Merle Jam Welcomes Back Chicago’s Howard and the White Boys
"Chicago's Hardest-Working Blues Band...For Over Two Decades!" "Chicago's Hardest-Working Blues Band," Howard and the White Boys (pictured here with the great B.B. King) perform at this year's Sixth Annual Merle Jam Festival at Knucklehead's in Kansas City on...
White River Records artist: Jimmy Thackery And The Drivers – As Live As It Gets – New Release Review
I had a big build up of this recording, Live As It Gets, from my pal Stilladog and I couldn't wait for it to come. Well, here you go. To say they captured Thackery at his best and live is the understatement of the year. This thing rips! This is a 2 cd package opening...
Ironing Board Sam glows at Jazzfest!
Ironing Board Sam glows at Jazzfest! Scott Legato/WireImageIroning Board Sam made a huge splash at Jazzfest - since his rousing performance in the Blues Tent on Sunday he's been featured in the Times-Picayune, The San Francisco Chronicle, and Rolling Stone! Doug...
Sleeping Alone – Bobby Blues Ray
Bobby Ray is an accomplished musician. His gospel upbringing in the churches of Arkansas prepared him for his jump into the Northern California Soul scene during the 60's. He played assorted venues opening for the likes of B.B. King, Lowell Folsom, Albert King, Muddy...
You Keep Me Hangin – Kilborn Alley Blues Band
The Kilborn Alley Blues Band.. was formed in 2000 when ..Andy Duncanson.. was still in high school, and ..Chris Breen.. and ..Josh Stimmel.. were barely out. In 2005 ..Ed O'Hara.. joined the band, and in 2008 ..Deak Harp.. became a long-term replacement for original...
Miranda Louise and the Mohawk Slim Band
Rarely does one find as devoted and sincere an interpreter of the Blues as Miranda Louise. The Singer/Songwriter has been singing in amphitheaters, nightclubs, and performing in Blues festivals in the US, Europe and the Caribbean for fifteen years. As a master and...
I’m Ready – David Shelley & Bluestone
David Shelley is the son of Jazz singer / actress Martha Stewart and grandson of the late George Gard "Buddy" Desylva who was a top songwriter ("Birth of the Blues", "Sunny Boy" and the "Best things in Life are free"), film producer and record executive.David played...
Stormy Monday – Preston Shannon
Hailed as the reigning "King of Beale Street", Memphis' own Preston Shannon is a powerful guitarist with a compelling and soulful voice that sounds like a cross between Otis Redding and Bobby Womack. Shannon toured for a couple of years as a member of soul singer...
Mayne Stage/ Act One Pub Newsletter 5.2.12
May 2, 2012 Just Announced Jon Anderson, the voice of Yes ON SALE SATURDAY (5/5) at 10 AM Show 6/6 @ 8PM IMPROV EVERY TUESDAY WITH ONE GROUP MIND 7:30, 8:30, 9:30 The largest stage to see improv in Chicago! UPCOMING SHOWS CLASSICAL CONVERSATIONS 5/2 @ 6:30PM A NIGHT...
Real Gone Music: Little Willie John – Complete Hit Singles A’s & B’s – new release review
Real Gone Music will soon issue Little Willie John's Complete Hit Singles A's and B's from the King label. If you don't know Little Willie John he was one of the absolute leaders of the R&B movement when he died at age 30. The release has 32 cuts , all gems...