Skydragon Haiti Fundraiser - January 30, 2010

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Links: Christopher Clause - More Christopher Clause Stories

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Link: Subterraneans (Jay's Band)

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Links: Fat Cats - More Fat Cat Stories

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Hamilton is Home to House of Blues Radio Network

" I couldn't find a great Blues station...so I started my own," said Trickbag bassist Michael Hickey on his Facebook page. The result was the incredible WHOB (The House of Blues Radio Network), an online destination that plays classic, modern, and local Blues music.

According to Michael, the online station started out as just a bit of fun but once the audience grew, he decided to add Live shows on Wednesday and Saturday.

"Our dedicated DJs and WHOB Research Staff search the world over for the finest in Blues music and bring it to you 24/7 " it says on the stations web site.

So if you're on the 'Net and need a musical pick me up, check it out.

Blues News Bites (Ginger St. James, Lee Harvey Osmond, Grammys)

Local

• Ginger St. James Blog post
• View Magazine Interview: Jacob Moon
• Lee Harvey Osmond on NPR

World

• Ticketmaster/Live Nation Merger Approved
• Podcasts: Nothing But the Blues #72, Roadhouse #257,  Roadhouse #258, SA Blues #111
• 30th Blues Music Award DVD available (Taj Mahal, BB King, Maria Muldaur, more)
• Stars Celebrate Neil Young
• Blues Grammy Award Winners

Featured Videos

New Lee Harvey Osmond Video Starring Tim Gibbons


Blind Mule in Thunder Bay




Links: Ginger St. James, More Ginger St. James Stories

And the Award Goes To . . .

The votes are in and the people have spoken . . . .

ANDRE BISSON had the best CD of 2009. His album, Rhythm and Blues Experience, won the hearts of our readers.

Congratulations Andre on winning our first annual Hamilton Blues Lovers Best CD award.

Thank you to everyone who voted.

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Links: His Site - More Andre Bisson stories

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Haiti Fundraiser @ Lincoln Alexander Centre (Jan 24, 2010) Part 3

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Links: Caretakers - More Lena Montecalvo Stories

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Links: Hammertones - More Hammertones Stories

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Links: Sophia Perlman - Adrean Farrugia

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Link: Andrea Henry

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Links: Mississippi Kings - More Mississippi Kings Stories

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Haiti Fundraiser @ Lincoln Alexander Centre (Jan 24, 2010) Part 2

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More to come . . .

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Left to right: Mike Blackborow, Barry Mac, Lena Montecalvo, Spider Costello (drums), Pete Sisk - More Spider Costello Stories - More Lena Montecalvo Stories - More Pete Sisk Stories

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Links: Christopher Clause - More Christopher Clause Stories - Spider Costello - More Spider Costello Stories

Haiti Fundraiser @ Lincoln Alexander Centre (Jan. 24, 2010) Part 1

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Links: Harlan Pepper - More Harlan Pepper Stories
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Link: Smalltown Get Up

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Left to right: Michael Birthelmer, Lori Yates, John Johnson, Jude Johnson, Randall Hill. More Michael Birthelmer Stories - More Jude Johnson Stories

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Performer of the Week: Brett Brohman

Brett Brohman is a name many of you aren't familiar with but his music is definitely worth checking out.

His web presence currently consists of a YouTube page with 11 amazingly eclectic videos. Brett plays everything from old fashioned blues numbes, funky pop, R&B, and everything in between.

Both his incredible voice and versatile guitar playing change to fit the mood of the song.




More Brett Brohman Stories

Haiti Fundraiser @ Lincoln Alexander Centre (Jan. 23, 2010)

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There will be more performers at the Lincoln Alexander Centre today. Please come by and help support the cause.

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Links: Kim Koren - More Kim Koren Stories - Frank Koren - More Frank Koren Stories

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Links: Christopher Charles - More Christopher Charles Stories

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Haiti Fundraiser @ Corktown (Jan 21, 2010) Part 2

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Links: Chris and Christa - More Chris and Christa Stories

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Links: Andre and the J-Tones - More Andre and the J-Tones Stories
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Blues News Bites (Valerie Beaulieu, Kim Koren, more)

Local

• Jacob Moon Winter Newsletter

Canada

• Paul Quarrington passes
• Folk Icon Kate McGarrigle Passes
• Maclean's Story Written by and About Dan Hill
• Photos from the Maple Blues Awards

World

• Roy Orbison to Get Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
• Jeff Beck to Release First Studio CD in 7 years
• Nothing Bit the Blues Podcast # 71
• Winners of the 2010 International Blues Challenge

