Rock the Winter Blues Away in Hamilton and Support Camp Ooch (Godboogie, Jerry Johnson, Frank Cosentino, Steve Negus)

Need a break from the winter blahs? On Friday, February 17 you can rock those Blues away at the Bay City Music Hall in Hamilton. Jerome Godboo will host a night of amazing music featuring his band Godboogie (it's also their CD release), the Jerry Johnson Band, Frank Cosentino, Steve Negus (ex Saga) and more.

Not only will you enjoy all this for only $15, but all proceeds go towards Camp Oochigeas (Camp Ooch for short). They give wonderful camping experiences to children with cancer.

Here are a few spectacular video from the participants.



Links: Jerome Godboo, More Jerome Godboo Stories, Video above courtesy of rockynashfilms



Links: Jerry Johnson, More Jerry Johnson Stories, Video above courtesy of  tambourini



Links: Frank Cosentino, More Frank Cosentino Stories, Video above courtesy of Angelo NotoCampanella



Links: Steve Negus, More Steve Negus Stories, Video above courtesy of drumgod52

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Burlington's Jerry Johnson Impresses With 'Listen to That Howlin' Wind'

No one can make a guitar sing like Burlington axe-slinger Jerry Johnson.  His newest CD, Listen to That Howlin' Wind shows him at his best.  Whether it's loud, hard rockin' numbers or slow, elegant tunes, Jerry proves he's a talented, creative pro!

His vocals punctuate songs wonderfully.  There are also quite a few impressive instrumentals that showcase different facets of his skill.  The man can handle, funk, soul and catchy rhythms.

Jerry's backed up by the legendary Steve Negus of Saga on drums and Garvey Crescent on bass.  They add amazing flourishes to these incredible tracks.

If you'd like a copy of this masterful CD, go to one of his incendiary live shows or drop him an email.



Blast from the Past: Jerry's CD - Barber's Chair

Links: Jerry Johnson, More Jerry Johnson Stories, More Releases, Video above courtesy of Tambourini

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New Jerry Johnson CD: Barber's Chair

Funk, Blues and Soul are the order of the day for Jerry Johnson's latest release Barber's Chair.  The local axeman is definitely a virtuoso on the guitar and his impressive skills are on display throughout the Hamilton Music Award nominated 5-track CD.

It starts and ends with fiery guitars from the title track and the closer, Mr. Blues.  In between there's the uptempo What Do I Think About Me Now, the beautiful In My Dreams featuring guest vocalist Darcy Feaver, and the emotional Life Before You.

Multi-instrumentalist Steve Negus of Saga fame also adds some amazing touches to this disc.

You can pick up the CD at any of Jerry's earth shaking live shows or you can download it (or get a CD Rip) at cdbaby.

Click here if you can't see the video below.



Blast from the Past: Jerry Johnson CD-Right Now

Links: Jerry Johnson, More Jerry Johnson Stories, More CD Releases

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News Roundup (Danny Buzanko, Sean le Sage, Podcasts)

Local

• Kevin Barber Shop Podcast w/Steve Negus
• Cactus Fest in limbo as debate continues
• Work Begins for Niagara Music Awards
• Hamilton's Monster Truck wins Radio Music Award
• Loud City Podcast # 6
• Hamilton Musician article on JP Riemens

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Canada 

• 2013 Indie Award Winners

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World

• Podcasts: Blues N da Blood 162, Nothing Bit the Blues 234, 235, 236, SA Blues 181

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Blasts From the Past

• 2009: Performer of the Week: Paul Coombs
• 2010: Blues News Bites (Leonard Cohen, John M Crawford, Hailey Gillis)
• 2011: Sarah Harmer - iTunes Sessions EP
• 2012: Judi Rideout@Moonshine Cafe

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Featured Videos 



Links: Overplayers (Danny's band), More Overplayers Stories, Video courtesy of Danny Buzanko



Links: Sean Le Sage, More Sean Le Sage stories, Video courtesy of Homegrown Hamilton
 

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New Yitka CD: Diplomatic Dream

Diplomatic Dream, the latest CD by local singer/songwriter Yitka, is definitely well-named. A global theme is certainly prevalent throughout the disc.

Yitka's accent (she immigrated from the Czech Republic) adds an international flavour to all the songs. On top of that, she includes Latin sounds (To Mexico, Maria), some reggae (the title track), and much more. This is all while adding a wonderful pop/rock/folk feel. To finish things off, there's also a cover of Marianne Faithfull's Broken English

Many talented musicians worked with Yitka to create this amazing disc: Peter Sisk, Ray Poirier, Sandi Stirling, Joe Mavety, Steve Negus, and Danny Z (also producer and engineer).

The CD is available at her live shows and can be ordered though CDbaby, as either a CD or download. You can also get it on iTunes.

See below for live performances of songs from the album.