Tuesday, July 31, 2018

BLUES POWER w/ Gil Anthony TOP 30 for August 2018 - It's what's on the platter that matters!


BLUES POWER w/ Gil Anthony (2013 Keeping The Blues Alive Award Winner)
WDYG 1450AM, Dothan, AL: Monday 6-11pm Central
WVVL101.1, Enterprise, AL, Sunday 6-11pm cdt
   Listen live at: http://tunein.com/radio/Weevil-101-1011-s24438/ 
   or: https://streema.com/radios/Weevil_101_WVVL
   or: http://www.weevil101.com/
First two hours of both programs streamed live on Facebook at:
   https://www.facebook.com/gil.anthony.3 
More info at: GILANTHONYBLUES.COM

TOP 30 - August 2018
1: Joyann Parker, Hard to Love, HRR
2: Billy Price, Reckoning, Vizztone
3: Deb Ryder, Enjoy the Ride, Vizztone
4: Bridget Kelly Band, Blues Warrior, Alpha Sun Rec
5: Buddy Guy, Blues is Alive & Well, Silvertone
6: Markey Blue/Ric Latina Project, Raised in Muddy Water, Ellersoul
7: James Harman, Fineprint, Electro-Fi
8: Mike Zito, First Class Life, Ruf
9: Little Boys Blue, Hard Blue Space, Vizztone
10: J.T. Lauritsen, Blue Eyed Soul Vol 1, Hunters Rec
11: Keesha Pratt Band, Believe, Self
12: Kat Riggins, In the Boys Club, Bluzpik
13: Tas Cru, Memphis Song, Subcat
14: Proven Ones, Wild Again, Roseleaf Rec
15: Vanessa Collier, Honey Up, Ruf
16: Eugene Hideaway Bridges, Live In Tallahassee, Armadillo
17: Elvin Bishop, Something Smells Funky Round Here, Alligator
18: Tom Hambridge, The Nola Sessions, Superstar Factory
19: Boz Scaggs, Out of the Blues, Concord
20: Shemekia Copeland, America's Child, Alligator
21: Steve Krase, Just Waitin', Conor Ray
22: JP Soars, Southbound I-95, Soars High
23: Long Tall Deb/Colin John, Dragonfly, Vizztone
24: Brigitte Purdy, Still I Rise, Self
25: Bob Corritoe, Don't Let the Devil Ride, Vizztone
26: Travis Bowlin, Secundas, Self
27: Jeremiah Johnson, Straitjacket, Ruf
28: Jimmi Mayes, My Whole Life's a Shuffle, Mississippi Delta Rec
29: Dennis Jones Band, WE3, Blue Rock Rec
30: Red's Blues, You Knock Me Out, Self

Also Playing:
Anthony Geraci, Trudy Lynn, Sugar Brown, Sugar Harp, Wily Bo Walker, Deb Rhymer, Michael Osborn, Big Harp George, Bruce Katz, Ronnie Owen/Gordon Harrower, Russ Green, Mark Wenner, Ben Haper, Rory Block, Damon Fowler, Billy Hector, Spencer Mackenzie, Lurrie Bell, Paul Filipowicz, Apocalypse Blues Revue, Keith Stone, James House, Vanja Sky, Kid Ramos, Whitney Shay, Record Company, Al Basile, Marshall Lawrence.

Bold & Linked Indicates Jazz Blues Florida Client or close friend of the family.
* Bold Indicates Florida Artist.
*Italicizied: Indicates past Jazz Blues Florida Client.

Mailing Address:
Gil Anthony
PO Box 6628
Dothan AL 36302
Email: bluegil@hotmail.com
Website: gilanthonyblues.com
Phone: (334)718-1736





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Jazz & Blues Florida August 2018 Edition Posted for FREE Online Access

GET THE JUMP, AND THE JIVE,
ON WHO'S PLAYING FLORIDA!

This month we feature artist profile previews -
all of whom are playing in Florida in August -
on Trey Wanvig, The Nace Brothers, The Iguanas, Stephen Guerra, Memphis Rub Band,
Mark Armbrecht, Khris Royal, Dave Meder,
Danny Brooks, Christian Sands, Boney James,
Abe Partridge and Aaron Lehrian.

