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Lil Ed & The Blues Imperials

Season 9 Episode 906 | 56m 46s

World-renowned Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials have been performing for nearly 30 years. Led by frontman Lil' Ed with his rough-edged, soulful vocals, this group is as real and hard-hitting as Chicago blues gets. The Chicago Sun-Times says, "Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials are the hottest purveyors of bottleneck boogie to come out of Chicago since Hound Dog Taylor."

Aired: 12/06/18
BackStage Pass Season 10 is made possible with financial support from MSU Federal Credit Union and by viewers like you. Additional production support is provided by Zaytoon Mediterranean Grill, Homewood Suites by Hilton, and MessageMakers.
Extras
Soothe your soul with the musical musings of Willy Tea Taylor
Lighten your mood with electronic singer Tishmal and her song "Heavy."
Chase away those clouds with Joe Hertler and the Rainow Seekers and their song "Old Love."
Feeling so isolated you could scream? Shout along with Jesse Ray & The Carolina Catfish
Remember when life was simpler? Hit "Rewind" with the electronic pop of SIAS.
Have a dance party in your living room with Michigan musician Tunde Olaniran
Keep calm and remember "Everything...Everything is going be alright!"
"Stuck at home with the family driving you crazy? Try being in a band with them!
Take a break with the soothing sounds of Jack & The Bones and their song "Sideshow."
Artist and activist Tunde Olanarian leads a high-energy show featuring dancers and choir.