The "News & the Blues: Telling It like It Is" CD by Various Artists, released in August 1990 by Columbia, features a collection of Delta blues tracks. With a runtime of 58 minutes, this compilation album showcases the talent of various artists in the blues genre, making it a must-have for fans of Delta blues music. The blue color theme and authentic style of the recordings add to the overall appeal of this soulful and emotionally charged music.