Just follow THIS LINK to our website
and click on the cover (as shown above)
or one of the other links found on that page
to read the magazine in either a .pdf or
online reader format. All the ads are
linked, so just keep clicking for more
information.

While you're there check out the listings in
your region and on the Festival Listing Page
for info on the scene.

Please remember, we don't promote
EVERYTHING. But, EVERYTHING
we promote is QUALITY.

Relax with Jazz & Wine & Friends at the 33rd Street Wine Bar in Fort Lauderdale

Mingle and Mix While 
Enjoying Great Wine
and Great Jazz! 
Open Everyday 5PM
Now in 11th Year of Business! 
"Sip, Swirl And Savor” The Perfect
Wine In The Friendliest Wine Bar 
In Fort Lauderdale.

33rd Street Wine Bar
LOCATED IN THE NORTH BEACH ART DISTRICT
3337 NE 33rd Street
Ft. Lauderdale FL 33308 
33rdstreetwinebar.com (954)566-2111 

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to keep up-to-date on all the happenings!

Wednesdays - John Melnick
Thursdays - Cecilla Roy
Friday - Jim Petullo
Saturday - John Melnick AND 
     Jazz Artist TBA
Sunday - Howard Baker Trio
Call (954)566-2111 for more details.

120 Wines By The Glass!
All wines offered by the glass are carefully
preserved using the Vinfinity Wine
Preservation System. Expect a “just
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Bradfordville Blues Club Announces Full August Music Schedule

Bradfordville Blues Club
IS BACK TO ITS
NORMAL GREAT
PROGRAMMING!



7152 Moses Lane
Tallahassee FL 32309
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Real-deal live blues music at Florida's authentic jook joint every Friday & Saturday night w/ occasional special events. Events are subject to change without notice.  Unless otherwise stated: Friday and Saturday shows start at 9:00 PM.  Doors open at 8:30. Weeknight shows start at 8:00 and doors open at 7:00. Reservations are guaranteed with advance ticket purchases.  Reservations for most shows are also available 
by calling the Club at (850) 906-0766 or emailing:  bradfordvilleblues@comcast.net, but advance 
ticket purchasers get reservation priority. 
Reserved seats held until show time.

All shows are now non-smoking!

TICKETS

Friday, August 3, 2018 ~ 8:30p Doors, 9p Show
Norman Jackson Band

Saturday, August 4, 2018 ~ 8:30p Doors, 9p Show
Grand Marquis

Friday, August 10, 2018 ~ 8:30p Doors, 9p Show
Revival

Saturday, August 11, 2018 ~ 8:30p Doors, 9p Show
Sam Frazier, Jr.

Friday, August 17, 2018 ~ 8:30p Doors, 9p Show
Gracie Curran & the
High Falutin' Band


Saturday, August 18, 2018 ~ 8:30p Doors, 9p Show
Cedric Burnside Project

Friday, August 24, 2018 ~ 8:30p Doors, 9p Show
Bob Margolin

Saturday, August 25, 2018 ~ 3pm
4th Annual Greater Southeastern
Harmonica Championships


Saturday, August 25, 2018 ~ 8:30p Doors, 9p Show
Swingin' Harpoon

Sept 1: Packrat’s Smokehouse

Sept 7: Beautiful Bobby Blackmon & The B3 Band

Sept 8: The Frank Jones Band

Sept 14: The Ghost Town Blues Band

Sept 15: Bobby Messano
    
Sept 22: Southern Avenue

Sept 28: John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band

Sept 29: The Joe “Survival” Caruso Band

Sept 30: The New Orleans Suspects


TICKETS

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Jazz Pianist Christian Sands in Community Arts Program Concert Series in Coral Gables August 2, 2018



The award-winning Community Arts Program (CAP) 2018 Summer Concert
Series (33rd season) continues 8:00 p.m. Thursday, August 2 with the 
Christian Sands Trio. Five-time GRAMMY-nominated pianist Christian 
Sands brings a fresh look at the entire language of jazz, with bassist 
Eric Wheeler and drummer Jonathan Barber. “The FIRST young musician
I’d met who had the drive, passion and skill of my peers like Roy Hargrove,
Eric Reed, Greg Hutchinson and Antonio Hart.” Christian McBride 

Other Series artists include guitarist, Pepe Romero.

