Bruce Iglauer

Bruce Iglauer brings to life the catalog of Alligator Records, the label he started in 1971 because he fell in love with Chicago blues, wanted to promote it and wanted to people to hear what he heard in the clubs. He tells the story of basically all the musicians and acts he found, signed, nurtured, recorded, produced, promoted and fostered in any way he could.

It’s a fascinating look at the artistry, business and psychology of running an independent blues record label, but especially the love of the music and musicians Iglauer has brought to it.… (more)