Muddy Waters, Howlin Wolf, John Lee Hooker, T-Bone Walker, Little Walter, Big Walter Horton, Chicago Blues, Texas Blues, Arkansas Blues, West Coast Blues..... All the originators and pioneers of this wonderful music.
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The Alligators - a combination of all our influences and the feeling we personally and collectively bring to our unique sound.
The Detroit Music Awards has announced the nomination of The Alligators for 2009 Blues Band of the Year.
Steve Schwartz is also nominated for Blues Instrumentalist of the Year.
Dave Krammer Blues Vocalist of the Year.
Registration and Voting information can be found by linking to:
http://detroitmusicawards.net/main_login.php
“It’s the kind of music that Muddy Waters and Howlin’ Wolf would have loved and, trust me, that’s got nothing to do with by-the-number rehash. It’s got everything to do with attitude and this band’s got some to spare” Mark Gallo—BLUES REVIEW.
The Alligators have been playing this kind of music, in there own unmistakable way, for
nearly twenty five years. This “attitude” they bring to the stage each night has everything to do with their respect for the blues and their love of playing it together as a band and The Alligators have been playing it together for a long time. Lead Vocalist Dave Krammer and Harmonica player Wailin’ Dale started the band in 1984, Guitarist Steve Schwartz joined the group in 1993. The Alligators have also added new blood in recent years with the addition of highly respected Bassist Frankie Lee and veteran Drummer Jon Johnson . This longevity is a testament to the success they have achieved and has helped develop them into one of the tightest and most sought after bands in the Midwest.
The Alligators not only have impressive lasting power as a band but an impressive recording history as well. Beginning in 1994 with their debut CD “Gimme Some Skin” , they have recorded four successful and highly acclaimed CDs to date. They have also had songs included on three compilation CDs as well.
Whether it’s local clubs in the metro Detroit area or premier clubs and festivals throughout the Midwest, The Alligators are longstanding favorites of music lovers that like to have a good time!
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Hi The Alligators ! Thank you for adding Blackmail Bluesband to your friends. You have great tracks on your profile. Hope you will have a wonderful week. Greetings from Sweden. The only mail you need. Blackmail Bluesband.
I see you're booked for Tawas. Its good to know they will be having a festival this year. Although their website shows nothing yet. I'll either see you there or Cowpie!
Don't forget the BSBS Toledo shows this week....Commander Cody at DeSimone's on this Friday night. This might be a sell out...Johnny A on Thursday, July 2nd at the Toledo Speedway Bar and Grill. He has been likened to a SRV infused Wes Montgomery or a Chet Atkins infused Albert Collins. Dude is amazing. See: www.myspace.com/johnnyaguitarmusic Not to forget...FROSTBITE IS OPENING FOR HIM!!! Tickets are general admission and are $15 and $12 for Black Swamp Blues Society or Toledo Jazz Society members. TommyO.
Thanks a million Alligators for joining our ministry of Blues. It's all about peace, love, understanding, and GROOVE! Hope to perform for you sometime. Enjoyed your tunes. Wishing you the very best in Blues and life! -Big Daddy
Great show last night. Good to get a chance to enjoy your work live again. Hey, we have some pics of you all at the Alpena Blues Fest, check them out!!
Wow! My favorite band found me on here. I'm so glad. Thanks for the add guys! You know I love your music. Preachin Blues is awesome. I'm honored to know you. Hope I'm on your mailing list. :) Christy Howard Also at www. christyhowardband. net
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