All Blog Posts Tagged 'California' (47)

Q&A with West Coast harmonica player John Clifton, one of those rare musicians that has dedicated himself to the Blues

"It's interesting to see how the listener reacts to the music and how much they love the music in other parts of the world. It seems to be a universal music that moves people everywhere."

John Clifton: Coast to Coast Blues

As a co-founder (w/ brother Bill Clifton) of Fresno's The MoFo Party Band, John Clifton has solidified himself as one of…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on March 19, 2024 at 9:00am — No Comments

Q&A with veteran keyboard player, singer and arranger Kirk Nelson, fusing funky soulful blues with NOLA style

"I believe preservation of all American Roots Music is imperative and needs to be ingrained with current and future generations. Just playing recordings of music from the past is not enough. When the youth of today witnesses a performance, it has more of a cultural impact which subsequently breathes new life into the genre."

Kirk Nelson: Savor The Moment…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on February 23, 2024 at 9:00am — No Comments

Q&A with California-based Anthony Cullins, a young musical prodigy whose guitar playing ability is years beyond his age

"I miss the improvisation aspect in some of today's music, and the fact that back then all the musicians had to be together to record a track. I hope that a lot of the traditional aspects come back in style. I fear that musicians in the future won't pay as much attention to the history of their instrument or just music in general such as the blues."

Anthony Cullins:…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on February 6, 2024 at 6:00pm — No Comments

Q&A with Robert Jon (& The Wreck) take the Southern rock sound from the east coast and make it their own.

"Music has always been at the forefront of world cultural issues and expression. It could possibly be the best non-aggressive way to express an opinion about any subject. We just want our music to relate with people. We want you to have a good time at live shows and let the music take you away when you need it."

Robert Jon & The Wreck:…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on January 25, 2024 at 11:30am — No Comments

Q&A with blues-rock guitarist and vocalist Jon Geiger, one of Southern California's hardest-working blues men

"I have no fear of the future for that kind of music… What I miss I guess and what I hope for is more venues to do such in, and for club owners and the like to realize that if they build it, people will come… And to trust that music that comes from that place will always be needed… and people will always look for it… Because it is a soul healer…"

Jon Geiger: Rockin' The Blues…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 14, 2023 at 9:00am — No Comments

Q&A with guitarist/singer Brad “Guitar” Wilson, has a soulful contemporary sound, tapping into all his sources of inspiration

"It is about having your health. Feeling good and your body working well enough to make music. Music is very physical, takes a lot to play and instrument and sing. Life can be a struggle and people use drugs, liquor and bad relationships to cope. That stuff just breaks you down and you can't go on. Your music and voice is not as good if you do not take care of yourself."

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on June 15, 2023 at 2:00pm — No Comments

Q&A with Folk/Americana trio The Refugees, an homage to harmony-focused California bands of the 60s & 70s

"I believe music, at certain times in our lives, in society, is one of the ONLY ways to reach and connect with people! We know that from the '60s."

The Refugees: Back To The Roots

Folk/Americana trio The Refugees to release CALIFORNIA, an homage to harmony-focused California bands of the 60s & 70s on May 19th,…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on May 8, 2023 at 9:30am — No Comments

Q&A with Steve Zelman of Rhythm Krewe, a group of nine musicians to play some of the great blues, R&B and soul music

"Blues will always survive in one way or another.  Of course, there was a time when it was part of what was called "race music," when it was more of an underground art form. It is the living root of jazz and rock music, and has been a significant influence in country and even pop music. Though the mass popularity of traditional blues may skip a generation now and then, blues will survive because of the honesty,…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on February 18, 2023 at 8:00pm — No Comments

Q&A with rocking blues master Rick Estrin, one of the great characters in blues world, wildly fun and musically fearless

"I hope the blues affects people similarly to the way it affects me - I hope it provides some relief from their day to day struggles, and fosters a sense of community - I hope it helps people see that we’re all in this together."

Rick Estrin: A Genius Blues Nightcat

Rick Estrin was born in San Francisco, California in 1949, and grew up fiercely…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on February 10, 2023 at 11:00am — No Comments

Q&A with California-based guitarist/singer Alastair Greene, ridden his Blues-soaked rock into the 21st century

"I’d never claim to understand the meaning of life, but I am sure it has something to do with loving and respecting one another and trying to leave the world a better place than we found it. Trying to bring joy to the world is so important. That may seem simple and cliche’. I truly believe in the power of music to make the world a better place."

Alastair Greene: Alive In The New…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on January 31, 2023 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Q&A with Ernie Pinata & Tom Gerrits of Delta Wires, high-energy blues band from the Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area

"Blues was the foundation of rock music, but the more rock sound took over. music has to come from the heart, you must have music knowledge, but playing from the heart is the key."

