congratulation !!!
BluesArt-Journal,
Sissy und Fritz
1983 Gründung der Bluesbreakers
Seither über 650 Konzerte in Österreich, Deutschland, Italien, Slowenien, Türkei, China, Marokko, USA, Kroatien und Spanien.
Bluesbreakers in CHINA
CD-Reviews
Die Bluesbreakers sind zu einem fixen Bestandteil der österreichischen Musikszene geworden;
Auftritte bei den größten Festivals Österreichs (Donauinselfest, Wiener u. Grazer Stadtfest, Jazzfest Wien, zahlreiche Stadtfeste, etc.) sowie in vielen bedeutenden Clubs (Jazzland, Metropol, Reigen, Rockhaus, Utopia Innsbruck, Posthof Linz, KKK Velden, Casineum Velden etc.), haben den Ruf der BB als eine der besten
Live - Bands Österreichs begründet und gefestigt.
Sie spielten dabei mit so unterschiedlichen Musikern wie: Andy J. Forest, Bosco Petrovic, Chris Farlowe, Falco, Hubert von Goisern, Joesi Prokopetz, Magic Slim, Luisiana Red, Nazareth, Spencer Davies Group, Stephen Bruton, Luther Allison u.v. a....
Höhepunkt der bisherigen Laufbahn war eine 3-wöchige China -Tournee im Frühjahr 1989 kurz vor Ausbruch der tragischen Ereignisse am Platz des „Himmlischen Friedens“. Als 3. westliche Rockband (nach WHAM und BAP) begeisterten die Bluesbreakers ca. 80.000 Besucher in 6 Konzerten (Peking, Tientsin, Guilin).
Die Marokkotournee im Frühjahr 1993, bei der unter anderem vor dem marokkanischen Königshaus und höchstrangigen Politikern konzertiert wurde, eine Spanientournee im September 1993 sowie die 2. Chinatournee im Frühjahr 1996 waren weitere fulminante Höhepunkte ihrer Karriere.
1998 wurde ein lang gehegter Wunsch Wirklichkeit – eine Tournee durch die USA – und eine Live CD Aufnahme im legendären Continental Club Austin (Texas). Nach den langen Jahren „on the road“ hat die Band, einen eigenständigen Sound des zeitgenössischen Blues entwickelt. Verschiedene Arten von „black music“, von „Chicago Blues“ bis zum „New Orleans R & B“ halten die „devil´s music“ am Leben.
Mit ihrem Album „A GOOD DAY FOR THE BLUES“ geben die BB wieder richtig Gas. Erdig, rau, eigene Titel sowie Bluesstandards im BB-Stil – dies ist die Mischung die seit Jahrzehnten das Erfolgsrezept der Bluesbreakers bildet!
"If that Band don't get you movin', consult your doctor - maybe you're dead"
Die Bluesbreakers:
Dieter Themel: lead voc; Jörg Friessnegg: git, slide git; Arthur Ottowitz: harp, key, acc; Helmut Spreitzer: bass; Kiki Oswald: drums;
Discography:
Steppin'out - 1986
Hot Stuff - 1988
China tour (live) - 1989
News - 1990
Boom Boom - 1991
C'mon - 1993
America - 1998
A good day for the blues - 2004
Plattenkritiken:
A Good Day For The Blues
Im einundzwanzigsten Jahr ihres Bestehens zeigen die Kärntner keinerlei Ermüdungs-erscheinungen. Im Gegenteil! Ihr neuer Silberling besticht mit erfahrenem Spiel und sattem Grooves....Concerto
Hot Stuff
Gleich vorweg: hier handelt es sich um die beste österreichische Rhythm & Blues Platte der letzten fünf Jahre. .... Absolut "blaue" Musik für den Bauch.....Rennbahn Express
News
Das "knallende" Blueserlebnis für Österreich sind nach wie vor die "Bluesbreakers". Hier wird musiziert auf Teufel komm raus.....Blues Life
China Tour
....Die Platte übermittelt eine derartige Atmosphäre, dass einem der Atem wegbleibt....wer sie einmal gehört hat, wird so schnell nicht von ihr loskommen. Das ist Blues und Rock'n' Roll von der allerersten gespielten Note an! .....Blues Life
Konzertkritiken:
Tiroler Tageszeitung:
Blues aus Kärnten mit viel Humor und enormer Kondition.
....Ungeachtet zur geographischen Ferne zum Mutterland des Blues, sorgten die Bluesbreakers für ausgezeichnete Stimmung im "Utopia" und hielten die Besucher bis gegen zwei Uhr in Atem. .... Sänger Dieter Themel ist eine Klasse für sich. Abgesehen von seiner erdigen Bluesstimme unterhielt er das Publikum mit markigen Sprüchen, "todernsten" Kommentaren, erschöpfenden Textinhaltsangaben und vergaß keine Sekunde, dem längst zum Fanclub avancierten Publikum die mitgebrachten Platten in ständiger Erinnerung zu halten.
China Daily:
Six Austrian rock'n'rollers threw 18 000 Chinese fans into a frenzy on Wednesday night at the Beijing's Workers Stadium. Dieter Themel and his Bluesbreakers performed both Austrian and American songs and managed to sing a top Chinese hit "Nothing I have" which brought the house down.
Kleine Zeitung:
Vor einem noblen und anfangs auch recht steifen Publikum spielten und sangen die Bluesbreakers im Veldener Casineum. ... Mit Recht gelten die Bluesbreakers als vielleicht beste Bluesband Österreichs. Sie haben mitten im Kommerzkrach der Hitparaden Musik anzubieten.... Die Bluesbreakers sind live nicht zu überbieten. Selbst Leute, bei deren Haltung man sich fragt, was sie bei einem solchen Konzert suchen, tauen schließlich bei Blues, Rock'n'Roll und Boogie auf, gehen begeistert mit.
----- Dieter und Fritz (Photos ctsy Bluesbreakers)Memorial for
Gene Chambers
The memorial for Mr. Gene Chambers
will be held Wednesday,
January 30, 2008 at 3:00 PM.
Alcove Funeral Chapel 9101 Elk Grove Blvd. Elk Grove, Ca
There will also be a "Remembrance, Memorial & Jam" to honor Gene at the Torch Club on Saturday,
February 23, 2008 from
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
"Honeydripper" Film
Honeydripper: A 1950 Alabama fable about the "Honeydripper Lounge"
featuring music and acting from
Danny Glover, Gary Clark, Jr. and
Keb' Mo' will be out shortly.
Like last year's Black Cat Moan this film has a great sound track.
Keep an eye out for this movie when it's available in your area.
Dear Friedrich,
As we wrap up the month of January, one can catch some very special events around our area. Mark Hummel brings his "Harmonica Blowout" featuring John Mayall, Kenny Neal, Lazy Lester and Fingers Taylor to various venues and David Lindley appears at Marilyn's On K this Wednesday evening.
February arrives this weekend, so that means some of your friends will be hanging out on Beale Street in Memphis supporting the Delta Wires and the Morning Wood Blues Duo at the IBC. Good luck to everyone!
Friday's local scene has: Pailer, Fratis & Taylor early at the Torch Club followed by the Midtown Creepers; Big John Evans w/Bad Intentions at the Tumbleweed Inn; Blues Farm on Constable Jack's stage; First Friday Blues Jam w/Grant Urias & Steve Knobles in Zigato's Bar & Grill - Clarion Hotel; Johnny "Guitar" Knox w/Dave Croall & The Soothers perfroming at Lucille's BBQ; Leo Boots & Southside Shuffle appearing at the Folsom Hotel and the Linda Bracamonte Band playing the Elk Grove Brewery.
On Saturday and Sunday, catch some music near you and stay safe!
Please remember our friend Gene Chambers. His memorial is scheduled for Wednesday afternoon in Elk Grove.
Here is this week's schedule:
Wednesday: Daniel Castro (6:00), Lou's Pier 47, San Francisco =--= David Lindley (8:00), Marilyn's On K, Sacramento =--= Jimmy Pailer Band (9:00), Torch Club, Sacramento =--= Open Mic w/Chris Martinez (5:30), Torch Club, Sacramento =--= Open Mic w/Dave Channell (7:00), California Club, Auburn =-- = Redwood City Blues Jam (7:00), Little Fox Theater, Redwood City =--= SacBlues Pro Jam w/ Steve Foster (8:00), Louie's Cocktail Lounge, Rancho Cordova =--= Sonoma County Blues Society Jam (7:00), Last Day Saloon, Santa Rosa
Thursday: Aaron King Trio (9:00), Torch Club, Sacramento =--= Blues Jam w/Equinox Blues Review (7:00), Vega's, Old Sacramento =--= Jam w/Big Mike & FatKatz (7:00), Po'Boyz, Folsom =- -= Open Mic w/Dave Channell (7:00), Yager's, Folsom =--= X-Trio (5:00), Torch Club, Sacramento
FRIDAY, February 1
Acoustic Trio w/Pailer, Fratis & Taylor (5:00), Torch Club, Sacramento =--= Big John Evans w/Bad Intentions (9:00), Tumbleweed Inn, Rancho Cordova =--= Blues Farm (9:00), Constable Jack's, Newcastle =--= Blues Jam w/Grant Urias & Steve Knobles (8:00), Zigato's Bar & Grill - Clarion Hotel, Sacramento =--= Blues Jam w/Rick Arnold (8:00), Drytown Club, Drytown =--= Chris Cain (8:00 & 10:00), Biscuits & Blues, San Francisco =--= Daniel Castro (9:00), Mojo Lounge, Fremont =--= Harmonica Blowout w/Mark Hummel, John Mayall, Kenny Neal, Lazy Lester, Fingers Taylor (9:00), Cache Creek Casino, Brooks =--= Jackie Payne (5:00), Lou's Pier 47, San Francisco =--= Johnny "Guitar" Knox w/Dave Croall & The Soothers (6:00), Lucille's BBQ, Rocklin =-- = Leo Boots & Southside Shuffle (9:00), Folsom Hotel, Folsom =--= Linda Bracamonte Band (9:00), Elk Grove Brewery, Elk Grove =--= Midtown Creepers (9:00), Torch Club, Sacramento =--= Shane Dwight Blues Band (9:00), Sly McFly's, Monterey
SATURDAY, February 2
Reno Blues Society - Mardi Gras Show with Mark St. Mary Blues & Zydeco Band and Blue Haven (7:30), Holiday Inn, Reno. Black Cat Bone (10:00), Woodstock's Pizza, Davis =--= Jackie Payne & Steve Edmondson (8:00 & 10:00), Biscuits & Blues, San Francisco =--= Jam w/Lyle Volkland (8:00), Haven's Acre, Lathrop =-- = Laura Meyer (8:00), Cosmic Café, Placerville =--= Mercy Me (9:00), Torch Club, Sacramento =--= Mere Mortals (9:00), Elk Grove Brewery, Elk Grove =--= Mr. December Band (9:30), Constable Jack's, Newcastle =--= Nedra Russ w/Equinox Blues (9:00), The Annex, Sutter Creek =--= Rhythm Rowdies - Mardi Gras Fundraiser (7:00), Newman Center, Chico =--= The Detours (9:30), Mark & Monica's, Granite Bay =--= Wingnut Adams Blues Band (9:00), Crazy Horse Saloon, Nevada City
SUNDAY, February 3
Blues Jam w/Morning Wood Blues Band (5:00), Tumbleweed Inn, Rancho Cordova =--= Blues Pro Jam w/Stan Erhart (7:30), Old Princeton Landing, Princeton by the Sea =--= Brad Wilson (6:00), Lou's Pier 47, San Francisco =--= Jeramy Norris Band (2:00), Paradise Bar & Grill, Bethel Island =--= Open Mic w/Dave Channell (4:00), On The Rocks Bar, Citrus Heights =--= Showcase Blues Jam w/Jimmy Pailer (5:00), Torch Club, Sacramento =--= Sunday Blues Jam w/Steve Mears & Probable Cause (8:00), Powerhouse Pub, Folsom =--= Stacie Eakes & The Superfreakes (9:00), Torch Club, Sacramento =--= Wingnut Adams Blues Band (4:00), Rusty Porthole, Bethel Island
Coming Soon !!
