Voices of Beale Street
Episodes
Episode 1: Jerod Minnies
(click here to listen on SoundCloud)
Jerod's been a Beale Streeter for nearly 40 years. He's a multi-instrumentalist and blues virtuoso. Although a Memphis native, Jerod has traveled the world playing shows in Tokyo, London, and New York City. Jerod shares his life story intimately and openly, ranging from strong childhood memories to his remarkable adventures abroad.
Episode Details:
Released in October 2020.
Directed, recorded, and produced in Memphis, TN, USA by Zara Ali.
Songs performed by Jerod, in order of appearance:
1. Pediatric Blues (original improv by Jerod)
2. I'll Play the Blues for You (cover by Jerod, originally by Albert King)
3. There Goes My Baby (cover by Jerod, originally by Usher)
4. Flute Song (original piece by Jerod)
5. 1555 (original piece by Jerod)
6. When the Levy Breaks (cover by Jerod, originally by Memphis Minnie)
Support Jerod by becoming a fan on ReverbNation.
(click here to listen on SoundCloud)
Jerod's been a Beale Streeter for nearly 40 years. He's a multi-instrumentalist and blues virtuoso. Although a Memphis native, Jerod has traveled the world playing shows in Tokyo, London, and New York City. Jerod shares his life story intimately and openly, ranging from strong childhood memories to his remarkable adventures abroad.
Episode Details:
Released in October 2020.
Directed, recorded, and produced in Memphis, TN, USA by Zara Ali.
Songs performed by Jerod, in order of appearance:
1. Pediatric Blues (original improv by Jerod)
2. I'll Play the Blues for You (cover by Jerod, originally by Albert King)
3. There Goes My Baby (cover by Jerod, originally by Usher)
4. Flute Song (original piece by Jerod)
5. 1555 (original piece by Jerod)
6. When the Levy Breaks (cover by Jerod, originally by Memphis Minnie)
Support Jerod by becoming a fan on ReverbNation.
