Alligator Alley is on the road these days and Friday night the All Stars made it as far north as Boston's on the Beach in Delray. Kilmo led the parade, with David Shelley, Albert Castiglia, Bob Taylor and Jeff Renza adding to the mix that packed the house. Great to see all those FLL people up this way, and I heard that some people made a drive across the roadway known as Alligator Alley to catch this show. I am sure they thought it was worth it!
Closing time found us at the Back Room Blues Bar in Boca Raton for the last set of Terry Hanck w/ JP Soars and Red Hots making music to the pleasure of packed house. Great to see so many happy people out celebrating Anika's birthday!
Delray Beach came alive on Tuesday night with Skyla Burrell and her band letting the world know they came to play. Famous Frank's Blue Tuesday #64 was another hard-driving night of solid blues in his hand-picked line up. No fooling around here tonight...as serious as this music gets, played by pros and appreciated by those there to listen and even dance a bit. This group really works as a band and the tightness of their knit is evident in every song. By the time JP got there things were burning and he jumped right in the fire with them. If you are one of those that are meaning to come down some Tuesday, but haven't made it yet, you will NOT be disappointed if make the effort. Most of the line up has just been announced for the next three months, and it is stellar. Come on down and buy me a beverage! Whoops... I meant, "Come on down and enjoy the music!"
The weekend at The South Florida Blues & Americana Band Showcase ended with headliner Matt "Guitar" Murphy sharing his years of experience with the listeners and each note was appreciated. JBF firmly believes that great blues music cannot live in technical ability alone. There must be the heart and soul present to make it complete. It happened right here at Pulp Live folks. Thanks to everyone who put this event together! Thank you Mr. Matt "Guitar" Murphy for sharing your music with us!
The Nouveaux Honkies are on right now...a bit of a different set than earlier in the week up at Conchy Joes! Too dark in here for my camera to take vids, so maybe Mr. G. will share his HQ stuff...
To keep the entertainment going between set changes an area in the back was set up for acuostic sets and Grant Piper held court there for the afternoon, inviting Reina Collins, Pixie and other friends to join him. This was the first time hearing Grant, believe it or not, and now he is on the "I'll drive out of the way to hear this again" list...Pix-E's third-lung bag pipe harmonica playing is really something too!
The South Florida Blues & Americana Band Showcase roles on through its second day... Reina G. Collins opened the show, with the Nuck's in the second slot. We are on-site loading these, so look for more throughout the rest of the day as The Nouveaux Honkies come up next and then MATT GUITAR MURPHY is on at 7. Still time to get here for a memory-making performance!
Day one of The South Florida Blues & Americana Band Showcase was a classy presentation in a great location where the bands truly were "showcased." Everything was kept pretty much on time, so be sure to be there on time for today's shows and they will not be running late. This place is easy to get to, has easy access parking, and offers table and bar seating with room for dancing, two full bars and a kitchen that runs all day. There is no other place in our listings that you can head out to today that you will be able to hear four great bands for less than $4 per band! Here is the line-up for today: 3pm-Reina G Collins ; 4pm-Nucklebusters; 5pm-The Nouveaux Honkies; 6pm-Matt "Guitar" Murphy. Yes, that would be the "real" Matt "Guitar" Murphy! Come on out and tell your friends tomorrow at work that you spent the day with a legend!
Welcome to the MySpace space of Jazz & Blues Florida! If you like jazz and/or blues music, you will find yourself among friends here. Not only do we chronicle the day-to-day live music scene in photos, blogs, bulletins, and videos, we also provide easy access to learn more about musicians and clubs. Of course we can't get everywhere we would like to around the state, so we rely on our friends to keep us informed and up-to-date. Be sure to check out our other website that hosts our e-zine with artist previews of upcoming shows by both locals and visiting stars and advertisements of all sorts of music related matters. That site also has rather comprehensive listings of all the live jazz & blues that is happening around the state. Be sure to sign up for our weekly email so you know what is happening! See you out on the town or on the Dixie; wherever the good music is happening!
DECEMBER ONLINE EDITION OF JAZZ & BLUES FLORIDA IS POSTED!
Our featured artists this month include:
Winning Spin - JIMMY SWEETWATER
CAT SHELL
BRYAN LEE AND THE BLUES TRAVELERS
DICK HYMAN
FSU JAZZ FACULTY
PATTI WICKS
ROCKIN' JAKE AND GABE BUTTERFIELD
ROY ROGERS AND THE DELTA RHYTHM KINGS
SELWYN BIRCHWOOD AND DEUCES WILD
TED HOWE TRIO
WALKER SMITH GROUP
I perfer meeting and making friends of living jazz and blues artists that have, are, or will be performing in Florida, along with fans and music related business people. Them, and these days, just about anybody willing to buy me a drink - or two!