Wednesday, February 6 - Robben Ford (8:00), Harlows, Sacramento.
Friday, February 8 - Johnny "Guitar" Knox w/Dave Croall & The Soothers (9:00), Constable Jack's, Newcastle. Little Dave Thompson (9:00), Torch Club, Sacramento.
Saturday, February 16 - Tommy Castro Band (8:00), Center For The Arts, Grass Valley.
Thursday, February 21 - Sean Costello (9:00), Torch Club, Sacramento.
Friday, February 22 - Johnny Winter Band (8:00), The Catalyst, Santa Cruz.
I need to remind some of you to always check with the venue before driving many miles to catch a jam or a show. With the high price of gasoline, I know it can be frustrating to arrive at your destination only to find that the event has been canceled or rescheduled. This email is not intended to be "the absolute word" on what's going on. The web calendar is done by volunteers and is compiled weeks in advance, so it may have errors or discrepancies.
Keep supporting the Sacramento Blues Society, worthy benefits, the blues clubs and festivals around your area!
Save me a seat,
----- Willie
email: wsbrown1@prodigy.net
phone: 916-443-9212
SacBlues Web: www.sacblues.com/
www.myspace.com/sacbluessociety
January 30, 2008
>>>>> Pre-Super Bowl Blues Events this weekend at the Rhythm Room in Phoenix: As thousands of visitors pour into Phoenix from all around the world for the Super Bowl, there are two blues events of note at the Rhythm Room in the days prior to this spectacular sports event:
Friday, February 1, 2008: Little Charlie & The Nightcats - Charlie is retiring! This Friday's show may be the last time Phoenicians will have the opportunity to see this notorious and spirited blues band. Charlie Baty, the guitarist and bandleader of the Nightcats, has announced his intentions of retiring after the band's European dates in March. After over 30 years of performing and ten albums on the Alligator record label, the dynasty will finally come to an end. Little Charlie has told Bob in a personal phone call that he was tired of life on the road. Charlie also mentioned that Nightcats harmonica ace and frontman Rick Estrin is working up a new, yet to be named project, and will keep the tradition of this band going. Little Charlie is simply an amazing guitarist and his dynamic playing will be missed on the national and international touring circuit. A press release put out by Piedmont Talent seems to leave the door open for a "reunion" tour or special appearances. Let's hope that we have not heard the last of this great guitarist. The Rhythm Room is located at 1019 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85014. Doors open at 8pm, cover charge is $15. Rack Shack Barbeque will be available at this event. This night will be a patio smoking only event; no indoor smoking will be permitted.
Saturday, February 2, 2008: Super Bowl Blues Pre-Party with Dave Riley & Bob Corritore Band, Long John Hunter, and Big Pete Pearson. A night of pure traditional blues. The night will be hosted by the BMA-nominated Dave Riley and Bob Corritore and their band, including Dave Riley, Jr. on bass, and Tom "Hacksaw" Coulson on drums. Look for guest appearances by Arizona's King of the Blues, Big Pete Pearson; and Long John Hunter, who says this is his first live appearance anywhere in four years. The Rhythm Room is located at 1019 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85014. Doors open at 8pm, cover charge is $10. Rack Shack Barbeque will be available at this event. This night will be a patio smoking only event; no indoor smoking will be permitted.
>>>>> New Articles and postings on the Internet: Some recent kind words and postings:
-Vizztone Label Group artist Gina Sicilia's Blog. Thanks Gina!
-Benjamin Cossel's article on Bob Corritore.
-Special thanks to Blueswax for quoting items from this newsletter. Check out and sign up for Blueswax's spectacular e-newsletter by clicking here.
-Also special thanks to Blues Art Studio for including the Bob Corritore Blues Newsletter along with other fine e-publications on the news section of their website. Check out their recent news updates by clicking here.>>>>> New Mannish Boys CD and Bobby Jones CD forthcoming on Delta Groove: Randy Chortkoff has just been in the studio recording two amazing new CDs. The Mannish Boys, now one of the greatest touring blues units around, recorded what will be their fourth CD. Johnny Dyer, Finis Tasby, Bobby Jones, special guest Little Sammy Davis, and others will be featured on this new release out later this year. Former Aces vocalist Bobby Jones also laid down his own CD at the same time. Bobby is a stunning singer who can handle a wide range of material. It will be great to finally have a whole CD to capture the depth of this man's talent. Randy has played a few selections from these forthcoming releases to Bob over the phone, and they are simply top-notch performances. Thanks to Delta Groove for releasing some of the greatest straight ahead blues releases on the current music landscape. Check out this late 50's picture of Bobby Jones and The Aces on Bob's website by clicking here.
>>>>> Bob's Radio Show Turns 24 Years old! This week marks the 24-year anniversary of Those Lowdown Blues on KJZZ 91.5 FM. Look for the same great traditional blues programming that you get each week on Bob's show plus a special live on the air performance by Dave Riley. Each week Bob shares selections from his vast collection of blues recordings. Last year Bob's show won a Keeping the Blues Alive Award from The Blues Foundation in the category of Public Radio. Listeners may hear Those Lowdown Blues anywhere in the world (real time Sunday nights from 6pm-11pm Phoenix time) via web streaming by clicking here, or on KJZZ in Phoenix at 91.5 FM in Phoenix, Arizona, 89.5 in Cottonwood, 90.1 in Prescott, 98.9 in Tucson, and 99.1 in Kingman.
>>>>> 2008 KBA Awards and International Blues Challenge to take place in Memphis this weekend: Speaking of Keeping the Blues Alive (KBA) awards, congratulations to the class of 2008 KBA recipients, who will be honored in Memphis this weekend. Each year, The Blues Foundation presents KBA Awards to individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the Blues world. For a complete list of this year's KBA recipients, click here. The Blues Foundation will present the 2008 KBA Awards during a recognition brunch Saturday, February 2, 2008, at the Doubletree Hotel in downtown Memphis, Tennessee. The KBA ceremony will be part of the International Blues Challenge (IBC) weekend of events. For complete information about the 2008 International Blues Challenge weekend, click here, and to see the weekend schedule, click here.
Magic Sam on YouTube: Please enjoy this film clip of Magic Sam in Europe. First an interview, then a great live performance of "All Your Love", followed by Sam's amazing guitar boogie "Looking Good". Click here to see a very satisfying look at this legendary Chicago Bluesman. Note that Magic Sam is playing Earl Hooker's guitar.
January 24, 2008>>>>> Plans for Jimmy Rogers Book announced: Though still in the research stages, Dr. Wayne Everett Goins has announced his intentions to author a book that will be titled That's All Right: The Jimmy Rogers Story. Jimmy Rogers is simply one of the greatest blues artists that ever lived, and he, along with Muddy Waters and Little Walter, were architects of the classic Chicago Blues style of the early 1950s. I had heard about this book project last year from Jacque Lane, Jimmy's daughter who had called me to tell me to expect a call from Dr. Goins. The call came this week, and I found Dr. Goins to be a simply wonderful person with a great love for Jimmy's music. I was able to provide him with photos, stories, contacts, and support. He has already compiled a long list of interviews with others who knew and worked with Jimmy, but his work is far from complete. If anyone would be willing to share stories, information, photos or memorabilia on Jimmy Rogers, please contact Dr. Goins as soon as possible. His contact information:
Wayne Everett Goins, Ph.D.
Director of Jazz
Associate Professor of Music
222 McCain Auditorium
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS 66506-4703
(785) 532-3822 Office
(785) 532-3817 Fax
weg@ksu.edu
Any help that can be provided for this worthy cause would be greatly appreciated. To see a photo page dedicated to Jimmy Rogers on the Bob Corritore website, please click here. For a brief bio of Jimmy Rogers, please click here.>>>>> Bill Lupkin at the Rhythm Room this Weekend: Speaking of Jimmy Rogers, one of his former harmonica players, the great Bill Lupkin will be bringing his Chicago Blues Band to the Rhythm Room Friday, January 25, 2008. Bill is a powerful player with two fine releases out on the Blue Bella label. The Rhythm Room is located at 1019 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85014. Doors open at 8pm, cover charge is $8. Rack Shack Barbeque will be available at this event. This night will be a patio smoking only event; no indoor smoking will be permitted.
>>>>> ABS Magazine features rave review of Travelin' The Dirt Road and more! The latest issue of France's ABS Magazine includes glowing reviews of Dave Riley and Bob Corritore/Travelin' The Dirt Road on Blue Witch Records, House Rockin' & Blues Shoutin'’ on Blue Witch Records and Nappy Brown/Long Time Coming on Blind Pig Records. The Travelin' The Dirt Road and the Nappy Brown releases are highlighted reviews in the magazine. This issue also includes features on Tail Dragger, Betty Harris, Boogie-Woogie piano, Eddie Bo, and more. Special thanks to our friend Marcel Benedit, the person behind ABS Magazine.
>>>>> Bob Corritore to appear at the Spring Harp Fest in San Diego and with Tomcat Courtney at Patrick's II: On Friday, March 21, 2008, Bob Corritore will appear at Patrick's II in San Diego with Tomcat Courtney. This will be a pre-CD Release party for Tomcat's forthcoming CD, Downsville Blues, on Blue Witch Records. Also on the gig will be Chris James and Patrick Rynn from the Rhythm Room All-Stars. Then on Saturday, March 22, 2008 Bob Corritore will appear at the 9th annual Spring Harmonica Festival Benefit at Harry Griffen Park Amphitheater - 9550 Milden St. in La Mesa, California from 11:00 am. - 6:00 pm. Also confirmed to play the festival at this time are The Fremonts, Billy Watson Band, Bob Corritore, Kenny Shoppmeyer and Delta Heat, Dan Byrnes and Friends, Rachelle Danto, Chet and The Committee, The World Famous Unknown Players Jam, and Harmonica John Frazer's All Star Jam Set. Bob will perform with Chris James and Patrick Rynn from the Rhythm Room All-Stars with The Fremonts' Kurt Kalker on drums. For more information on the Spring Harp Fest, check out www.myspace.com/SpringHarpFest or www.springharpfest.org. Thanks to Chet Cannon for including Bob in this great event.
