Bobby "Blue" Bland

Robert Calvin "Bobby" Bland (born January 27, 1930, Rosemark, Tennessee; died June 23, 2013) was an American blues, R&B and soul singer noted for his expressive, interpretive vocal style and landmark recordings including Two Steps From the Blues.

Widely regarded as an interpretive singer blending gospel, blues, R&B and soul. Key album Two Steps From the Blues (1961). Review on DeBaser highlights His California Album (1973) and praises Bland's voice and orchestral arrangements. Public records list birth in Rosemark, Tennessee (1930) and death in 2013.

A highly positive, affectionate appraisal of Bobby "Blue" Bland's interpretive gifts focused on His California Album (1973). The review praises Bland's voice, orchestral arrangements and recommends listening. It situates Bland among major soul and blues interpreters and points readers toward his records.

For:Fans of classic R&B, soul and blues; listeners seeking interpretive vocalists and vintage 1960s–1970s soul albums.