The CAP Summer Concert Series is at Coral Gables Congregational Church
(across from the Biltmore Hotel). Tickets are $30-$50 in advance. More info
and tickets at 305.448.7421, ext. 153 and www.CommunityArtsProgram.org.

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Monday, July 30, 2018

The Fish House in Miami - 19 Opportunities For BACKROOM LIVE Music in August!

Keeping Miami's
Music FRESH!

Every Wednesday, 7pm (2 drink minimum)
David Leon's
Pro-Jazz Jam Session
AUGUST
AUG 1:  Javier Nero Septet
AUG 8: Melinda Rose Quartet
AUG 15: Tom Lippincott
AUG 22: Mark Small Quartet
AUG 29:  Aaron Lebos Quartet


AUGUST HIGHLIGHTS!
AUG 3: Brev Sullivan
AUG 10: The Polar Boys
AUG 17: Berner & Betan
AUG 24 & 31: Federico Britos Duo



Every Thursday, 8pm (2 drink minimum)
Best Blues Jam  
(w/ Guest Hosts Motel Mel, Michael Wainright, 
Darrell Raines, George Caldwell, 
Randy Robins, Bill Clark, Julian Harris) 

Every Friday, 7pm (2 drink minimum)
Every Saturday, 7pm (2 drink minimum)
Featured Musicians &
Mostly Motel Mel on Saturdays

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The Fish House
10000 SW 56th Street
Miami FL 33165
thefishhouse.com (305)595-8453
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Serving the BEST Seafood and more!
Sunday - Wednesday Noon to 10pm and 
Thursday - Saturday Noon to 11pm

Enjoy the finest seafood AND the best music from around Miami in the BackRoom Live! Come inside and be seated in our nautical setting while we open your fresh oysters. If you like Sushi, check out our Peruvian style Ceviche; talk about magnificent! It's impossible to ignore the sizzle and aroma as hot plates of fresh catch and rib delicacies are rushed to a table near you! That's why we display Two Diamonds from AAA.

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Sunday, July 29, 2018

Blue Tavern of Tallahassee - Where to find cross-genre LIVE music of high quality

BLUE TAVERN
Cooler than EVER
w/ the new A/C
(and quieter, too!)

Blue Tavern
1206 N. Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32303
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INFO & OPERATING HOURS
On most weeknights there will be a $2 cover. 
No "cover at the door," just a small fee collected at the bar. 
Of course, tips are always appreciated. All events are non-smoking
 / all-ages. OPERATING HOURS: The bar is open from 5pm to midnight 
Monday-Thursday, and 4pm to 1am Friday & Saturday. One drink minimum 
purchase for evening events. Parking is free across the street or behind FedEx. 
A bike rack is next to the back door, well lit. We offer a wide variety of beers; 
the kitchen is open late featuring grilled sandwiches, New Orleans style 
red beans & rice, and Valence Street vegan stew. 

Q. What's better than a roomful of people?
A. Live music AND a roomful of people!

Booking Contact:
clhamby65@gmail.com

All shows are all-ages, non-smoking/vaping.
(There's a nice smoking lounge in the back 
yard: ashtrays, tables, the works!)

************* UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS *************

Every Monday - 8pm
LOST MONDAYS hosted by
Frank Lindamood and
guests of extraordinary talent...


Thursday, August 16: 
Beth McKee & Terri Binion
A pair of singing songwriting Swamp Sistas!

August 17: Darryle Steele
Tallahassee musical heritage!

August 24: Rachel Hillman
Coffee-fueled, old-school cool.

August 30: The Deltaz
 California based Americana on tour!

August 31: Longineu Parsons
Re-birth of the cool.

From the mailbag ... a couple of questions (and answers)...

FAQ #1:  Do you have food / Can I see a menu?

Answer: YES! In addition to a wide assortment of drinks, our kitchen is open from 5 til late featuring grilled sandwiches and soups, which are racking up some rave reviews from local gastronomes. You can check out our menu via website or facebook: "See Our Menu"

FAQ #2: Is this a 21+ event?

Answer: All events are all-ages, and kids are welcome in the bar as long as they're supervised and well-behaved. For everyone, there is a one-drink (or snack) minimum purchase. If there is an admission price for an event, that money goes to pay musicians' guarantees; we appreciate your purchases, which help us stay in business so we can continue providing a place for great music and good times!


Now Proudly Serving Noble Blue Ale!

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