Jamsie "COSMO" Carvelli on drums & vocals
David "THE ADMIRAL OF THE IVORIES" Craft ..boards & vocals
Jim "THE PUNCH" Pihl on Bass Guitar and percussion
Jason Stuart on Lead Guitar Lap Steel & Lead Vocals
IN LIFE TASTE EVERYTHING ONCE AND THEN STEAL FROM THE BEST.
YOU HAVE TO COMBINE THE BEST OF INGREDIENTS
AND COOK THEM SLOW IN ORDER TO MAKE SOMETHING
THAT WILL TASTE GOOD AND LAST A LONG TIME.
JUST WHAT YOU WOULD EXPECT FROM A BAND THAT REFUSES TO DO THE SAME OLD STANDARD BLUES TUNES THAT EVERY OTHER BAND COVERS. IF YOU RECOGNIZE SOME OF THE COVERS IN THIS BAND THAN YOU REALLY ARE A BLUES FAN. IF YOU DONT. YOU WILL THINK YOU HAVE RUN IN TO THE MOST ORIGINAL BLUES YOU HAVE EVER HEARD.
****************** Sharing the stage with the giants in the world of Blues, such as, KOKO TAYLOR, LUCKY PETERSON, LARRY MCCRAY, ROBERT CRAY, THE HOLMES BROTHERS, THE FABULOUS THUNDERBIRDS, with TWELVE appearances at the MISSISSIPPI VALLEY BLUES FESTIVAL, and numerous festival appearances at blues festivals throughout the USA and abroad. These are the credits that make JASON STUART'S COBALT BLUE a force of REAL BLUES WITH A WHOLE LOTTA SOUL. This is the BAND that will give 110% at each performance, guaranteeing an exciting Blues experience for each and every member of the audience.
For over twenty-two years, the unsung, unrecognized black sheep of the Quad Cites Blues Scene. Playing original music and covers made famous by some of the most unique blues artists around today, Jason Stuart's COBALT BLUE refuses to be put to rest.
Starting out over twenty-four years ago as an eleven piece ensemble called Eiffel Tower. Jason Stuart brought together a collection of the best players in the Quad Cities to help start what has become a mainstay of the Quad City Music Scene, "The Mississippi Valley Blues Festival". Realizing in an area this small that a band of this size could not sustain itself, Stuart took the rhythm section and molded it into COBALT BLUE.
In the never ending tour that has continued for over twenty-two years, some replacements have been made from the original lineup, due to health, addictions, relationships, and sometimes just plain stupidity. But the current lineup appears to be the right combination.
Jamsie "COSMO" Carvelli.
Born in Brooklyn N.Y. Cosmo was raised around the early DO WOP and R&B groups that flourished in NYC during the fifties. Combine this with over thirty years experience on a drum kit and the result is a flawless timepiece of rhythm and syncopation.
David "THE ADMIRAL OF THE IVORIES" Craft.
From right outside the windy city of Chicago, David trained from an early age to master the black and white jungle of the keyboard. Spending time in every situation a musician should be in attempting to gain master status. Playing in shows, country, rock, R&B, and church services, David has honed his skills to a keen sharpness flavored with soul and spice.
George "THE HANDYMAN" Handy.
Brought to the Quad Cities by the Mississippi River, George originally hails from Memphis Tenn. George has honed his Bass Playing skills backing up some of the greatest touring Soul and Blues Artists throughout the South. Now settled in the Quad Cities, George brings Soul and snap to the rhythm section making each night's performance an explosion of Soulful and Funky Rhythm. George has blended Blues, Soul, Jazz, and Funk to deliver just what the handyman ordered. Professionalism, Stage Presence, and a great sense of humor make George a welcome addition to the Band.
Jim "THE PUNCH" Pihl. (On Leave Due to Health Conditions)
Starting out in Galesburg Illinois, two things sparked an interest to this young man. Music and fast cars, there is a combination made in heaven. Jim has played guitar in every kind of band imaginable. And there isn't much he doesn't know about anything with wheels. Picking up the Bass came naturally. Playing guitar for so many years, he took right to being part of the super tight rhythm section and punches out the bottom end with no hesitation.
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It’s been well over a year since I last recorded something new my friend, but it’s that time again. I posted a new original song called “Forever No Restraints.” It's the frist song on the Myspace music player.
I refer to it as cosmic blues.....but blues it ain't. I used to do this song as a short solo acoustic piece, but I decided to turn it into a lengthy electric guitar jam and let my freak flag fly!
It has a strong Hendrix vibe, but is uniquely me….. Please drop by my page and have a listen! I also posted a video of me doing the song as I recorded it, so even if the music player isn't working, you can check the song out in the video.
Jason, Thank you for the kind words, it means a lot to me. It was an honor to play on the same stage with such great talent! I hope that I get that opportunity again soon.
It was an awesome night at BB Kings. You are an incredible guitar player and performer. It would be an honor to share the stage with you again. Hope you are enjoying the NAMM show. Good luck out there.
Keep doing it the right way...loud and proud Joe Alarid
Hello, Pete Anderson has a new CD out called "Even Things Up". He is streaming tracks right now. Come over and have a listen and if you have a favorite track, please let us know.
Glad to have you here "J" I viewed your profile and I enjoyed it. Keep up the great work and hope to see you down the road sometime.my sister used to live there and has friends there.....keeping it real, live, and honest. Peace...Sincerely: Johnny Dean.
Hello Jason,thanks so much for what you do to bring all of us pure joy through your amazing music.Your list of guitarists are simply making my head spin,i love all of them for doing what you do also.Wishing you a rockin day,god bless and peace always Jason!
..THANKS FOR SHARING..LOL BECKY XX
