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Friday, May 8, 2026
Sunday, February 18, 2024
Happy Family Day! Videos by Famous Framus & Betty Bomb, Matthew & Jill Barber
Update of 2019 Post
Links: Famous Framus, More Famous Framus Stories, Video above courtesy of Famous Framus
Links: Matthew Barber and Jill Barber, More Jill Barber Music, More Matthew Barber Stories, Video above courtesy of Outside Music
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Saturday, February 10, 2024
Happy 'Get Out Your Guitar Day'! Marcus Starr, Famous Framus, Gillian Nicola, Caroline Wiles
Update of 2018 Post
To celebrate 'Get Out Your Guitar Day', we are showcasing local musicians with just themselves and an acoustic guitar making beautiful music.
Links: Marcus Starr, More Marcus Starr Stories, More Mississippi John Hurt Covers/Stories, Video above courtesy of Marcus Starr
Links: Famous Framus, More Famous Framus Stories, Video above courtesy of Paul Bottos
Links: Gillian Nicola, More Gillian Nicola Stories, Video above courtesy of Gillian Nicola
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Tuesday, April 20, 2021
The Multi-Talented Bob Lanois Passes
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of local producer, sound engineer, songwriter and musician Bob Lanois. He passed away on April 19, 2021. Our condolences to his family, friends and fans.
Bob was well known in the music community as he worked with many artists including his brother Daniel Lanois, Raffi, Blackie and Rodeo Kings, Tom Wilson, Simply Saucer and many more. He also co-founded Grant Avenue Studio and was given a thank you credit in U2's classic 1987 album, The Joshua Tree.
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I was lucky enough to spend a short time in the orbit of Bob Lanois about 15 years ago and his charismatic presence and ferocious belief in truth, as the root and foundation of art and performance left a full body tattoo on my soul! He took me aside and told me what’s what. “Play it straight!” I knew exactly what he meant. Tell the Truth! Love.
Lou Molinaro (Tongue Fu)
My Mother passed away in 2006. Couple of weeks after my Mom's funeral, I ran into Bob at a show at the Corktown Tavern. Bob gave me a big hug and passed on his condolences. He mentioned to me that a child's love for his or her Mother is the most unique love in the world. While sharing this, Bob said to me - "Lou, I will always be a Momma's Boy" Every time I saw Bob, I remembered that moment.
It was always wonderful seeing Bob @ This Ain't Hollywood to see shows. Such a friendly, unique happy soul. Sending my condolences to his family workmates and closest friends. Goodbye Bob.
Dave Gilbey
Bob Lanois and Glen Marshall welcomed me and Tim O'Reilly into their space with open arms. My favourite part of the many shoots we did at the Mule Spinner was the chance to talk with Bob. He gave me encouragement when I needed it and told me I should tell people to screw off if they were unsure of my motives. He gave me advice in a world that was not mine.
William Schwendiman
Throughout my "career" booking live music, I've taken a lot of pride in working with the seminal builders of our Hamilton Music community.
When Bob approached me to host the release party for his solo album, "Snake Road", I was honored he'd ask.
His words, "Brodie you book all the underground stuff. That's where I want my record to live".
Rest in Peace to Bob Lanois. Condolences to all that love him.
Links: Daniel Lanois, More Daniel Lanois Stories, Video above courtesy of bravofact
Links: Lee Harvey Osmond aka Tom Wilson, More Lee Harvey Osmond Stories, Video above courtesy Tom Wilson & Bob Lanois - Topic
Links: Bob Lanois, More Bob Lanois Stories, Video above courtesy of The roman Sokal
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Wednesday, November 20, 2019
Hamilton's Famous & Betty Create Gritty, Intense Music Together
New Horizon is the 11th superb album by local Bluesman Famous Framus but it's also the first as a duo with his wife, Betty Bomb. Together they've made a dark, hypnotic and raw disc.
The duo pack a lot of punch into their incredible sound. Famous' voice just bleeds emotion as the lyrics lead the listeners into the darker themes of heartache, abandonment and pain. His menacing, gritty guitar work accentuates the intensity. Betty's fearsome drumming punctures through the sound to make itself heard. There's also a bit of positivity and hope mixed in, especially in the couples only duet on the album, Blue Betty.
This unforgettable album can be picked up at their stunning shows or at Dr Disc in Hamilton. It's also available through Apple Music.
Blast from the Past: Famous' Previous CD
Links: Famous Framus, More Famous Framus Stories, More Releases, Videos above courtesy of Famous Framus
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Tuesday, November 12, 2019
Jackie Washington's 100th Birthday
Today (Tuesday, November 12, 2019) Hamilton blues/jazz legend Jackie Washington would have been 100 years old. We here at HBL would like to celebrate this incredible musician.
Biographical highlights (from Wikipedia)
- Born in Hamilton (November 12, 1919)
- Became the first black Canadian DJ (1948) on CHML.
