King Curtis has been played on NTS in shows including Farhad Hakim, featured first on 21 February 2016. Songs played include Memphis Soul Stew, Jeep's Blues and Sing A Simple Song.

Curtis Ousley (February 7, 1934 – August 13, 1971), who performed under the stage name King Curtis, was an American saxophone virtuoso known for rhythm and blues, rock and roll, soul, blues, funk and soul jazz. Variously a bandleader, band member, and session musician, he was also a musical director and record producer. Adept at tenor, alto, and soprano saxophone, he was best known for his distinctive riffs and solos such as on The…