Why the Blues Brothers Made Their ‘SNL’ Debut in Bee CostumesWhy the Blues Brothers Made Their ‘SNL’ Debut in Bee CostumesJohn Belushi and Dan Aykroyd delivered their first 'Saturday Night Live' blues performance on Jan. 17, 1976. Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
The Night Ace Frehley Saved a Blues Brothers ShowThe Night Ace Frehley Saved a Blues Brothers ShowKiss guitarist recalled how he and John Belushi bonded over love of music, alcohol and drugs.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
‘The Blues Brothers’ at 40: A Briefcase Full of Wild Movie Facts‘The Blues Brothers’ at 40: A Briefcase Full of Wild Movie FactsAs wild and sprawling as 'The Blues Brothers' is, the story of the creation of the movie might be even crazier. Dave LiftonDave LiftonMatthew WilkeningMatthew Wilkening
40 Years Ago: The Blues Brothers’ ‘Soundtrack’ Shares Their Newfound Spotlight40 Years Ago: The Blues Brothers’ ‘Soundtrack’ Shares Their Newfound SpotlightAfter their smash 1978 debut, the only question was how big the follow-up album would be.Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
How Movie Industry Racism Almost Derailed ‘The Blues Brothers’How Movie Industry Racism Almost Derailed ‘The Blues Brothers’Some movie exhibitors apparently believed white audiences wouldn't be interested in watching the film. Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
40 Years Ago: The Blues Brothers' 'Briefcase Full of Blues' 40 Years Ago: The Blues Brothers' 'Briefcase Full of Blues' At first, some questioned whether John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd meant it or not.Nick DeRisoNick DeRiso
True Blue: The Band Behind the Blues BrothersTrue Blue: The Band Behind the Blues BrothersHere's a guide to the talented musicians who backed "Joliet" Jake and Elwood Blues.Bryan WawzenekBryan Wawzenek