>>>>> More Tomcat CD Art: Though not yet complete, a few more items of the artwork for Tomcat Courtney/Downsville Blues are now unveiled. Tomcat, 78, now lives in San Diego but is originally from a Downsville, Texas (therefore the name of the title song of the album). The cover and back photos are by Nena Anderson, the CD face photo is by Tony Tomlinson of The Fremonts, and the cover artwork is by Tony Amato of Amato Image Design. Thanks to Dale Baich and Beth Lipham of Blue Witch Records. To see the cover art for Tomcat Courtney/Downsville Blues, click here
>>>>> Chico Chism Remembered on Bob's Radio show: It was January 28th, 2007 when the legendary Chico Chism passed away. Chico was Howlin' Wolf's last drummer, and for his last 20 years he was a pinnacle figure in the Phoenix blues scene. With this week marking the one year anniversary of his death, Chico will be remembered with a one hour tribute from 6-7pm on Bob's radio show, Those Lowdown Blues on KJZZ, this Sunday. Listeners may hear Those Lowdown Blues anywhere in the world (real time Sunday nights from 6pm-11pm Phoenix time) via web streaming by clicking here, or on KJZZ in Phoenix at 91.5 FM in Phoenix, Arizona, 89.5 in Cottonwood, 90.1 in Prescott, 98.9 in Tucson, and 99.1 in Kingman. Also thanks to blues wildman Little Victor for dedicating his new EP Blues Shakedown on Witchcraft International Records to Chico's memory. Chico left an indelible mark on so many people's lives. His name will always be synonymous with Phoenix blues. Click here, here, and here for some photo pages devoted to Chico Chism.
Also on this week's Radio Show: In addition to the Chico Chism tribute, Bob will also have a live on-air performance by Long John Hunter, a tribute to the late Francis Clay, and special guest Phoenix music historian John "Johnny D" Dixon for the annual Phoenix vintage R&B special. Johnny will treat us to selections from his vast collection of rare vinyl and unreleased masters.
>>>>> Bob Corritore
Liebe Kulturfreunde,
es ist wieder soweit, der letzte Freitag in diesem Monat steht vor uns und das bedeutet - "Säschn in der Alten Mühle". Also Musikanten, Ihr seid wieder recht herzlich zum mitspielen eingeladen und Zuhörer sind ebenfalls herzlich Willkommen.
Es wird wieder ein Abend voller Spannung, Überraschungen und guter Musik.
Im Anhang findet Ihr weitere Veranstaltungstips oder Ihr schaut auf meine Homepage,
www.altemuehle-scharnitz.at, dort gibt´s noch mehrere Details.
Wie immer freue ich mich aber auf Euer persönliches erscheinen in der "Alten Mühle".
Euer Ritschi
"Säschn", Freitag, 25.01.08 ab ca. 21:00 Uhr Eintritt frei
January 23, 2008
FRANCIS CLAY - November 16, 1923 - January 23, 2008:
Another legendary Chicago blues master has left us. J.D. and Laura Diamond report the passing last night of drummer Francis Clay.
Born in Rock Island, IL, on November 16, 1923, Clay quickly found a love of music. He first picked up the guitar at age 5 and soon switched to drums. By age 14, he was playing professionally and found leanings towards jazz. He had an entrepreneurial spirit and dabbled in a music lessons, a booking agency and a recording studio. He worked with George "Harmonica" Smith in late 1940's, toured with jazz organ great Brother Jack McDuff in the early 1950's and landed a 4 year stint with the acclaimed Muddy Waters band in 1957. It was his time in Muddy's band that he is most famous for and great records such as "Got My Mojo Workin'", "She's 19 Years Old" and "Walkin' Thru The Park" would not have been the same with out his brisk, interactive beat. In 1962, he left Muddy to form a band with James Cotton and then worked with Otis Rush and Buddy Guy before rejoining Muddy's band in 1965 for a two-year run. He would go on to work and record with Lightnin' Hopkins, John Lee Hooker, Jimmy Reed, Otis Spann, Shakey Jake, Victoria Spivey, Sunnyland Slim, Big Mama Thornton, and many others. Some classic albums on which Francis Clay performed are Muddy Waters "Live At Newport", Muddy Waters "Sings Big Bill Broonzy", Otis Spann "The Blues Is Where It's At", James Cotton "Pure Cotton" and John Lee Hooker "Live At Cafe Au-Go-Go". He would retire from drums due to knee problems and crippling arthritis and settle in San Francisco, California where he was an honored elder statesman of the blues in his community. In the late 1980s and early 1990s, Francis was a frequent guest of honor at Randy Chortkoff''s annual Little Walter Festival in Los Angeles, and was presented with the festival's "Hall Of Fame Award". His last recording, released in 2004, was a guest appearance on Johnny Dyer's "Rolling Fork Revisited" (produced by Mark Hummel), where he plays a cut backing Johnny with fellow Muddy alumni Paul Oscher. He was a kind and gracious man who was proud of great history in blues music. We will miss him greatly.
>>>>> Bob Corritore
Hello friends !!.....we are back in Austria again and starting February with a new issue of BLUESART - Journal.
The scene is full of good musicians and we like to show you the real part of the Bluesmusic,
today and for the future.
Tons of mails, cards and wishes for our Journal BLUESART Studio,
the only thing we can say, also in the name of our staff - YOU are really GREAT, thank you !!.
We (in Austria) never think that we can have more as 400.000 hits in one month, -YOU made it !!
Also all the lovers of "my space" - and the JOURNAL is growing up with friends of our work, thanks a lot !!
Let´s do the best for the Blues and his Musicians.
Worldwide - and for free - for all Blueslovers.
That´s all WE can do.
Cheers to the BLUES in 2008, Sissy and Fritz !
G.Goodman King & Bluesband spielen am
Freitag, 29. Februar 2008.
Beginn: 21h
im
Davis LiveMusicClub
Kürschnerg. 9
A-1210 Wien
Tel.: 01/258 45 54
Eintritt € 12.-
Die Musiker:
Harald Gansberger, piano, organ, synth., Peter Wollner, bass, Alfred Bäck, drums
Die Hornsektion wird gestellt von:
Martin Huber, tenor saxophon, Thomas Beck, alt saxophon
Augustin Lehfuss, trumpet and arrangements
Weitere Termine:
KUGA - Großwarasdorf/Bgld:
Sa., 5. April 08
Parkgasse 3 A-7304
Tel. 02614/7001
GGKing Bluesband ca. 20.00 h
Martin Harley, solo ca. 21.30 h
Dobra Bluesband ca. 23.00 h
www.kuga.at
Backstage, Wr. Neustadt
Fr., 20.Juni 08, 20.30h,
Brodtischgasse 16
A-2700 Wiener Neustadt
www.backstagebar.at
Freudenauer Chamottefabrik
So. 7. Sept. 08: Bluesbrunch
Hafenzufahrtsstrasse 2
1020 Wien
Letztes Open Air Konzert: Jazzfest Burghausen 2007(D)
Danke für´s Veröffentlichen!
PeterKaffeehaus - Bluesbar
Stubenberg 78
A-8223 Stubenberg/See
Tel. + Fax: 03176/8836
Mobil: 0676/5035690
email:
bluesbar@aon.at
hp:
members.aon.at/kaffeehausBereits fixierte termine:
Montag 28. 1. 2008 Chuck LeMonds
Montag 18. 2. 2008 Hannes Kasehs & Tom Hornek
Montag 03. 3. 2008 Gerald Bitterlich
Immer Montags (Blue(s) Monday)
Beginn ist jeweils um 20 Uhr
Eintritt ist freiw. Spende
Gute Laune ist unbedingt zum mitbringen!
...und dem Wirt ist auf jeden Fall ein Bier zu zahlen!!!!! *gg*
mfg
Kaffeehaus - Bluesbar
Toni Flaggl
BluesART-Journal: "one of the BEST recording in 2007", Sissy and Fritz
January 17, 2008
>>>>> Travelin' The Dirt Road is #1 in France! The CD Dave Riley and Bob Corritore/Travelin' The Dirt Road on Blue Witch Records is #1 on the January Powerblues chart of France! This is a collective rating done by the blues DJs of this country. A huge thank you to the radio show hosts and blues lovers of France for this beautiful honor. To view the Powerblues listing, click here. This CD also has received a Blues Music Award nomination from The Blues Foundation for "Acoustic Blues Album". Please remember this CD in your BMA voting.
>>>>> Bob Margolin, Diunna Greenleaf, Big Pete Pearson and the Rhythm Room All-Stars Friday and Saturday at the Rhythm Room! Joining Big Pete Pearson and The Rhythm Room All-Stars Friday and Saturday, January 18-19, 2008 will be our dear friends guitarist/vocalist Bob Margolin and vocalist Diunna Greenleaf. Look for some zesty blues performances that all the participants in this line-up are known for. To view the poster for this event, click here. The Rhythm Room is located at 1019 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85014. Doors open at 8pm, cover charge is $10. Rack Shack Barbeque will be available at this event. These nights will be patio smoking only events; no indoor smoking will be permitted.
>>>>> Tomcat Courtney CD Cover Unveiled: The cover of Tomcat Courtney/Downsville Blues has been completed. This is one of the most anticipated of Bob Corritore's productions in that it is the first national release by this amazing blues master who has been the secret treasure of San Diego. Tomcat, now 78, was originally from around Waco, Texas, and grew up in the neighboring small town called Downsville (therefore the name of the title song of the album). The cover photo is by Nena Anderson, and cover design by Tony Amato of Amato Image Design, who has designed numerous great CD covers for Bob. Thanks to Dale Baich and Beth Lipham of Blue Witch Records. The rest of the packaging will be unveiled shortly and will include some vintage Tomcat photos plus additional images by Nena Anderson and Tony Tomlinson (of The Fremonts) as well as liner notes by Bill Dahl. But the real treat will be the amazing music that will be coming soon with a release date soon to be announced for later this year. Look for some real down home blues by this spectacular vocalist/guitarist and songsmith. To see the cover of Tomcat Courtney/Downsville Blues, click here.
>>>>> Thanks Juke Blues: The latest beautiful issue of the UK's Juke Blues Magazine features glowing reviews of Chief Schabuttie Gilliame/Snakes Crawls at Night and Willie "Big Eyes" Smith/Way Back, both of which are Bob Corritore's productions. Also in this great issue is an in depth article about the One-Derful label from Chicago, Sherman Robertson, Leon Haywood, and Evejim Records, and a great photo of Bobby Robinson at a rally in Harlem to save his landmark record store from landlord eviction.
>>>>> Superbowl Blues Pre-Party at Rhythm Room announced: Dave Riley and Bob Corritore (with band) will be the hosts of Super Bowl Eve Blues showcase on February 2, 2008 that will include special guests Long John Hunter and Big Pete Pearson. The Rhythm Room is located at 1019 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85014. Doors open at 8pm, cover charge is $10. Rack Shack Barbeque will be available at this event. This night will be a patio smoking only event; no indoor smoking will be permitted.
>>>>> Johnny Shines on YouTube: One of the greatest country blues singers and guitarists, Johnny Shines has frequently been overlooked . He was a traveling companion of the legendary Robert Johnson. Shines was a stirring slide player and had a rich and electrifying voice. He started his recording career in the 1950's cutting sides on J.O.B. and Chess. He would make an easy transition back and forth between solo country blues and ensemble Chicago blues, of which he played both styles to perfection. For his bio, click here. Seeing these videos reminds us of his brilliance in the blues. Please enjoy.
Johnny performing a fantastic version of "Sweet Home Chicago" on acoustic guitar. Done in the style of Robert Johnson but with all of Johnny's amazing musical personality, click here.