Delta Wires: Rocking Big Band Blues

The DELTA WIRES is a big, high-energy harmonica and horns blues band from the Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area. They were Finalists…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on January 21, 2023 at 12:30pm — No Comments

Q&A with California-based legendary blues guitarist Buddy Reed, an uncompromising original blues veteran

"If you are true to yourself and really know yourself as an artist and know what you’re laying down is the real deal, then you rise above all the noise and the crap that’s involved."

Buddy Reed: The Real Blues Deal

Ivan Elmo "Buddy" Reed got his start playing the blues in San Bernardino,…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on January 21, 2023 at 11:00am — No Comments

Q&A with LA-based vocalist and harmonica man Douglas Avery, a veteran musician with feeling the emotion of music

"The music will affect everyone differently; as far as the socio-cultural implication, my hope is that the music affects people in a positive way-stirs something in their soul."

Douglas Avery: Pure Emotion of Music

Douglas Avery considers himself a lucky man able to live his dream as a musician. Born in Los Angeles, Avery got an early start…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on January 9, 2023 at 5:30pm — No Comments

Q&A with Bay Area blues singer/songwriter Kim Lembo, brings an edgy soulfulness combined with poetic lyrics and storytelling

"...the shamanic components of blues. This music is deep. I'm hoping that people continue to feel it from their souls to their feet."

Kim Lembo: Shamanic Blues Bay

Kim Lembo is a Bay Area Blues Singer, Songwriter and Producer. After recording 4 albums in the 90's and early 2000's with indie label Blue Wave Records, as well as French label Sky…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on December 6, 2022 at 11:00am — No Comments

Q&A with San Francisco native slide guitarist Dennis Johnson, deep passion for preserving and innovating roots music

"Music brings people together and reminds us of what we have in common. There are too many divisive forces in society that try to marginalize and turn people against each other. Music is a positive energy that counterbalances that. Music is a universal language that highlights what have in common and unites people."

Dennis Johnson: Slide Roads Blues…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on May 31, 2022 at 12:30pm — No Comments

Q&A with internationally acclaimed percussionist, Jim Greiner, educator, and drum community drumming leader

"Music has been a part of human culture for thousands of years since we first gathered around a fire and chanted, moved our bodies, hit things, shook things, and ecstatically celebrated living and thriving together. I get up every day with an intention to serve that same purpose."

Jim Greiner: Rhythm Power, Hands Beat

Jim Greiner is a multiple…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on May 30, 2022 at 2:00pm — No Comments

Q&A with Fantastic Negrito, his new album is an exhilarating ode to the power of family and the enduring resilience of our shared humanity

"I just hope we can take it one step at a time, take it one day at a time and do better. I do not like to deal with fear, I do not think like that. You can’t think in fear, in these terms. It is impossible to do that. I'm not afraid of anything, I hope we can all make better choices. Because it really is on us. It does not lie in a higher power, it is the choices you make when you hang up this phone, the choices I make. This is the power. I hope we make…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on May 3, 2022 at 6:30pm — No Comments

Q&A with Gino Matteo & Jade Bennett, a collective of brilliant musicians - breath of fresh air to the music world

"I think it’s personal to everyone how music hits them. Songs inspire people and movements, but I never write that way. I write for myself to get things off my chest and feel better about my life. It’s the only thing that helps me. I want people to hear themselves in the songs I write, of course. But that’s never the goal. The goal is to get out of my own head."

Bennett Matteo Band: Shake The…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on April 14, 2022 at 8:51pm — No Comments

Q&A with Southern California-based vocalist Sandy Haley, high-energy, soulful, blues entertainment experience with powerful vocals

"I love traditional blues of the past. I wish we had some better recordings of some of the early artists. They were filled with authenticity and great storytelling. I think blues is in the heart and soul so I don’t fear the evolution of the genre as long as everyone keeps it real."

Sandy Haley: Feels Like Freedom

Southern California-based blues…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on March 30, 2022 at 9:30am — No Comments

Guitarist Leon Rubenhold talks about his career, Outlaw Blues Band and the 60s Psychedelic Blues/Rock era

"Music is such a powerful language which transcends all communication barriers. If used correctly it can influence vast amounts of people by delivering the message you want. You have to be careful in what you imply because the result might not be what you intended. Many have been irresponsible in their choice of message, and many have been spot on. I personally want my music to uplift and or impart the truth as it is and help raise the consciousness of the…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on January 26, 2022 at 9:30am — No Comments

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