Blues on Beale is thrilling and heartbreaking. The artists showcased are so worthy and their backstories remarkable. The producers have done a great job capturing their energy and their artistry. Appropriately enough for a Blues competition, this story doesn't have a Hollywood happy ending. I came away feeling that the artists that ended up winning were chosen for all the wrong reasons. But I guess if the Blues teaches us anything it's how to face the unfairness of life with a strong voice and a knowing smile. The honesty, integrity and grit of the featured musicians taught me a lot about what it takes to be a winner even when you lose, and just as much about what it takes to be a great Blues artist in the 21st century.
Review of Blues on Beale