Johnny Shines performing a shortened version of his song Ramblin' on electric guitar, originally recorded on the J.O.B. label. Great slide guitar, click here
Johnny Shines performing Ramblin' on acoustic guitar live in concert, click here.
January 14, 2008
>>>>> RIP Bob Enos, Roomful Of Blues Trumpet Player -- July 4, 1947 - January 11, 2008: So sorry to report another passing within our blues community. This just in from Tim Kolleth at Alligator Records: Bob Enos, longtime trumpet player for Roomful of Blues, died in his sleep in his hotel room in Douglas, Georgia, early Friday morning, January 11, 2008 of suspected heart failure. He was 60. Roomful of Blues had played the Douglas Country Club the previous night. The band was on its way to Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Sunday to perform on The Legendary Blues Cruise. Roomful of Blues is continuing its current tour with former band member John Wolfe taking Enos's place. To read the full Alligator press release, click here.
January 9, 2008
>>>>> Soul Bag Magazine (France) and Two’j Blues Magazine (Poland): Thank you to France's Soul Bag Magazine for their coverage of the Lucerne Blues Festival in their latest issue, which includes a photo of Big Pete Pearson and Bob Corritore on stage. Also in the same issue are glowing reviews of Dave Riley and Bob Corritore/Travelin' The Dirt Road, and Nappy Brown/Long Time Coming. Thank you to Poland's Two'j Blues Magazine for also covering the Lucerne Blues Festival and including a photo of Big Pete Pearson, Bob Corritore, Chris James, and Brian Fahey. Also and in that issue is coverage of the Arkansas Blues and Heritage Festival with a mention of Bob Corritore, and warm reviews of Dave Riley and Bob Corritore/Travelin' The Dirt Road, Various Artists/House Rockin' And Blues Shoutin!: Celebrating 15 Years Of The Rhythm Room, and Nappy Brown/Long Time Coming.
>>>>> Ike Turner photo page and funeral program added: as we mourn the passing of blues legend Ike Turner, we have just added a photo page tribute; click here to view. Also we have added scans of his funeral program; click here to view.
Also, please enjoy some great video clips of Ike Turner that are up on YouTube:
Ike and Tina Turner 1965 killer performance; click here. Note that the white guitarist is reportedly Jimmy Knight, who was based in Phoenix and played years ago with Big Pete Pearson. (Bob has a fond memory of playing Ike old, rare Jimmy Knight records who enjoyed them immensely)
Tribute to the song "Rocket 88", complete with period memorabilia; click here.
1959 clip of Ike Turner and his Kings Of Rhythm performing "Charlie Brown"; click here.
1959 clip of Ike Turner performing "So Fine", and then Jimmy Thomas singing "Splish Slash" with Ike Turner and his Kings Of Rhythm; click here.
Ike Turner at Green Bay 2005. Great boogie-woogie piano workout; click here.
Ike Turner 2007 Grammy® press conference; click here.
Ike and Tina Turner turner performing "I Smell Trouble" with great vocals by Tina and killer blues guitar by Ike; click here.
Ike and Tina Turner performing a very sexy version of "I’ve Been Lovin’ You Too Long"; click here.
Ike and Tina Turner performing "River Deep, Mountain High" from 1966. This is obviously lip sync'd for TV; click here.
>>>>> Big Pete Pearson and the Rhythm Room All-Stars to appear at Santa Barbara Blues Society Event: The Santa Barbara Blues Society is the longest running blues society in the U.S., and they have been an artistic beacon for their community. The Santa Barbara Blues Society received a Keeping the Blues Alive Award from The Blues Foundation in 2005. Big Pete Pearson and The Rhythm Room All-Stars are proud to be included in their wonderful concert series. The event will take place Saturday, March 15, 2008 at Warren Hall, Earl Warren Show grounds, 3400 Calle Real, Santa Barbara. California. To read more about the Santa Barbara Blues Society, check their website at www.sbblues.org.
>>>>> Big Walter Horton in the news! - Though blues harmonica master Big Walter Horton passed away in 1981, his legend and influence are still very much alive. The latest Living Blues features a spectacular piece by Charlie Musselwhite remembering his friend with great stories and rare photos. Look for a forthcoming Big Walter story by Rene Perrier in the France's Blues Magazine. Michael Frank of Earwig Music reports that the forthcoming Honeyboy Edwards Earwig release "Roamin' and Ramblin'" will feature two previously unreleased songs of Honeyboy and Walter in a duet setting. These sides are from the vaults of Pete Lowry's Trix label and leased to Earwig. Check out the Big Walter Horton photo page on Bob's website by clicking here.
In addition, here are some select Big Walter video clips on YouTube
Big Walter Horton and Floyd Jones at B.L.U.E.S. in Chicago from 1979 or '80; click here.
Big Walter Horton, 1965; click here.
Big Walter Horton, 1960s; click here.
Big Walter Horton with Honeyboy Edwards and Johnny Shines; click here.
>>>>> Janiva Magness this Friday at the Rhythm Room: Janiva Magness's appearance this Friday at the Rhythm Room marks a triumphant return to the valley for this great blues singer. Janiva has recently signed with Alligator Records, and will have a new CD out this year. She has won a Blues Music Award two years in a row under the category of Contemporary Blues Woman, and she is up for a Blues Music Award this year under the Blues Entertainer category. Janiva lived in Phoenix for a period in the 1980s. For some photos of Janiva back in the Phoenix days, click here. Doors open at 8pm; cover charge is $10. The Rhythm Room is located at 1019 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85014. Rack Shack Barbeque will be available at this event. This night will be a patio smoking only event, no indoor smoking will be permitted.
December 31, 2007>>>>> 2007 Recap: Bob Corritore would like to say "thank you" to all the friends, fellow musicians, blues fans, talent buyers, festivals, radio show hosts and program directors, record labels, magazines and e-publications, photographers, blues societies, The Blues Foundation, NARAS, Karen Leipziger, Tempest Recording, Porcupine Studios, Mona Watkins & The Rhythm Room, Rack Shack Barbeque, KJZZ, Bill Wax, Jim O'Neal, Michael Frank, Bruce Iglauer, Dick Shurman, Bob Koester, Dale Baich and Blue Witch Records, Randy Chortkoff and our friends at Delta Groove, Blind Pig Records, Scott Cable, Vizztone Records, Harry Turner, Terry Buckalew, Big Pete Pearson & The Rhythm Room All-Stars, Dave Riley, Tomcat Courtney, Bob Margolin, the Phoenix Blues Society, Scott Dirks, Paul Oscher, Kim Wilson, Jocelyn Richez, Michel Remond, Hohner Harmonicas, Joe Filisko, and my lovely Kim Danielson for making this another banner year. Though there were some sad losses of beloved artists and blues people, there were also great adventures, recording sessions, recognitions, airplay and CD sales, festivals and performances, musical growth, and lots of love and support.
>>>>> Great Year at KJZZ: Bob's radio show Those Lowdown Blues on KJZZ turned 23 years old. It was honored by The Blues Foundation with a KBA Award (Keeping The Blues Alive) in which Bob went to Memphis to receive a special award. Every week, this is a time that Bob gets to play music from his vast collection of blues recordings. Some special shows that come to mind are:
The annual Phoenix R&B show with Bob's radio mentor John ("Johnny D") Dixon
An amazing on-air performance by Tomcat Courtney and Chris James
Pinetop Perkins: The 94 year old blues piano master gave a two hour interview as we played and commented on many of his historical records with Earl Hooker, Muddy Waters, Jimmy Rogers, and others
Jerry Lawson, former lead singer of The Persuasions, stopped by to share his latest release with his new A Capella group, Jerry Lawson & Talk Of The Town. Jerry's interviews always include lots of delightful "on the spot" singing
A weekend with guests Henry Gray, Billy Flynn, and Eddie Kobek joining Big Pete Pearson and The Rhythm Room All-Stars
An interview and live performance with Phoenix's blues boss, Big Pete Pearson
Randy Chortkoff guesting and playing some of his spectacular productions from his Delta Groove record label and before
A five-hour tribute to Chico Chism on the day of his passing frantically put together by Bob and his loyal blues assistant Jennifer Waters (thank you, Jennifer) which included loving commentary mostly received that day by Koko Taylor, Willie "Big Eyes" Smith, Sam Lay, Tail Dragger, Hubert Sumlin, Richie Villiger (formerly of the Lucerne Blues Festival), Johnny Rapp, Chris James and Patrick Rynn, Lil' Ed, Kim Wilson, and many others. It was the hardest show ever on so many levels; but it was so important to give this great bluesman his due. He added so much to the Phoenix Blues Community and to the blues world at large
A tribute show to the late Ike Turner, of which about four of the show's five hours were focused on Ike's amazing recorded contributions to blues. Many listeners commented that they never realized all that Ike had done: recordings with B.B. King, Elmore James, Howlin' Wolf, Charlie Booker, Otis Rush, Jackie Brenston, Little Milton, Billy "The Kid" Emerson, Boyd Gilmore, Ike and Tina Turner, and much more
A live on-air performance by Johnny Rawls where he went back to his gospel roots
Thanks to Scott Williams and everyone at KJZZ for providing a safe and supportive home for a blues radio show.
>>>>> Press Recognition:
Three blues magazines did feature articles on Bob Corritore: ABS Magazine (France), Blues Magazine (France), and Big City Blues (U.S.)
Also great mentions with photos in Juke Blues (UK), Soul Bag (France), Two'j Blues (Poland), Baker Street (France)
Juke Blues Magazine (UK) did a spectacular article about my friend Middle Walter (by Dave Williams and Cilla Huggins) where they included my recollections plus photos and posters of Middle Walter from my archives
Charlie Hussey interviewed Big Pete Pearson and Bob Corritore for his radio show, Blues Train, aired in Dublin Ireland
Living Blues interviewed Big Pete Pearson
Cover Story on Big Pete Pearson in Virus De Blues (France)
Voice of America ran features on both Big Pete Pearson and Bob Corritore
Feature article on Big Pete Pearson in Blues News (Finland)
Numerous mentions and features in Blueswax
Plus great reviews of this year's releases from all the blues magazines (thank you)
>>>>> CDs/DVDs Released:
Big Pete Pearson/I'm Here Baby (Blue Witch) with The Rhythm Room All-Stars (Bob Corritore, Chris James, Patrick Rynn, and Brian Fahey) plus guests Ike Turner, W.C. Clark, Joey DeFrancesco, Johnny Dyer, Kid Ramos, Chico Chism, Johnny Rapp, and more. Produced by Bob Corritore.
Pinetop Perkins/Born In The Honey (Vizztone) with one cut produced by Bob Corritore that features backing by Bob, Johnny Rapp, Paul Thomas, and Chico Chism.
Nappy Brown/Long Time Coming (Blind Pig) with one cut featuring Bob Corritore, Henry Gray, Kid Ramos, Johnny Rapp, Mario Moreno, and Chico Chism. That one track was produced by Bob Corritore and the rest of the CD produced by Scott Cable.
Various Artists/House Rockin' & Blues Shoutin' (Blue Witch) was produced by Bob Corritore & Clarke Rigsby and features live at the Rhythm Room performances by The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Robert Lockwood, Jr., Floyd Dixon, The Mannish Boys featuring Finis Tasby, Billy Boy Arnold, Sonny Rhodes, Paul Oscher, Big Pete Pearson & The Rhythm Room All-Stars, Louisiana Red, Chief Schabuttie Gilliame, Johnny Dyer, Henry Gray, Kid Ramos, and Long John Hunter.
