The
Rich DelGrosso & John Del Toro Richardson Band, Spent last week in Memphis at the International Blues Challenge. Too many bands, too much to do, so little time. 220+ acts competing for the top spot. The level of talent made judging difficult--but not too difficult not to want to do it again. 5 acts from Florida made it to the finals in the band and solo/duo categories. Says a lot for the quality of the blues in the Sunshine State. Can't tell you much about the shows last weekend, other than both were SRO sellouts. From all reports, a good time was had by all! We have a bunch of stuff this week and next. The DelGrosso and Richardson band on Friday, Eddie Shaw on Saturday, the Triple R Horse Rescue benefit on Sunday, Johnny Rawls on Valentine's Day, and Big Sandy & The Fly-Rite Boys on Thursday. So here we go.
"A breath of fresh air for the blues." Gary von Tersch, Blues and Rhythm, UK " …entwine ass-shakin’ funky, countried, and big and soulful blues on a mandolin and a guitar with a wicked hot band in their engine room…You’d be hard-pressed to find anyone else playing the blues like DelGrosso and Del Toro Richardson." Tom Clarke, Hittin' The Note "This is a refreshing, rather unique sound. It’s not only the clarity of DelGrosso’s electric mandolin, but the interplay with Richardson’s full-bodied guitar that meshes so well." Jim Hynes, Elmore Magazine Really good stuff. Unique and energetic rug cuttin' music. Highly recommended. More, including music, at: http://www.mandolinblues.com/TimeSlipsOnBy/index.html Showtime is 9:30 ish. Advance tickets are $13 at www.bradfordvilleblues.com and for students and members of any blues organization. All others pay $15 at the door.
99.9 HANK FM broadcasts live from the BBC every Saturday night! We can't thank Hank enough for supporting the BBC and the blues these last two years. We also thank Miller Lite for its continuing sponsorship to help make the broadcasts possible. As usual, Ms. Ernestine will be fryin' her fish this weekend. Look for her in Terry's Blues Room next to the bonfire and make your BBC experience complete! We'll let you know if she will be fryin' fish for the weeknight shows. On Sunday, Feb. 12, from 4 pm to 10 pm, the BBC hosts the Triple R Horse Rescue Have A Heart Fundraiser. Triple R is a volunteer organization committed to saving the lives of neglected and abused equines in the Tallahassee, area. They provide veterinary services, feed, medications, safe homes, and loving care to their adoptees. The event Includes dinner by “Real Paella,” Dancing with “Tom and the Cats,” silent auction and raffle! For information, call (850) 219-1497 or (850) 878-1670. More information, including a preview of the fabulous auction items, and to purchase tickets, log onto: http://triplerhorserescue.org/wordpress/?page_id=1033
"a great singer
and a fantastic showman... Rawls filled the dance floor
"...an ace band leader, singer, songwriter and chitlin-circuit fave who knows all about crowd pleasing." Minneapolis Star and Tribune Johnny is nationally renowned for his soulful blues style. He won the 2010 Blues Music Award for Soul/Blues Album of the Year for "Ace of Spades". Living Blues magazine named his cd, "Red Cadillac" the Best Soul Blues Album in 2009. He has also been nominated for three Blues Music Awards for Soul/Blues Artist of the Year. This is a great opportunity to see Johnny in the cozy confines of the jook with your main squeeze wrapped around you on the dance floor and a romantic bonfire to heat things up between sets. The Johnny Rawls provides the spark. The BBC will provide the candles, chocolates, flowers, bonfire and libations to fan the flames. The rest is up to you. Check out Johnny at: http://www.johnnyrawlsblues.com Music starts at 8:00. Advance tickets are specially priced at only $8 and are available at http://www.bradfordvilleblues.com and $10 on the day of show. Students, and members of any blues organization get in for $8 on the day of show.
February is HOT (at least inside). Check out the schedule:
Steady Rollin' Bob Margolin on March 2; Chick Willis on March 3; Trampled Under Foot on March 9; The Rick Lollar Band on March 10; Karen Lovely on Thursday, March 15; Davina & The Vagabonds on March 16: The Club's Favorite Son, Johnnie Marshall on March 17; Sarasota Slim on March 23; Larry Garner on March 24; The Sauce Boss, Bill Wharton on March 30; and we close it out with Victor Wainwright on March 31. Check our website (www.bradfordvilleblues.com) for information and tickets on these shows or call the club (850/906-0766) for reservations but remember that advance ticket purchasers get table priority. We have new BBC shirts, both short sleeve and long sleeve. Men sizes Medium to XXXL and Women's sizes Small to Large. Get them at the club. BLUES
ON THE AIR: Tune in to The Sunday Morning
Blues Show with Dr. Blues: WVFS, The Voice at 89.7
FM and http://wvfs.fsu.edu
from 10:00 a.m to 1 p.m. BLUES AND JAZZ ON THE WEB: Check out Jazz Blues Florida on the web for a comprehensive look at live music in Florida from the Keys to Pensacola. http://www.jazzbluesflorida.com Charlie Boyer and the good folks at JBF do a great job in promoting shows, artists, bands and live music. An excellent source for all things live music in Florida. Rest up this week and have a big time at the BBC this weekend and next week. Kim, Gary and the BBC Irregulars Gary Anton
7152 Moses Lane Tallahassee, FL, 32309 (850) 906-0766   |
“FOUR
STARS!.. the two share the ability to convey boundless and romantic
uncertainty, supported by a crackerjack rhythm section.."
Frank-John Hadley, Downbeat
Legendary
saxophone great "
1996
Winner of the Howling Wolf Award at the Chicago Blues Festival
and 10 Blues Music Award nominations, including 2010 and 2011
for Best Instrumentalist-Saxophone. His long time band, one
of the hottest blues bands in Chicago, includes his son, Eddie
Vaan Shaw, a renowned guitar player and songwriter in his own
right, and bassist and vocalist Lafayette "Shorty"
Gilbert who has been Eddie's bass player for over 20 years.
This is Chicago blues at its very finest--the real deal and
a perfect fit for the jook. Highly recommended. Listen to some
of Eddie's music at 
Bring
your honey to the BBC on Tuesday, Feb. 14 as the BBC
celebrates Valentine's Day
with a special show with the sexy, soulful, silky smooth offerings
of J
"Mississippi
soul-blues man who wows crowds with his smoldering vocals and
guitar style." The Charlotte Observer
On
Thursday, Feb. 16, it's an encore appearance for The
Rockabilly Hall of Fame enshrined 
notion
of the band's signature style. It ain't blues but it sho'nuff
fits the ol' road house in the backwoods. From the Grand Ol'
Opry to Conan, these guys have been touring for over 20 years.
The band is led by "Big Sandy" (not a misnomer) Rusty
Williams on vocals and guitars, Ashley Kingman on guitar, Jeff
West on upright bass and vocals, and Joe Perez on drums (possibly
a peddle steel player, too). Really good stuff. Lots of fun.
Lots of dancin'. A don't miss and a real bargain at only $8
in advance at http://www.bradfordvilleblues.com and for students
and blues organization members. $10 on the day of show for all
others. Check 'em out, put on your high water pants, poodle
skirts, bobbie socks, dancin' boots, roll up cigarettes in your
sleeve, grease bck your duck-tails and start the weekend early.
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