All Blog Posts Tagged 'Chris' (40)

Q&A with veteran British drummer Chris Hunt, an amazing musician who has played with many legendary artists

"Music does so many things it's a form of communication that brings people together, evokes emotions and memories. We use it to relax, and it has been proven to improve physical health."

Chris Hunt: Dr. Feelgood of Rhythm

Chris Hunt is an amazing British drummer, hugely respected. Professional drummer since 1966 has played with many name artists…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on February 12, 2024 at 9:00am — No Comments

Q&A with harmonica master Chris O'Leary, ranks among the blues and roots world’s most talented unsung heroes

"My hope is that younger generations will fall in love with this music much like I did ... My fear is that they’re not being exposed to Americana is big amongst younger audiences in my opinion Blues should be a bigger part of that. When you talk about American Music Blues is woven into, and provides the bedrock for everything Rock country R&B jazz etc. so if you’re talking Americana. What’s more American than Blues."…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on February 1, 2024 at 8:00am — No Comments

Q&A with Detroit-based bluesman Chris Canas, continues the rich music legacy of the Motor City with passion

"Detroit has a deep and storied musical heritage, with a history deeply rooted in blues, soul, and R&B. The city has been home to legendary musicians like John Lee Hooker, Muddy Waters, and Big Maceo, who helped shape the blues genre. This heritage has created a lasting connection between the people of Detroit and the blues, fostering a strong sense of pride and appreciation for the music."

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

Q&A with Greek musician Voodoo Drummer (aka Chris Koutsogiannis), amazing addition of tribal and traditional rhythms

"Music is Devil’s work so we must make a deal and set the controls…"

Voodoo Drummer: Swingin' The Passion 

VOODOO DRUMMER released Erik Satie’s “Gnossienne No 1” in…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 25, 2023 at 11:00am — No Comments

Q&A with modern blues guitarist/singer Chris Beard, personal connections to the blues were forged with the living blues men

"It's pretty simple...be true to yourself. Figure out what you want, what you are capable of and go for it. You have heard this before, but the adversities along the way will break you or make you stronger, hopefully, the latter."

Chris Beard: Nothin' But A Blues Heart

Chris Beard is a modern blues guitarist and singer like no other. His personal…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 6, 2023 at 9:30am — No Comments

Q&A with Toronto-based Chris Antonik, a blues-rock guitarist, singer/song writer, who pays deep respect to blues tradition

​"I think this music is timeless, and people will always love it, however, I think the reason blues has been able to generate renewed interest in recent years, is because newer artists are mixing blues with other genres, like rock, soul, pop, even hip hop."

Chris Antonik: Morningstar Blues

Since his nomination for Best New Artist at…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on June 14, 2022 at 12:00pm — No Comments

Q&A with Blues-Rock band Until The Sun, elements of various styles, but always have one foot in the blues

"Undoubtedly, it had a huge impact of bringing people together and transcending the racial problems of the past. There’s something tribal about music that supersedes superficial barometers of judgment. As a musician and songwriter, I want my music to do that indescribable thing that happens when you hear a song you love. To touch people's souls."

Until The Sun: Roomful of Blues…

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Q&A with Iowa-based Avey Grouws Band, deep connection to the Quad Cities and the music of the Mississippi River

"When I found blues, I found freedom. Freedom to sing the pain, to wail, to moan, to feel. And with that ability to feel and to release also comes joy and celebration and humor, which you can also find in this music. Freedom to experience the pain and the joy of life. Blues is life."

Avey Grouws Band: Heartbeat Music

With a deep…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on August 9, 2021 at 1:00am — No Comments

Q&A with Mississippi blues artist Chris Gill, has been lighting up stages in the mid-South for over twenty years

"The vibe and tone of the old guitars is truly special! I will never tire of the rawness and in the moment trueness of the early Blues! One take, no digital tools, just the truth in the moment! I think that’s what moves me the most about the old school Blues."

Chris Gill: The Healing Power of Music

Long time Mississippi blues artist Chris Gill has…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on May 13, 2021 at 11:00am — No Comments

Q&A with Long Island singer/songwriter Chris St. John - draws from multiple genres, utilizing an array of instruments

"I think the impact of music on the world is understated, undeniable, and incalculable. All peoples find joy from making and listening to music. I want my music to make people happy and deeply think."

