Johnny Copeland, Robert Cray, Albert Collins

Johnny Copeland, Robert Cray and Albert Collins (Showdown) / Alligator promotional photo - By Paul Natkin...

The work ethic that motivated the Queen of the Blues

Koko Taylor - By Steve Kagan When I first met Koko Taylor in 1971, she wasn’t the internationally hailed “Queen Of The Blues.” She didn’t even have her...

Chicago Tribune: “Bruce Iglauer finally tells the story” behind Alligator Records

Alligator Records founder Bruce Iglauer poses in his office recently in the Rogers Park neighborhood. (Chris Walker/Chicago Tribune) "The book docu...

In Living Blues #251
October 2017

Dear friends, We’re getting great response to Rick Estrin & The Nightcats’ new release, Groovin’ In Greaseland. Many people are declaring it the best alb...

In Living Blues #242
April 2016

Dear Friends, Hometown blues hero Toronzo Cannon launched his Alligator debut, The Chicago Way, with three scintillating performances in the Chicago area in ...

In Living Blues #241
February 2016

Dear Friends, 2016 will be a banner year for Alligator. It’s the 45th anniversary of the label and we’ll be bringing you an outstanding series of new release...

In Living Blues #240
December 2015

Dear Friends, I recently returned from Katowice, Poland, where I attended the 35th Rawa Blues Festival. It’s amazing that not only is Poland the home to the ...

In Living Blues #228
November 2013

Dear Friends, Just a few weeks ago, I went back for another fun-filled three day weekend at the King Biscuit Blues Festival in Helena, Arkansas. It’s one of ...

In Living Blues #223
January 2013

Dear Friends, As the new year kicks in, we’re busy planning Alligator’s exciting releases for 2013. I told you last time about our new Tommy Castro 45, Greed...

In Living Blues #216
November 2011

Dear Friends, I’m very excited to announce two brand new Alligator signings, both artists who have earned their rightful places in the top ranks of the blues...