Hamilton Blues Lovers

Thursday, May 17, 2012

Introducing the new Hamilton Blues Lovers Logo + T-Shirt Contest

After much consideration, it was time to have a proper logo for the Hamilton Blues Lovers. Check it out below!

Feel free to use these pictures as links on your own website/blog to help support the local scene.

We looked into having T-Shirts made and the cost would be too high. Instead, we welcome you to download the larger graphic (right click, then Save Picture As) and use it to make your own cool shirt. You can easily print off a decal using special kits you can get at any office supply store. For extra savings get the blank T-Shirt at a thrift store!

If you decide to create your own Hamilton Blues Lovers T-Shirt, please send us a pic of you modelling the shirt and we'll include it on our blog along with a link to any non-political/religious website you wish. This is a great way to get the word out about your band, business or favourite charity!

We reserve the right to refuse to post any pictures or links.

Have fun!

Click here for other ways you can support this site.

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

News Roundup (Donald Dunn, Jace Martin, Brad Soucie)

Local

Canada

Leonard Cohen accepts prize and donates award money

World

Funny Stuff

Blasts from the Past

Featured Videos

Links: Jace Martin, More Jace Martin Stories, Video courtesy of 22VeeTee

Links: Brad Soucie, More Brad Soucie Stories, Video courtesy of Brad Soucie

Aengus Finnan@Private Show (May 6, 2012) Part 2

Bonus videos courtesy of LightfootFan

Click here for Part 1

Click here for Aengus's site

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

City of Hamilton Arts Awards 2012 Winners

Hamilton's arts community was celebrated on May 14, 2012 when the Arts Awards were handed out at Mohawk College. A number of local performers were honoured as well as many other deserving artists from different fields.

In the music category, Classical guitarist Jeffrey McFadden won the Established Artist award, while flutist Sara Traficante received the Emerging Artist prize.

Also, local musicians Emma Rush (Established) and Christian Cowsill (Emerging) were honoured for their work in Arts Administration.

Congratulations to everyone! Great Work!

Click here for the full list of winners

Blast from the Bast: Christian Cowsill and Others@Pheasant Plucker

Aengus Finnan@Private Show (May 6, 2012) Part 1

More videos from this show to come . . .

Click here for Aengus's site

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

News Roundup (Aaron Goldstein, Daniel Lanois, Paul Langille)

Local

Paul Langille's First 2 CD Reissues available on iTunes: Life After December, Same Way . . . Different
View story on Steve Strongman

Canada

World

Funny Stuff

Superhero Blues cartoon

Blasts from the Past

Nonie Crete YouTube Videos

Above three videos courtesy of StilettoRose

Above two videos courtesy of Alimarin

Link: Nonie Crete, More Nonie Crete Stories

Tuesday, May 8, 2012

New Sarah Beatty CD: Black Gramophone

ocal singer/songwriter Sarah Beatty's new CD, Black Gramophone, is a spectacular mix of old fashioned folk/country blues with modern touches.

You can tell that this disc was recorded live off the floor. There's an acoustic, warm, organic feel as you hear Sarah's expressive voice and her great guitar work.

Actually, the CD is basically a solo showcase for the lady's talent with only Gary White brandishing his guitar for the final track.

This new collection will be available May 24, 2012. It can be purchased or downloaded at her web site. You may also pick it up at any of her upcoming live shows.

Below is a video from the CD.

Links: Sarah Beatty, More Sarah Beatty Stories