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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