It’s not often that an artist gets to return home, and when they do it is always special for them aas well as the community they left to pursue their dreams.
We here in Rochester, NY were treated to the return of the native when Lionel and band played Sticky Lips BBQ & Juke Joint. A super venue for seeing live music putting us right in the pit with the band it soon became obvious to al of us that it was more a living room that a juke joint.
Lionel showcased his exceptional fiddle playing as well as his superb feel for the slide guitar (not to mention his stage presence and humor). Along with his band of outstanding musicians, Andre Mali (trumpet), Dexter Payne (Sax, Clarinet, Harp), Jay Forrest (drums, vocals) and Kimet Stone (bass) he was joined by Rochester guitarist Chet Cattalo for impromptu jamming and it was like they played together for years!
Support the artists – go see live music – but their CD’s directly from them, and spread the word. If you don’t who will and all we will be left with is corporate music for the masses……
Daisy Pro Jam Friday Nite
A great jam featuring many killah blues cats and kittens. Good rotation and hot jammin'.
Artists Gallery 1
Action photos, and a few candids, from artists whom I saw at IBC's.Thank you one and all for the music and spirit of love (competition was an odd name for sure).
Walking in Memphis
Photos of friends and crowds at the 2012 IBC's. With so much going on it was just fun to people watch.
Bob Margolin Rum Boogie Blast
On the final night of the IBC's, Steady Rollin' Bob Margolin hosted a showcase of artists -phew what a way to end a great time in Memphis.
Ms. Bettye LaVette LRBC
Outstanding performance captured by Leslie K. Joseph aboard the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise January 2012.
Chris Cain LRBC Dynamo of Blues
This cat just plain laid it out and everyone dug his sets. After the first set the boat was buzzin' and he never let up - each show, each song each note was like a live wire in water.
Rememberig Louisiana Red
RIP Iverson Minter AKA Louisiana Red March 23rd, 1932- to February 25, 2012.
Eric Lindell , HIRO Ballroom
Eric and band kicked out the jams 2/25/12 in NYC for an enthusiastic crowd of new and old friends alike.
Homemade Jamz Blues Band
Folks this is the future of the Blues, and that future is in very good hands.
International Blues on LRBC- Europe
The Blues is alive and well, and yes, thriving. First part of some of the International artists on the January 2012 Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise. This one features Schroter & Breitfelder (Germany) and Philpp Fankhauser (Switzerland).
International Blues on LRBC Part 2: Canada
Second part of photo feature on International Blues - this one features Canadian artists Shakura S'Aida & Matt Anderson
Anthony Gomes, Rochester, NY
CD release party for 'Up 2 Zero' Great night of rockin' the Blues with Anthony, Scot Sutherland and Roger Femali. WHOA !
Ben Prestage
A truly unique artist, Ben Prestage is a modern day one man band. Song writing skills are top of the line, super show at LRBC pre-cruise Party. Thanks to South Florida Blues Society.
Debbie Davies at Dinosaur BBQ
Rochester, NY was exposed to a full out Blues Attack as Debbie Davies took the stage on Wednesday, March 21, 2012. Even the tulips and daffodils came out for their dose of some good blues.
Joe Louis Walker with Steve Grills
Rochester had a great week of blues, Joe Louis Walker and band with local blues cat Steve Grills opening up for him.
Samantha Fish Torches Western NY
Ms. Fish and her band Go Go Ray (drums) & Paul Greenlease (bass) tore thru Western NY State as part of their East Coast Tour. Do see them if you can !Special thanks to Martin Goettsch for snapping some stills at Syracuse show !
Blues Music Awards 2010-11
Everyone knows of the great music inside the ballroom, but the secret spot is in the hallways just outside. It's where the neat, petite and elite meet 'n' greet - it's sweet !
2012 BMA's Wednesday Night Party
From Rum Boogie down to the Hard Rock Cafe, Beale Street was jammin' and slammin', illustratin' and intoxicatin' as the best of the blues were on display.
Mississippi Blues Trail Marker
The Blues Foundation was presented with a Mississippi Blues Trail Marker on May11, 2012 at their HQ's and home for the future Blues Hall of Fame.
BMA's Pre-Award congregatin' and conversatin'
A collection of snaps from early Thursday morning (like wee-hours) to afternoon and just up to pause before the awards.
Hallways & Ballroom BMA's
Yep from the pre-party gathering of the tribes to the Awards themselves, to the fast and furious hal;way outside the main room, here are the better of the best from our collection.
Friday in Memphis, Still Going Strong
Mississippi Blues Trail Marker, c.c. Twoletters (Stephens), Baseball/BBQ/Blues and a late night dinner with friends.
