The Blues Is Alive and Well is Buddy Guy's seventeenth studio album, released on June 15, 2018. Produced again by Tom Hambridge, the album features collaborations with Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Jeff Beck, and James Taylor. It was recorded at Blackbird Studios in Nashville.
The album won the Grammy for Best Traditional Blues Album in 2019, Guy's sixth Grammy. The song 'Cognac', with Jeff Beck and Keith Richards, was released as a single. The title reflects Guy's belief that the blues remains a vital force in contemporary music.
It debuted at number one on the Billboard Blues Albums chart and reached number 50 on the Billboard 200. Critics highlighted Guy's energy and mastery at age 81. The album was supported by a tour that included dates in Europe and North America.