Just a guy and his guitar, the way they use to do it back in the day. And by back in the day we’re talking like the 1920’s and 30’s. Pokey LaFarge keeps the roots of the blues alive while writing songs of today. A versatile songwriter and blues fingerpicker, Pokey can have you dancing one minute to a boogie beat, stomping your foot to a bouncy rag, or singing aloud to a sad ballad. A driving thumb and fast fingers set a groove not far off from what an old barrelhouse pianist would do. But there is also a strong sense of mountain music such as old-time and country, as well as a lot of river music influence such as ragtime, and its offspring, jug band music as well. In fact Pokey hails from the home of jug band music: Louisville, Kentucky and is excited to be in a position to carry on the tradition. His music is of course modern but very much connected to what became in essence rock n’ roll and soul and has vowed to always keep roots music alive and growing.
Pokey has been touring with different projects since he was 18 years old including a stint playing mandolin with the Virginia based acoustic outfit the Hackensaw Boys. Since going solo a little over a year ago he has quickly won over crowds all over America with relentless touring and heartfelt and energetic performances along the way. His second record "Beat, Move, and Shake" will be released on July 18th on the St. Louis indie label Big Muddy Records. He has had the honor of playing and/or touring with acts such as Old Crow Medicine Show, Hackensaw Boys, Avett Bros., Donna the Buffalo, Special Ed and the Shortbus, Mayhem String Band, Woody Pines, the Two Man Gentleman Band, and the Carolina Chocolate Drops.
"His guitar sounds like a ukulele, his voice like a transgendered punk Bessie Smith, and his style suggests a hobo Pee-wee Herman. .." Riverfront Times St. Louis, Mo.
You got played Pokey, I love the record friend. If you missed the program last night all is not lost. You can stream the entire program by visiting http://kdvs. org/shows/view/show_id/616/ This is a new show link so put this in your favorites and visit frequently. This week I played some stringband, ragtime, bluegrass, folk and acoustic gems.
Big stinkin' thanks to my boys the West Nile Ramblers for rippin an in-studio set, check them in SF @ The Plough and Stars after the Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival TONIGHT w/Mad Cow String Band and Lady A and Her Heel Draggers.
Ya know what? All those chumps in Johnson City who didn't buy your album are missing out on one of the best albums I have heard all year! Thank you again! Bravo, and although I love every song, I can't stop playing Cairo, Illinois...
Hey buddy, George Said He had a guitar just for you. He takes all forms of payment as well. Also had a killer time in Knoxville, Playin with you. I got in on cd too if you need it. I put some from mine online there.
Seriously...Colorado Springs...Novemeber tour.......We will get you 3 or 4 shows lined up. You can stay at our place.....We need some good music...and we miss our Pokey.- peace. jenn and Dan
Hello, Friend . . . it was great seeing you again in New Orleans at The Maple Leaf . . . we appreciate all the time you afforded us as well. Back in south Louisiana trying to pick up the pieces after those back-to-back hurricanes . . . they thumped us pretty good, my friend. Take care, and absolutely love the new album!!!!!
LOVE SCHEDULE FRIDAY 1st Stage 2nd Stage 5-6-Crittenden Free 6-7-Namaste 7-8-13th SUN 8-9-DJ Rinko 9-11-Groovatron 11-12-Twin Cats 12-1-Fire & Drum Troop *more late night activities TBA! --------------------------------------------------------------------------- SATURDAY 12-1-The Movement 1-2-Quetzatl "speaks on the Myans" 2-3-Aby Laby Land 3-4-Dead Nettle 4-5-Spoken Nerd 5-6-Kentucky F/P 6-7-Stone Wheel 7-8-Dirty Church R 8-9-Quetzatl 9-10-Elektrolyte 10-11-Namaste 11-12-Vessel *late night activities TBA!!! including Fire & Drum troupe! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SUNDAY 11-12-Crit. Free 12-1-Vanilla Skunk 1-2-Josh Collins 2-3-Alanna 3-4-*TBA* 4-5-Tom Boone 5-6-Pokey Lafarge 6-7-Sundown Service 7-8-Hog Oper 8-10 - Larry Keel & Natural Bridge -----------------------------------------------------------------------
All campers are encourage to pack up early on Sunday so they can enjoy the great day we have planed a head. The SUNDAY *TBA* is in the works for a great surprise!