Dave Riley & Bob Corritore/Travelin' The Dirt Road (Blue Witch) produced by Bob Corritore.>>>>> Recording Sessions: With Honeyboy Edwards, Pinetop Perkins, Duke Robillard, Henry Gray, Billy Flynn, Johnny Dyer, Willie "Big Eyes" Smith, Diunna Greenleaf, Bob Margolin, Mookie Brill, Chuck Cotton, "Little Frank" Krakowski, Eddie Kobek, Chris James & Patrick Rynn, Brian Fahey, David Maxwell, Sam Lay, Tomcat Courtney, Big Pete Pearson, Dave Riley, two Fabulous Thunderbirds live recording sessions; some sessions as a producer, some as a player, but most sessions in both roles.
Thank you to my dear friend Clarke Rigsby of Tempest Recording for being my recording partner through the years, and for delivering the quality in recording and mixing. Thanks to John Wroble and Jeff Harris of Porcupine Studios for being my patient post production saints. Thanks to Dave Shirk of Sonorous Mastering for his amazing touch, and for Tony Amato of Amato Image Design for some spectacular and soulful cover art. A big thanks to Dale Baich, Beth Lipham, and Judy Marut from Blue Witch Records for three wonderful releases this year, and for their unbelievable ability to make a label a family. Thanks to Karen Leipziger for a stunning publicity campaign on this year's three Blue Witch Releases. Also, thanks to the publicity teams at Blind Pig Records, Vizztone, and Delta Groove for their great efforts in putting the word out. Lots of great recordings in the pipeline and more announcements of releases to follow shortly.
>>>>> Passings: Susan Greenberg, Chico Chism (my longtime partner in blues and one of my closest friends), Crown Prince Waterford, Paul DeLay, Leroy Brown, Richard Cason, Carey Bell, Big Joe Duskin, Bill Perry, Walter "Sunny" Gaines, Jimmy "T-99" Nelson, Eddie Berner, Ernest Withers, Johnnie Mae Dunson, Gary Primich, Jerry Ricks, Ike Turner, Cotton Candy, Pookie Hudson (of the Spaniels), Luther Ingram, Zola Taylor (of The Platters), Nellie Lutcher, Chantel Rey (Michael Cloeren's significant other), Backwards Sam Firk, Bois Sec Ardoin, Little Sonny Warner (who sang "There Is Something On Your Mind"), Lefty Bates, James Davis (Georgia Blues Artist), James B. Davis (of the Dixie Hummingbirds), Slim Hunt (of the Supreme Angels), Peter Dames, Esmond Edwards (Producer for Chess Records), Hy Weiss (owner of the Old Town Record label), John E. Johnson (of The Starlings and The Twilighters), Jimmy Cheatham, Joe Hunter (of the Funk Brothers), Jesse James Johnson AKA Jesse Brown (bassist for Bo Diddley), Dakota Staton, Alvin Batiste, Billy Richard (Of The Robins), and "Uncle John" Turner. We will miss you.
>>>>> Awards, Recognition, and Nominations:
KBA Award: Bob Corritore's radio show was honored by The Blues Foundation with a KBA Award for public radio; it is awarded to individuals or groups who have furthered the cause of this music form.
New Times Best Of Phoenix: The Rhythm Room received editorial awards for "Best Club For Blues" and "Best Gig Posters", as well as Reader's Choice Award for "Best Club For Blues". KJZZ has yet again won the New Times Best Of Phoenix Reader's Choice Award for "Best Blues/Jazz Radio Station".
Phoenix Mayor's proclamation of "Bob Corritore Day": Saturday, September 29, 2007 was proclaimed "Bob Corritore Day" in honor of Bob's cultural contributions to the city. The particular day was chosen to coincide with Bob's 51st birthday party.
Big Pete #1 on Powerblues Radio Chart, January 2007: Click here for the chart listing. Powerblues is a classification made by French blues radio show hosts and appears both on the Powerblues web site and in the popular French rock magazine Crossroads.
Grammy® nomination under the Traditional Blues Category: The Pinetop Perkins CD On The 88's - Live In Chicago on Sagebrush Productions/ Vizztone Label Group has made it into the final five in the Grammy® nominations under the Traditional Blues Category. On this CD are 9 live tracks recorded in Chicago, with a band that includes Willie "Big Eyes" Smith (drums), Bob Stroger (bass) and "Little Frank" Krakowski (guitar). Also included is one bonus studio track called "Rather Quit Her Than Hit Her" recorded in Phoenix by Bob Corritore (producer) and Clarke Rigsby (engineer), that features Pinetop backed by Chico Chism (drums), Johnny Rapp (guitar), Paul Thomas (bass), and Bob Corritore (harmonica). This is the first time that a recording with Bob's harmonica playing has been up for a Grammy®!
Blues Music Awards nominations: Bob Corritore is proud to be associated with many great projects nominated for awards this year: Dave Riley and Bob Corritore's album Travelin' The Dirt Road on Blue Witch Records was nominated as Acoustic Album of the Year, Pinetop Perkins' CD/DVD Born In The Honey on CDMojo was nominated for Best DVD of the year, House Rockin' And Blues Shoutin!: Celebrating 15 Years Of The Rhythm Room on Blue Witch Records was nominated for Historical Album of the Year, and Nappy Brown's album Long Time Coming on Blind Pig Records was nominated for Traditional Blues Album of the Year.
Independent Music Awards nominations: Big Pete Pearson was nominated for Independent Music Awards in the category of "Best Blues Album" for I'm Here Baby on the Blue Witch record label, and "Best Blues Song of the Year" for the title cut of that record.>>>>> Festivals and Great Gigs:
Delta Groove Show at Gibson Beale Street Showcase in Memphis: Big Pete Pearson and Bob Corritore made a guest appearance with The Mannish Boys, in a star-studded show that included the amazing Delta Groove roster, as well as the Blue Bella label. Click here for photos taken that night, and here for the poster
Scottsdale Music Festival with Big Pete Pearson & The Rhythm Room All-Stars opening the day on the main stage and Dave Riley and Bob Corritore playing on the side stage in between sets
Arkansas Blues & Heritage Festival appearing as a guest of the Mannish Boys, playing harmonica behind two Johnny Dyer songs. Also made guest appearances on the sets of Diunna Greenleaf and Mississippi Spoonman & Carla Robinson
KFFA live on-air performance with Dave Riley with hosts Terry Buckalew and Sonny Payne
Dave Riley and Bob Corritore Travelin' The Dirt Road CD Release Party at the Delta Cultural Center
Paul Butterfield Fund and Society's Conference and Gathering in Clarksdale, Mississippi with the Sam Lay Blues Band where Bob also met and played with the talented young bluesman from St. Louis, Marquise Knox.
Lucerne Blues Festival, Lucerne, Switzerland with Big Pete Pearson & The Rhythm Room All-Stars with special guest Bob Margolin
Lionel Hampton Jazz Club in Paris, France with Big Pete and the All-Stars plus Bob Margolin
Big Pete Pearson CD release party at The Rhythm Room
Opening for Bobby Rush with Big Pete Pearson and The Rhythm Room All-Stars
Down Home Blues Festival at The Rhythm Room appearing as house band on a show featuring Honeyboy Edwards, Willie "Big Eyes" Smith, Tomcat Courtney, Big Pete Pearson, Chris James, and Paris James
Patrick's II in San Diego with The Fremonts
Liz Mandeville's Chicago Blues Festival After-Party appearing with Aaron Moore and Barrelhouse Chuck
Sam Lay Blues Band gig at The Rhythm Room with special guests David Maxwell and Big Pete Pearson
Chief Schabuttie Gilliame's 81st Birthday Party
Great gigs with San Diego-based Tomcat Courtney at The Rhythm Room
Opening for the Chicago Blues Reunion with Paris James in a small down-home combo setting
Being called up on the Siegel-Schwall Band's set at The Rhythm Room to perform a number with Sam Lay, followed by a harmonica romp with Corky Siegel, Marcy Levy, and myself all trading riffs
Though the saddest day of the year, it was an honor to perform at Chico Chism's repast and honor the man who has filled my life with great music, joy and friendship for over 20 years
Bob Corritore's Birthday Bash with Phillip Walker performing with Bobby Jones! Also on the bill was dear friend and fellow harpman Randy Chortkoff
Mini Colorado tour with Big Pete Pearson
Pinetop Perkins gig at The Rhythm Room
Christmas Blues Party with Henry Gray, Billy Flynn, Big Pete Pearson, and The Rhythm Room All-Stars
Playing at the Farm restaurant in Phoenix with Paris James and Big Pete Pearson
Blues Harmonica Showcase - Calling up Bill Tarsha during my portion of the show to join me for a wild harmonica duet
Sitting in with Fiona Boyes at The Rhythm Room
A powerful night backing Roy Gaines at The Rhythm Room
A cool evening with Mark Hummel and Johnny Dyer with Big Pete Pearson and The Rhythm Room All-Stars opening up at The Rhythm Room
Playing a song with John Németh and Junior Watson at The Rhythm Room
Blues For The City benefit show (put on by the Phoenix Blues Society) appearing with Diunna Greenleaf and Blue Mercy
And of course, all the regular gigs with Big Pete Pearson and The Rhythm Room All-Stars at our home base, The Rhythm Room!
Special thanks to Rhythm Room general manager Mona Watkins who runs The Rhythm Room with such love and dedication that it allows me to concentrate of being an artist and the travel that this entails. Mona, you are the best!
Thank You: For your part in allowing this great year to happen. The new year brings the promise of more great shows, recordings, travel, new friendships and renewed bonds and the sacred gift of blues music. My humble appreciation for your support.
