Tuesday, December 29, 2015

Jazz & Blues Florida - The Best of 2015 List's BEST TIKI BAR MUSIC NIGHT Announced


2: The Best Tiki Bar Music Night - Ka' Tiki Sunset Beach

TC Carr & Bolts of Blue
TC Carr Vocals and Harmonica
Josh Nelms Guitar
Vinnie Seplesky Bass 
Dennis McCarthy Drums and vocals
Special Guest: Jimmy Griswold
Hands down, the Ka' Tiki at Sunset Beach on Treasure Island RULES Monday nights in Florida. It is everything you would expect, with more in the music department than you would believe if you haven't been there, yet!  TC Carr & Bolts of Blue hold down the regular weekly gig with a rotation of the best artists you will see anywhere in Florida. The place is affordable and easy-going (except for that parking thing, but hey, it's a beach island in season - what do expect?) with a vibe that rolls right in off the gulf and takes the patrons far away from what most of them know as regular life. For others, this is their real life. Here are links Facebook albums from previous visits with pics, commentary and vid clips in the comments. You'll see what I mean!

Jazz & Blues Florida Blog:

Facebook Albums:
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10206502705981160.1073742161.1075458403&type=1&l=d399377a4f 

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10204902957148439.1073742021.1075458403&type=1&l=76dcc61232

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10205326650300503.1073742047.1075458403&type=1&l=0182fa107d 

1: The Best Blues Photo
Photo by Louis Blackwell - Commissioned by Jazz Blues Florida LLC
(L-R: Dave Renson, Little Mike, Steve Howell, Ace Brawler, Eloise Davis)
Click on photo for larger image.
On Saturday, October 3, 2015 we gathered for the 7th Annual Pat Ramsey Benefit for Big Bend Hospice Concert at the Bradfordville Blues Club. This photo is of the closing set, with Little Mike and The Blues Disciples.

This photo was chosen not upon only the quality of the photo (composition, lighting, etc), rather, for that and multiple other reasons - what it captures, invokes and represents, perhaps.

The scene is the venerable Bradfordville Blues Club (Leave your drinks, politics and weapons at home, please. You don't need them here). A gathering place of the blues community. A club with a gig for thousands of musicians making their way down the highway over the years. The walls echo with the everlasting vibrations of the music they brought, they left here, and they took with them. A place of solace and rejuvenation for tens of thousands of us that search out the music and the accompanying society for these reasons, whether or not we know or admit that is why we come. The spirit of music, and its people, lives here. Thank you Gary, Kim and the extended BBC Family (AKA: The Irregulars) for keeping the light lit at the little jook in the woods where the gravel road turns to dirt.

The event is about music bringing good people together and doing good for others, while we are still here, while remembering and honoring those that went on before. Old friends in the knowing presence of old friends. Acquaintances and newcomers quickly becoming friends with those that will someday become old friends as we roll on through life and take this day with us. Pat Ramsey is all of this, and still here with us.

The musicians shown - with the intensity of the night, the music, and the gathering showing in each of their faces - bring together the past, the present, and the future, and well represent our community. Pat's bandmates (the past), his son(the future), the present (Major Bacon & Little Mike), and the interconnection of all here in Florida. Whether born here, moved here, or touring here and the world, they join tonight on stage for a 1st-off, 1st-rate show as if they have been playing together for years.

And, the dancers. All of us weren't meant to dance, but all of us are made happier by those that do. Thank you.

Thank you Louis Blackwell for this photo that will become part of all said above.

More info on the event CLICK HERE

Well, that's all I got for now. If I come up with other 'Bests" that I feel should be shared, I'll be updating this page.

And, a personal Thank you to Debbi Ramsey and Steve Howell for their tireless effort in producing this event each year and allowing my participation. It is truly one of my best days each year.

DISCLOSURE STATEMENT: Little Mike & The Tornadoes and Bradfordville Blues Club are clients of Jazz Blues Florida LLC. The event is not a client, nor any of the other artists.

Best!
Charlie

Jazz & Blues Florida
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Monday, December 28, 2015

SWINGIN' THE NEW YEAR in Grand Style in St. Petersburg FL! It's not too late to have the time of your life!



