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Johnny Otis Dead at 90
Ioannis Alexandres Veliotes (December 28, 1921 – January 17, 2012), better known as Johnny Otis, was an American singer, musician, talent scout, disc jockey, composer, arranger, recording artist, record producer, vibraphonist, drummer, percussionist, bandleader, and impresario. Born in…
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Johnny Shines (April 26, 1915 – April 20, 1992) was an American blues singer and guitarist. According to the music journalist Tony Russell, "Shines was that rare being, a blues artist who overcame age and rustiness to make…
Continue Reading »Johnny Winter - Interview
Johnny Winter is in the studio working on his newest release for Megaforce Records. This recording will include Johnny doing his versions of songs that helped shape his legendary talent. Produced by guitarist Paul Nelson the CD will…
Continue Reading »Johnny Winter "Best Of Alligator Years" LP Set For Record Store Day
JOHNNY WINTER VINYL-ONLY IT'S MY LIFE, BABY -- THE BEST OF THE ALLIGATOR RECORDS YEARS, TO BE RELEASED ON RECORD STORE DAY Johnny Winter (February 23, 1944-July 16, 2014) was an American music legend. Beginning with his first…
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It has been reported that Johnny Winter, a young man of 70 and currently on tour has passed. This was announced by Sugar Blue, a super harp player during his show at Rosa's Lounge this evening. I have…
Continue Reading »Johnny Winter on Letterman 1/12
Johnny Winter and his band will be the musical guests performing Thursday 1/12 on Late Night with David Letterman. Check local listings for times. Sat 01/07/12 Annapolis, MD Rams Head On Stage Sun 01/08/12 Annapolis, MD Rams Head…
Continue Reading »Johnny Winter's Custom Alembic
Rick Turner took guitar and bass design to new levels in the early 1970s as a partner at Alembic, and he went over the edge in 1974 with this custom Alembic guitar for blues legend Johnny Winter. Turner…
Continue Reading »Johnny Winter's passing has been confirmed - Our prayers are with his friends and family
GENEVA (AP) — Texas blues icon Johnny Winter, who rose to fame in the late 1960s and '70s for his energetic performances and musical collaborations including with childhood hero Muddy Waters, has died. He was 70. His representative,…
Continue Reading »Jolani Music Group artist: Nalani Rothrock - The Rock House Sessions (extended cut) - New Release Review
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, The Rock House Sessions (extended cut), from Nalani Rothrock and it's a blend of pop, rock and blues with a definite radio target. Opening with bluesy, Every…
Continue Reading »Jon Cleary joins Dr. John tour
JON CLEARY JOINS DR. JOHN’S TOUR Cleary’s new album, Occapella! hailed as JazzFest’s #2 best-seller NEW ORLEANS, LA — On the heels of playing his own national tour dates, Jon Cleary will join Dr. John’s (a.k.a. Mac Rebennack)…
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