By Gregory Crofton A documentary about Chris Whitley, an artist who combined poetry with blues and scored a hit album with his first record “Living With the Law” in 1991, is still a work in progress apparently. Jon Mayor is…
‘SCRAPYARD’: Running Through the Music of Chris Whitley
This compilation of interviews, videos and live performances by Chris Whitley does a fine job of showing the wide range of his music. It varies, but tuneful, poetic blues is one way to describe it. Whitley died from lung cancer…
“Dust Radio: A Film About Chris Whitley”: Interview With Co-Director Jonathan Mayor
By Gregory Crofton Chris Whitley was a blues artist who defied the conventions of the genre. In doing so, he created truly original music. He lived a hard life of addiction and endless traveling that often accompanies someone who plays…