Heads up, Bay Area! @TonyHoliday and @LauraChavez , along with the Memphis band, will be at Biscuits And Blues on Wednesday, June 26th! If you haven't had the opportunity to see Tony yet, I highly recommend it. He is a 2024 BMA nominee, and Laura Chavez🎸 is the 2023 BMA winner for best guitarist! This will be an exciting show you won't want to miss! For tickets and information please see the link below👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇
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One more from the road Saturday night at the Jeff Beck tribute show. It was all about that bass!
'Bout that bass, no treble.
I'm all about that bass, 'bout that bass... bass... bass!
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Unfortunately, at our age, we all have those special artists who are no longer with us. One of mine was Rory Gallagher. I feel blessed to have seen him on four different occasions, and each one was truly spectacular. For some reason, I feel a deep and profound sense of missing him the most. His energy, the way he effortlessly blended blues and rock, and how he entertained and engaged the crowd were simply unparalleled. Rory was a spectacular player, and his talent shone brightly on stage.
Oh, how I wish I could relive those moments once more, to witness the magic that Rory created with his guitar. His music spoke to my soul, reaching depths I never knew existed. It was in those electrifying performances that I felt truly alive, swept away in the raw emotion pouring forth from his fingertips.
Rory Gallagher's music was a soundtrack to my life, a constant companion during both the highs and lows. His unrivaled passion and dedication to his craft were evident in every note he played. He pushed boundaries, challenged conventions, and left an indelible mark on the world of music.
Now, as I sit here reminiscing about those unforgettable concerts, I am filled with a profound sense of loss. Rory's absence creates a void that can never be filled. Yet, his legacy lives on. His music continues to inspire and comfort, a testament to his enduring impact.
Rest in paradise, Rory. Thank you for the gift of your talent, for the countless memories you have left us with. Though you may be gone, your spirit lives on through the timeless melodies and the everlasting impression you have made on the hearts and souls of your fans. You are deeply missed, and your music will forever hold a special place in our hearts.
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Happy birthday
Kenny Wayne Shepherd (born Kenny Wayne Brobst; June 12, 1977) is an American guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He has released several studio albums and experienced significant commercial success as a blues artist.
Shepherd was born in Shreveport, Louisiana. He graduated from Caddo Magnet High School in Shreveport. He is "completely self-taught", and does not read music. Growing up, Shepherd's father (Ken Shepherd) was a local radio personality and some-time concert promoter, and had a vast collection of music. Shepherd received his first "guitar" at the age of three or four, when his grandmother purchased a series of several plastic guitars for him with S&H Green Stamps, which Shepherd has said he would "go through like candy".
Shepherd stated in a 2011 interview that he began playing guitar in earnest at age seven, about six months after meeting and being "pretty mesmerized" by Stevie Ray Vaughan, Labor Day weekend in 1984, at one of his father's promoted concerts. His self-taught method employed a process of learning one note at a time, playing and rewinding cassette tapes, using "a cheap Yamaha wanna-be Stratocaster...made out of plywood, basically", and learning to play by following along with material from his father's record collection.
Blues musician Bryan Lee invited 13 year old Shepherd to play guitar onstage. He subsequently made demo tapes, and a video was shot at Shepherd's first performance at the Red River Revel Arts Festival in Shreveport. It was this video performance that impressed Giant Records chief Irving Azoff enough to sign Shepherd to a multiple album record deal.
From 1995 on, Shepherd took seven singles into the Top 10, and holds the record for the longest-running album on the Billboard Blues Charts with Trouble Is.... In 1996, Shepherd began a longtime collaboration with vocalist Noah Hunt, who provided the vocals for Shepherd's signature song, "Blue on Black". Shepherd has been nominated for five Grammy Awards, and has received two Billboard Music Awards, two Blues Music Awards, and two Orville H. Gibson Awards.
In 2000, Shepherd played guitar on the end title theme for the animated feature Batman Beyond: Return of t
Last night at the Little Village All Star Mini-Fest at Freight & Salvage, the The Sons of The Soul Revivers were absolutely incredible. It was hard to hold back tears as James Morgan and Dwayne Morgan of Sons of Soul Revival belted out beautiful melodies and vocals. Although all the artists were amazing, this was the best part of my evening. I was truly moved by the heartfelt performances from the Sons of Soul Revival.
Last night, at the grand reopening of Biscuits and Blues, the Chris Cain Band was absolutely off the hook! Make sure you mark your calendars and check the dates because Biscuits and Blues is open for business, and it's as awesome as ever!
Attention TOMMY CASTRO fans! Mark your calendars for Father's Day on June 16th because something amazing is happening at the Rancho Nicasio Restaurant & Bar backyard barbecue. If you haven't experienced the incredible summertime events at Rancho Nicasio, now is your chance to do so. Trust me, it's an absolute must! And guess who will be performing? None other than my all-time favorite band, Tommy Castro and the Painkillers!
But that's not all, Blues Cruise enthusiasts! This show holds an opportunity of a lifetime. You can submit your entry for a chance to win a Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise! Imagine cruising the seas while being serenaded by the very best in blues music. This is a chance you definitely do not want to miss out on.
So, grab your friends, family, and fellow music lovers, and let's kick off the summer with a bang at the Rancho Nicasio backyard barbecue on June 16th. It's going to be an exciting, fun-filled day you won't forget!
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Had a great time last night With Mike Zito at Yoshi's Oakland this photo was taken May 9th 2024 at the Blues Music Awards in Memphis
📷 photo by Tina Abbaszadeh ♥️
In Memphis, at the legendary Rendezvous, my beautiful girl Tina and I devoured some divine dry rub ribs and brisket that was so superb it could make a vegetarian weep. It wasn't our first rib rodeo of the day, though. Later on, we tackled some mouthwatering wet ribs, because why not? That whole day, May 10th, 2024, was a finger-lickin' fantastic, meat-filled extravaganza. One of my all-time favorite days with my sweetheart, Tina. Who knew love could taste this good?❤️😁😎
