Yellow Dog Records was founded in 2002 in Memphis, Tennessee, by Michael Powers, with the goal of cultivating the American musical heritage. Named after the famous Delta train that W.C. Handy was waiting for in Tutwiler when he first heard the blues in 1903, the label features artists who emphasize innovative approaches to authentic American musical roots traditionsblues, jazz, soul, and Americana styles. By providing support for recording, production, promotion, and distribution, Yellow Dog Records brings this vital music to new and wider audiences. Artists including Eden Brent, Colin Linden, The Soul of John Black, Cassie Taylor, Fiona Boyes, Mary Flower, and others who make up the label’s extensive roster have been nominated for more than 30 Blues Music Awards. Current releases include albums by the Claudettes and the Ragpicker String Band with Mary Flower, Rich DelGrosso, and Martin Grosswendt.