Wishing you a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year,
>>>>> Bob Corritore
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*** EUROPEAN TOURDATES (as of January 8th 2008) ***
NINE BELOW ZERO
24.01.2008 Ostermundingen (CH) / Tell Saal
25.01.2008 Aarburg (CH) / Moonwalker
26.01.2008 Schlieren (CH) / Key North
27.01.2008 Rüthi (CH) / Grütli
31.05.2008 Rommerskirchen (D) / Blues Rock Night
01.06.2008 Saarbrücken (D) / Schlosspark
ALBIE DONNELLY'S SUPERCHARGE
23.01.2008 Calden (D) / Ziegel Musikclub
25.01.2008 Wolfsburg (D) / Jazzclub
02.02.2008 Aschaffenburg (D) / Colosaal
04.02.2008 München (D) / Schlachthof
09.02.2008 Regensburg (D) / Alte Mälzerei
10.02.2008 Gaildorf (D) / Pferdemarkt
22.02.2008 Siegen (D) / Oase
15.03.2008 Sindelfingen (D) / Pavillon
22.03.2008 Lorsch (D) / Rex
23.03.2008 Steinau-Seidenroth (D) / Eulenspiegel
30.04.2008 Kempten (D) / Stadthalle
24.05.2008 Rheinberg (D) / Schwarzer Adler
07.06.2008 Gaia (P) / Douro Blues Festival
07.11.2008 Neuhaus (D) / Schafferhof
14.11.2008 Stuttgart (D) / Laboratorium
15.11.2008 Garching (D) / Bluesfestival
DUKE ROBILLARD
11.03.2008 Paris (F) / New Morning
13.03.2008 Hildesheim (D) / Bischofsmühle
14.03.2008 Silkeborg (DK) / Rampelys
15.03.2008 Tiel (NL) / An Evening With The Blues
16.03.2008 Gouvy (B) / Ferme Madelonne
17.03.2008 Weinheim (D) / Muddy's Club
19.03.2008 Diest (B) / The Borderline
21.03.2008 Heerlen (NL) / Southern Blues Night
22.03.2008 Lievin (F) / Arc en Ciel
23.03.2008 Burnley (GB) / The National Blues Festival
24.03.2008 Stuttgart (D) / Merlin
26.03.2008 Ulm (D) / Charivari
27.03.2008 Bremen (D) / Radio Bremen Live
29.03.2008 Trondheim (N) / Nidaros Blues Festival
30.03.2008 Warszawa (PL) / Warsaw Blues Night
31.03.2008 Chorzów (PL) / Teatr Rozrywki
02.04.2008 Praha (CZ) / Retro Music Hall
04.04.2008 Wien (A) / Reigen
05.04.2008 Budapest (H) / Petöfi Hall
06.04.2008 Novi Sad (SRB) / Studio M
07.04.2008 Beograd (SRB) / SKC
09.04.2008 Piozzo (I) / Le Baladin
10.04.2008 Torino (I) / Folk Club
11.04.2008 Olgiate Comasco (I) / Sale Medioevo
12.04.2008 Chiari (I) / Teatro Toscanini
13.04.2008 Sestri Levante (I) / Muddy Waters Club
SHERMAN ROBERTSON
14.03.2008 Detmold (D) / Kaiserkeller
15.03.2008 Tiel (NL) / An Evening With The Blues
17.03.2008 Salzburg (A) / Rockhouse
20.03.2008 Mol (B) / Meulenburg
21.03.2008 Zwolle (NL) / Odeon de Spiegel
22.03.2008 Cuijk (NL) / Schouwburg
27.06.2008 Rapperswil (CH) / Blues & Jazz Festival
LARRY GARNER
31.03.2008 Ruiselede (B) / Banana Peel
01.04.2008 Massy (F) / Centre Paul Balliard
02.04.2008 Biel / Bienne (CH) / Blue Note
04.04.2008 Luxembourg (L) / Sang a Klang
05.04.2008 Compiegne (F) / Ziquodrome
07.04.2008 Weinheim (D) / Muddy's Club
08.04.2008 Ulm (D) / Charivari
10.04.2008 Hasselt (B) / Muziekodroom
11.04.2008 Rheda-Wiedenbrück (D) / Roadhouse
12.04.2008 Silkeborg (DK) / Rampelys
SHARRIE WILLIAMS
28.03.2008 Cleon (F) / La Traverse
29.03.2008 Bondues (F) / Espace Culturel
01.04.2008 Leipzig (D) / Spizz
02.04.2008 Großbottwar (D) / Kelter
04.04.2008 Roth (D) / Kulturfabrik
05.04.2008 Gouvy (B) / Ferme Madelonne
25.04.2008 La Marsa (TN) / Barcelo Carthage Palace
26.04.2008 La Marsa (TN) / Barcelo Carthage Palace
28.04.2008 Weinheim (D) / Muddy's Club
30.04.2008 Chorzów (PL) / Teatr Rozrywki
02.05.2008 Meillard (F) / Jazz à Boccage
04.05.2008 Osnabrück (D) / Maiwoche
MIGHTY SAM McCLAIN
26.04.2008 Alicante (E) / Aula Cultura CAM
29.04.2008 Coutances (F) / Festival Jazz Sous Les Pommiers
30.04.2008 Hannover (D) / Swingin' Hannover
01.05.2008 Hannover (D) / Swingin' Hannover
02.05.2008 Sestri Levante (I) / Teatro Ariston
SAX GORDON & BAND
14.06.2008 Jarnioux (F) / Festival Blues á Jarniuox
28.06.2008 Rapperswil (CH) / Blues & Jazz Festival
JON CLEARY & THE ABSOLUTE MONSTER GENTLEMEN
27.06.2008 Rapperswil (CH) / Blues & Jazz Festival
02.07.2008 Ascona (CH) / New Orleans Jazz Festival
03.07.2008 Ascona (CH) / New Orleans Jazz Festival
04.07.2008 Ascona (CH) / New Orleans Jazz Festival
PAUL LAMB & THE KING SNAKES
14.06.2008 Charleroi (B) / Nuit du Blues
19.09.2008 Detmold (D) / Kaiserkeller
20.09.2008 Stuttgart (D) / Merlin
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Next Events:
Jul. 20 - Festival de Blues de Stª. Maria, Açores (P)
Jul. 27 - Galeria Artkafé, Setúbal (P)
Jul. 28 - Coruche (P)
Sep. 07 - Live act, Azeitão, (P)
Nov. 16 - Blues sur Seine Festival (F)
Nov. 17 - Blues sur Seine Festival (F)
Apr. 19 - Delirium Blues Festival, Handzame (B)
Apr. 20 - Delirium Blues Festival, Handzame (B)
May 17 - Blues Tour Cuijk 2008 (NL)
We played at:
Blues sur Seine Festival (F), Breda Jazz Festival (NL), Heimathaus Twist (D), Blues Tour Cuijk (NL), Muziekkaffée De Kroeg (NL), Muziek Café De Bast (NL), Café de Plaatz (NL), Bluescafé Apeldoorn (NL), Het Podium (B) and Cambrinus Muziek Podium (NL)
Cheers
Carlos Pereira
+351 919 531 629 / +351 964 963 716
charlie.bluescats00@gmail.com
The Kitchen Shakers LIVE - Homecooked Acoustic Blues
www.KevinMark.com www.DaleBoyle.com Liebe Freunde des Blues !
Zuerst für alle „Eiligen“ die aktualisierte Terminliste für 2008:
01.2.08 : Norbert Schneider´s R&B Caravan
22.2.08 : Natascha Flamisch & Hannes Kasehs & Hermann Posch & Michael Bodner & Michael Strasser
07.3.08 : One Night Blues Band, 2nd Edition
04.4.08 : Rocking Birds
19.4.08 : 5 in Love (www.5inlove.com) – die legendäre Swing Band
16.5.08 : Special Bluesnight 2nd Generation - 2 Bands, nämlich Cinema Paradiso Stage Band und Fall in Blues mit 2 Sängerinnen, lauter "junge" Leute der 2. Generation der österr. Blues Szene.
07.06.08 : Siggi Fassl´s Tribute to Jerry Lee Lewis
14.06.08 : Al Cook Trio
20.06.08 : Hooked on Blues
28.06.08 : The King Bees
Info: www.myspace.com/cinemaparadisostageband
www.myspace.com/fallinblues
evtl. Reservierungen für diese Termine bitte unter bluesimon@chello.at oder 0664 2347100
Liebe Grüße
Eure Sissi
January 2008H A P P Y N E W Y E A R
I wish that in 2008 the music will be as good as in 2007.
W E B L O G
At the Black and Tan site you can find all this information plus lots of other and interesting stuff (pictures, links, opinions). The content is updated almost daily.
http://www.black-and-tan.com
N E W T A L E N T
For future releases / tours I am looking for new talent:
- ORIGINAL artists with original material and an original style
- that can really SING
- have a real STORIES to tell
- are willing and able to TOUR
- and have NO drug or ego problems
If you have any suggestions please send me a link to the music on the internet (website, MySpace, Sonicbids etc).
B L U E S M U S I C A W A R D S 2 0 0 8
We are proud to announce that two Black and Tan artists have been nominated for the 2008 Blues Music Awards. In the category Acoustic Artist of the Year you will find DOUG MACLEOD and in the category Contemporary Blues Female Artist of the Year you find TERESA JAMES. Here is the complete list with all nominees in all categories:
http://www.blues.org/bluesmusicawards/nominees.php4
All members of the Blues Foundation can vote online for their favourites and the voting ends February 29, 2008 at 12:00.
http://www.blues.org/bluesmusicawards/vote.php4
If you wish to vote and are not a current member you can become a member of The Blues Foundation at this link:
https://www.blues.org/members/individual.php
The 29th Blues Music Awards will be Thursday May 8 at the Grand Casino and Hotel in Tunica, Mississippi.
N E W L A B E L S A M P L E R
quote from the review in the new issue of INMUSIC (Germany):
“Das holländische Label Black & Tan Records ist seit vielen Jahren eine feine Adresse in Sachen Blues und Roots Musik. Nun erscheint zum zweiten Mal ein toller Sampler”
read the complete review at the weblog at Dec 12
quote from the review in BLUES NEWS (Norway):
„Hollandske Black & Tan Records er nå ute med sin andre slike utgivelse, og de har et meget fint knippe artister å by på. Førsteklasses blå artister som Boo Boo Davis, Doug MacLeod, Billy Jones, Big George Jackson, Byther Smith og Percy Strother er alle å finne på dette selskabet, sammen med litt mindre kjente, men likevel meget habile, artister som Mike Andersen, Turnip Greens, Teresa James og Harrison Kennedy.“
read the complete review at the weblog at Dec 14
quote from the review in SOUL BAG (France):
`Pour qui n’a pas déjà plusieurs albums de cette liste, cette compilation sans inédits mais généreuse et varié est un excellent moyen de se familiariser avec un catalogue des plus attrayants.`
read the complete review at the weblog at Dec 19
E U R O S O N I C / N O O R D E R S L A G a n d M I D E M
Next month I will be attending to big gatherings of music the music industry. On January 10, 11 and 12 I will be at NOORDERSLAG/EUROSONIC in Groningen (Netherlands) and on January 27, 28 and 29 at MIDEM in Cannes (France. If you will be at one of these two let me know so we can meet and shake hands.
B L A C K A N D T A N W E B S H O P
We now have our web shop running on a secure server. Every customer in the web shop you will get a brand new sampler for FREE with their first order. We accept payment by MASTER, VISA and PAYPAL. We have everything in stock and ship the same day. We lowered the prices for the older titles and skipped the shipping costs. Our prices are listed in USD and EURO.
B O O B O O D A V I S
Boo Boo's website
Boo Boo @ MySpace
quotes from the review in JUKE BLUES (UK):
„Caution: if you have a problem with modernity, look away now! …. We should applaud such daredevil endeavors and it is time to move on; this works very well and is an effective sampling (no pun intended) of modern trends. I suppose it is primarily aimed at a new and younger audience, but I fear that by doing so, it will alienate the less adventurous blues follower.“
read he complete review at the weblog at December 27
D O U G M A C L E O D
Doug's website
Doug @ MySpace
NEW RELEASE by DOUG MACLEOD
DO B&T 908 – DOUG MACLEOD – Live at XM Radio vol. 2
Recordings were made BY Quinton Roebuck in the studio of XM Radio in November 2007 for Bluesville (Bill Wax). This release will be available as DOWNLOAD ONLY. At the weblog at December 30 you will find the direct link to this release at eMusic.
review of the DVD in JUKE BLUES (UK):
„Doug MacLeod is a talented guitarist and raconteur, famed for his intimate and amusing live shows, so the DVD format is ideal for demonstrating his forte. Along with a typical live concert, we get an interview covering Doug’s life and influences, and also a selection of ‘stories’, such as the one about Big Joe Turner’s teeth. I can’t tell it the way he does; you’ll just have to buy the DVD.“
D O W N L O A D S
On this page you will find direct to all our releases (including the download only) at the two main download platforms (Emusic and iTunes).
