BluesSource Entertainment Presents Andre Bisson: A Blues Salute to the Beatles This Saturday!

It will be an unforgettable night on Saturday, December 3rd when Andre Bisson and his amazing band hit the stage at the Spice Factory in Hamilton (courtesy of our friends at BluesSource Entertainment! The evening will be filled with Blues covers of classic Beatles songs.  Andre and the gang played at a Beatles festival in Liverpool itself a while back so you know they really know how to rock the Fab Four tunes!.

Check out some of their amazing Beatles covers.

Blast from the Past: Andre Bisson's Amazing Covers CD

Links: Andre Bisson, More Andre Bisson stories, Videos above courtesy of Andre Bisson, Beatles, More Beatles Covers/Stories

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The Hamilton Blues Lovers Turns 8 Years Old Today!

A word from Lou, our blogger:

It's been eight years since I first posted an ad online about a new organisation called the Hamilton Blues Lovers. Originally only a social group, it later evolved into a web and social media presence (Blog, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, weekly e-mail newsletter and more).

This year has been wonderful.  There was the usual incredible local music. Not only did we add a new Instagram page but our mascot Trebleclef got his own Facebook page too!

I'm looking forward to many more years of covering our amazing local music scene!

Before I go, I'd like to say a special thank you to my wife Linda for all of her support.  I LOVE YOU SWEETIE!

Links: Beatles, More Beatles Stories, Video above courtesy of LeMusicFox

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Hamilton's Smoke Wagon Blues Band Show Talent and Versatility on New CD!

Hamilton group, The Smoke Wagon Blues Band is offerin' up another slice of boogie heaven with Cigar Store, their freshest album.  These kings of good time Blues are back and ready to party!

This CD also marks the incredible band's 20th anniversary and what better way to celebrate than unleashing some amazing new music! Their talent and versatility are evident as they pepper jazz, soul, funk, county and even some classic rock style organ throughout the recording. No wonder they've lasted over two decades!

So go ahead and celebrate with them by picking up a CD at their live shows or downloading it via iTunes or eMusic!



Blast from the Past: SWBB's Previous Live Album

Links: Smoke Wagon Blues Band, More Smoke Wagon Blues Band Stories, More Releases, Video above courtesy of Corey Lueck

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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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Blues Toon from Hi and Lois

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News

Local

• Barber Shop Podcast w Bill Majoros ft Steve Eggers
  
  
  
  Links: Bill Majoros, Steve Eggers, Video above courtesy of Barber Shop Podcast
  
  
• Lori Yates to Receive Cashbox Canada Legacy Award
• New Live Albums: Jesse Parent and the Pines, Trickbag

Canada

• JW Jones Hits Billboard Blues Charts
• Passings: Bob Walsh
  
  
  
  Links: Bob Walsh, Video above courtesy of Patrick Lebrasseur
  

World

• UK Americana Award Nominations
• Passings: Sharon Jones (Dap Kings), Jer Bulsara (Freddie Mercury's Mom)

  

Links: Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings, Video above courtesy of pieroangelo2

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2016 CHCH Business Excellence Awards (Music Related Winners Below)

• Gold
• Silver
• Bronze

Live Entertainment Facility

• Ohsweken Speedway
• Live On Queen With David Green
• Theatre Aquarius

Music School

• Hamilton School of Music
• Studio E 
• Quality Piano Lessons Music Studio

Radio Station

• 102.9 K-Lite
• KX 94.7
• Boom 97.3

Festival

• Concession Streetfest
• Dundas Cactus Festival
• Hamilton Fringe Festival

Musical Instrument Store

• Long and McQuade
• Picks and Sticks

Record/CD Store

• Dr. Disc
• Stardust Records

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The Adventures of Trebleclef, the Hamilton Blues Lovers Monkey

Trebleclef had an amazing time at the Trickbag CD Release at This Ain't Hollywood! There were tons of amazing guests!

Click here for more photos from the event!

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Hamilton's Trickbag Show Off Their Impressive Chops on New Live Album!

There's nothing quite like a Trickbag show: amazing music, a fun atmosphere and tons of fabulous songs. The veteran Hamilton band have unleashed North End Ramble, a new live album that shows off their impressive musical chops. It's the next best thing to seeing them in person!

Recorded at This Ain't Hollywood, this is also their first recording to feature two new additions: Steve Beach on vocals and keys plus Rick Miles on bass (actualy, he's the band's original bassist returning after a long hiatus). Both mesh extremely well with the other members.

