News Roundup 2 (Paul Reddick, Funny Stuff, Rock Hall of Fame, Charts)

There was a lot of news over the holiday break so we'll be doing the News Roundup in parts this week. Click here for Part 1.

Funny Stuff

From Reader's Digest

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News

Canada

• Margo Timmins (Cowboy Junkies) to receive Order of Ontario
• Blues Tribe Video Podcast w Paul Reddick
  
  
  
  
  Links: Paul Reddick, More Paul Reddick Stories, Video above courtesy of the The Blues Tribe
  
  
• Talkin' Blues Podcasts: Bucky Berger (Fathead drummer), Alec Fraser
• Billboard Ranks Canada's Top of 2016
• Top 10 Canadian Country Music Songs Played on the Radio
• Shock Jock Scruff Connors passes

World

• Company that runs Classic Rock, Metal Hammer and other magazines closes.
• Journey Wins Rock Hall of Fame Vote
• 2017 Rock Hall of Fame Inductees
• Passings: Allam Williams (Beatles' 1st manager), Bob Coburn (Rockline Host), Bob Krasnow (Elektra Chairman and Rock Hall of Fame Founder)
• Americana Radio's Top of 2016
• Bizarre Holiday Albums
• Video: Comedian Demetri Martin shows how to market a band
  
  
  
  Links: Demitri Martin, Video above courtesy of Hamilton B. Lous
  

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Hamilton's Jack de Keyzer Rocks on Newest Harmonica Shah CD

Hamilton guitar master Jack de Keyzer has one again added  his substantial axe skills to another explosive album from Detroit Bluesman Harmonica Shah.  If You Live to Get Old, You Will Understand (from Electro-Fi) is a punchy, old-fashioned, red-blooded recording that'll get your juices flowing.

Shah and Jack are joined by Canadian veterans Julian Fauth, Alec Fraser (who also co-produced) and Bucky Berger (Fathead).  Their work flavors the songs with soulful grooves, infectious riffs and energetic guitar.

The recording is replete with gritty vocals, amazing harmonica work and an every-man's spirit.  Its sound is as authentic and timeless as it gets.  Shah's voice and delivery just exudes the Blues.

You can purchase this incredible CD through the Electro-Fi's online shop.  It can also be downloaded through iTunes and eMusic.







Blast from the Past: Jack on Shah's Havin' Nothin' Don't Bother Me

Links: Harmonica Shah, More Harmonica Shah Stories, Jack de Keyzer, More Jack de Keyzer Stories, More CD Releases, Videos above courtesy of #HarmonicaShah

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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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Videos: Al Lukas and the James Anthony Band@Black Swan (March 22, 2014)

The Band: Al Lukas (vocals, guitar), James Anthony (guitar), James Rasmussen (bass), Bucky Berger (drums)

Click here if you can't see the videos





More Ray Charles Covers/Stories





Blast from the Past: Al Lukas, James Anthony, Barry Mac and Mary Simon on Ensemble

Links: Al Lukas, More Al Lukas Stories, James Anthony, More James Anthony Stories

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New James Anthony CD: Some People Get It

Underneath the wonderfully retro cover of Burlington Bluesman James Anthony's latest CD, Some People Get It lies a great, vintage-style album.  Recorded analog to digital, it will take you back and rock you at the same time.

There's the classic boogie woogie of Who's Doing Who, to bop of Rockabilly Walk, the soulful tenderness of If You Love Me, the jazzy Date with the Blues and the acoustic stylings of Travelling in my Mind.  James and his co-horts do them all with class.

The veteran musician enlisted a great collection  of talented artists such as Les Smith (Trickbag), Bucky Berger, James Rasmussen, Bill Speer, Mike Doyle, Hailee Rose, Dan Munro and Bizzaro Donini.

You can pick up the CD at any of James's wonderful live shows.

Blast from the Past: James Anthony CD - On The Edge



Links: James Anthony, More James Anthony Stories, More Releases,  Video above courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers

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Jack de Keyzer on New Harmonica Shah CD: Havin' Nothin' Don't Bother Me

Detroit's Harmonica Shah has turned to a lot of amazing Canadian talent to back him up on his stunning CDs. Havin' Nothin' Don't Bother Me, the bluesman's current disc from Electro-Fi Records, is no exception.

Like before, Hamilton's own Jack de Keyzer unleashes his mighty axe in Shah's service.  They've teamed up before to create some top notch rockin' and the tradition continues here.