P O D C A S T S and B L O G S
all tracks from the two new records (like almost the entire Black and Tan catalogue) is available for podcasts and blogs thru the Podsafe Music Network and IODA Promonet
R A D I O S U B M I T . C O M
Radio stations all over the world can download tracks form our last 5 releases for FREE at RadioSubmit.com
V E N U E I N F O R M A T I O N
Leads on possible places for Black and Tan artists to perform are always welcome. Please send me the name, city and any other information that you have regarding the venue.
B I L L Y J O N E S Billy's website Billy Jones @ MySpace
T U R N I P G R E E N S Turnip Greens @ MySpace
R O S C O E C H E N I E R Roscoe @ MySpace
B I G G E O R G E J A C K S O N George @ MySpace
KEEPING LIVING MUSIC ALIVE
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Lubos Bena (SK) - Resophonic-Delta-Blues - solo/duo
BlueBridge Network International - info@bluebridge-network.com
14.02. Skalica (SK), Concert Hudba v Meste
16.02. K. Hora (CZ), Klub Alfa
22.02. Skalica (SK), Bar-bar
23.02. Martin (SK), Pistol Pistol
13.03. Prague (CZ), Blues Sklep
14.03. Tabor (CZ), Jazz & Blues Pub
15.03. Pardubice (CZ), Club Zluty pes
05.04. Gouvy (B), Ferme de la Madelonne with Sharrie Williams
17.04. Leverkusen (D), Topos with Michael Pickett
23.04. Kandern (D), Chabah with Michael Pickett
25.04. C. Budejovice (CZ), Highway 61 with Michael Pickett
26.04. Sukromna akcia (CZ) tba
27.04. Skalica (SK), Hudba v Meste
27.06. Trnava (SK), Dobrofest
19.07. Berlin (D), Festival
20.07. Berlin (D), Festival
31.07. Prilepy (CZ), Rezbarske sympozium
....more dates tbc soon.
Blues Caravan 2008 - Candye Kane * Deborah Coleman * Dani Wilde - in co-operation with Ruf Records/D - BlueBridge Network International -
info@bluebridge-network.com
Tour 28.01. - 03.02.2008 - France/Belgium
28.01. Paris (F), Le Meridien
29.01. Paris (F), Le Meridien
30.01. Paris (F), Le Meridien
31.01. Saint Saulve (F), MJC Espace Athena
01.02. Zingem (B), De Korenbloem
02.02. Douzy (F), Chorus Blues - Salle des Fetes
11.04. Schortens (D), Fair Cafe
21.04. Wien (A), Reigen
25.04. Bourgoin-Jallieu (F), Les Abattoirs - tbc
26.04. Toulon (F), Les Salons du Nil - tbc
Bugs Henderson & The Shuffle Kings (USA) - Texas Roots-Blues
BlueBridge Network International - info@bluebridge-network.com
Tour 06.03. - 06.04.2008 - EUROPE
08.03. Mol (B), Cafe Meulenberg
10.03. Ensisheim (F), Caf Conc
11.03. Ensisheim (F), Caf Conc
12.03. Kandern (D), Chabah
13.03. Mechernich (D), Burg Satzvey
14.03. Arnstadt (D), Jungfer - contract returned
15.03. Tiel (NL), Schouwburg Agnietenhof - An Evening with the Blues
16.03. Schortens (D), Fair Cafe
17.03. Oupeye (B), Chateau d'Oupeye
18.03. Brussels (B), Nekkersdal
20.03. Menen (B), CC de Steiger
21.03. Zwolle (NL), Odeon De Spiegel - Festival
22.03. Cuijk (NL), Schouwburg - Blues Alive Festival
23.03. Bremen (D), Meisenfrei
24.03. Dortmund (D), FZW
26.03. Vienna (A), Reigen - Vienna Blues Spring Festival
27.03. Velden (A), Bluesiana
28.03. Frauental (A), Bluegarage
29.03. Wetzikon (CH) Scala
30.03. Rüthi (CH), Grütli-The Club
31.03. Frankfurt (D), Musik Messe
01.04. Ulm (D), Charivari
02.04. Seclin (F), Le Croque Notes
04.04. Eutin (D), Alte Mühle
05.04. Calden (D), Ziegel
06.04. Roth (D), Wunderbar - Rother Bluestage
Carvin Jones (USA) - The new King of strings....
BlueBridge Network International - info@bluebridge-network.com
17.04. Vienna (A), Reigen - Vienna Blues Spring Festival
24.04. Sainte-Foy-la-Grande (F) - Bourbon Store Cafe
....more dates tbc soon.
Michael Pickett (CAN) - acoustic Blues - solo
BlueBridge Network International - info@bluebridge-network.com
Tour 17.04. - 27.04.2008 - EUROPE
17.04. Leverkusen (D), Topos - with Lubos Bena/Matej Ptaszek
18.04. Liege (B), Cafe Le Parc - solo
23.04. Kandern (D), Chabah - with Lubos Bena/Matej Ptaszek
25.04. C. Budejovice (CZ), Highway 61 - with Lubos Bena/Matej Ptaszek
27.04. Skalica (SK), Culture House - with Lubos Bena/Matej Ptaszek
....more dates tbc soon.
Marcus Malone (USA) - Blues-Rock at its best!
BlueBridge Network International - info@bluebridge-network.com
29.04. Vienna (A), Reigen - Vienna Blues Spring Festival
....more dates tbc soon.
Sean Carney Band feat. Gene "King Saxe" Walker (USA) - Westcoast Rhythm´n´Blues
BlueBridge Network International - info@bluebridge-network.com
Tour 30.04. - 19.05.2008 - EUROPE
03.05. Copenhagen (DK), Mojo Blues Bar
07.05. Cauville (F), Le Soubock
08.05. La Charité-sur-Loire (F), Le Chat Musiques
09.05. Brussels (B), Nekkersdal
10.05. Kwadendamme (NL), Kwadendamme Festival
14.05. Oldesloe (D), Blues at school
15.05. Eutin (D), Blues at school
15.05. Eutin (D), Bluesfestival Eutin - exclusive german show -
17.05. Ecaussinnes (B), Spring Blues Festival
19.05. Eutin (D), Alte Mühle
....more dates tbc soon.
Bob Brozman (USA) - acoustic post-industrial Blues - solo
BlueBridge Network International - info@bluebridge-network.com
Tour 08.05. - 18.05.2008 - GERMANY/AUSTRIA
08.05. Vienna (A), Reigen
15.05. Dortmund (D), FZW
16.05. Bippen (D), Compagnia Buffo - LIFT e.V.
17.05. Hamburg (D), Downtown Bluesclub
18.05. Ingolstadt (D), Neue Welt
....more dates tbc soon.
Paul Reddick (CAN) Trio - pre-war Blues
BlueBridge Network International - info@bluebridge-network.com
18.05. Saint Saulve (F), MJC Espace Athena
20.05. Ensisheim (F), Caf Conc
21.05. Ensisheim (F), Caf Conc
...more dates tbc soon.
Mem Shannon & The Membership (USA) - New Orleans funky Blues -
BlueBridge Network International - info@bluebridge-network.com
Tour 29.05. - 20.07.2008 - EUROPE
29.05. Cologne (D), Kantine
30.05. Berlin (D), - tbc
31.05. Calden (D), Ziegel
02.06. Ingolstadt (D), Neue Welt
04.06. Kandern (D), Chabah
06.06. Luxembourg (L), Sang a Klang
07.06. Saint Saulve (F), MJC Espace Athena
10.06. Ensisheim (F), Caf Conc
11.06. Ensisheim (F), Caf Conc
14.06. Clermont-Ferrand (F), La Coopérative de Mai
27.06. Carpentras (F), Cour principale de l'Hôtel Dieu
....more dates tbc soon.
Dr. David Evans (USA) - acoustic Memphis Delta Blues -
BlueBridge Network International - info@bluebridge-network.com
Tour 14. - 24.08.2008 - EUROPE
11.07. Lamanon (F), Parc des Platanes
20.07. Brno (CZ), - tbc
21. - 23.07. Names Folk Holidays (CZ), Festival
17.08. Moulis (F), Salle Polyvalente Moulis
20.08. Cauville (F), Le Soubock
21.08. La Cheze (F), Blues au Chateau
22.08. La Cheze (F), Blues au Chateau
Jan Preston (AUS) - Queen of Blues & Boogie Piano- solo
BlueBridge Network International - info@bluebridge-network.com
Tour 14.08. - 31.08.2008 - EUROPE
* with very special guest - MICHAEL MAASS
15.08. Lehsten (D), Büdnerei *
16.08. Berlin (D), Boogie Masters *
17.08. Berlin (D), Boogie Masters *
22.08. Liege (B), Cafe Le Parc - solo
25.08. Schortens (D), Fair Cafe
31.08. Binz (D), Blue Wave Festival Rügen - tbc
Carlos del Junco (CAN) Trio - multi-award winner - harmonica world-champion
BlueBridge Network International - info@bluebridge-network.com
Tour 29.10. - 09.11.2008 - EUROPE
29.10. - 02.11. Trossingen (D), Master-Class Workshops
07.11. Oupeye (B), Chateau d'Oupeye
08.11. Saint Saulve (F), MJC Espace Athena
Upcoming tours 2008
28.01. - 03.02. France/Belgium Blues Caravan 2008 - in co-operation with Ruf Records/D
Candye Kane * Deborah Coleman * Dani Wilde
March/Apr. Europe Bugs Henderson & The Shuffle Kings (USA) - Texas-Roots-Blues
April - Scandinavia Candye Kane (USA) & Band - Blues - new CD "Guitar´d and Feathered"
April - Europe Carvin Jones (USA) & Band - the new King of the strings....
April - Europe Michael Pickett (CAN) - solo - acoustic Blues - in co-operation with Blues N´Trad/F
April - BeNeLux/Austria/ Blues Caravan 2008 - in co-operation with Ruf Records/D Italy/France/Spain - Candye Kane * Deborah Coleman * Dani Wilde
April - Europe Marcus Malone (USA) & Band - Blues-Rock at its best!
May - Europe Sean Carney Band feat. Gene Walker (USA) - Electric-Blues - an upcoming star....
