Steve Freund on Chicago Blues, Guitar, & Touring | Interview by Mark Hummel #bluesguitarists

Steve Freund, acclaimed Chicago blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter, sits down with Mark Hummel for an in-depth interview covering his legendary career, blues guitar style, and life on the road. In this exclusive conversation, Steve Freund shares stories from decades in the blues world, his influences, touring experiences, and insights into the Chicago blues tradition that shaped his sound. Steve has shared the stage and recorded with Box Scaggs, Sunnyland Slim, Hubert Sumlin, James Cotton, Pinetop Perkins Willie “Big Eyes” Smith, Eddie Shaw Jimmy Rogers, Homesick James, Otis Rush and more Mark Hummel—award-winning blues harmonica player and bandleader—guides the discussion into musicianship, blues history, and what keeps the blues alive today. 🎸 Whether you’re a blues guitarist, harmonica player, music historian, or lifelong fan of traditional blues, this interview offers rare perspective and authentic storytelling from one of the genre’s true veterans. 👉 Subscribe for more blues interviews, performances, and behind-the-scenes stories. Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @markhummelsharmonicaparty