Funny/Weird Stuff

• 2 Blues Related Cartoons from the Barn Comic Strip: Day 1, Day 2

Featured Videos

Valerie Beaulieu and Chad Pilon at the Corktown


Kim Koren Song/Video for Haiti

Haiti Fundraiser @ Corktown (Jan. 21, 2010) Part 1

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Links: Chris and Christa - More Chris and Christa Stories

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Links: Jamila B

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Links: Justin Sawicki - More Justin Sawicki Stories

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Links: Andre and the J-Tones - More Andre and the J-Tones Stories
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2010 Maple Blues Award Winners

A number of local musicians were nominated for a Maple Blues Award but unfortunately, none of them walked away with a prize. You are all winners to us!

The awards were handed out January 18, 2010 at Koerner Hall in Toronto.

The big winners that night were Ottawa's Monkey Junk (5 awards) and Chris Whitely (3 awards).

Here are the winners:

Entertainer Of The Year
Monkey Junk

Electric Act Of The Year
Monkey Junk

Acoustic Act Of The Year
Harry Manx

Male Vocalist Of The Year
Steve Marriner (Monkey Junk)

Female Vocalist Of The Year
Suzie Vinnick

New Artist/Group Of The Year
Blackburn

BB King International Artist Of The Year
Taj Mahal

Recording Of The Year
Jeff Healey: Songs From The Road

Blues With A Feeling Award (Lifetime Achievement Award)
Chris Whiteley

Guitarist Of The Year
Tony D (Monkey Junk)

Harmonica Player Of The Year
Steve Marriner (Monkey Junk)

Piano/Keyboard Player Of The Year
Michael Fonfara (Downchild, Maple Blues Revue)

Horn Player Of The Year
Chris Whiteley (Maple Blues Revue)

Drummer Of The Year
Bucky Berger (Fathead)

Bassist Of The Year
Alec Fraser (Broken Joe, Jeff Healey)

Songwriter Of The Year
Chris Whiteley & Diana Braithwaite

Performer of the Week: Shelley Adams

Get ready to hear more about talented Hamilton Singer/Songwriter Shelley Adams. According to her MySpace page, she's putting the finishing touches on a new album.

Her pop/folk sound will also be showcased on a few upcoming performances next month, as well. On February 4, 2010 at the Casbah, she'll be part of the Women Who Rule the Men show. Then, on February 25, 2010, her band, The Shelley Adams Union will be performing at the Heart of the Hammer Cafe.

She has been compared to Tori Amos and Sarah Harmer but her amazing, haunting voice has a style all its own. Shelley can hold her own against any of her folky compatriots.

Links: MySpace - Facebook - YouTube

Eddie's Club Blues @ Lionshead Pub (Jan 16, 2010)

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Links: Eddie's Club Blues Site - More Eddie's Club Blues Stories

Dave Pomfret and Friends @ Artword Artbar (Jan. 17, 2010)

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Left to right: Judith Sandiford (Autoharp), Dave Pomfret (Guitar), Ken Steffler (guitar, back to the camera), Ronald Weihs (guitar, vocals), Larry Pascal (guitar)

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Links: Check Out Dave's Great Canadian Salsa! - More Dave Pomfret Stories - More Karen Johnson Stories

Stingrays @ Coach and Lantern (January 16, 2010)

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Links: Stingrays - More Stingrays Stories

Blues News Bites (Sons of the Hammer, Harrison Kennedy, Passings)

World

• Passings: Teddy Pendergrass, Bobby Charles (writer of "Walking to New Orleans" & "See You Later Alligator"), Sandra Wright, Mick Green (Pirates)
• Joe Bonamassa, Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple), Jason Bonham Form Supergroup Black Country
• Murphy's Saloon Blues Podcast # 173 (they play an Andre Bisson song)
• Jeff Beck and Rod Stewart May be Working Together Again
• Clapton and Paul Simon to join Yoko's Plastic Ono Band for Feb. concert
• New Remake of Beatles' Yellow Submarine Movie
• New Ringo Starr CD

Featured Videos

Sons of the Hammer, Sonny Del Rio, Bob Lanois Tribute to Jackie Washington


Harrison Kennedy Video Profile at Roots Music Canada

New Jack De Keyzer Live CD: The Corktown Sessions

Local Blues superstar, Jack De Keyzer has released an impressive recorded-in-Hamilton live CD. "The Corktown Sessions" was recorded at the popular live venue on May 1, 2009.