May - Germany/Austria Bob Brozman (USA) - solo - acoustic Blues - new CD "post-industrial Blues"
May - Europe Paul Reddick (CAN) Trio - pre war-Blues - new CD "Revue"
May - July Europe Mem Shannon & The Membership (USA) - New Orleans funky Blues -new CD "Live"
June - Europe Roy Roberts & Band (USA) - home of Carolina-Blues
June/July Netherlands Candye Kane (USA) & Band - Blues - new CD "Guitar´d and Feathered"
July/August Europe Blues Caravan 2008 - in co-operation with Ruf Records/D Festivals Candye Kane * Deborah Coleman * Dani Wilde
July/August France/Belgium Dr. David Evans (USA) - Memphis-Blues
August Europe Jan Preston (AUS) - solo/duo - Queen of Blues & Boogie Piano - new CD "Boogie Boots"
September Europe Maurice Vaughn & Band (USA) - funky Blues-R&B-Soul
October Europe Wes Mackey (USA) Trio - Swing-Blues from South Carolina - in co-operation with Blues N´Trad/F
Oct./Nov.EuropeCarlos del Junco (CAN) Trio - multi-award winner - harmonica world-champion
Nov./Dec. Europe Sean Carney Band feat. Gene Walker (USA) - Electric-Blues - a new upcoming star....
in preparation 2008/09: Blues Caravan 2008 - in co-operation with Ruf Records/D
Candye Kane * Deborah Coleman * Dani Wilde
Paul Reddick & The Sidemen (CAN) - multi-award winners - re-union tour
Harrison Kennedy (CAN) - acoustic Blues-Americana-Soul
Doug Cox & Sam Hurrie (CAN) - acoustic Folk-Blues -
Cisco Herzhaft (F) - acoustic Folk-Blues-Ragtime
Roy Roberts & Band (USA) - home of Carolina-Blues
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This Tuesday January 15th, marks the release of the new Eric Lindell and Roomful of Blues CDs.
Plus thanks to our friends at Rhapsody you can now listen to a Special FREE Pre-Release Stream of the new CD by Eric Lindell Low On Cash, Rich In Love--Scroll down for more information!
Some autographed CDs remain for both!-Order your copies today!
Eric Lindell
Low On Cash, Rich In Love
Eric Lindell follows up his 2006 debut with Low On Cash, Rich In Love, Eric's rich, smoky vocals lead the way through an infectious blend of roots rock, from smoldering heart-tuggers to rhythm-heavy workouts, Crescent City grooves, to Latin-tinged R&B. Recorded in New Orleans, Low On Cash, Rich In Love will delight Lindell's fan base and will capture the attention of music lovers everywhere.
From the first single Lay Back Down to the undeniable groove of a totally reworked version of Gil Scott-Heron's Lady Day And John Coltrane (the album's sole cover song) to the New Orleans bounce of Tried And True, Low On Cash, Rich In Love is Eric Lindell at his very best. His sinewy and soulful vocals recall 1970s Van Morrison, while his guitar and harmonica work are uniquely his own. With sweet saxophones punching in all the right places and grooves building on top of each other, Eric Lindell has created a timeless collection of songs.
"Terrific, tasty rock 'n' soul, with a New Orleans twist" --Washington Post
“Soulful original songs fuse R&B, swamp pop and funk into a potent, party-time mix.” -- The Chicago Sun-Times
Listen before you buy!!! Stop by our jukebox page to listen to the tracks Lay Back Down and Low On Cash both from Low On Cash, Rich In Love
Preorder your copy of Eric Lindell Low On Cash, Rich In Love for the sale price of $14.98 (includes FREE U.S. shipping). Order now--some autographs remain!!!
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Roomful of Blues
Raisin' A Ruckus
Roomful of Blues has always been one of the tightest, most joyful blues ensembles in the world. With their masterful combination of jumping, horn-heavy, hard-edged blues and R&B, it's no wonder why the great Count Basie called them "the hottest blues band I've ever heard." Raisin' A Ruckus is their return, a foot-stomping CD highlighting the intense vocal and instrumental power of the world's smallest big band.
Currently an eight-piece unit led by guitarist Chris Vachon, the band has never sounded fresher or stronger. In 2007, singer David Howard took over the vocal duties, bringing his gritty and soulful vocals and adding another dimension to their jazzy, jump-blues musical roots. Raisin' A Ruckus swings with ferocity and rocks with urgency and purpose. Moving effortlessly from originals to carefully chosen covers, the expertly executed songs sizzle from start to finish. Room of Blues' winning combination of jump, swing, blues, R&B and soul remains their calling card, as does their ability to fill the dance floor.
"A tour-de-force of horn-fired blues. So tight and so right" --Billboard
"Excellent...marvelous wall-to-wall grooves...between the wicked guitar work and the brassy horn section, things never stop swinging." -- USA TODAY
Listen before you buy!!! Stop by our jukebox page to listen to the tracks Lower On Your List Of Priorities and Talkin' To You Eye To Eye both from Raisin' A Ruckus
Preorder your copy of Roomful of Blues Raisin' A Ruckus for the sale price of $14.98 (includes FREE U.S. shipping). Order now--some autographs remain!!!
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SPECIAL PRE-RELEASE STREAM OF
ERIC LINDELL'S NEW RELEASE Low On Cash, Rich In Love Offered by
RhapsodyEric Lindell’s second release for Alligator Records, Low On Cash, Rich In Love will officially hit the streets next Tuesday, January 15, 2008. The California-born, New Orleans-schooled singer/songwriter follows up his critically acclaimed debut, Change In The Weather.
A special pre-release stream of the entire album is being offered by Rhapsody this week. Hear the entire album, including the first single, “Lay Back Down,” before it hits the streets next Tuesday.**
With musical roots planted in Northern California, Lindell's talent blossomed in New Orleans. His combination of sweet, blue-eyed soul with foot-stomping R&B, swamp pop, funk and blues have won him critical and popular acclaim across the country. His compositions are filled with solid grooves and insightful, emotionally rich lyrics.
Recorded at Piety Street Studio in New Orleans, Low On Cash, Rich In Love will delight his fan base and will capture the attention of music lovers all over the globe.
Hear the entire album, including the first single, “Lay Back Down,” before it hits the streets next Tuesday. Click on the link below and get a taste
** If you do not have Rhapsody or the Rhapsody Player installed on your system, you will be prompted to install. You must have this application on your system to access the stream.
For more information on anything Alligator, go to www.alligator.com or if you have specific questions about our online store or anything in our catalog, you can call us toll-free at 1.800.344.5609 Bringing you the best houserockin' music for over 36 years, ALLIGATOR RECORDS.
Now you can listen to over 225 songs from the Alligator catalog on our online jukebox at
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Biscuits and Blues January 2008 Concert Lineup
Tuesday January 22 Fat Tuesday Band w/ Edna Love 8pm $12.50
> Artist Website > Sample (mp3)
Wednesday January 23 Seth Walker 8pm 12.50
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Thursday January 24 Coco Montoya 8pm & 10pm $17.50
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Friday January 25 Jesse James 8pm & 10pm $25
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Saturday January 26 Earl Thomas 8pm & 10pm $17.50
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Sunday January 27 Lloyd Gregory and Darlene Coleman 8pm $12.50
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Tuesday January 29 Fat Tuesday Band w/ Edna Love 8pm $12.50
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Wednesday January 30 B&B's World Music Nites:
SF's own carnaval Dance troupe Fogo Na Roupa! performing and the Cali-style salsa of Rumbache! 8pm $15
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Thursday January 31 B&B's World Music Nites: Makana 8pm $15
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Line up February
Friday February 1 Chris Cain 8pm & 10pm $17.50
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Saturday February 2 Jackie Payne & Steven Edmondson Band 8pm & 10pm
$17.50
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Sunday February 3 Lloyd Gregory and Napata 8pm $12.50
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Tuesday February 5 Fat Tuesday Band w/ Edna Love 8pm $12.50
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Wednesday February 6 B&B's World Music Nites: Pellejo Seco 8pm &10pm $15
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Thrusday February 7 Kenny Neal 8pm & 10pm $15
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Friday February 8 Private Event
Saturday February 9 Rod Piazza & The Mighty Flyers8pm & 10pm $20
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Sunday February 10 Lloyd Gregory and Darlene Coleman; 8pm $12.50
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Tuesday February 12 Fat Tuesday Band w/ Edna Love 8pm $12.50
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Wednesday February 13 David Jacob-Strain Trio 8pm $12.50
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Thursday February 14 Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers8pm & 10pm $15
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Friday February 15 Charlie Musselwhite8pm & 10pm $35
Saturday February 16 Phillip Walker&n bsp; 8pm & 10pm $20
Sunday February 17 Lloyd Gregory and Fred Ross8pm $12.50
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Tuesday February 19 Fat Tuesday Band w/ Edna Love 8pm $12.50
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Wednesday February 20 SeanCostello &n bsp;8pm & 10pm $15
Thursday February 21 Roger Hurricane Wilson 8pm $12.50
Friday February 22 Steve Lucky & theRhumba Bums 8pm& 10pm $17.50
Saturday February 23 &n bsp; Earl Thomas 8pm & 10pm $17.50
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Jan. 20th - A new tour in Europe is announced for The HOLMES BROTHERS (USA). Available from Nov. 17th - 24th in FRANCE. Booking in FRANCE only - in co-op with Concerted Efforts/USA.
Book your dates now! 2 shows are booked already and we have only some limited dates.
Jan. 16th - We´re glad to announce a new tour co-operation with Blues N´Trad/F for the artist CISCO HERZHAFT (F) in Europe. Blues N´Trad will book in co-op MICHAEL PICKETT (CAN) and WES MACKEY (USA) in France, Spain and Italy for their upcoming tours. Have a look for all upcoming tours on our tour page. Please ask us for any open dates.
Jan. 05th - We´re glad to announce a new tour co-operation with Blue Box Prod´/F for the artist MARCUS MALONE (USA) in France, Belgium and Switzerland. Upcoming tour in April and Summer 08.
Please ask us for any open dates. Please be so kind and visit the website from Blue Box Prod´
- http://www.blueboxprod.fr - and our website for more information.
Jan. 03rd - Please welcome with us our new artist - CARVIN JONES (USA) & Band - to the network family.
Carvin will be back in Europe in April 08. Please ask us for available festival and club dates.
Please be so kind and visit the website from Carvin Jones -
http://www.carvinjones.com - for more information about the artist, music and upcoming dates.
Jan. 01st - Please welcome with us our new artist - MARCUS MALONE (USA) & Band - to the network family.
Upcoming tour in 2008 will be scheduled soon. Please ask us for available dates till summer and book your dates now!
Please be so kind and visit the website from Marcus Malone -
http://www.marcusmalone.com - for more information about the artist, music and upcoming dates.
We´re looking forward to a new and interesting partnership inside the BlueBridge network.
together we´re stronger. always the best and cheers to the blues.
RAY, Georges & the network team
BlueBridge Network International
....you get more than just an artist
Sacramento Blues Society "band"
member Strictly For Kicks are heading down to perform at BB King's club in
Los Angeles!SFK has chartered a bus and are
inviting fans to "take a road trip"
from February 8 to February 10. Click on the logo for all of the information.
Coming Soon !!
Thursday, January 24 - Brian Auger (9:00), Torch Club, Sacramento.Friday, January 25 - Marshal Wilkerson & Smoked Sugar (9:00), Zigato's Bar & Grill - Clarion Hotel, Sacramento.
Saturday, January 26 - Daniel Castro (9:00), Torch Club, Sacramento.
Friday, February 1 - Harmonica Blowout with Mark Hummel, John Mayall, Kenny Neal, Lazy Lester, Fingers Taylor (9:00), Cache Creek Casino, Brooks.
Thursday, February 7 - Robben Ford (8:00), Miners Foundry, Nevada City.
Thursday, February 21 - Sean Costello (9:00), Torch Club, Sacramento.
Keep supporting the Sacramento Blues Society, worthy benefits, the blues clubs and festivals around your area!
Save me a seat,
Willie
email: wsbrown1@prodigy.net
phone: 916-443-9212
SacBlues Web: www.sacblues.com/
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