Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Michael Hogg and Mark Vanderheyden@Rolly Rockets (December 1, 2013)

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 The videos above were from the Hamilton Blues Lovers 5th Anniversary Jam. More to come . . .

Bonus video below courtesy of Graciela Delaney



Blast from the Past: Videos of Bo Basiuk and Michael Hogg@Pheasant Plucker

Links: More Michael Hogg Stories, Mark Vanderheyden, More Mark Vanderheyden stories
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Tuesday, February 25, 2014

New Jacob Moon Covers CD (with 2 original songs): Fascination

http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/jacobmoon11
Local singer/songwriter Jacob Moon has turned up the power on his latest CD, Fascination. Featuring nine amazing cover songs and two superb original tracks, this collection showcases his vast talents.

While most of the covers are in more of a progressive rock vein, Jacob manages to still keep them to more of a singer/songwriter vibe.  It's a perfect mix of the two styles.


Jacob puts a unique stamp on songs by Radiohead, Yes, Keane, Tom Waits, Peter Gabriel, Marillon and Rush.  The latter two band have actually given kudos to Jacob for his versions of their songs.

As for the two original numbers, Is That All You Got and Revelation, they hold up really well next to the classic tunes.  Both are infectious and energetic.

You can purchase the disc through Jacob's online shop and cdbaby.  It can be downloaded using iTunes or cdbaby.

Videos below courtesy of Jacob Moon.







Blast from the Past: Jacob Moon's Landing 2 CD

Links: Jacob Moon, More Jacob Moon Stories, More CD Releases 
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Sunday, February 23, 2014

De Keyzer and Daddy Long Legs on Blind Lemon Blues Best of 2013 List

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Local musicians Daddy Long Legs and Jack De Keyzer made their way onto Blind Lemon Blues's top 20 Blues songs of 2013 list (numbers 12 and 16 respectively).  Jack also makes another appearance as part of James Boraski's album (#15).  The only other performer to be listed twice is Paul Deslauriers.  The popular radio show (on 93.5 CHMR in St. John's Newfoundland) has its listeners vote for their favourites every year.   CONGRATULATIONS!



Links: Jack de Keyzer, More Jack De Keyzer Stories, Above video courtesy of Marty Murray



Links: Daddy Long Legs, More Daddy Long Legs Stories, Above video courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers



Links: James Boraski, More James Boraski Stories, Video above courtesy of James Boraski

Here is the complete list (album is in parenthesis):
  1. Steve Hill: Ever Changing World (Solo Recordings, Vol. 1)
  2. Marshall Lawrence: Factory Closing Blues (House Call)
  3. Highway 125: Key To The Highway (Payin' Dues)
  4. Guy Belanger: People Get Crazy (Dusty Trails)
  5. Bill Durst: Little Red Rooster (Live)
  6. Layla Zoe: Gemini Heart (The Lily)
  7. Sunday Wilde: Captured Me (He Gave Me A Blue Nightgown)
  8. Angel Forrest: Blue Firegirl (Mother Tongue Blues)
  9. MonkeyJunk: Why Do People Act Like That (All Frequencies)
  10. 24th Street Wailers: Never Ending Day (Live in Halifax)
  11. Dawn Tyler Watson and Paul Deslauriers: Southland of the Heart (Southland)
  12. Daddy Long Legs: The Devil's In The Details (The Devil's in the Details)
  13. Paul Deslauriers and Anwar Khushid: Nobody's Fault but Mine (Enter The Gate)
  14. Kat Danser: Sun Goes Down (Baptized by the Mud)
  15. Tie: James Boraski: Comin' Home (Comin' Home featuring Jack De Keyzer)/
    Anthony Gomes: Old Ten Wheeler (Before The Beginning)
  16. Jack De Keyzer: Electric Love (Electric Love)
  17. David Gogo: Bad 'n Ruin (Come On Down)
  18. Tie: James "Buddy" Rogers: My Guitar's My Only Friend (My Guitar's My Only Friend)
    /Ben Racine Band: Shake a Hand (One of a Kind)
  19. Fathead: Shame On Ya (Twenty Years Deep)
  20. Denis Viel: Sunset Blues (Sunset Blues)
Blast from the Past: 2009 Blind Lemon Blues List
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Saturday, February 22, 2014

Kaizen Debut Album: First Impressions

Hamilton's top-notch instrumental band, Kaizen recently released their fabulous debut album: First Impressions. There's enough excitement on this album that they don't need no stinkin' vocals.

With Wayne Janus (guitar), Shane Lannigan (bass) and David Carrillo (drums) this power-trio lay out tons of grooves and get extremely funky throughout the recording.  Jazz, soul, rock, funk and more are thrown into the mixture and blended to perfection.

With the shortest song clocking in 8:08pm (and the longest at almost 20 minutes) the tunes are truly epic musical workouts.  Shifts in tempo and rhythm keep things interesting - you never know where a song is headed.  Surprises abound in this great collection!

This incredible instrumental experience can be downloaded through cdbaby or  iTunes.

Video above courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers

Blast from the Past: Wayne's Hell County CD

Links: Kaizen, More Wayne Janus Stories, More CD Releases
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Thursday, February 20, 2014

News Roundup (Acoustics, Blues Hall of Fame, Drew Smith)

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Local
Canada
2014 Blues Hall of Fame Inductees

 Classic of Blues Literature: Dream Boogie: The Triumph of Sam Cooke by Peter Guralnick

 Classic of Blues Recording (Single or Album Track)
Classic of Blues Recording (Album)
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Performers
Funny Stuff

Cartoon: What if Chuck Berry Played the Tuba?