Jack performs a number of his greatest tunes (Blues Thing, Engine Trouble, King of the Blues) and some choice covers (Signed Sealed Delivered, Hold On I'm Coming, Rock This House, and More)

Both Jack's stunning guitar work and incredible voice are in full display here. Funk, soul, boogie and good old fashioned Rockin' Blues are.

All throughout the performance, his first-class band matched De Keyzer's energy and skill - Alan Duffy (bass), Hamilton's Danny Lockwood (drums), David McMorrow aka Groove Doctor (keys)

This amazing CD is available at his shows and through Indiepool.com.

Links: Jack de Keyzer, More Jack De Keyzer Stories

Blues News Bites (HMV, Drinking Songs, Local Videos)

Canada

• New HMV digital download store

World

• Elvin Bishop Releases Limited Edition CD to Help His Mentor, Little Smokey Smothers
• Buddy Guy and Al Green producer Willie Mitchel passes 

Funny/Weird Stuff

• Barstool Mountain's Top 100 Drinking Songs

Videos 

905 Band At Canal Days


Dave Pomfret Live at INDI 101


Ben Somer at Bluemoon Lounge


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Performer of the Week: Wayne Janus

Wayne Janus divides his time between various spots in Canada but he's a local boy at heart.

He's performed at clubs and festivals all over Canada and the US since the 90's. One amazing addition to his resume is the ten-year stint as the lead guitarist for the legendary George “Wild Child” Butler, who said he was the meanest blues guitarist he ever heard.

This incredible singer/songwriter has three CD's to his name - each with its own special flavour: Rockin' Blues (OMP), Swamp Blues (All Access Blues), and Folk/Jazz/Rock Fusion (September Moon)

No matter what style he's playing, Wayne bring energy and musicianship. He can make the guitar scream, wail and soothe. His amazing voice can also adapt to many styles.

According to his MySpace Page, he's currently producing a new disc for 2010. It'll be interesting to see which direction he goes on.

Links: MySpace - CD Baby - YouTube

New Jerry Johnson CD: Right Now

The new year has gotten off to a rockin' start with the release of the new Jerry Johnson CD, Right Now.

The disc continues the Texas-style, psychedelic, hard rockin' sound from his previous CD, Show Some Action. Jerry has also reunited the same amazing team from that earlier album: Rob "Lord Bubba" Brown on bass and Teenage Head's Jack Pedler on drums.

The music is funky, groovy, and LOUD! It'll make ya boogie but it'll shake your house!

If your ears are up to the challenge (don't worry, there are a few quiet moments), the disc is available at his shows.

Below are a few videos from his Donnely's Pub performance on January 9, 2010. All songs are from the new CD. Click here if you can't see them.









Links: Jerry Johnson , More Jerry Johnson Stories

Hammer Daddies & Andrew Hill @ Galley Pump (Jan 9, 2010)

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Chess Brothers @ Buddy's Roadhouse (Jan 8, 2010)

The Chess Brothers are Larry Fuedo (guitar) and Les Smith (Harmonica, vocals) from Trickbag with James Anthony (guitar, vocals)







Links: James Anthony - Trickbag - Les Smith

More stories: James Anthony - Trickbag - Les Smith

Blues News Bites (Smoke Wagon, Podcasts, X-Mas)

Local

• Lee Harvey Osmond is #3 in No Depression Magazine's best of 2009
• Melissa McClelland in Galaxie Folk Roots Top 40 Canadian Spins of 2009
• Tom Wilson is CHCanada.com's Creator of the Year
• Tapestry Bistro will be shut down as of January 2010

Canada

• Newfoundland Bluegrass legend Rex Yetman passes
• Neil Young and Burton Cummings awarded Order of Canada

 World

• Nothing But the Blues podcast #68
• Roadhouse Podcast #254
• Janis Joplin guitarist James Gurley passes 
• John Lennon's Walk of Fame Star Disappears
• New Book on Texas Blues 
• What Makes a Good Blues Name 
• Tim Hart of Steeleye Span passes 

Videos



Links: Smoke Wagon Blues Band, More Smoke Wagon Blues Band Stories

John Lee Hooker: Blues for Christmas video



Hilarious music videos set to Charlie Brown cartoons

Perfomer of the Week: Burnin' Ethyl

We're gonna have a rockin' start to the year as we announce the great Burnin' Ethyl as the first Performer of the Week for 2010.

Burnin' Ethyl are masters of butt-shakin' boogie. Their catchy tunes mix rockabilly, pop, roots rock and a bit of country. These talented lads have also backed up the wonderful Ginger St. James on occasion.

This Friday, they'll be invading Waltz at 9 pm. So if you have any party power left over from New Years, this would be a great show to spend it.

Links: MySpace - Facebook