596 - I Found the Best Country Blues Artist on TikTok

596 - I Found the Best Country Blues Artist on TikTok

The Public Access Podcast 596 - Joe Bourgeois: Blues Musician on the Rise to International Fame

The Public Access Podcast with Joe Bourgeois - October 18, 2024

In this engaging episode of The Public Access Podcast, host Rusty Diamond, C.H., former professional wrestler, stand-up comedian, musician, and hypnotist, brings you an inspiring conversation with blues musician Joe Bourgeois. Joe has an impressive musical career that spans decades, from playing in country bands to becoming a celebrated blues artist. Recently, he won the DC Blues Society's Battle of the Bands and is now preparing to compete on the international stage in Memphis at the International Blues Challenge.

Joe talks about his journey from Arkansas to West Virginia, where he played in various genres before returning to his blues roots. He shares insights about learning blues guitar from his grandfather’s Robert Johnson records, his weirdest gigs (including one at a surprise swingers' party!), and how TikTok helped him boost his recognition. Joe also balances his love for music with a remote IT career, which allows him to continue gigging and pursuing his passion.

This episode delves into Joe’s upcoming plans to perform at the International Blues Challenge, network with fellow musicians, and continue growing his social media presence. Hear how he balances life as a musician and IT specialist and what lies ahead in his music career.

The Public Access Podcast is in its 11th year, having started on November 15, 2013, with its first guest, Steve Magnuson. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube and Rumble, or listen on your favorite podcast platforms. Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and share, and be sure to explore more episodes on The Rusty Diamond Podcast Network.

Rusty's Links:

Website: rustydiamond.net
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@rustydiamondhypnosis
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-5274214
Hypnosis Is Great: hypnosisisgreat.com
Pop-Up Healing: popuphealing.net, facebook.com/popuphealing

Joe Bourgeois's Links:

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/littlejoe
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LittleJoeBourgeois

Check out other shows on The Rusty Diamond Podcast Network, including The Public Access Podcast, The Thinking Man's Pro Wrestling Podcast, Saved by the Ben, This Is It with Lizzy, and How We Grew Up.

This episode is brought to you by:

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