What once started as a gag eventually turned into this popular web page! Several years ago, I gave a little graduation present to eighth graders. I donned a pair of dark sunglasses, grabbed a microphone, and gave my rendition of Jake Blues singing and dancing to "Soul Man." This grew into a yearly tradition, including performances on special occasions. I even started enlisting the help of guest students to perform the role of Elwood Blues. I have been a fan of The Blues Brothers, dating back to their debut on Saturday Night Live in 1978, so it is only fitting that 30 years later I present to you: Blues Brothers 2008!

Suggested Links:

Blues Brothers Central

This is dubbed as "The Internet's Largest Blues Brothers Fansite." I am inclined to agree. If you cannot find what you're looking for here, then it does not exist!

Blues Brothers Lyrics Archive

Access song lyrics from the movies (The Blues Brothers and Blues Brothers 2000 ), as well as the various CD's on this website.

Blues Brothers MIDIs

Imported from The KORNER Jukebox, here are the best Blues Brothers MIDIs in one convenient location!

The Blues Brothers Movie Script

This is a 52 page PDF (Portable Document Format) file of the original movie's script. Although production elements have been omitted, students can gain a basic understanding of what a movie script looks like. It is the next best thing to watching the film!

Blues Links

A link to more links? Well, yes. If you are a fan of the blues, the visits will be well worth your time!

VH1.com: The Blues Brothers Biography

The title says it all. Whether we want to celebrate the The Blues Brothers as a sincere singing duo or a tongue-in-cheek put-on, read the biography of Joliet Jake and his mostly silent brother Elwood.

 

ELWOOD: It's 106 miles to Chicago. We've got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it's dark, and we're wearing sunglasses.

JAKE: Hit it!