Chesapeake Bay Blues Fest - Day 2 Sunday
Day 2, great venue, super bands, great variety of music - like back in the day !Featuring Jonny Lang, JJ Grey & Mofro, Shemekia Copeland, Philipp Fankhauser, Michael Williams Band, Lydia Pense & Cold Blood, and Albert Cummings.
Lionel Young - Rochester, NY
Local cat comes home and bring his blend of Blues, Jazz, Classical and great times to old and now new friends.A great night of music and fun for all.
Chesapeake Bay Blues Festival Saturday Day 1
Wonderful venue, beautiful sunny day. Featuring Tedeschi/Trucks, Janiva Magness, Ruthie Foster, Big Head Todd, Honey Island Swamp Band, Michael Burks Tribute (Bernard Allison & Lurrie Bell), and Chesapeake Bay Blues Band.
JP Soars & The Red Hots
Stopping by Rochester, NY to bring some heat JP and the boys, Chris Peet (d), Don Gottleib (b) gave us a taste of Florida blues mixed with some downright heavy surf metal!
Peter Novelli
In for a visit up here in Rochester, NY, Peter and band delighted the crowd with some seriously cool grooves and rich tone. Gotta see this cat if he is nearby.
NY State Blues Festival
July 13, 14, 15, 2012 Great setting in downtown Syracuse, NY featured bands here are Anders Osborne w/Johnny Sansone, Monkey Junk, Matt Schofield, Bill Thompson, throw in some friends and it's a whoop-de-doo!
Walter Trout
One show at Biscuits & Blues, WHOA! Great show, intimate & entertaining.
Buddy Guy & The Blues
So you are having trouble creating lyrics for the contest, well here are some snaps to help ya along. Photos by Leslie K. Joseph taken at the Historic Bluestock Concert August2011.
PREVIEW: Pennsylvania Blues Festival 7/27-29, 2012
Just a few snaps of artists that you will be seeing this weekend at this iconic festival in the mountains of Pennsylvania. Photos courtesy of Leslie K. Joseph, Blues411
Pennsylvania/Pocono Blues Festival
Three days with 15 international/national acts on hand, plus great group of blues fans and more fun times than we could ever ask for, including rain!
Riverfront Blues Festival
Three days of great music and fun, this little gem is a must do festival on our summer schedule. Thanks to all involved and to all the peeps who partook in the good times.
20th Annual Chenango Blues Festival - Artist Preview
Friday August 17th marks the 20th anniversary of the best one day festival in the land. Blues peeps from near and far have gathered to celebrate some superb blues music in Norwich, NY. If ya got the time come on out and see what the best kept secret fetival is all about.
Chenango Blues Festival Free Friday
What a great start to what has been a terrific Blues festival year after year. Celebrating their 20th year - the party started Friday night with Murali Coryell, Anders Osborne and Papa Grows Funk.
Bluestock Revisited
Just over a year ago Steve Simon and others put together a three day festival that combined the vibe of Woodstock and the magic of Blues music.
Chenango Saturday
The full festival day. Super artists, great vibes and much good music!
Hugh's Room; Tribute to Little Walter
For our anniversary we jutted up to Toronto to see Raoul Bhaneja, Steve Marriner and special guest Billy Boy Arnold at Hugh's Room. A great tribute with fine music and good times - everyone enjoyed it!
Artists on October 2012 LRBC !
Hope those going will enjoy these artists as much as we have. Say hi to them from Blues411, and have yourselves a party to end all parties. jimi & leslie
Bradenton Blues Festival
December 1, 2012. Tremendously successful inaugural fest, great bands, great music, super well run. Add this to your 'MUST ATTEND' festival list.
Chicago, January 2013
The US Debut of Linda Valori, who unfortunately got the good ol' American Flu and had to cancel after one show. Yet from bad comes good as we were treated to the amazing Sax Gordon, plus Luca Giordano and the killer band. Thanks to Rosa's Lounge and Mr. Tony for the opportunity.
Michael Burks Photo Tribute
There is not much to say, Michael was taken from us far too early in life. He was a gentle, sweet man, and a stunning musician. On the January LRBC there will be a tribute wall of photos from fans these are some of Blues411's contributions to it. Bless you brother, and thank you.
LRBC January, 2013
What may very well have been one of the top musical cruises of the ten or so I have been on. Some fine snaps from 'the eyes' of Blues411.
Until next time,
Love, Peace & Chicken Grease
chefjimi
©Blues411.com 2012
photos: Leslie K. Joseph, Blues411
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