Happy National Drumming Day! Videos by Adam Bowman

Links: Joni Nehrita, More Joni NehRita Stories

Links: Jason Raso, More Jason Raso Stories

Adam Bowman, More Adam Bowman Stories, Videos above courtesy of Adam Bowman

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News Roundup (Caroline Wiles, Raso and Bowman, Gunter Ott, Merle Haggard Passes)

Country Legend Merle Haggard Passes

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News

Local

• Barber Shop Podcast w Caroline Wiles
  
  
  
  Links: Caroline Wiles, More Caroline Wiles Stories,  Video above courtesy of Barber Shop Podcast
  
• Video: Satellite Session w Jason Raso and Adam Bowman
  
  
  
  Links: Jason Raso, More Jason Raso Stories, Adam Bowman, More Adam Bowman Stories, Video above courtesy of Jason Raso Music
  
  
• New albums: Dan Walsh's JJ Cale Tribute
• Walk Off The Earth Win Juno
• Harrison Kennedy and Whitehorse Win Junos 

Canada

• Talkin' Blues Podcast w Gary Craig

World

• Passings: Merle Haggard, Joe Marillo, Andy Thunderclap Newman
• New BluesMobile App from Dan Aykroyd

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The Adventures of Trebleclef, the Hamilton Blues Lovers Monkey

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Birthdays

Thu Apr 7

• Howard Elliott (Hammer Daddies)
• Dave Huber
• Meauxx Wilson

Fri Apr 8

• Kristin Archer (I Heart Hamilton)
• Lena Montecalvo (Caretakers)
• Gunter Ott
  
  
  
  Links: More Gunter Ott Stories, Video above courtesy of Jeff Duke
  

Sat Apr 9

• Jesse Webber (Crazy Diamonds)

Sun Apr 10

• Sarah Burton
• Al Lerman (Fathead)

Mon Apr 11

• Jay Aymar

Tue Apr 12

• Brad Cheeseman

Thu Apr 14

• Alec Fraser
• Danny Boy Squire

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Guelph Soul Sensation Joni NehRita is a Genre-Blending Master on Her New Album!

You can't pin down Guelph soul sensation Joni Nehrita on her latest album, Bloom (through Chanter Records).  This lady's a genre -blending master.  Both old fashioned and modern soul sounds flow together, peppered with jazz, rock, reggae and much more.

Her breathtaking voice ably handles everything with style and class.  You'll never know what's coming next but you're guaranteed to be impressed and moved!

This amazing sound is also courtesy of her superb back up band (Thomas Hammerton (keys), Tyler Wagler (bass), Adam Bowman (drums) and Nick Zubeck (guitar).  Other incredible guests in include Chris Rouse (keys), Attiila Toth (bass), Alison Young (sax) and Ryan Boisselle (guitar).

So if you're in the mood for something  unpredictable and fun, you can purchase the album via her online store or cdbaby.  It can also be downloaded through iTunes and eMusic.

Links: Joni Nehrita, More Joni NehRita Stories, Videos above courtesy of JoniNehRita-Topic, More Releases

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Guelph's Jason Raso Shows His Bass Mastery on 'Man of 40 Faces'

Guelph bassist Jason Raso is a man who has beautifully mastered his instrument.  You need to look no further than his latest album, Man of 40 Faces.  This mostly solo, instrumental recording will marvel you with just how much musical texture one bass can handle.

Each song has it's own special mood.  Cinematic, classical, bluesy, jazzy and all stylistic points in between are handled exceptionally well.

Jason is joined on a few tracks by fellow bassist Alain Caron, trombonist Wycliffe Gordon and vibraphonist Francesco Pinetti.  They match his amazing dexterity with their instruments.

So go ahead and pick up a CD though his live shows or his online shop,  It can also be downloaded via that same shop or using iTunes.



Video above courtesy of Jason Raso

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EXTRA MINI-REVIEWS!

Some albums escape our radar, so occasionally we'll be catching up with some mini-reviews!

In 2013, his Jason Raso Quartet released Slingshot, a funky, swinging, good time collection of instrumental wizardry.    Joined by Thomas Hammerton (keys), Adam Bowman (drums) and Brent Rowan (sax), Jason and the gang know how to groove.  It's available as a CD or download at his online shop.  A digital version is available at iTunes as well.

Video above courtesy of Jason Raso

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Jason unleashed his album Red Arrow in 2011.  With the help of Tony Monaco (B3 Organ), Richard Underhill of the Shuffle Demons (sax), Ted Warren (drums) and Francesco Pinetti (vibraphone) the bassist created an amazing mix of slinky, smooth, jazzy and bluesy instrumentals.  You can purchase it through his online shop, cdbaby, eMusic, or iTunes.



Video above courtesy of Jason Raso

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Links: Jason Raso, More Jason Raso Stories, More Releases

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Guelph's Jane Lewis Releases a Perfect Pop-Folk CD: Stay With Me

Guelph singer/songwriter Jane Lewis has a perfect gem on her hands with her latest album, Stay With Me.  This mainly piano-driven disc is filled with stunning musical moments.  Her gorgeous voice and elegant lyrics supply many of those.

Though primarily a folk-pop recording, Jane and her friends pepper the album with primal funky rhythms, soul and blues.  For proof, check out the stunning jazzy cover of the Beatles' Come Together and the reggae feel of Evening Come!

Her backup group includes Gathering Sparks bandmates Sam Turton (guitar) and Eve Goldberg (harmony vocals) along with Jesse Turton (bass) and Adam Bowman (drums). Special guests include Jason Fowler, Doug Wilde, Katherine Wheatley, Tannis Slimmon, Linda McLean, and the Levy Sisters.

You can pick up a physical CD from Jane's live shows or her website.  It can also be downloaded through cdbaby and iTunes.



Video above courtesy of Jane Lewis



Video above courtesy of MaySound1

Blast from the Past: Gathering Sparks Debut EP 

Links: Jane Lewis, More Jane Lewis Stories, More Releases

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