The Blue And Gold is a musical collaboration between Juno nominated and WCMA Blues 'Artist Of The Year’ Ndidi O and folk-roots guitarist/banjo player Trish Klein (The Be Good Tanyas, Frazey Ford, Po’ Girl) which celebrates the musical artistry and legacy of pioneering female blues musicians.
Out today, ‘Honey In The Rock’ is the first single from The Blue And Gold’s self-titled debut album set for release on April 29th, 2022. The album is a musical homage to the profound influence of black female artists on 20th century country / blues traditions and indeed on the evolution of all modern music. The album contains 11 songs recorded with authenticity, soulfulness and grit, including reinterpretations of the works of pioneering female artists Memphis Minnie, Lottie Kimbrough, Mamie Forehand, Jessie Mae Hemphill, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, and others, as well as one song by the legendary Indigenous songwriter Buffy Sainte-Marie.
'Honey In The Rock'is available now on Spotify, Apple Music/iTunes, and other digital retailers and streaming services worldwide.