AND..
The person that will sell me the winning lotto ticket.
12/01/09 ...still waiting.
Hey Charlie, congratulations on the Tv Radio program!! it was great!! and thank you for mention my name over there!i hope i see you in soon! all the best Diogo
Hi Charlie! How's everything? I was just trying to read the names on all your slides, but they change too fast. Will you be out at Bayfront Park on NYE?
Hey Charlie. My apologies for not getting back sooner. My account was phished and i haven't been able to send messages or comments for the last week or so. Thanks for the comment, and it is an honor to be a part of The smokestacklightnin show! It is agreat one!! Hope to see you soon on the East coast! Sean
Thanks for keeping the Blues breathing. Us Blues artists appreciate you much. I've added a link to the live video footage of five songs that are on my debut CD 'Hell and Back'. Hope you enjoy them. Peace. http://davidgerald.com/videos.php
Well, whadda ya know! Your comment comes just in time. I am actually coming to Florida between February 22nd and March 6th and would be thrilled to sing with one of your talented Florida jazz bands then. Just put me in touch with a local pianist, bassist and guitarist and I'll be very happy to sing you my famous Johnny Mercer centennial programm. Agreed? all the best from Paris Susanna
Hey all in blues and jassland..I want to express my sincere gratitude that ya picked one of our songs as a song of the day on your myspace place..Loaded Dice band is definatly blues driven I have a long association with blues in da blood.. hope to get to jam with some of the fine people in this respectable arena,,,Marty drummer for Loaded Dice Band Brevard Florida
Hello. Looks like things are going great for you down there. I'll be in the Miami/Ft Lauderdale, Keys late December-January so please let me know if you need a folksinger to perform :))
My son's band "SHADOWKAST" is there in Ft Lauderdale now and just recently won a Battle of the Bands...these kids are truly phenomenal...please check them out www.myspace.com/shadowkastbandor at www.shadowkastband.com
THIS WEEKEND! S FL Blues & Americana Showcase of Bands @ Pulp Live in Ft Lauderdale. Featuring the living legend Matt "Guitar" Murphy from Blues Brothers fame, The Nouveaux Honkies, AZ Kenny Tsak & 56 Deluxe, Blue House, Nucklebusters, Darrell Raines w/Clay Goldstein & George Caldwell, King Muddfish, Jeff Prine, Grant Piper & Pix-E, Jack Knife Beat, Hurricane Hawk, Reina G Collins, guitar raffles & much more.
Every day we are jumping from one task to another – looking at the watch as a guide. No wonder heart attack is one of the main causes to death. We forget to pause, to look around and to enjoy friendship and family. The world is beautiful – you only have to allow yourself to see it - to experience it. Look at the watch, painted by Jette – given the title “Time is relative”.
Take care my friend, make time and have a great weekend.
Greetings from sunny but cool Toronto! Thanks for all that you do for jazz and blues in Florida :-) I love Florida and am hoping to get down there to do a tour soon. All the best; Brenda
Hey Charlie – I wanted to take the time to Thank You for your support and dedication to the music, arts & entertainment communities here in Florida. You have touched so many of our lives and in such a positive way through your Florida Jazz & Blues publication & weekly updates. The coverage in your “Florida CD release news, Florida Jazz & Blues news, New club listings, New show photos, Video showcases and your Weekly suggestions about what Florida Jazz & Blues thinks are the hottest things happening” has always kept us informed & entertained, but mostly has kept Florida’s Musicians, Venues & Events in the spotlight! And yes Charlie – your Florida Jazz & Blues keeps getting better!
Thanks for covering My Band THE TAMPA BAY BLUES MACHINE We just performed my song THE TEXAS HOLDEM BLUES at Screwie Louies/South Beach on a Live webcast this week.It is also up on i-Tunes as of this week, and being played on WMNF 88.5 FM (Tampa) We will be at the FT Meyers Festival Dec. 5 & 6 backing Up PAT HUNTER (Great Vocalist) and Houston Scott. We will feature STEVE ARVEY (Who worked with BO DIDLEY and The Legendary HUBERT SUMLIN. Should be a Real Good show.