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 Saturday, February 22, 2014: Drew Smith

Links: Drew Smith, More Drew Smith Stories, Video above courtesy of Scott Moses

Tuesday February 25, 2014: George Harrison

Wednesday February 26, 2014: Johnny Cash

 Thursday, February 27, 2014: Matt King

 Friday, February 28, 2014
Saturday, March 1, 2014: Big Rude Jake

Tuesday, March 4, 2014: Mike Almas
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Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Creature Speak Debut EP

http://creaturespeak.bandcamp.com/album/creature-speak
Grimsby alt-folk duo (now based in St. Catharines/Toronto), Creature Speak recently released their stunning self-titled debut EP under their current name.

Formerly known as Howler, Brittany Brooks (vocals, guitar, accordion, piano) and Nick Arseneau (upright bass, trombone, percussion) have created amazing, sometimes delicate, ethereal roots music. Their latest recording is no exception.

Brittany's voice is haunting and beautiful.  Nick's bass rumbles along and adds wonderful atmosphere.  Together, they've created a moody masterpiece.

This wonderful EP can be downloaded through the duo's bandcamp page







Videos above courtesy of Brittany Brooks

Links: Creature Speak, More CD Releases
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Tuesday, February 18, 2014

Moonshine Proprietors Receive Winterfolk Award


John Marlatt and Jane MacKay, the duo behind the popular Moonshine Cafe in Oakville received recognition for their amazing contribution to the local roots music scene.  This was at Toronto's Winterfolk Festival on February 16, 2014.

Their venue provides a fabulous music experience for both listeners and artists.  We here at HBL join Winterfolk in thanking them for their incredible work.  CONGRATULATIONS!

Here are a few online reactions:

Duane Rutter: "John Marlatt and Jane MacKay are two of my favourite humans and Moonshine Cafe is one of my most favourite places to be! Congrats to them and the wonderful clientelle that makes that place so special to us songwriters and live music fans!!"

Mike Gravitis: "Big thanks and congrats to Winterfolk and A Better World and also John Marlatt and Jane MacKay for all of their continued support and for really giving us musicians a place that we can grow with confidence and a place to be able to share what we're doing with the world!"

Misc fans:

"A very special thank you to our friends John Marlatt and Jane MacKay of the Moonshine Cafe in Oakville who were honored at the festival for their contributions to and tireless support of musicians both new and established. What they do every day is critical to those of us who love to listen and play. I hope they know how much they are appreciated."

"A place where a person can drop in on their own and enjoy a peaceful happy atmosphere and excellent music. Thank you for making Kerr Street your home for The Moonshine Cafe."



More Bob Dylan Covers/Stories, Video above courtesy of Oakville Arts in Square



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Video above courtesy of Buddy Love

Blast from Past: News Roundup w John Marlatt Video and More

Links: John Marlatt,  More John Marlatt Stories, Performances from the Moonshine
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Saturday, February 15, 2014

New Fred Eaglesmith CD: Tambourine (HIS 20TH!)

Local music veteran Fred Eaglesmith has reached the incredible milestone of 20 albums with Tambourine. This latest disc is an amazing addition to the singer/songwriter's already impressive work.

The CD is a wonderful musical throwback to the 60s.  Fred peppers the songs with R&B, surf rhythms, soul, psychedelic sounds, gospel and more.  All the while, he still keeps things rooted in the country/Americana realm.  As always, his strong storytelling and lyrics raise it above a mere nostalgia-fest.

Frequent collaborator Scott Merritt co-produces the affair and also plays multiple instruments.  He and Fred have created an old-fashioned record that Fredheads will love.

To check out this great CD, you can pick it up at his live shows or through Fred's web shop.  It can also be downloaded through iTunes and eMusic.



Video above courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers



Video above courtesy of Skumm60



Video above courtesy of Paul Goode

Blast from the Past: Fred's Previous CD -  6 Volts

Links: Fred Eaglesmith, More Fred Eaglesmith Stories, More CD Releases 
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Friday, February 14, 2014

Happy Valentine's Day! (Robin Benedict, Kenny MacInnes, Darin Martin, Fraser/Daley)



Links: Robin Benedict,  More Robin Benedict Stories, Video above courtesy of Robin Benedict, More Tracy Chapman Covers/Stories

Links: Kenny MacInnis, More Kenny MacInnis Stories, Video above courtesy of Kenny MacInnis

Links: Darin Martin, More Darin Martin Stories, Video above courtesy of Darin Martin



Links: Fraser/Daley, More Mike Daley Stories, More Alec Fraser Stories, Video above courtesy of Jake Bunny Music, More Jeff Healy Covers/Stories

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Wednesday, February 12, 2014

News Roundup (Muppets Sing the Weight, Rachel Heart, Sloppy Jalopy)

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Friday, February 14, 2014
Saturday February 15, 2014:  
Sunday, February 16, 2014: Ed Roth

Monday, February 17, 2014: Lou Campanella

Wednesday, February 19, 2014
Saturday, February 22, 2014: Drew Smith

Tuesday February 25, 2014: George Harrison

Wednesday February 26, 2014: Johnny Cash

Thursday, February 27, 2014: Matt King
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Links:  Sloppy Jalopy, More Sloppy Jalopy Stories, More Johnny Cash Covers, Video above courtesy of Rockin Ramzis
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