

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It’s that time of year again. The weather is getting cooler, the leaves are... [Read more].

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Our goal is to keep everyone up to date on the latest blues happenings and spread the love and joy... [Read more].

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Almost five months are gone in 2018 already! A lot… so much in fact, has happened this year so far... [Read more].

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Almost five months are gone in 2018 already! A lot… so much in fact, has happened this year so far... [Read more].

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More is always better! Ok, not necessarily in all cases... [Read more].

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There have been some incredible albums released in 2018 so far in every genre from jazz and... [Read more].

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Tell me if this conversation sounds familiar: “So, you’re into music Mark? That’s awesome... [Read more].

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The term ‘supergroup’ is used to describe a collection of musicians who are technically proficient at his... [Read more].

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Summer is here and the time is right… for blues festivals! Grab some sunblock, a case (or two)... [Read more].

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Duane Allman’s name is synonymous with the blues. Not only was he one of the best blues guitarists of his time... [Read more].

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As a musician, the pinnacle of success is securing a spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame; is it though... [Read more].

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Before the days of mumble rap, Beyonce, Bruno Mars, and... [Read more].

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With well over a hundred years of blues music, we have seen and heard some of the most incredible musicians ... [Read more].

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We talk a lot about the legendary musicians who have made a significant mark on music or... [Read more].

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Get out your lighters out and ready! Today we are saluting a few ... Read more].

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Everyday, inspiring and powerful women are showing the... [Read more].

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We talk a lot about the legendary musicians who have made a significant mark on music or... [Read more].

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Musicians get obsessed with a lot of things; it’s in our nature. We are constantly reworking... [Read more].

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What makes one guitarist stick out over all others? This question is subjective, but there are some... [Read more].

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Activism, organizations, and social movements have existed for many years, well before they... [Read more].

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Music has so many positive affects on our lives. It is extremely... [Read more].

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Jazz is not for everybody. I understand that. It has been described as ‘elevator music,’ boring, confusing.... [Read more].

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