Bman's Blues Report

Hmmm. I guess I began my singing career at age five, when, as the story goes, I sang the Cinderella classic, “So This Is Love,” at my kindergarten talent show, leaving numerous moms in tears. However, it took four more years without singing, followed by a show-stealing number in a local play, for me to realize that singing and music are my passions. I’ve since opened for the Slug Queen competition, perform regularly on stage at Saturday Market and venues in and around Eugene, and was the surprise highlight of the Willamette Valley Blues & Brews Festival. I’ve been part of the Kidz Rock lineup, as well as the Grrrlz Rock Festival for the past few years, and this past summer, went to Chicago to a first-of-its-kind blues camp, where I studied with some of the genre’s greats. Now at age 13, I’m exploring interests in many musical genres — from rock and pop to jazz — but blues is what touches my soul. Write on our Facebook Wall or post your Photos of great blues events! -  ...

This is another super group fron the 60-and 70's. Three terrific players. Felix, Corky and Leslie. Today is Leslie's birthday. What a creative genius. Pappalardi was born in the Bronx, New York. A classically trained musician, he graduated from New York City's prestigious High School of Music & Art, and attended the University of Michigan As a producer, Pappalardi is perhaps best-known for his work with British psychedelic blues-rock power trio Cream, beginning with their second album, Disraeli Gears. Pappalardi has been referred to in various interviews with the members of Cream as "the fourth member of the band" as he generally had a role in arranging their music. He also played a session role on the songs he helped them record. As a musician, Pappalardi is widely recognized as a bassist, vocalist, and founding member of the American hard rock band/ heavy metal forerunner Mountain, a band born out of his working with future bandmate Leslie West's so...

Ellas Otha Bates (December 30, 1928 – June 2, 2008), known by his stage name Bo Diddley, was an American rhythm and blues vocalist, guitarist, songwriter (usually as Ellas McDaniel), and inventor. He was also known as "The Originator" because of his key role in the transition from the blues to rock & roll, influencing a host of acts including Buddy Holly, Jimi Hendrix, The Rolling Stones, The Velvet Underground, The Who, The Clash, The Yardbirds, and Eric Clapton. He introduced more insistent, driving rhythms and a hard-edged guitar sound on a wide-ranging catalog of songs. Accordingly, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and received Lifetime Achievement Awards from the Rhythm and Blues Foundation and a Grammy Award from the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences. He was known in particular for his technical innovations, including his trademark rectangular guitar. Bo Diddley died on June 2, 2008 of heart failure at his home in Archer, Florida. ...

24PESOS is one of the fastest rising bands in the blues scene today. Emerging from the roughneck dives of London, 24PESOS burst on to the blues scene in 2008 with their raw and rootsy live shows and debut album “The Boogie Worm”. The band’s latest album “Busted broken and Blue” (release 19 July 2010) showcases the evolution of the 24Pesos sound – 11 boot stompin’ originals drawing from influences as diverse as Ray Charles, The Meters, James Brown, Freddie King, Howlin Wolf, and the Roots. Featuring saw-tooth Dobro guitars, searing harmonicas, a funky old school rhythm section and a greasy Hammond B3, the album showcases an eclectic and infectious blend that is the unmistakable 24Pesos sound. Write on our Facebook Wall or post your Photos of great blues events! -  Here

Amund Maarud (born 04.07.81 ) has dealt with traktor and guitar from he was 6 years old. After an interregnum with the Grand has he has now returned to the roots "and to reinspikka blues! Amunds projects will consist of bluesbasert music with an emphasis on Amunds many influences and with a focus. In other words, a further development of Amund Maarud band where we face a more fully and erfaringsrik artist who take up that from 2006. With itself has Amund his brother Henrik Maarud on drums and Simen Aanerud on piano - known from Maarudkara. Write on our Facebook Wall or post your Photos of great blues events! -  Here