Chris St. John: The Soundtrack of Dreams

Over the last quarter century, Long Island singer/songwriter Chris St. John has truly led a diverse and…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on April 2, 2021 at 8:30am — No Comments

Q&A with Dutch guitarist Chris Janssen of Sweet Bourbon - blues, jazz and soul influences with southern-rock style

"Music, blues or not, is art and culture. Some songs you have written give people a certain feeling and experience and with other songs you try to share the lyrics as well. You always have something to say. With my music I try to contribute to a free and carefree society. A musical ideology that is never finished. But most of all, let people enjoy our music!"

Sweet Bourbon: Born A…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on March 20, 2021 at 10:00am — No Comments

Q&A with world-class composer and saxophonist Chris Potter, has emerged as a leading light of his generation

"Jazz of course has been associated from the beginning with an oppressed underclass, and has played an important role in the struggle for civil rights here in the U.S as well as inspiring other people around the world in their quest for equality. The greatest musicians have a way of reaching all kinds of people, regardless of background, through the fundamental humanity in their sound. This inspiration can be an important force for positive social change I…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on February 15, 2021 at 11:30am — No Comments

Q&A with legendary singer Chris Thompson, has penned a seething new message with his single “Blood On His Hands”

"I think there are too many people on the planet and the rate of population increase is unsustainable and something will happen to change that through necessity. I liken us to the dinosaurs… they got too big for their environment, ate up all the food and got wiped out. I know that’s dramatic, but the way we live just cannot last. It’s a shame because it is a wonderful world."

Chris Thompson: The…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on October 14, 2020 at 6:00pm — No Comments

Q&A with Greek drummer & educator Chris Koutsouris - Groove is all that matters, make it funky and keep roll

"Music is stronger than laws, governments and military forces. Speaks to your heart and it’s a beautiful way affecting people to peace, equality, harmony of the soul, away from anything that can harm your peace of mind."

Chris Koutsouris: Rock, Beat & United

Chris Koutsouris was born in 1960 Thessaloniki, Greece and started play drums at 1974,…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on June 22, 2020 at 10:00am — No Comments

Q&A with North Carolina-based musician Chris Rodrigues, keeping alive the traditional songs of American heritage

"People have been getting the blues for years and will continue to get them. The blues of the past is the blues of the future."

Chris Rodriques:

Roots & Blooms of American Music

Chris Rodrigues plays the guitar, blows the harmonica, stomps on a suitcase with his right foot, taps on…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on January 5, 2020 at 6:30pm — No Comments

Q&A with Swiss band of Ellis Mano Band (Chris Ellis & Edis Mano), a right colleagues with Blues/Soul/Rock

"Blues... is a bridge, it connects. As I said I believe in a musical universal language that can overcome barriers, and I think the blues is part of that."

Ellis Mano Band: Rockin' The Blues

To use a label such as "Supergroup“, especially in the rather small European Blues and Rock music scene (Switzerland) is indeed something to be carefully…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on April 26, 2019 at 10:00pm — No Comments

Interview with versatile Greek musician, Chris Stassinopoulos - one of the pioneers of Prog Rock & Jazz Fusion scene

Chris Stassinopoulos: Light In The Dark 

Versatile Greek musician, Chris Stassinopoulos is one of the pioneers of the European Prog Rock & Jazz Fusion music scene of 1970s. Chris was born in Athens Greece at 1951. He's drummer, pianist, keyboardist and composer. Shared the stage and recorded with AXIS, ZAO, CLEAR LIGHT, CATHERINE LARA, FRANCIS MOZE (ex GONG, MAGMA), JANNICK TOP (ex MAGMA), JOEL…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on March 11, 2019 at 2:30pm — No Comments

Q&A with legendary British blues knight Chris Youlden - savour the vintage, original, pure, and authentic

"Where would I go…On a human level leaving music aside, being interested in archeology, prehistory and all that I think I would rather go back to 40,000 years ago, and see Neanderthal man first, Homo Sapiens and go from there. On a musical level I would like to go back to probably the late forties, early fifties where one of my heroes Muddy Waters was making it."

Chris Youlden: Savour The…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on November 14, 2018 at 5:00pm — No Comments

Versatile songwriter/guitarist Chris Daniels talks about the specificity of blues and his course in music

"That is the great thing about blues...we ALL have awful stuff that happens to us...rich man - poor man - black man - white man - bad times and hard time come to us ALL - and to be a good songwriter for the blues..."

Chris Daniels: The Sound of Kings…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on November 17, 2017 at 10:30pm — No Comments

Bluesman Chris Beard talks about his father Joe Beard, Matt Guitar Murphy, Luther Allison, & his own blues career

"The Blues is a Healer You doesn’t have felt blue to play the blues."

Chris Beard: The Prince of Blues…

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Added by Michael Limnios Blues Network on August 2, 2017 at 2:30pm — No Comments

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