Ray Manzarek and Roy Rogers talk about Doors guitarist Robby Krieger and his first songwriting contribution -- the Doors classic "Light My Fire."

Ray Manzarek of The Doors talks about how he came to the blues. Ray, a native of Chicago, reflects on when he first saw Muddy Waters, and more. It's an excerpt from a larger conversation with Ray Manzarek and Roy Rogers about their CD "Translucent Blues."

Ray Manzarek and Roy Rogers talk about their new collaboration "Translucent Blues", which includes lyrical contributions from Jim Carroll, Warren Zevon, and others.

Ray Manzarek and Roy Rogers talk about their 2011 album Translucent Blues.

Ray Manzarek and Roy Rogers talk about the blues in this interview for The BluesMobile.

Ray Manzarek and Roy Rogers talk about Doors guitarist Robbie Krieger in their interview for The BluesMobile.

Bex Marshall stopped by The BluesMobile studios recently and told us about her experience playing the guitar.

Bex Marshall recently visited the BluesMobile studios, where she talked about her songwriting experience.

Watch as Lionel Young performs at the Boulder Roots and Blues Summit 2011.

British soul singer James Hunter and his current band, the James Hunter Six, split the difference between Mad Men and Terry Gilliam's classic Monty Python animations in their new video for "One Way Love," from their recent album Minute by Minute.

This is Jamie N Commons' first ever performance in the United States -- March 4, 2013 at New York City's Mercury Lounge. When Jamie mentioned it was their first U.S. gig, I grabbed my camera and shot what I could for the historical record.Unfortunately, I was at the back of the room (not expecting to shoot video) and the low light gave it some grain.

This is Jamie N Commons' first ever performance in the United States -- March 4, 2013 at New York City's Mercury Lounge. When Jamie mentioned it was their first U.S. gig, I grabbed my camera and shot what I could for the historical record.Unfortunately, I was at the back of the room (not expecting to shoot video) and the low light gave it some grain.

Dr. John visited The BluesMobile studios recently to talk about his collaboration with Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys on his latest album Locked Down.

Dr. John visited The BluesMobile studios recently to talk about his collaboration with Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys on his latest album Locked Down.

Blues guitarist and producer Roy Rogers talks about his early exposure to the blues.

Roy talks about guitar influences.

Music video by The Duke Robillard Band performing "What's Wrong" . Stony Plain Records release Sept. 2011 Filmed, Edited and Directed by David Paul Album Produced by Duke Robillard Recorded at Lakewest Recording Mastered by Bongo Beach Productions

Robbie Robertson talks about how he first met Jimi Hendrix and why he calls him Jimmy James. Robertson was interviewed for The House of Blues Radio Hour.

Robbie gives background on the making of the famous Basement Tapes -- the songs recorded by The Band and Bob Dylan in Woodstock in 1967. The songs were passed around on bootlegs before an official 1975 release that featured some songs, with overdubs.

In this interview for The House of Blues Radio Hour, Robbie Robertson talks about first meeting Eric Clapton -- who he played with on Robbie's new album "How to Become Clairvoyant."

Robbie Robertson collaborated with Eric Clapton on Robbie's new album "How to Become Clairvoyant." In this interview clip from The House of Blues Radio Hour, Robbie gives some background on the sessions.

Legendary musician and member of The Band Robbie Robertson talks about his latest album "How to Become Clairvoyant". Robbie was interviewed for The House of Blues Radio Hour.

Robbie Robertson talks on The House of Blues Radio Hour about heading into Helena, Arkansas with bandmate Levon Helm to meet and spend time with Sonny Boy Williamson. In telling the story, Robertson uses language (in context) that may be offensive to some.

Curtis Salgado discusses his new album SOUL SHOT, live in The BluesMobile studios. Curtis, a native of Oregon, got his start with Robert Cray before going on to a successful solo career.

Curtis Salgado discusses his new album SOUL SHOT, live in The BluesMobile studios. Curtis, a native of Oregon, got his start with Robert Cray before going on to a successful solo career.

Alabama Shakes perform "Be Mine" at FMQB's Triple A Radio Conference in Boulder, Colorado August 10, 2012. The conference draws radio and music industry professionals together for meetings and artist showcases. Performance at the Fox Theatre.

Alabama Shakes perform "Always Alright" at FMQB's Triple A Radio Conference in Boulder, Colorado August 10, 2012. The conference draws radio and music industry professionals together for meetings and artist showcases. Performance at the Fox Theatre.

Alabama Shakes perform "Hold On" at FMQB's Triple A Radio Conference in Boulder, Colorado August 10, 2012. The conference draws radio and music industry professionals together for meetings and artist showcases. Performance at the Fox Theatre.

Blues legend Marcia Ball talks on our studio-cam about her songwriting process, noting that only a small fraction of her work ever ends up in a song.

Marcia Ball on our studio cam talking about musical styles, influences, and Professor Longhair, Dr. John among others.

Lionel Young performs an acoustic version of the classic "See See Rider" at the First Annual Boulder Roots and Blues Summit in Boulder, Colorado in May 2011. The performance took place at the Boulder Theater.

Lionel Young performs solo at the First Annual Boulder Roots and Blues Summit in Boulder, Colorado in May 2011. The performance too place at the Boulder Theater.

Lionel Young performs at the First Annual Boulder Roots and Blues Summit in Boulder, Colorado in May 2011. The solo performance took place at the Boulder Theater.

Troy Andrews, aka Trombone Shorty performs the song "One Night Only" from his 2010 album "Backatown."Trombone Shorty hails from New Orleans, mixing funk, jazz, blues and more.

Austin's Gary Clark, Jr. performs Bright Lights in front of a crowd of radio and music industry executives at FMQB's Annual AAA Radio Conference in Boulder, Colorado. August 2011.

Austin's Gary Clark, Jr. shows a more R&B/Soul side with this live performance of "Things Are Changin'." The performance took place in front of an audience of radio and music industry executives at FMQB's Annual Triple A Radio Conference in Boulder, Colorado. August 2011.

Wynton Marsalis narrates highlights from his collaboration with Eric Clapton at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York. The concerts took place in April, 2011 with music focusing on New Orleans and early blues although, as the New York Times put it, there were a few time warps. The album and DVD will be released September 13, 2011.

Buddy Guy and Junior Wells discuss their relationship and the impression held by some that the two didn't get along. From the documentary "Don't Start Me Talkin': The Junior Wells Story."

Junior Wells talks about meeting Buddy Guy, and Buddy talks about bailing Junior out of jail in this vintage interview from the documentary "Don't Start Me Talkin': The Junior Wells Story." Courtesy Sagebrush Productions.

William Elliott Whitmore performs at the First Annual Boulder Roots and Blues Summit in Boulder, Colorado. Performance took place at the Fox Theatre, May 2011.

William Elliott Whitmore performs at the First Annual Boulder Roots and Blues Summit. Performance took place at the Fox Theatre in Boulder, Colorado, May 2011.

Davy Knowles covers Outside Woman Blues at the First Annual Boulder Roots and Blues Summit. Performance took place at the Fox Theatre in Boulder, Colorado, May 2011.

Blues legend Marcia Ball captured on our studio-cam talking about fellow Louisiana musicians and influences.