Darren Jack is a powerful vocalist and one of Australia's top blues guitarists. He is a performer that exudes emotion and a feel for every note he plays. The guitar is more like an extension, not just of his hands but of his very soul. Darren has appeared at just about every major Blues Festival in Australia and has played alongside some of his most important artistic influences. Darren has opened and shared the stage with such artists as: Robert Cray (USA), Jimmie Vaughan (USA), Canned Heat (USA), Ford Blues Band (USA), George Thorogood (USA), Chris Cain (USA), Andy Just (USA), Long John Baldry (UK), Kevin Borich, Ian Moss, Jeff Lang, Phil Emmanuel, Dave Hole, and Chain. Darren has also appeared at most major Blues Festivals in Australia, including: East Coast Blues Festival - Byron Bay, Great Southern Blues Festival - Narooma, Thredbo Blues Festival, Woodford Folk Festival, Australian Blues Music Festival - Goulburn, Southern Blues and Roots Festival - Hobart, Gympie Music Festiv...

After Hip Shakin Mama, Shelley-Lynne, belts out her all-original sets and sheds some feathers with her amazingly talented Leg Men you will know that you have been touched by a very special force in our world! Her songwriting rests in the Blues, Rock, Jazz, Latin, Funk and Folk. With each song, she and the Leg Men take you on a journey and you have no idea what is coming next! She writes from her heart and takes a huge risk sharing deep, taboo, emotional and truthful aspects of her life. At one moment you will be laughing to her "Rooster Stew" or "Wanker Blues" and the next you are caught up in the Latin fantasy of "She Doesn't Want You." When she delivers her own heart break, her own story of being betrayed by her biological father in the song, "Bigger Man" you will be wrapped around her heart and you won't be able to stop yourself from taking her in your arms and loving this extraordinary songbird! This lady always gets way more than a...

Frank "Sonny" Hines and his wife Sarah bought a house and a farm on 30 acres of land from the Hallet Realty Company in Swanton, Ohio and the Hine's Farm Blues Club was born. As was common in the area for the late 1940s the Hineses began holding house parties and suppers in their basement. These parties eventually grew to the outside and the Hineses built the still standing Juke Joint in a heavily wood section of their property. This helped to draw even larger crowds and more musicians like Big Jack Reynolds, B. B. King, Freddie King, Jimmy McCracklin, Bobby Blue Bland and John Lee Hooker. When the crowds grew even bigger a large pavilion was built as a joint venture with Mr. Luke onto the back of the main club. With it's large area and raised stage at the back it was more than capable of holding all of the fans who came for the shows. It also doubled as a skating rink during the warm months and became known as "Mr. Luke's Outdoor ...

The name says it all. “Girls with Guitars” – the 2011 Ruf Records Blues Caravan Tour – presents three of the scene’s hottest young female guitar slingers on a single stage. Over the past six years, the Blues Caravan has toured successfully in the UK, USA and throughout continental Europe. This unique triple bill revue has helped introduce bright new stars such as Ana Popovic and Joanne Shaw Taylor to an international audience. Following in their footsteps on the 2011 tour is a trio of dynamic, up-and-coming blues talents: Dani Wilde, Cassie Taylor and Samantha Fish. Hailing from Brighton, England, Dani Wilde sings the blues with the old-school fervor of Aretha Franklin, but also takes a cue from contemporaries like Duffy and Joss Stone. The singer/songwriter/guitarist has just released her second album, Shine, a collaboration with renowned producer Mike Vernon (Eric Clapton, Fleetwood Mac). She has shared stages with luminaries like Robben Ford, Candye Kane and Koko Taylor. Says Paul J...

February of 2009 became a musical turning point for Julius Pittman. After enduring years of musical frustration, Julius aka ‘Ray’ was presented with the opportunity to form a band dedicated to revitalizing ‘Old School’ Rock & Soul sounds of the Memphis Stax Volt era. The formation of the core talent led to the release of their 2010 CD release “Bucket List”. The ‘Revival’ features some of the most talented musicians in Virginia combined with the unique vocals of keyboardist/leader Julius Pittman which brings to the audience, sounds and dynamics reminiscent of Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings, Buddy Miles, Jack Mack & The HeartAttack and Tower of Power. The music the ‘Revival’ presents is a trip back to the days when musicians truly played their instruments without any limits. What makes this band unique is the fact that each musician is given the freedom to ‘spread their wings’ and express their individual musical personality. The ‘Revival’ features founder/keyboardist/vo...