- Released first solo recording Blues and Sentimental (1976)
- Nominated for Juno for Best Roots & Traditional Album (1993)
- Inducted into Hamilton's Gallery of Distinction (1995)
- Released the book: More Than A Blues Singer: Jackie Washington Tells His Story (1996)
- Inducted into the Canadian Jazz & Blues Hall of Fame (2002)
- Had a TV documentary made of him: I Want To Be Happy: The Jackie Washington Story (2005)
- Had a Hamilton park named after him (2003)
- Passed away (June 27, 2009)
I had the honour of meeting Jackie Washington while I was volunteering for the Winter Festival of Friends. Back then, I was just getting into Jazz and we had a wonderful conversation about that. We bumped into each other on a few more occasions and he always had a laugh and a smile for me. I'll always treasure my time with him.
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| Our blogger Lou (in his babyface days) on the left with Jackie. Pic courtesy of the Spectator's Free Press |
We asked for more comments and stories from the public. We will post more as we get them. Here are a few:
I remember running the streets downtown with a pretty wild group of young teens in the late 70s - early 80’s. We would often get into minor dust ups with Jackson Square security and or chased around and roughed by a couple of Hamilton Police Officers know as “Starsky and Hutch". There was one man who could tame this pack of punks with a wave of his hand, his soft voice and a song.
Jackie Washington was more often than not, on a nice day, sitting on a Gore park bench with his guitar in hand and he would settle us down with a story or a song or both. I knew him as only Uncle Jack back then as he may have been distantly related to some of the kids because the Washington family was one of the larger ones in town. We all called him Uncle Jack and we treated him with the respect he deserved.
Only years later when I became a musician myself and part of the music scene in Hamilton did I put two and two together and realize what a giant of a man Uncle Jack really was!Jason R. Stewart
He came to my school back in 1987 (when I was in Grade 8). He played the ENTIRE day to small groups of students (in rotation) where he played music and shared humorous, yet informative stories. This happened all those years ago, yet the memories of him playing had a profound effect on this little 14 year old! I was introduced to sounds I had not discovered until that day, and influenced me to create my own songs about life (and with a touch of humour!). It's amazing what moments from childhood stick out more than others.
Paul Hill
I turned 60 in 2006. I was having a birthday party up in Elfrida and Jack de Keyzer and his band was the band I booked for the party. Jackie contacted and asked if he could attend. If course, I said yes! He told me he had never heard Jack play live! He came. Jackie thoroughly enjoyed himself and had a long chat with Jack.Ted Willey
I have many memories of this great man. Honoured to have worked with him over the years. A joyful spirit that brought happiness to everyone. He is truly missed!Eudene Luther
Remembering him today for his beauty in all its manifestations and, most especially, for his passion for music and the guitar that he passed on to Brian (Griffith). Forever in our hearts.
Blast from the Past: Jackie Washington Passes
Links: Jackie Washington, More Jackie Washington Stories, Videos above courtesy of Bee-Sides Radio, More 100th Birthdays
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Saturday, February 25, 2017
New Episode of Ensemble! features Jitterbug James of the Vaudevillian and Famous Framus
The Vaudevillian vocalist, Jitterbug James and Famous Framus will star in the next episode of Ensemble! on Cable 14 Hamilton. It'll be a beautiful show!
This episode is no longer available.
Here are a few videos that showcase their talents
Links: The Vaudevillian, More Vaudevillian Stories, Videos above courtesy of The Vaudevillian
Links: Famous Framus, More Famous Framus Stories, Videos above courtesy of Paul Bottos
Blast from the Past: Episodes of Ensemble! Online
Links: Ensemble!, More Ensemble! Stories
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Saturday, November 26, 2016
A Beautiful, Raw Masterpiece from Hamilton's Famous Framus!
Learn to Live, the newest release from Hamilton's Famous Framus, shows a wonderous musical evolution. Framus takes his trademark, punk-like speed and growl and dials it down to create a beautiful, raw masterpiece.
The sound still has an edge to it, as always. By letting the songs breathe though, he lets the emotion of his vocals shine and allows the banjos/guitars to resonate and stick with you. Framus has also kept his knack for amazing lyrics.
If you want a copy, you can pick one up at his live shows or by contacting him directly. The album should be up on iTunes soon as well. You'll be glad you did.
Blast from the Past: Framus' Previous Album
Links: Famous Framus, More Famous Framus Stories, More Releases, Video above courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers
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Thursday, November 3, 2016
News Roundup (Awards, Bad Luck Woman, Famous Framus, Marc Pettigrew)
News
Local
- Barber Shop Podcast w Famous Framus
Links: Famous Framus, More Famous Framus Stories, Video above courtesy of Barber Shop Podcast
- Winning Performer Chosen for the Six String Nation Show in St. Catharines
- Readers Choice Awards: Hamilton Spectator , Brant News, Waterloo Record. Cambridge Times
World
The Adventures of Trebleclef, the Hamilton Blues Lovers Monkey
Trebleclef will be back soon.
