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Bluestar provides a platform for two female musicians to shine and inspire the next generation of artists during National Women’s Month and year-round. By amplifying diverse voices and narratives, the band contributes to a more inclusive and equal music industry. The Bluestar Band’s female musicians, Carolyn Davis who plays keyboards and also sings, and Beth […]
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Johnny Rawls is a soul blues legend. In fact, the term “soul blues” was invented to describe his music. With a career spanning more than 50 years, he’s done it all. He’s an internationally recognized recording artist, music producer, and songwriter who tours extensively throughout North America and overseas. The Blues Music Awards, Blues Blast […]
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Saturday night, December 30, at Jr’s Old Packinghouse Café, Bluestar takes to the stage with music from the Crusaders to Magic Slim, Muddy Waters to Steely Dan and even some Allman Brothers. Singer and lead guitarist Kevin O’Connor has moved further into the spotlight, with his versatile, quick-fingered guitar playing, a combination of technical skills, […]
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There have been many in the area who recognize Al Fuller as Sarasota’s Blues Legend. His career actually began while still in school, playing the guitar his mother brought home from a yard sale. Al came to Sarasota over 25 years ago, bringing his own style of folksy blues and authentic blues with him. He […]
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It was with a heavy heart that Bluestar Band announced the passing of legendary bluesman Johnny Guitar two weeks ago. Folks say his heart just gave out. A Eulogy is being held at Hope Church in St Petersburg, FL, 2532 12th Avenue South November 12th at 11 am. Donations for his burial are requested in […]
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Blues is a musical form that became known in the Deep South around the 1860s, although it began much earlier. The Blues incorporated spirituals, work songs, shouts, chants, and rhymed simple narrative ballads from the African-American culture. Johnny Guitar and Bluestar play real deal blues. The songs “can’t be sung without a full heart and […]
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Johnny Guitar and his Bluestar Band will be playing at Jr’s Old Packinghouse Cafe, September 23 from 7 to 10 pm. You’ll find him singing to his fans, at times down on his knees, as he develops his songs and leads his band. You won’t want to miss it. Johnny will be waiting for you! […]
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In June, Bluestar Band played at JR’s Old Packinghouse Café to a standing room only crowd, with folks waiting for tables, quite a feat in Florida’s off season. Since then, the Sarasota County Department of Public Works has made life difficult for the Old Packinghouse. Road closed signs have appeared near Bahia Vista, even though […]
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Former traveling Marvelette Brenda Watty is no newcomer to the Sarasota music scene. However, Teresa Farris, hailing recently from Nashville, is a fresh new voice added to the wealth of talent in this community. Teresa has performed as a back up singer with Dolly Parton, along with other famous Nashville artists. In addition, she has […]
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Empowering. Entertaining. Effervescent…. These words only begin to describe the breath of fresh air Synia Carroll brings to the music scene. A jazz vocalist with smooth and soulful vocals, Synia is a storyteller who captivates audiences with every inspiring performance. She energetically engages directly with the crowd, adding her personal flair to match the mood […]
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Donna Cripe, Sande Caplin, Laura Bell Adams, Rebecca Bird & Bob Slicker It was a fabulous evening on September 17, 2015. Ladies Sing the Blues was held at the Swordfish Grill and Tiki. All ticket and raffle proceeds along with a large donation from General Manager, Bob Slicker and the staff at the Swordfish was […]