Blues
News OnlineA publication of the Phoenix Blues Society
Blues
News Online
A publication of the Phoenix Blues Society
Volume 5, Number 2
February 1, 2006
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The February meeting will be held on Friday, February 10th at Big Al's, 717 S. Central Ave., Phoenix, beginning at 8:00 pm; music will start at 8:30 pm.
This meeting will be a special treat, as we are featuring Florida-based guitarist / singer Joey Gilmore, the recent winner of the International Blues Challenge in Memphis. Admission price for PBS members for this very special show is only $5. (Editors Note: I had the privilege of seeing Mr. Gilmore's championship performance in Memphis. While the other acts in the Finals came out full bore with an excess of high energy, Gilmore just walked onto the stage and merely played the blues. He didn't have to try to send his performance over the top; instead, he just played the blues ... and played them very well. It was a real treat to see a seasoned blues veteran in action, doing what he does best. I highly recommend this show to all PBS members and friends. --- Bill) We are seeking acts, clubs, and other potential venues to host upcoming shows. We are also seeking your ideas, suggestions, and feedback to create fun, exciting events that will benefit the entire blues community. To volunteer or for more information, please contact Gil Andrews, Event & Membership Coordinator, at 602-670-5541 or by e-mail, and as always, thanks for keeping the blues alive. Check the list of Sponsors and discounts for the PBS membership meetings.
Louisiana favorite Tab Benoit blows into town to play the Rhythm Room on Wednesday, February 8th, beginning at 8:00 pm. Advance tickets for $12 each can be picked up at the bar or from all Ticketmaster outlets (480-784-4444). Sariah, a hot new soul band in town featuring Kati, will be doing two nights at Skipper's Lounge, 6124 N 43rd Ave., on Friday & Saturday, December 3rd & 4th, beginning at 9:00 pm. Jimmy Peyton's Midnite Blues is at Bogie's, 2547 E. Indian School Rd., on Friday & Saturday, February 3rd & 4th from 9:00 pm until 1:00 am. The name of Bogie's will be changing soon, and this weekend will feature a "Name the Bar" contest, with a $100 grand prize! Cold Shott & The Hurricane Horns will be at Shenanigan's on Friday, February 3rd from 8:30 pm until 12:30 am. Common Ground Blues Band is heading up the road to Flagstaff this Saturday, February 4th to play at Charly's. One Class Act is at Pat Murphy's on Friday & Saturday, February 3rd & 4th, beginning at 8:30 pm both nights. One half of One Class Act, known as Gypsy and JC Wandering Blues Duo, will be doing an 11:00 am gig at El Pedregal, 34505 N. Scottsdale Rd. on Saturday, February 4th. Big Pete Pearson appears at the Rhythm Room on Friday, February 3rd.
Mikel Lander plays at
Stinkweeds, 12
W. Camelback, every Sunday from noon until 2:00 pm.
Loose
Cannons Blues Band is playing
every Friday and Saturday at the
Wigwam Grill on the Greens, located at 300 Wigwam Boulevard in Litchfield
Park, from 6:00
until 10:00 pm.
Musicians wanted To be listed in this
section, please
send your requests to pbs@bluenight.com for listing in the next issue. Submissions will appear in two issues, after
which they should be re-submitted if still applicable. *** I am a 54 year old
blues drummer. I am looking to get hooked up with a local blues band. I
am not looking for a full time job, I have one already. I am looking to
play some good blues a couple times a month. I have great equipment, and
can sing back up and harmonize. I am responsible. If I say I'll be
there, I will be there. I am not interested in starting a new project.
If you have all the other pieces in place and just need a drummer, I'm
your guy. Give me your song list and a couple weeks to learn them, and
I'll be ready to play out. Blues, blues rock, shuffle, double shuffle,
flat tire, funky, or 4/4 rocknroll, I can play it. I have no other
projects going so you will get my full attention. I play DW PDP drums,
Zildjian "A" cymbals. --- Bob - Email:
azblues@cox.net Not your typical wannabe harp player ... I have my chops
down. Play Chicago-style blues harp ... somewhere between Little Walter,
Magic Dick, and Charlie McCoy. Although of mature years, I prefer my blues
with a youthful look and attitude and a rock edge. Don't mind jamming to
establish a chemistry. Would prefer to practice one or two days a week to
get a set list together and a sound down, eventually playing out one or two
nights a month. I'm also a competent lead guitarist, currently playing
part-time in a three piece blues rock band, so I can add some guitar chops
when necessary. Contact rmaack@cox.net ------------------------------------------ Blues Blast tickets now
on sale
Blues Blast 2006 tickets are now on sale! Check the new
Blues Blast website
for complete info. PBS members and friends can purchase discounted tickets
from the Society by sending email to
info@phoenixblues.org. Two of the most popular Blues Blast acts in the 15-year
history of the event will make return appearances at Blues Blast 2006,
with Rod Piazza
& the Mighty Flyers and the
Tommy Castro Band
coming back to the Mesa Amphitheatre on Sunday, February 26, 2006. Making
her Arizona debut will be Chicago singer
Nora Jean Bruso. Also on show will be Tucson legend
Sam Taylor,
Arizona Blues Showdown winners
Tom Walbank and the
Ambassadors, and
Danny Rhodes. Phoenix area blues clubs
Big Al's Char's
Has the Blues
CK’s
El Dorado
Bar & Grill Fat Cats
Jay's Cocktails Monroe's
Pappadeux's Seafood Restaurant
Pat Murphy's
Rhythm Room
Shenanigan's Skipper's Lounge
Sugar
Daddy's
String Chemistry
Sub-Culture Cafe
Wigwam Grill on the Greens
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