Swingin' the New Year!
GRAND NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION FOR ALL AGES
Thursday, December 31st, 2015
at the  ST PETERSBURG COLISEUM
featuring  MITCH WOODS & HIS ROCKET 88'S!


Swingin' the New Year proudly presents...boogie-woogie piano legend, Mitch Woods, who's traveling all the way from California to rock the house LIVE on grand piano at the spectacular St. Petersburg Coliseum!  Mitch is joined by his band of swinging rhythm section and horns, the Rocket 88's, who will kick the Coliseum Ballroom into high gear, as they jump & boogie, rock & swing the place like you've never seen!  From swingin' New Orleans rhythm & blues dance grooves (in the style of Fats Domino and others), to soulful ballads, to rockin' high-energy originals, Mitch Woods & his Rocket 88's deliver music that'll make you want to jump up and dance!


Live Music & Dancing + Celebration!  9pm-1am
Swing Dance Lesson:  8-9pm (no partner needed)
Doors Open 7:30pm

Midnight Countdown & BALLOON DROP
Vintage Fashion Photo Shoot & Contest!
Party Favors  ~  Noisemakers  ~  Chocolates  ~  Prize Giveaways
Full Cash Bar w/ Champagne Bottles & Toasts Available
All Ages  *  Smoke-Free  *  New Year's Decor  *  Free Parking
Dress to Impress!    New Year's and Vintage Attire Encouraged

TICKETS: $30     Purchase Advance Tickets:
Securely Online at www.NewYearSwing.com
By Phone at 727-669-7830 or 813-579-4645

The spectacular St. Petersburg Coliseum provides historic swing-era ambiance and an unparalleled 15,000 square foot oak dance floor!  The St. Petersburg Coliseum is located at 535 4th Ave. N., St. Petersburg FL 33701. MAP




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Calling All Songwriters - Our Santa Fe RiverFest to be held April 17, 2016


Songwriters can share their musical skills and help raise money for a good cause—our drinking water—by participating in the 6th annual Santa Fe Riverfest, being held April 17, 2016.

Our Santa Fe River, Inc. (OSFR), a non-profit organization working to protect the aquifer, springs and waters in this area, is sponsoring the songwriting contest and music festival. It will be held at Rum 138, located west of High Springs (corner of C.R. 138 and Rum Island Terrace) (MAP), and hosted by WKTK host Storm Roberts.
           
“We encourage all songwriters to write a song about the river and share their talents with our community. We are especially excited about this next festival. It will be bigger and more substantial, with a band, family activities, food and drinks, and first-rate silent auction gifts,” said Pam Smith, president of OSFR. “We hope more songwriters will participate this year. Everyone is so appreciative of their efforts and truly enjoys the music.”

Songwriters should submit a MP3 about the Santa Re River no later than March 1 to info@ourSantaFeRiver.org. Judges will look for originality, quality of lyrics, melody and performance. The finalists will take the stage during the afternoon and will have an opportunity to win the $300 first place prize. Each finalist will receive a professional video of their performance, which also will be placed on YouTube.

For more information, contact Merrillee Malwitz-Jipson at 386-243-0322, or visit us at facebook.com/oursantaferiver and oursantaferiver.org.


Publisher's Note - Jazz Blues Florida had the opportunity of attending this event in 2013 and it was a most EXCELLENT day! The only thing that would have made it better was to have arrived very early that day to take a river trip prior to the music! Here is the blog about the day: http://jazz-bluesflorida.blogspot.com/2013/10/131006-santa-fe-river-song-contest.html

Sunday, December 27, 2015

Sunshine Jazz Celebrates the Holidays with Ms. Alice TODAY in Miami Shores!

The Sunshine Jazz Organization 
Celebrates 29th Season of Jazz!
Featuring Very Special Guests 
Ms. Alice Day
Sunday, December 27, 2015


Join us today for SJO's Holiday Celebration featuring South Fla's 1st Lady of Jazz, Ms. Alice Day! Special guest Jesse Jones Jr.. joins fabulous bandmates Jaui Schneider, James Cotman and Samuel Chiodo. 6PM-9PM @ Miami Shores Country Club. 10000 Biscayne Blvd, Mia Shores.. Free parking. See you there! 