The reinvigorated group charge through explosive covers of the Band, Irma Thomas, Keb Mo', The Staple Singers, the legendary Hamiltonion King Biscuit Boy and more. Another interesting feature is an amazing, original instrumental number, Walk the Talk.

So if you need some musical oomph in your life, pick up the CD at their incredible live show or get it at Urban Hamilton  Artists and other locations across Hamilton.



Blast from the Past: More Trickbag Videos

Links: Trickbag, More Trickbag Stories, More Releases, Video above courtesy of Hamilton B Lous

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Videos: Josh Miller, Matt Weidinger, Joel Johnson, Rob Cutting

The Coachmen (ft Chris Wheeler, Colin Lapsley and Dave King) are back in action at the Coach and Lantern Pub in Ancaster! They host a wonderful Saturday Blues matinee (2:30pm) with amazing guests!

Here are a few upcoming guests.

November 26, 2016: Josh Miller (from the Pappy Johns Band)



Links: Pappy Johns Band, More Pappy Johns Band Stories, Video above courtesy of Six Arrows Media

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December 3, 2016: Matt Weidinger



Links: Matt Weidinger, More Matt Weidinger Stories, Video above courtesy of Andrea Cassis

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December 10, 2016: Joel Johnson



Links: Joel Johnson, More Joel Johnson Stories, Video above courtesy of Andrea Cassis

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Here's a bonus video of the Coachmen with Rob Cutting



Video above courtesy of Andrea Cassis

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CONGRATS! Hamilton's Lori Yates to Receive Cashbox Canada Legacy Award

Hamilton's Alt-Country Queen, Lori Yates will soon be honoured by online magazine, Cashbox Canada. On December 10, 2016, she'll be awarded their prestigious Legacy Award.  According to the webiste: "The honour is awarded to a Canadian music personality who has paved roads and through dedication and hard work earned a spot in Canadian music history".

When approached for comment, Lori said, "It's a great honour to be acknowledged and given the Cashbox Canada Legacy award. I knew I wanted to be a singer since I was 8 years old and I'm so lucky to have been able to follow my dreams."

CONGRATS LORI! It's well-deserved.

Links: Lori Yates, More Lori Yates Stories, Video above courtesy of Lori Yates

Past winners of the accolade include Bobby Curtola, Robbie Lane, Fred Ramsperger and Danny Marks.

Click here for the Cashbox Canada Story.

Blast from the Past: Lori's Latest CD

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Kitchener's Jesse Parent and the Pines Release Plush and Passionate Live Album!

Live at the Schoolhouse Theatre, the latest release from Kitchener's Jesse Parent and the Pines, documents quite a beautiful,  live show.  Listeners will be impressed with the plush acoustic sound and amazing songcraft.

Jesse's voice and acoustic guitar reverberate with passion and vitality.  The rest of the band backs him up with spectacular musical skill, lush harmonies and energy.  They're at home with Folk, Soul, Blues, Americana and more.

This top notch band includes Matt McLeod (bass), Chad Davis (drums), Nick Barkley (keys), Steve Wood (pedal steel), Lynn Jackson (vocals) and  Emily Barkley (vocals).

CD's are available at Jesse's impressive live shows, his online shop and cdbaby.



Blast from the Past: Jesse's Previous Album

Links: Jesse Parent, More Jesse Parent Stories, More Releases, Video above courtesy of Jesse Parent

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News Roundup (Leonard Cohen, Skylark, Beatles Trivia Video, Passings)

Leonard Cohen Passes

Links: Leonard Cohen, More Leonard Cohen Stories, Video above courtesy of LeonardCohenVevo

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News

Local

• New Mark Crissinger Album

Canada

• Rush to Be Honoured for Humanitarian Deeds
• Steve Edge to receive Unsung Hero Award at Canadian Folk Awards
• Passings: Leonard Cohen, Doug Edwards (Chilliwack, Skylark, co-writer of 'Wildflower)
  
  
  
  Links: Skylark, Video above courtesy of Paulo Roberto
  

World

• Passings: Leon Russell, Mose Allison
• Mental Floss Video: 28 Things You Didn't Know About the Beatles
  
  
  
  Links: Beatles, More Beatles Stories, Video above courtesy of Mental Floss

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The Adventures of Trebleclef, the Hamilton Blues Lovers Monkey

Trebleclef is resting up.  More next week!

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