Along with that very successful pairing, Toronto musicians
Bucky Berger and  Alec Fraser add their mighty skills to the band.  Julian Fauth also offers up his piano know-how and vocals on two tracks.

Together, the gang make some good, old fashioned, soulful, rockin' boogie Blues.  This is as classic and timeless sounding as Blues can get.  You can't go wrong here!


This tremendous CD can be purchased through the Electro-Fi website or downloaded through eMusic and iTunes.



Video above courtesy of Electro-Fi



Video above courtesy of Pointblank Zero

Blast from the Past: De Keyzer on Shah's Live at the Cove

Links: Harmonica Shah, More Harmonica Shah Stories,  Jack de Keyzer, More Jack de Keyzer Stories, More CD Releases 

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Strongman, Kennedy, Chiarelli and de Keyzer Among 2011 Maple Blues Award Nominess

Congratulations to all of the local talent that was nominated for the Maple Blues Awards. Hamilton Blues legend, Harrison Kennedy and hometown girl, Rita Chiarelli (who won the lifetime achievement trophy last year) received 3 nods each. Also Jack de Keyzer and Steve Strongman are up for best guitarist.

The winners will be announced at a ceremony on January 16, 2012 at Koerner Hall in Toronto.

Good luck!

Below is a list of the nominees:

Entertainer Of The Year

• Jim Byrnes
• Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne
• Matt Andersen
• MonkeyJunk
• Shakura S'Aida

Electric Act Of The Year

• Bill Johnson
• David Gogo
• Keith Hallett & Garrett Mason
• MonkeyJunk
• Rita Chiarelli

Acoustic Act Of The Year

• Harrison Kennedy
• Harry Manx
• Matt Andersen
• Suzie Vinnick
• Tim Williams

Male Vocalist Of The Year

• Harrison Kennedy
• Jim Byrnes
• John Mays (Fathead)
• Matt Andersen
• Steve Marriner (MonkeyJunk)

Female Vocalist Of The Year

• Rita Chiarelli
• Robin Bank$
• Shakura S'Aida
• Suzie Vinnick
• Treasa Levasseur

New Artist Or Group Of The Year

• The 24th Street Wailers
• Douglas Watson R&B Revue
• Kat Danser
• Sabrina Weeks & Swing Cat Bounce
• Tim Vaughn

Recording Of The Year

• Suzie Vinnick - Me 'n' Mabel
• Rita Chiarelli - Music From The Big House
• Bill Johnson - Still Blue
• Harry Manx & Kevin Breit - Strictly Whatever
• MonkeyJunk - To Behold

Blues With A Feeling Award (Lifetime Achievement)

• Alec Fraser
• Danny Brooks
• Ellen McIlwaine
• Joe Murphy
• Ken Whiteley
• Michael Fonfara
• Paul James
• Stephen Barry
• Tom Lavin

B.B. King International Artist Of The Year

• Bettye LaVette
• Duke Robillard
• Greg Allman
• JJ Grey & Mofro
• Tedeschi Trucks Band

Guitar Player Of The Year

• David Gogo
• Garrett Mason
• Jack de Keyzer
• Kevin Breit
• Steve Strongman

Harmonica Player Of The Year

• Carlos del Junco
• David "Hurricane" Hoerl (The Twisters)
• David Rotundo
• Roly Platt
• Steve Marriner (MonkeyJunk)

Piano/Keyboard Player Of The Year

• Curley Bridges
• David Vest
• John Lee Sanders
• Julian Fauth
• Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne

Horn Player Of The Year

• Al Lerman (Fathead)
• Chris Murphy
• Chris Whiteley
• Pat Carey (Downchild)
• Neil Braithwaite (Blackburn)

Drummer Of The Year

• Al Cross (Jerome Godboo)
• Bucky Berger (Fathead)
• Geoff Arsenault (Morgan Davis)
• Matt Sobb (MonkeyJunk)
• Vince Maccarone (Johnny Max)

Bassist Of The Year

• Alan Duffy (Jack de Keyzer)
• Alec Fraser (Fraser/Daley)
• Gary Kendall (Downchild)
• Keith Picot (The Twisters)
• Omar Tunnoch (Fathead)

Songwriter Of The Year

• Bill Johnson
• Diteodoro/Marriner/Sobb (MonkeyJunk)
• Harrison Kennedy
• Harry Manx
• Suzie Vinnick