Diving into the "Alt-Blue" playlist is like stepping into a dimly lit bar where the air vibrates with the raw energy of blues, seasoned with a twist of alternate rock and soul. It kicks off with Joe Bonamassa's gritty "Come On," setting the tone for an eclectic collection that blurs the lines between traditional blues and its rebellious offspring. Tracks like "Pearl Cadillac (feat. Andra Day)" by Gary Clark Jr. and Andra Day, and "Holy Ghost Fire" by Larkin Poe, infuse soulful vocals and electrifying guitar licks, proving that the spirit of the blues is alive, kicking, and dressed in modern garb.

But "Alt-Blue" isn't just a homage to the old guards; it's a playground where new voices like Cobi, with "Hard Feelings," and Adia Victoria's poignant "South Gotta Change," explore contemporary themes through the age-old blues narrative. The playlist features a rich tapestry of sounds—from the infectious grooves of G. Love & Special Sauce in "Go Crazy (feat. Keb' Mo')" to the poignant storytelling of Tom Morello and Gary Clark Jr. in "Can't Stop The Bleeding." It's an invitation to experience the blues as it breathes today; raw, multifaceted, and unapologetically true to its roots.