Featured Video
Links: Marc Pettigrew, More Marc Pettigrew Stories, Video above courtesy of Marc Pettigrew
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Thursday, July 16, 2015
News Roundup (Shakers, Betty Supple, Famous Framus)
News
Local
- Barbershop Podcast w The Shakers
Links: Shakers, More Shakers Stories, Video above courtesy of Barber Shop Podcast - Derek Miller and Ghost Town Orchestra Nominated for Indigenous Music Awards
World
- Archie will Be Meeting the Ramones in Upcoming Comic
- Passings: Eric Wrixon (Them, Thin Lizzy)
The Adventures of Trebleclef, the Hamilton Blues Lovers Monkey
Trebleclef went to the It's Your Festival @ Gage Park in Hamilton
While there, he met up with Maggie Ciere, musician and owner of HamiltonArtists.ca, a great place to buy music merch and get anything printed on anything!
Trebleclef also listened to Big Sugar
Our little monkey even got a chance to hang out with his stuffed peeps!
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- Luke Michielsen
- Sue Ramsay
- Betty Supple
Video above courtesy of Janice Lee
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- Pete Boraski
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- Shrimp Daddy
Sunday, July 19
Monday, July 20
- Reg Denis (Crackers)
Wednesday, July 22
Thursday, July 23
- Dave Battrick
- Glen Brown (Hamilton Musician Magazine)
- Lou (Hamilton Blues Lovers)
Featured Video
Links: Famous Framus, More Famous Framus Stories Video above courtesy of Paul Botos
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Thursday, May 1, 2014
News Roundup (Famous Framus, Barbarosa, Matt Storch)
Matt Storch's birthday on Sunday, May 5
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Local
- Barber Shop Podcast w Famous Framus
Links: Famous Framus, More Famous Framus Stories, Video above courtesy of Barber Shop Podcast
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Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Famous Framus YouTube Videos
All videos courtesy of Paul Bottos
Blast From the Past: Famous Framus Band@Rebel's Rock
Links: Famous Framus, More Famous Framus Stories
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Blast From the Past: Famous Framus Band@Rebel's Rock
Links: Famous Framus, More Famous Framus Stories
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Wednesday, December 21, 2011
12 Videos of Christmas 2011: 5-8
Links: Dave Rave, More Dave Rave Stories, More Rick Andrew Stories, Download album on iTunes
Links: James Anthony, More James Anthony Stories, Download Album from iTunes
Links: Dan Medakovic, More Dan Medakovic Stories, Video courtesy of Dan Medakovic
Links: Famous Framus, More Famous Framus Stories, Video courtesy of Spankndakota
Click here for videos 1-4
Click here for videos 9-12
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Monday, May 2, 2011
New Famous Framus Band CD: On Mortal Love
This ain't your daddy's Blues!With On Mortal Love, the latest CD from the Famous Framus Band, the group unleashes and unique, edgy, powerful album.
It's a work of loud, rough, punk-like spirit that still manages to retain a traditional country/delta blues sound. Despite the rawness of it, the duo, which includes Famous Framus (vocals, guitar, banjo) and Dave Gould (drums, vocals) show off their great musical skills
It's not just fast numbers either. They also throw in some beautiful slower arrangements (Strange Dream, Girl With a Heart of Stone, Don't Throw Me Away) with a lot of emotion.
The disc is available at their dynamic live shows.
Below are a few live performances of songs from the disc
We'll be posting more from this show later.
Links: Famous Framus - More Famous Framus Stories
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Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Famous Framus & Dave Gould @ Rebel's Rock (March 20, 2010)
Click here if you can't see the videos
We apologize for the quality of the video - it's sounds rockin' though.
Links: Famous Framus - More Famous Framus Stories
We apologize for the quality of the video - it's sounds rockin' though.
Links: Famous Framus - More Famous Framus Stories
Monday, March 15, 2010
Blues News Bites (Famous Framus, Dan Achen, Groove Corporation)
Local
World
Funny/Weird Stuff
Famous Framus Playing Slide Guitar
Links: Famous Framus, More Famous Framus Stories
Groove Corporation at Nathan Phillips Square
- We Now Have Over 500 Videos on Our YouTube Page
- Dan Achen (RIP) stories: CBC, Band Release Demo Recordings As Tribute
World
Funny/Weird Stuff
- Humorous Article: 6 Albums That Were Thinly Veiled F-You's (warning, mature content)
- Guitar Related Comic Strip from Hi and Lois
- Guitar Related Comic Strip from Duplex
Famous Framus Playing Slide Guitar
Links: Famous Framus, More Famous Framus Stories
Groove Corporation at Nathan Phillips Square
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