 🏆 DELMARK ARTISTS SHINE AT THE JUS’ BLUES AWARDS |
     Delmark Records is celebrating an unforgettable few days in Biloxi, MS, where the blues community has gathered for the Jus’ Blues Awards. We’re thrilled to congratulate Jamiah Rogers and Roosevelt “Hatter” Purifoy on receiving honors at this year’s awards, recognizing their outstanding contributions to keeping the blues alive and thriving.  Jamiah will receive the Bobby Rush Blues Entertainer Award and Roosevelt will receive the Muddy Award. Representing Delmark on stage is EJ Mathews, who is performing alongside acclaimed blues artist Zac Harmon. Also attending this year’s festivities is Delmark Records President Julia A. Miller, proudly supporting our artists and celebrating the vibrant future of blues music.    🎶 NEW MUSIC AVAILABLE NOWThe celebration continues with exciting new releases from Delmark’s newest generation of blues artists. 🎸 JAMIAH ROGERS Two brand-new digital singles are streaming everywhere now! Check out Mojo Man & Chicago Cowboy. These singles offer the first taste of Jamiah’s highly anticipated full-length Delmark debut album, which will be out soon! Plus Jamiah has his very own limited edition graphic T out now available in ladies and unisex sizing. Buy Jamiah’s T shirt Now 🎹 Roosevelt “Hatter” Purifoy Fresh off his Jus’ Blues Award recognition, Roosevelt’s brand-new digital single, Nothin’ But Love, is available now on all major streaming platforms. Celebrate his latest award by turning up his newest release—a soulful performance that showcases why Roosevelt continues to be one of Chicago’s most respected blues artists. 🎤 EJ MATHEWS EJ Mathews’ brand-new single was released this week, just as he takes the stage in Biloxi with Zac Harmon. Be among the first to hear! Listen to “Walking Down This Road” here! https://youtu.be/nhHpO7GxEoM?si=o5WXf57Sjt7q_PzQ Be sure to shop all new releases as well as our complete catalog on our new and improved shop! Click here! |
“Walking Down This Road” – EJ Mathews
Publishing: EJ Mathews, BMI
EJ Mathews – vocals & acoustic guitar
Featuring Steve Bell on Harmonica
At the 2026 International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN, Julia A. Miller and Elbio Barilari of Delmark Records heard EJ Mathews and immediately knew they were in the presence of a singular new voice.
Born and raised in East Texas, in the Piney Woods region where country blues, gospel, and African-American musical traditions have deep roots, EJ carries the spirit of that landscape into a sound entirely his own: a powerful blend of swamp-music, country-funk, and the raw rhythmic energy of the blues.
A modern-day storyteller, EJ continues the tradition of the talking blues, where words become rhythm and personal experience becomes poetry. His music forms a bridge between the country blues of yesterday and the spoken-word energy of hip-hop and rap, proving that the blues is not a museum piece, but a living language.
Featuring Steve Bell on harmonica, “Walking Down This Road” introduces an artist who honors the roots while creating a new musical landscape — one that belongs unmistakably to EJ Mathews.
Produced by Elbio Barilari
Mixed by Elbio Barilari & Julia A. Miller
Recorded and mastered by Julia A. Miller at Delmark Records Riverside Studio
June 8th and 9th 2026
EJ Mathews – Swamp Boogie from the Piney Woods of East Texas
