Blues Brothers

The Profile

American blues-soul revivalist band and musical-comedy duo created by John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd on Saturday Night Live in 1978.

The Blues Brothers were portrayed by John Belushi (Joliet Jake) and Dan Aykroyd (Elwood). The 1980 film The Blues Brothers was directed by John Landis. The film and soundtrack feature performances by Cab Calloway, Ray Charles, James Brown and Aretha Franklin and include songs such as "Everybody Needs Somebody to Love", "She Caught the Katy" and "Gimme Some Lovin'."

The available review praises The Blues Brothers film and soundtrack for bringing blues, soul and R&B to a wide audience. It highlights performances by John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd and guest appearances by major artists. The soundtrack is described as energizing, varied and essential to the film's appeal.