Day 99: Born Under a Bad Sign

Born Under a Bad Sign by Albert King.

I intentionally put this song on this day because it was going to be Blues Night at my school and our in house Blues Band made up of parents and teachers would play this song, yours truly on lead vocals. But, sadly, the event had to be cancelled due to the Coronavirus pandemic. We have so many talented parents and musicians who come out for this night, it is such a thrill for me to play along with these folks. One of my favorite parts of the evening is when we get the audience to write an original blues song. Families write down some lyrics using the familiar 12 bar blues form; bring their words up to the stage. Then we make up songs on the spot using their lyrics. I give the band a key, and blues background pattern we’ve agreed upon in advance such as a shuffle, slow blues, or fast shuffle and then go for it! Their song comes to life with a live band.