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Tracy
Blues / Folk Rock / Roots Music

Acclaimed Jazz Blues Roots Voice & Harmonica



Thunder Bay, Ontario
Canada

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Last Login:  10/21/2009
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Member Since3/14/2007
Band Websitehttp://www.tracyk.ca
Band Members

TRACY K & HER RIGHT HAND BAND:
Tracy K - vocals, harmonica, rhythm guitar
Tony "Pops" Desmarteau - lead electric guitar, b.g. vocals
Vaughan "Bad Son" Poyser - electric bass
Ty "Good Son" Rogers - drums, Zendrum


Tn'T JAZZ & BLUES DUO:
Tracy K - vocals, harmonica, rhythm guitar
Tony Desmarteau - electric jazz guitar, vocals


Delta/Piedmont style BLUES DUO:  website: BLUES DUO
Tracy K - vocals, acoustic guitar, and harmonica
Jamie "SNAKEMAN" Steinhoff - dobro and acoustic fingerstyle and slide guitars, vocals


TRACY K & BLUE THUNDER (Tracy K with her local Thunder Bay band) featuring:
Kelly Ash and/or Rob Jardine on guitar
Arden Bruyere on bass
Stu Green on drums


InfluencesChicago, Texas, Piedmont & Delta Blues / jazz, rags & swing / Old Rock & Folk Rock / Contemporary Blues
Sounds LikeI am consistently compared to whiskey edged raspy singers like Joplin, Etheridge, Plant, Raitt. I have also been caught singing Billie Holiday style jazz and swing, and did a killer cover of Anne Murray (?), so there. I'm a VOCALIST. Harmonica playing influenced by Sonny Terry, Sonny Boys One & Two, Little Walter, and James Cotton. Songwriting similar to Bonnie Raitt's material, Lucinda Williams, Delbert McClinton, contemporary blues & folk rock styles. My latest recording has even had one critic draw songwriting comparisons to Santana! The same critic also referenced Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee. So you see, we are all unique, and made up of all the millions of little pieces of everything that ever touched our lives - right???? (my little philosophy)
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Record Labelbuy at cd baby or at my website using paypal
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Oct 23 2009 8:00P
Lavigne Tavern Lavigne, Ontario
Oct 24 2009 7:15P
Royal Cdn. Legion Thorold, Ontario
Oct 25 2009 9:00P
Gate 403 Toronto, Ontario
Jan 23 2010 8:00P
Royal Canadian Legion Deep River, Ontario
Jan 24 2010 8:00P
Black Sheep Inn Wakefield, Quebec

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weekend tour in Toronto area - three gigs  (view more)

cover story in T.O. mag  (view more)

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   About Tracy
AWARDS
2006
Winnipeg Blues Peoples Choice Awards:
FEMALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR
HARMONICA PLAYER OF THE YEAR
2007
International Songwriting Competition Award Recipient "BLUES" and "PERFORMANCE"
Toronto Blues Society Talent Search FIRST RUNNER UP
Ontario Independent Music Awards BEST BLUES

“Tracy K plays a nice harmonica, but the real treat is her voice - well controlled, and gritty as a whisky-soaked hobnail"(Jeremy Loomes, Edmonton Sun, 2007). Tracy K wrote her first song at the age of eight. She has come a long way since then, winning awards for her skills as a singer, songwriter, harmonica player and performer. From blues, folk, and jazz festivals, to theatres, clubs, and cafes, from electric band to acoustic duo, from Canada to the Carribean, her vast experience is a testimony of her talent. Tracy K’s songwriting extends beyond her own repertoire to radio and film work. Since 2000, she has been featured as a main stage attraction, sharing stages and playbills with great legends (Koko Taylor, James Cotton) and exciting newcomers (Watermelon Slim, Serena Ryder).