This celebration is made possible through the support of members, sponsors and you! Join us today from 7:00pm -11:00pm at Miami Shores Country Club, 10000 Biscayne Blvd., Miami Shores, FL 33138. General Admission $30. /SJO Members $20. Admission is FREE if you become a new member or renew at the door. MSCC features Cash Bar/Full Menu/Free Parking. INFO: SJO (954)554-1800; MSCC (305)795-2360. 

SJO programming is presented with support of the Miami-Dade County
Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the
Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners

Sunshine Jazz Organization
Celebrating Our 29th Season!
Thelma Valles (305)693-2594
Holly Spillane (954)554-1800
  

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New Year's Eve Jazz & Blues Celebrations in Florida - updated 12/27/15


Client Events


Naples Grande Beach Resort: 475 Seagate Drive, Naples, FL 34103  New Year's Eve Jazz Gala, Thursday, December 31, 2015: LARRY CORYELL Jazz Fusion Orchestra w/ Larry Coryell - guitar, Murali Coryell - guitar & vocals, Julian Coryell - guitar, Alphonse Mouzon - drums, Ralphe Armstrong - bass, Scott Dickinson - trumpet, Dan Jordan - tenor sax. The evening will include a jazz-fusion concert by guitar legend Larry Coryell and his seven-piece band, an extravagant buffet (Resort chefs have created a gourmet menu for the occasion featuring exotic entrees, sophisticated salads and seafood, a carefully curated cheese station, and delectable desserts featuring regional classics and favorites) a dance floor, champagne and other fun activities. The celebration itself will take place in the 15,000 square-foot Royal Palm Ballroom at 7:30 p.m. From now until November 30, a $20 discount will be applied to all admission tickets, which are currently $149. The price will rise to $169 per guest after December 1. Guests must purchase tickets for entry. Ticket price includes live performance, buffet dinner and the champagne toast.  *Ticket pricing is subject to availability & while supplies last. Limited seating. For tickets - please call Andrea Eastman at 844-618-9513. For tickets + room on New Years Eve, please call our Vacation Planning team at 844-707-5697 or ONLINE. Use Code:  NYE15 for special associated room rates.

      

New Year's Eve Bash with Johnnie Marshall 
Thursday, Dec. 31
$35 Advance TICKETS

      


Heidi's Jazz Club, Cocoa Beach:Heidi's Jazz Club, Cocoa Beach: New Years Eve Special! Kenny Cohen w/ The Ron Teixeira Trio, $95++, Dinner, music, dancing, elegant decorations, balloon drop, party favors and champagne toast. Tickets for New Year's Eve must be purchased in advance. Limited seating. Make your reservation early!

      


Studio 619 at Sea Club Hotel: 619 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304  (954)564-3211 Dec 31: New Year's Eve w/ Bonefish Johnny Trio feat. Piano Bob & Lou Abbott.


      

Ball & Chain: 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135 ballandchainmiami.com   Dec 31: Celebrate New Year's Eve at the world famous Ball & Chain!!! In the Main Room: No cover all night and open to the public. Pepe Montes and his Conjunto will be performing live from 6-10pm. DJ Danis La Clave on the decks from 10-4am. On the Patio: Tito Puente Jr is performing live on the pineapple stage doing a VIP performance and a surprise DJ will spin from 1am-CL. We are featuring a 3 hour VIP open bar from 10p-1am. The patio is reserved for ticket holders and table reservations. Admission/ticket sales for the Patio open bar/performance is limited. All table reservations will be a package of predefined premium liquor and champagne. Table reservations in the Main Room will also have access to the Patio and the open bar.TICKETS.





      



INTERNATIONALLY ACCLAIMED BLUES & AMERICAN ROOTS MUSICIAN, VICTOR WAINWRIGHT AND HIS BAND THE WILDROOTS, WILL PERFORM NEW YEAR'S EVE 2015 AT THE BALLROOM IN THE DAYTONA BEACH RESORT & CONFERENCE CENTER!

For Reservations: Call 800-654-6216 or Book Online:

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO

      



Call for details and reservations: (954)764-4453


*OTHER CELEBRATIONS *

Danny Morris Band at The Beach Shack in Cocoa Beach, 9pm-1