While not traditionally known as a blues player... Mayer sure gets a rise out of the predominantly young crowd when he plays it.... is there still some thought that the blues is in poor health? BS John Clayton Mayer (play /ˈmeɪ.ər/ may-ər;[1] born October 16, 1977) is an American pop rock and blues rock musician, singer-songwriter, recording artist, and music producer. Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut and raised in Fairfield, Connecticut, he attended Berklee College of Music in Boston. He moved to Atlanta in 1997, where he refined his skills and gained a following, and he now lives in New York City. His first two studio albums, Room for Squares and Heavier Things, did well commercially, achieving multi-platinum status. In 2003, he won a Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance for "Your Body Is a Wonderland." Mayer began his career performing mainly acoustic rock, but gradually began a transition towards the blues genre in 2005 by collaborating with renowned blues...

After thrilling audiences in Toronto blues clubs as a sideman, Antonik has stepped out on his own to deliver this self-produced collection of original material and two classic blues covers. ..The album “Chris Antonik” is a portrait of a maturing blues guitarist and songwriter who fully grasps the importance of song over solo - while still leaving plenty for guitar fans to enjoy. The songs deal with repairing relationships and giving back to those around you, as well as classic blues themes delivered in modern vehicles. Using the guitarist–as–front man approach and a variety of guest vocalists, the record is a solid collection of soulful, strong and smart blues. Guest performers include some of Chris’ friends from the Canadian blues scene, including Mark Stafford, Suzie Vinnick and Richard Underhill... ..The primary vocalist and keyboardist on the record is the gritty and stirring Josh Williams of the jam band Fat Cats. Bassist Andrew Taylor (The Blazers) and drummer Chris Chiarelli pro...

Seal Henry Olusegun Olumide Adeola Samuel (born 19 February 1963 in Paddington, London, England), known simply as Seal, is a British soul and R&B singer-songwriter, of Nigerian and Brazilian background. Seal has won numerous music awards throughout his career, including three Brit Awards—winning Best British Male in 1992, four Grammy Awards, and an MTV Video Music Award. Seal is known for his numerous international hits; perhaps best known is "Kiss from a Rose", which appeared in the soundtrack to the 1995 film Batman Forever. He has sold more than 20 million albums worldwide. Seal is married to German model Heidi Klum. Write on our Facebook Wall or post your Photos of great blues events! -  Here

The last 20 years HANK DAVISON had a great time playing with his BAND the famous parties all over the world! He shared the stage with ZZ TOP, LYNYRD SKYNYRD, JETHRO TULL, MEAT LOAF, SCORPIONS, MANFRED MANNS EARTHBAND, MOLLY HATCHET, WHITESNAKE, URIAH HEEP, TEN YEARS AFTER, RORY GALLAGHER, CANNED HEAT, GEORGE THOROGOOD, STEPPENWOLF, MOTHERS FINEST, LUTHER ALLISON, DOC HOLLIDAY, CLIMAX BLUES BAND and many more. Now he cancelled the BAND but he come back on stage - just with a guitar and his voice- Hank Davison - he..ll take you where the wild ones go! Write on our Facebook Wall or post your Photos of great blues events! -  Here

Blues masters Terry Garland and Li'l Ronnie have been performing as a duo since December 31, 2009. Although they had performed together in the past, this time it really clicked. Their electrifying sound mesmerizes the listener. Both Terry & Ronnie have long distinguished recording careers, as they are both vocalists, songwriters and interpreters their repertoire is varied, exciting and spontaneous. Terry Garland is known internationally as a master slide and acoustic guitarist. Terry performs world wide and has performed at top blues festivals across the globe. The artist's impassioned songs, rare musical insight and depth make him one of the most innovative and praised contemporary blues and roots musicians. Terry's meticulous finger-picking and driving percussive foot-stomping unite with his vocal prowess to create an evocative, engaging transformation. Born in Johnson City, TN., Terry's musical roots were pioneered by forefathers of the blues. During his you...

