About this episode
The episode features James 'Blood' Ulmer, a visionary guitarist known for his unique blend of musical styles.
James “Blood” Ulmer was born in St. Matthews, South Carolina, and is a visionary guitarist known for his daring blend of avant-garde jazz, blues, and free improvisation. His nickname, “Blood,” comes from his stinging, cutting guitar style—raw, electric, and impossible to ignore. Visit southcarolinapublicradio.org/rapponjazz for full transcripts.
Topics covered
- avant-garde jazz
- blues
- free improvisation
- guitar
Keywords
- James Blood Ulmer
- guitarist
- South Carolina
Mentioned in this episode
Places: St. Matthews, South Carolina
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