The making of ‘King King’
On July 29, 1991, The Red Devils began recording their debut album “King King,” now a modern blues classic. Here is how “King King” came to be, with untold stories and a rare album outtake.
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101: The Red Devils in San Francisco
SoCal might have been homebase for The Red Devils, but the band traveled up the Coast several times in the early ’90s for gigs in the San Francisco area.
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In Europe, the end of the end at two 1994 festivals
By the summer of 1994, The Red Devils faced disbandment, performing at their final gigs. Block magazine was there for the end at two very different festival appearances.
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Why was Jonny Ray Bartel sitting during The Red Devils’ Allman Brothers tour? The story behind these pics
Newly discovered photos from The Red Devils’ Aug. 23, 1992, opening slot for the Allman Brothers in New Haven, Connecticut, capture the band early in its first U.S. tour.
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‘Bloody amazing!’ YouTuber HarriBest reacts to Red Devils
The Red Devils have a new fan in YouTube creator HarriBest, who reacted to “Automatic” and made a special plea to Mick Jagger, too.
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The essential sound of Andy Kaulkin in ’13’ album sessions
Before he found Grammy success with Tom Waits, Andy Kaulkin’s piano pulled together Lester Butler’s “13” project.
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‘Bad Boys of the Blues’ run the House
The Red Devils were on the bill in the early days of the House of Blues in West Hollywood, opening for Aerosmith at a private event in 1994.
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The true story of ‘Louisiana Blues’ and the birth of The Red Devils
Thirty-five years ago, The Blue Shadows recorded “Louisiana Blues,” marking a pivotal moment in their transition to The Red Devils. With the addition of Paul Size and the interest of Rick Rubin, the band became The Red Devils.
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Souvenir roundup: Red Devils pin and promo
No Fightin’ has acquired some rare merch, including a Red Devils magnet, button and an album promo flat from “King King” showcasing collectable artwork.
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Watch: Bruce Willis, Lester Butler & The Red Devils jam on Japan TV 1991
Bruce Willis toured Japan 34 years ago promoting “The Last Boy Scout,” featuring The Red Devils in a never-before-seen video of him performing “Checkin’ Up On My Baby” on Japanese TV. No Fightin’s 6th annual Black Friday Video!
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Guitar mags celebrate Size & Bartel (and Flanigin)
The Red Devils guitarists were part of short “King King” features in Guitar World and Guitar Player magazines in the early ’90s.
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The ‘King’ & ‘King’ who named a legendary club and album
Frank and Debra Hsu had no idea in 1973 that their Chinese restaurant in Hollywood would become a world famous bar — or that their names would forever be associated with an American blues band.
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Block in memoriam: A farewell to Lester Butler
Block Magazine recalls “the shocking news of the death of Lester Butler, a week after his spiritual performance in Ospel” in 1998.
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Blue Cafe posters 1995-97 + Lester kids’ T-shirt
Vince Jordan shared these posters from his Long Beach, California, club, The Blue Cafe.
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Listen: Chris Masterson live with Lester Butler in Santa Monica
Lester Butler showcased the California version of 13 with guitarist Chris Masterson at 14 Below on March 29, 1998. Check out two live cuts from that show: “Automatic” and “Devil Woman.”
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F’ around and find out, starring The Red Devils
Lesson learned: If you promise to pay The Red Devils, you had better come through.
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Is this rediscovered Red Devils 1991 promo tape the ‘last frontier’ for collectors?
A Red Devils fan discovered an obscure promo tape in his collection — likely the band’s very first release on Def American Records.
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‘Mystic Chiefs,’ ‘Easy Tiger’ show deep blues spirit
New albums from Johnny Ray Jones and Ian Siegal & Johnny Mastro are soulful, spontaneous and so good.
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Belinda + Buster: When Bill Bateman and Go-Go’s singer were ‘first couple of Hollywood’
Cadillacs, meat bones and a new haircut: In 1982, Bill Bateman and Belinda Carlisle felt like “the first couple of Hollywood.”
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Canned Heat have Red Devils along for the ride, 1992
The Red Devils opened for Canned Heat at a Hollywood nightclub in 1992. More than 30 years later, and Canned Heat is still on the road.
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Red Devils is the future of blues, says 1994 magazine
Music & Media magazine celebrated The Red Devils as a rising blues band much too late in 1994. Several adjacent musicians, however, remain active today.
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Video: 13 goes ‘So Low Down’ in 1997
For the fifth year, No Fightin’ showcases an unseen video for Black Friday, this time featuring 13 performing “So Low Down” in 1997.
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New designs, styles and sales in No Fightin’ Threadless shop
Pick from several original designs to represent your favorite band and your favorite website.
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Surf, sex and ‘Goin’ To The Church’
YouTube user @Malama_Ki shared a memorable experience after surfing in Pohoiki, Hawaii — and it has to do with The Red Devils and a German woman.
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Lester Butler lends his blues to two legendary rock Johnnys
Lester Butler’s discography includes surprising collaborations with rock legends Johnny Rivers and Johnny Hallyday. Both artists used Butler’s harmonica prowess to bluesy effect on two 1990s releases.
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Red-hot praise for Moeller/Size
A music writer for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram in 1996 passionately promoted the “Funky Worm” band of Johnny Moeller and Paul Size, highlighting their innovative blend of blues and funk.
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Bill Bateman ready to rumble in 1990
Bill Bateman imagines a brawl between the bluesers and the metalheads in this June 1990 Blue Shadows interview.
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Did The Red Devils play this Australian fest in 1994?
The Byron Bay Bluesfest is an acclaimed music festival in Australia, with a history dating back to 1990. In 1994, they advertised a lineup with The Red Devils.
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2 nights with Lester Butler’s 13 in 1997
In 1997, Lester Butler underwent significant changes as he debuted a new band in Lexington, Kentucky, and Bloomington, Indiana. The performances showcased a leaner band and sound, and we were there to bear witness.
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“Blackwater Roll” lyrics video
Here are all the words on The Red Devils’ “Blackwater Roll,” including a lyrics video from NoFightin.com.
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