William Everett "Billy" Preston (September 2, 1946 – June 6, 2006) was a musician who gained notoriety and fame, first as a session musician for the likes of Sam Cooke, Ray Charles and The Beatles, and later finding fame as a solo artist with hits such as "Space Race", "Will It Go Round in Circles" and "Nothing from Nothing". Alongside Tony Sheridan, Billy Preston was the only other musician to be credited on a Beatles recording after he was credited on the group's number-one hit, "Get Back", with the record title listed as The Beatles with Billy Preston. Preston had battled kidney disease in his later years, brought on by his hypertension. He received a kidney transplant in 2002, but his health continued to deteriorate. He died on June 6, 2006 in Scottsdale, Arizona, of complications of malignant hypertension that resulted in kidney failure and other complications. He had voluntarily entered a drug rehabilitation clinic in Mali...

Born and raised in Nashville, Marion James grew up in a family with a love for music. Like most great R&B singers, Marion's musical background is firmly rooted in the church. As a child, James first experience with blues music came from watching vaudeville shows, checking out local performers or listening to her mother's record collection of 78s. During the early 1960's, Marion's touring band included guitarist, Jimi Hendrix, and bassist, Billy Cox. In 1966, she recorded the top-ten hit "That's My Man" for Nashville's Excello Records. Since then, Marion has played to sold-out audiences in Europe and the Southeastern United States. Recently, she was part of the Country Music Hall of Fame exhibit "Night Train to Nashville: Music City Rhythm & Blues 1945-1970" covering the rich R&B music history of Nashville. Write on our Facebook Wall or post your Photos of great blues events! -  Here

Prez (Dec. 29, 1933 - June 27,1995.was a great singer, guitar and gut bucket bass player, and a really nice guy, he played with a big triangular flat pick and sang and played out of the same bass amp. I played a few gigs with him on the west side before died, Marvin Jackson or Twist Turner on drums. The New Moon Lounge on Laramie was one, it's no longer there, and the Harlem Ave Lounge in Berwyn on a Tuesday night. The photo above shows Sleepy John Estes, Yank Rachell, Hammy Nixon and Prez Kenneth. Write on our Facebook Wall or post your Photos of great blues events! -  Here

Happy New Year from www.hamiltonloomis.com ! Hamilton and Band are holding DVD release parties all winter long -- see below for the tour dates...more listed on www.hamiltonloomis.com/schedule.htm ! Gulf Coast fans: join us New Year's Eve at Suga's Deep South Cuisine , 461 Bowie, Beaumont TX!  Call 409-813-1808 for reservations! SAT DEC 31st SUGA'S DEEP SOUTH CUISINE (NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY!) 461 Bowie, Beaumont TX 9:30pm.  Call 409-813-1808 for reservations!  JANUARY 2012 (all shows are DVD release parties!) WED 4th BOB & LUIGI'S Bel Aire (Wichita) KS 7pm - 9:30pm 316-744-9510 FRI 6th BOULDER OUTLOOK HOTEL Boulder CO 8pm - 10:30pm 303-443-3322 SAT 7th BUFFALO ROSE SALOON Golden CO 9pm 303-278-6800 TUE 10th JOHNNY MAC'S Rock Springs WY 7pm - 10pm 307-362-3034 THU 12th CONCERT AT THE ELKS Sheridan WY 7pm - 10pm 307-674-9500 FRI 13th BONES BREWING CO. Billings MT 6pm - 9pm 406-839-9231 SAT 14th THE ATTIC (WY Blues ...

Born in the middle of the fifties (1955) Robi Zonca grew up listening to the Beatles, Stones, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan. Then the Brithis Blues arrived in italian music stores with John Mayall, Eric Clapton, Peter Green, Mick Taylor and Robi falled in love with the Blues. After that discovering the black masters of the blues was a real big flash for Robi. Listening to Robi's music you can hear all of the influences that inspire his compositions and his guitar and bass playing and his singing. After several long years of sideman work with many band and musicians like Andy J. Forest, Ginger Baker, Ronnie Jones, Mia Martini, Treves Blues Band and many more RZ started his solo career publishing 5 albums in in the last 7 years. Talking about his last 2 albums:"REBEL!" was recorded during 2006 in NY with the devoted dedication, commitment, and outstanding contribution of many gifted musicians from both the U.S.A. and Italy, including world renowned musicians like the legendary d...