Marty Mercer, A.K.A., "Big Dog" Mercer, arrived on the Chicago music scene in February of 2000.
He moved here from Wisconsin where he was a sideman for a touring blues band. ~~
Needing to "Stretch Out" musically, he decided to make the big move to the "Home of the Blues".
He started showing his face at the local jams where, after playing, was donned the moniker "Big Dog" by local blues musicians. ~~~~
Since arriving here he has shared the bill & or stage with such acts as; The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Ronnie Baker Brooks, L.V. Banks, & Muddy Waters Jr., just to name a few.
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He has also donated his time to several charities & fundraising events including "Blues for kids’ sake" c.d. for the Will/Grundy county area Big Brothers & Big Sisters Foundation. ~~~~
In April 2007 Mercer won the title - Joliet’s "King Of The Blues"- in a competition at Guitar Center. ~~~~
He has a wide variety of musical influences that he calls upon to make his own style that has been called many things.
"Bluesbilly","Swamp Blues" & "Surfbilly" just to name a few.
His soulful vocals that growl, his aggressive slide guitar playing,& personal approach to the instrument make him unlike any other musician around.~~~~
"Big Dog" Mercer’s band, formed in mid 2000, has been a staple on the local live music scene.
The band’s blend of Blues, Rockabilly, Jazz, Roots, & Southern rock, make them a favorite everywhere they play. With soulful vocals, seasoned musicians, & a rock solid groove, they are a band unlike any other.
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hey there....thanks so much for the add. i really appreciate it. i feel so lucky to get to be living my dream.... singing and meeting new people along the way, like you:) hope you check out my new video for the song "dream" by stephanie bentley. love to know what you think?
Believe in yourself And all you are worth Trust that you were put here To serve a great purpose on this earth
You have the abilities Many capabilities To transform yourself Into a powerhouse of wealth
You just have to learn To tap into your resources Which are buried within Allow your talents to flourish, allow yourself to win
You can be and do all things If you learn to trust yourself and believe Allow your mind to open up While your blessings of life are received
Many times we claim to be failures Because we figured we've tried enough And to no avail we didn't succeed But there is a lesson we must heed
If we've tried one way We need to try another The dream that is inside of you Still has a light, it still has a flutter
For if it didn't Your mind would be at ease But its not So this is your moment to seize
Don't buy into negativity Its never gotten anyone anywhere but down You are looking to excel above and beyond And all around
Your thoughts become your actions So act on your dreams I'm willing to bet you They are closer than they seem
Learn to LOVE yourself Because nothing can move forward if you don't Let go of negative people, thoughts, feelings Release yourself of that pain and hurt
Once you have turned your attitude Into a positive motivating force You are ready To win life's obstacle course
So just know that without any doubt You are a winner and destined to succeed All you have to do Is work hard at what you desire & continue to believe
Hey Big Dog, great stuff. We play a Private party every July in Joliet, so next year if you have nothing happening on the date, we would love to jam with you man. Keep rockin' brother.
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