Friday July 9 th
Here’s a quick quiz:
What do Bob Dylan, Tom Waits, Jay McShann, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, John Hammond, the late Jimmy Witherspoon, Dr. John, Maria Muldaur, Roomful of Blues, and the Canadian band The Rockin’ Highliners all have in common?
Answer: Duke Robillard
Guitarist. Bandleader. Songwriter. Singer. Producer. Session musician. And a one-man cheering section for the blues, in all its forms and permutations. And every one of those names has shared recording studio space or stage time with a man who is a legend in the blues community.
The Blues Music Awards (formerly W.C.Handy Awards) have named Duke Robillard "Best Blues Guitarist" four years out of five (2000,2001,2003,2004) making him the second most honored guitarist for that award! He was also nominated in that category in 2005, 2007 and again this year of 2008.
What do Bob Dylan, Tom Waits, Jay McShann, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, John Hammond, the late Jimmy Witherspoon, Dr. John, Maria Muldaur, Roomful of Blues, and the Canadian band The Rockin’ Highliners all have in common?
Answer: Duke Robillard
Guitarist. Bandleader. Songwriter. Singer. Producer. Session musician. And a one-man cheering section for the blues, in all its forms and permutations. And every one of those names has shared recording studio space or stage time with a man who is a legend in the blues community.
The Blues Music Awards (formerly W.C.Handy Awards) have named Duke Robillard "Best Blues Guitarist" four years out of five (2000,2001,2003,2004) making him the second most honored guitarist for that award! He was also nominated in that category in 2005, 2007 and again this year of 2008.
David "Honeyboy" Edwards was born June 28, 1915 in Shaw, Mississippi. Honeyboy is one of the last living links to Robert Johnson, and one of the last original acoustic Delta blues players. He is a living legend, and his story is truly part of history. He is the real deal.
"Edwards was given a Grammy™ Lifetime Achievement Award in February 2010, the Delta blues legend honored alongside artists from others musical genres like Leonard Cohen, Michael Jackson, Loretta Lynn, and others.'
"Edwards was given a Grammy™ Lifetime Achievement Award in February 2010, the Delta blues legend honored alongside artists from others musical genres like Leonard Cohen, Michael Jackson, Loretta Lynn, and others.'
The music of Shelley King draws from and blends a spectrum of roots music styles, but one word succinctly describes it: soulful. Be it R&B, folk, blues, country, bluegrass or rock — or combinations of and variations on those themes — she delivers the goods straight from the heart with a voice that’s splendidly rich and warm and as big as all outdoors. Writing “a proverbial trunk full of instant hits and yet-unheard classics,” as the Austin Chronicle describes her songs, King has risen from the vibrant music scene in the Texas capital city to charm fans across North America, Europe and Japan, win two Austin Music Awards, and be named the Texas State Musician for 2008.
The Philadelphia Funk Authority is the "Party Authority", quite simply, one of the world's best dance and party bands! Give us the stage and we make the party happen! Specializing in getting the crowd out on the dance floor with the best soul, R&B, funk, dance and party music from the past 40 years, PFA is a group of dedicated, experienced and professional musicians ready to provide you with the perfect entertainment for your event. From small intimate pre-party jazz, to full-out dance floor frenzy, The Philadelphia Funk Authority guarantees an unforgettable party experience! Who's on the guest list is your job. Who's on the dance floor is ours!
Reverend Freakchild sings, plays slide guitar and blows harmonica. He performs with tremendous passion and charisma. When the spirit descends it appears to levitate him right off the stage. His songwriting and spirituals will soothe your sorrows. His unorthadox country blues and soulfolk grooves will heal your hurting.
BuzzUniverse " means the freedom to not be defined by one musical genre, the
ambition to have no musical limits, and the opportunity to embrace the
world's musical evolution and bring it to the stage. An original eclectic
blend of rock, jazz, latin & other world grooves, BuzzUniverse features
smoking horns and a rock-solid rhythm section. Since 2003, the band has been
performing and tearing up clubs and large festivals and has released three
captivating albums. Described by Relix Media as "addictive & hip-grinding,"
BuzzUniverse has enlightened loyal fans with brilliantly crafted songs,
incredible vocal harmonies and ferocious live energy. Native to Elizabeth,
New Jersey, BuzzUniverse aims to spread their unique sound and positive vibe
far and wide!
ambition to have no musical limits, and the opportunity to embrace the
world's musical evolution and bring it to the stage. An original eclectic
blend of rock, jazz, latin & other world grooves, BuzzUniverse features
smoking horns and a rock-solid rhythm section. Since 2003, the band has been
performing and tearing up clubs and large festivals and has released three
captivating albums. Described by Relix Media as "addictive & hip-grinding,"
BuzzUniverse has enlightened loyal fans with brilliantly crafted songs,
incredible vocal harmonies and ferocious live energy. Native to Elizabeth,
New Jersey, BuzzUniverse aims to spread their unique sound and positive vibe
far and wide!