Written by Laura Bell Adams on . Posted in Music.
Fifteen bands over three days…international, national and regional…all stellar blues artists who will blue you away! If you can’t attend all three days, single day tickets are available.
Written by Laura Bell Adams on . Posted in Music.
“Rough and ready blues played with unmitigated intensity…Swirling, snarling, riveting slide….The Blues Imperials pound out riffs and rhythms like they’re overdosing on boogie juice. Scorching and soulful, joyous and stomping.” –Living Blues
Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in Music.
Visionary young blues star Selwyn Birchwood, touring in support of his latest Alligator Records release, Pick Your Poison, will perform at the Blue Rooster in Sarasota on Thursday, September 19 and Friday, September 20, 2019. On Pick Your Poison , Birchwood, along with his band—saxophonist Regi Oliver, bassist Huff Wright and drummer Courtney “Big Love” Girlie—takes a major step forward, crafting visionary blues for a new generation of forward-looking fans. Concert information is as follows:
Written by Laura Bell Adams on . Posted in Events.
It’s going to be a fabulous weekend in December. National and regional musicians will be heading to Bradenton, Florida for one of the biggest Blues Festivals of the year. Every year the event is sold out, so purchase your tickets early!
Written by Laura Bell Adams on . Posted in Events.
‘Camping with the Blues, for those who love the blues, and the freedom of not having to drive home after the party!’ Camping with the Blues is back again for its sixth year, and somehow, it just keeps getting better and better! This music festival is not just a camping event; camping is optional, and you can purchase single day tickets for Friday, Saturday and Sunday or buy the weekend pass.
Written by Laura Bell Adams on . Posted in Music.
The Karen and Jimmy Band is a merging of two talented band leaders who have created a unique sound of classic rock, southern rock, arena rock, R&B and country. The band features the expert guitar styling and vocals of the husband and wife team, Jimmy and Karen Lally – together they present a magical stage chemistry that leaves you wanting more.
Written by Laura Bell Adams on . Posted in Music.
Friday July 5th The Blue Note Tampa is hosting a Blues Revue night. This is a special Blues showcase night with 3 very talented artists. The Blue Note is a cozy listening room with outdoor patios. The Blue Note was an authentic hot spot back in the Blues Chitlin Circuit days.
Written by Laura Bell Adams on . Posted in Music.
Lisa is the face and dynamic force behind the Lisa Ridings Band (LRB). For the past 5 years, Lisa and the band have played to “packed” houses every Saturday night at Mattison’s City Grille in downtown Sarasota.
Written by Laura Bell Adams on . Posted in Events.
Enjoy a delicious brunch at Mattison’s Riverwalk Grille while listening to the Divebombers featuring George Worthmore, a New York Blues Hall of Fame inductee and 2018 International Blues Challenge semi-finalist.
Written by Laura Bell Adams on . Posted in Music.
“Blues Under The Stars With The Stars Of The Blues” Camping with the Blues is back again for its sixth year, and somehow, it just keeps getting better and better! Those who attend know you are in for the greatest weekend of live music!
Written by Laura Bell Adams on . Posted in Events.
A Craigslist No Name Band has Grown into an Area Favorite