Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase the Blues Away
Synopsis
Chicago blues great Buddy Guy never was the same after he heard John Lee Hooker’s seminal “Boogie Chillun’” while growing up in his rural stomping grounds of Lettswork, Louisiana. In 1957 he set out for the Windy City and its vibrant blues scene, where he played his way into the clubs, cut records, befriended and gigged with other greats (Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf, Otis Rush), forged his skillful, intense, wild persona, hit the road, influenced new generations of musicians (Mick, Keith, Eric, Stevie Ray Vaughan), performed at the Obama White House and collected nine Grammys along the way. Supported by a sumptuous assemblage of performance footage, testimonials from those he’s inspired (including Clapton, Carlos Santana, Gary Clark Jr., and John Mayer) and some classic blues licks, Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase the Blues Away finds Guy (now a young 84) looking back at his life, providing valuable insight into his music while leaving room for some memorable anecdotes.
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Buddy Guy - The Blues Chase The Blues Away (Official Trailer)
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-06-11
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 27, 2021
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Todd, Matt Mitchener, Devin Chanda
- Original Title
- Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase the Blues Away
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Todd, Matt Mitchener, Devin Chanda
Keith Walker
Matt Mitchener
John Beug, Sheira Rees-Davies
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Todd
Director
John Beug
Producer
Matt Mitchener
Director
Matt Mitchener
Editor
Sheira Rees-Davies
Producer
Devin Chanda
Director
Keith Walker
Director of Photography
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Suitable only for 12 years and over.
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What is Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase the Blues Away about?
Chicago blues great Buddy Guy never was the same after he heard John Lee Hooker’s seminal “Boogie Chillun’” while growing up in his rural stomping grounds of Lettswork, Louisiana. In 1957 he set out for the Windy City and its vibrant blues scene, where he played his way into the clubs, cut records, befriended and gigged with other greats (Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf, Otis Rush), forged his skillful, intense, wild persona, hit the road, influenced new generations of musicians (Mick, Keith, Eric, Stevie Ray Vaughan), performed at the Obama White House and collected nine Grammys along the way. Supported by a sumptuous assemblage of performance footage, testimonials from those he’s inspired (including Clapton, Carlos Santana, Gary Clark Jr., and John Mayer) and some classic blues licks, Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase the Blues Away finds Guy (now a young 84) looking back at his life, providing valuable insight into his music while leaving room for some memorable anecdotes.
Who directed Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase the Blues Away?
Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase the Blues Away was directed by Charles Todd, Matt Mitchener, Devin Chanda.
Who stars in Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase the Blues Away?
The principal cast of Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase the Blues Away includes Buddy Guy, Eric Clapton, Gary Clark Jr., Tom Hambridge, Carlos Santana.
When was Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase the Blues Away released and how long is it?
Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase the Blues Away was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase the Blues Away?
Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase the Blues Away holds official age classifications: GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.).