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Dec 3 2009 5:31 AM
Diogo
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Judy Labosco
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WOLF
Dec 2 2009 4:34 PM
Sean
Dec 2 2009 1:06 PM
Your Jazz & Blues Florida looks like a great event.
I will repost your flyer on social network, if that is ok.
Dec 2 2009 6:03 AM
Yall Rock for sure...
"Long Live the Blues"
The Jimmy Sweetwater
Dec 2 2009 2:02 AM
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Larry
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Nov 29 2009 4:49 PM
Thanks for the friendly add
very interesting page
Best wishes from France
Pascal
Nov 29 2009 6:03 AM
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BONJOUR DU SUD DE LA FRANCE ...
Sea, Sex and Sun ...
ET LE SON DE MON PIANO SUR LE SABLE ...
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CLIP PORTET PAR PORTET ..
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Nov 28 2009 8:53 PM
Nov 28 2009 2:55 AM
THANK YOU for your friendship, and your kind words about my music!
"Life's truest happiness is found in the friendships we make along the way".
THANK YOU for the PRECIOUS GIFT of your friendship!
Please stay in touch from time to time and let me know how you are!
Your friend,
Richard
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Nov 28 2009 1:21 AM
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all the best from Paris
Susanna
Nov 27 2009 6:21 PM
Nov 27 2009 5:52 PM
all my best to you and yours!!
Michael
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The SimpleTones at University of Alabama
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Nov 26 2009 4:52 PM
Thx 4 D add
nice to meet U
Sound great here!
cheers
Nov 26 2009 4:49 PM
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Nov 26 2009 2:53 AM
This is L-Tribe just saying thank you for the honorable mention, and the add.
Keep Banging...
L-Tribe
Nov 25 2009 8:11 PM
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Have a wonderful space very interesting. Soon!
Nov 22 2009 1:18 PM
Art & Blues World Music Festival 2009:Belgrade BluesTones
Nov 21 2009 2:34 PM
My son's band "SHADOWKAST" is there in Ft Lauderdale now and just recently won a Battle of the Bands...these kids are truly phenomenal...please check them out www.myspace.com/shadowkastband or at www.shadowkastband.com
Have a great Thanksgiving.
Robert :))
Nov 21 2009 6:25 AM
Nov 21 2009 4:31 AM
Saturday 3pm to Midnight, Sunday 3pm to 8pm. www.southfloridabluesfestival.com
Nov 21 2009 4:22 AM
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JUST STOPPIN BY TO SAY HEY!!*****
Nov 19 2009 9:11 PM
Our New CD "HANG ON"
DATES:
11/20 Heard Museum PHX AZ 6pm Free
11/21 Famous Sams Glendale AZ 7pm
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Nov 19 2009 10:04 AM
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Thanks for all that you do for jazz and blues in Florida :-)
I love Florida and am hoping to get down there to do a tour soon.
All the best;
Brenda
Nov 18 2009 12:02 AM
Thank you for adding us and for your friendship here on MySpace!
We never performed in Florida...yet
Take care!
Best wishes from the Netherlands,
Heins and Mariëlla
Nov 17 2009 9:44 PM
Hey Charlie – I wanted to take the time to Thank You for your support and dedication to the music, arts & entertainment communities here in Florida. You have touched so many of our lives and in such a positive way through your Florida Jazz & Blues publication & weekly updates. The coverage in your “Florida CD release news, Florida Jazz & Blues news, New club listings, New show photos, Video showcases and your Weekly suggestions about what Florida Jazz & Blues thinks are the hottest things happening” has always kept us informed & entertained, but mostly has kept Florida’s Musicians, Venues & Events in the spotlight! And yes Charlie – your Florida Jazz & Blues keeps getting better!
Nov 17 2009 5:46 PM
JOIN US FOR SO CALS BLUES PARTY OF THE YEAR!
LET'S PARTY SAT NOV 21ST TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE!
DON'T MISS SO CAL'S BIG BLUES SHOW
Nov 15 2009 1:06 PM
You are interested in Jazz Piano?
We are happy to announce the release of our first festival CD:
Best of 1st International Jazz Solo Piano Festival 2009
Nov 15 2009 6:53 AM
We will be at the FT Meyers Festival Dec. 5 & 6 backing Up PAT HUNTER (Great Vocalist) and Houston Scott.
We will feature STEVE ARVEY (Who worked with BO DIDLEY and The Legendary HUBERT SUMLIN.
Should be a Real Good show.