If you would like my musical bio, press etc., please go to my website  tracyk.ca or sonic bids. All career related info can be found there or on sonic bids. This is my space, and is coming straight from me.
I was born and raised on the prairies in a small farming community - Beausejour, Manitoba, just 45 minutes east of Winnipeg. I wear my roots like a heart on a sleeve, bringing the intimacy of small-town Canada on-stage whether performing with my band or in my duo. I love country living - wheat fields and the Ukrainian colors of yellow and blue in the blooming canola and flax fields. I love big open skies and sunsets, and aurora borealis in a wide, clear, night sky. I love arid summer heat and wicked thunder storms. I love canoeing, picking mushrooms and berries. I love gardening and canning the harvest. I love flannel shirts and my hiking boots. I love my three musical and intelligent children Jolene (b.1990, violin/fiddle & mandolin), Jackson (b.1992 guitar & vocals), and Emily (b.1994, piano, vocals & cooking!). They are my raison d'etre.
I really LOVE PLAYING HARMONICA AND SINGING. My music has brought me some great pleasure and reward. The biggest reward is the excitement and appreciation in a fan's comments, a full dance floor, giving someone reason to dream, or filling that void for them. My son Jackson pointed out that music and joy are the same word in the chinese alphabet. When my music makes someone happy, helps them unwind, relax and have fun, it is a greater achievement and fulfillment than any award I can receive. However, the awards are all hallmarks of a great deal of hard work and time invested into my passion. My career bio on my website tells you everything you need to know about TracyK's music, and my band. My band is amazing. Each one is a huge talent and a whole mess of fun to work with. Do them a favour - check out my website, tracyk.ca, to find out more about them and their musical journeys. Here's a short list of my musical achievements most recent:
CBC live recordings of the band and duo in 2008; writing a song for a CBC radio special; writing a song for the six-string nation guitar; several great interviews; the awards listed at top of this bio; 2007 Second release "Old, New, Borrowed & Blues"; 2003 Toronto Blues Society's Annual Harmonica Workshop (first female to be featured!); (Toronto Blues Society & CBC Saturday Night Blues) 16th Annual Women's Blues Revue; 2002 Tracy K penned "Rock This House" for a Los Angeles film (Scared Silent) and performed in the movie; Tracy K plays singer in the band for the movie "More than meets the eye" 2003; 2000 First release all original material "Welcome to my Fantasy"
You can purchase my music at select stores (see my website), on my website using Paypal, or at cd.baby

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UNFINISHED BIZNIZ (russ malcomb, otis, ryan peyman

UNFINISHED BIZNIZ (russ malcomb, otis, ryan peyman



Nov 5 2009 6:23 PM

THIS IS OUR CD RELEASE, AND WE'RE DOING IT RIGHT!!!!!!!!
LIVE BANDS!!!!!
LOTS TO DRINK!!!!
LIVE DJ!!!!!!!
DOOR PRIZES!!!!
50/50 DRAWINGS!!!!!!
AWESOME LIGHTS AND SOUND BY ONPOINT DJ SERVICE!!!!
DON'T MISS THE WYOMING COUNTY PARTY EVENT OF THE YEAR!!!!!!
James Reeser & The Back Seat Drivers

James Reeser & The Back Seat Drivers



Oct 30 2009 1:30 AM

You need to check out the new Victoria "Blowbox" Harp amp! I was instrumental in designing and getting into their line of top shelf amps. Go to youtube and search me "James Reeser" and there are a couple of recent vids featuring it. 

It is a 45 watt 2X8 amp. It looks like a tweed head but yes it has 2 8" speakers in it. No one can believe such a fat rich tone comes from a little amp. It is versatile... light weight... It can be plugged into any speaker cab as it has 2, 4 and 8 ohm output taps. It also has a switch that makes it either a stock 59 Bassman if that is your tone (also for guitar if desired) or flip the switch for the harp special circuits and rich fat harp tone! And yes has plenty of power as a stand alone to keep up with just about any band.

James Reeser
Camden Blues

Camden Blues



Oct 13 2009 10:37 PM

hey tracy
i see you are playing in my new hometown, st catharines, unfourtunately i won't be here, i'm off to thunder bay for a couple gigs and to record a new album. i'll spread the word though! take care

camden
Harmonica Pat The Cat

Patrick Moriarty



Sep 19 2009 1:33 AM


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Brock

Brock



Aug 1 2009 3:40 PM

I had the pleasure of performing through a 1934 vintage Philmore mic (connected to a 1964 Harmony amp).  I wasn't requested to jam too hard, but just LISTEN TO THAT SOUND!  Let me know what you think!
 
BROCK GRIME - "Recording with The Hoodoo Hillbillies"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-pbGOTcM3I
Darren Waller .... vocalist and blues harmonica

Darren waller



Jul 20 2009 11:25 AM

dropping by to say Hi. .

love and respect xxx Darren
Boomslang Blues Band

Boomslang Blues Band



Jul 15 2009 9:14 PM

Thanks for adding us to your page,

Best Wishes from Wales, UK.
Darren Waller .... vocalist and blues harmonica

Darren waller



Jun 14 2009 6:17 PM



Dropping in to say Hi lots of love and respect Darren xxx
Simply Unique Kustom Mics

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May 1 2009 10:39 PM

Wow !! What a Voice!!!
Keepin the Blues alive !
Thanks for the add!
The Katz Sass

The Katz Sass



May 1 2009 9:50 PM

Billy Joe Green

Billy Joe Green



Mar 12 2009 10:49 PM

thanx tracy,

things good in t-bay?

...wanna visit again soon as i can,...love the people there & wanna get ya on one o' my shows,...to sing & blow yer horn!

billy joe
SmilingL

SmilingL



Feb 17 2009 11:18 PM

Was great to see you two. The gal I brought with really enjoyed your music. Thanks for being you, it was a good evening.
Palo Rodriguez

Palo Rodriguez



Feb 14 2009 3:50 AM

Hi Princess!thanks for your support!your music sounds great,very cool and tasty!I am also honored by your add and so much fairness!from Argentina!best wishes and keep in touch!
Ezio "pietracherotola" Lottieri

Ezio "pietracherotola" Lottieri



Feb 11 2009 8:33 AM

Tks for add, Tracy! very good voice and harping too, greetings from Italy
Blues Element

Blues Element



Jan 20 2009 5:31 PM

Hey Tracy K!
Great to meet you last night in person at the Maple Blues Awards.
Keep in touch!
Ken

Ken Wasky



Jan 8 2009 3:38 PM

Deep within us, something stirs to make us care....not that we dont have our own demons but somehow we try and make amends...and yes, the simple things like a touch, a word, a melody, a smile, or going fishing are so important....always great to visit you here and see you live....Ken
Ken

Ken Wasky



Dec 2 2008 2:54 AM

Hi Tracy...always nice to be able to say good things about people....You are one of the very best blues singers and a great person too....some talk the talk, but you walk the talk...rare indeed and appreciated...Ken
☠ Voodoo Woman ☠

☠ Voodoo Woman ☠



Sep 18 2008 11:40 PM

WOOT! Mojomama you blow some sweet harp!
Octavia and the Earthblood Blues Band

Octavia and the Earthblood Blues Band



Sep 17 2008 1:10 AM

Hey Tracy,
Great hearin from ya Lady!
Yea if someone would just grab at the lady harp tour, it would be awesome stuff! Wish there were some strong women promoters or some smart male promoters w/balls and insight to make the move on this! If I had the $ I'd do it myself!
I know the family stuff, I have one in college, and the other a jr. in high school.
I stopped after #2 and having gotten 1 of each. Lucked out there big time!
Videos of Octavia & the Earthblood Blues Band
http://www. youtube. com/view_play_list?p=F90A22835290CEE9
All the very best, and I hope it happens soon! I just know we'd get a Great response! Thx for staying in touch, and please carry on doing so! All the very best to you and your family.
Octavia
SmilingL

SmilingL



Sep 16 2008 9:44 PM

Nice to see TBay being a CROWD to support such excellent causes.
Concert in The Park also draws quite a few people in. Nice for us to have such talents here for us to share. Nic pic too by the way.
Talk to you soon.
L
Kat Baloun

Kat Baloun



Sep 12 2008 7:46 AM

Hey Tracy, thanks for the add. Great voice and great harp.
Take care, yours, Kat Baloun
Jags

Jags



Sep 12 2008 2:40 AM

nice sound , i love your music, greetings from peru
☠ Voodoo Woman ☠

☠ Voodoo Woman ☠



Jul 14 2008 3:46 AM

I'd love to showcase you on my Women in blues show on Weds on HouseofTunes Radio..plus I love Canadians big TIME
SmilingL

SmilingL



Jul 7 2008 9:15 PM

You guys were a sweet sound (as per usual)at BluesFest. Best to you guys.
Octavia and the Earthblood Blues Band

Octavia and the Earthblood Blues Band



Jun 10 2008 4:43 AM

Hey Tracy:
Just checkin in to say hi, it's been a while. It would still be great to get that all lady's harp tour going! Doesn't seem to be anyone in the driver's seat w/keen enough insight or balls to take on the matter. It would be awesome if we could get it goin! Hope all's well up there Lady.
Video clip: OctaviaBlues. com or @: http://youtube. com/watch?v=QALza6jabHE
Take Care, all the very best, Hope to hear back from ya, Octavia
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