Thursday, July 29, 2021

Diego Melgar Trio Virtual Concert Thursday, July 29, 2021 Presented in Community Arts Program FREE Summer Series


Community Arts Program (CAP)
Presents the
Diego Melgar Trio

Thursday, July 22, 2021 - 7:30 P.M. EDT
Diego Melgar Trio
 WITH VOCALIST JUSTINE GARCIA

In a program Day Dream: The Music of Strayhorn and Ellington!, using contemporary technologies and techniques the Diego Melgar Trio—Diego Melgar (guitar), Marty Quinn (bass), and Gibb Mandish (drums)—with vocalist Justine Garcia bring a unique lens to the timeless music of two, intertwined musical titans. Go to CommunityArtsProgram.org or Community Arts Program Facebook, Instagram TV, or YouTube for the FREE Community Arts Program (CAP) 2021 VIRTUAL Summer Concert Series!




  

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Jazz & Blues Florida ON THE ROAD to Prairie Dog Blues Festival This Weekend on (in?) the Big Muddy in Prairie du Chen Wisconsin

As summer heat comes 'round,
and hurricane rains come down,
the festivals move on up-town.
(way, way way up-town!)
Northern cool is calling
Jazz & Blues...

With R/T airfare from Sanford FL to Rockford IL as low as
$230 (Allegiant Air), it's time to consider a run to
a festival or two in the north!

Here are some that you might 
see Jazz & Blues Florida at!

Prairie Dog Blues Festival
Prairie du Chein, WI
July 30 & 31, 2021

This venue is a beautiful island in the Mississippi River, 
between the bluffs of Minnesota and Wisconsin!
RV and tent camping on-site, only minutes walk from 
stage area, if you want that, or take a quiet corner
closer to the river.

Friday, July 30, 2021
5:00pm Ally Venable Band 
Featuring Westside Andy
9:00pm Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials
11:00pm John NĂ©meth
Beer Tent: Hooten Hallers

Saturday, July 31, 2021
12:30pm Roscoe Foster and The Rascal Theory
2:30pm Bell Bros. Blues Revival (Lurrie & Steve Bell)
SCHEDULE CHANGE! Now, Lurrie Bell & Jason Ricci!
4:30pm Amanda Fish
6:30pm Tony Holiday
8:30pm Altered Five Blues Band
10:30pm Vella
Beer Tent: Avey Grouws Band



Blues on the Chippewa
Durand WI
August 6 & 7, 2021
-FRIDAY-
People Brothers Band
Annie Mack
Jackie Venson

-SATURDAY-
Avey Grouws Band
Howard 'Guitar' Luedtke & Blue Max
Larry Taylor
Terry Quiett
St. Paul Perterson & the Minneapolis Funk Allstars


Blue Ribbon Blues Fest
Fairfield, Iowa
August 7, 2021 


SATURDAY, AUGUST 14, 2021 ~ Noon-9pm
Rascal Fest for MAMA Cares
at
Hop Garden Brewing, Tap Room 
& Farm Market
6889 Canal St Belleville, WI 53508
(Address is Belleville, but it is downtown Paoli)

L.A. Scoundrels: Noon-1pm
Jason Vargas and The Apollos: 1-2pm
The Jimmys: 2-3pm
Moon Gypsies: 3-4pm
Mad City Funk: 4-5pm
Mickey Magnum: 5-6m
Roscoe Foster and The Rascal Theory: 6-7pm
Chicago Blues Hall of Fame Guitarist Paul Filipowicz 
and His Blues Band: 8-9pm

Broadjam, Between The Waves, Mill Park, The Hop Garden, 
My Tipsy Gypsy, The Cottage Goddess Gift Shop, Molino T
aqueria and Farm Kitchen!
NO ONE UNDER 21 and NO PETS!

Waukesha Rotary Blues Fest
Delafield, WI
August 13 & 14, 2021

Friday, August 13, 2021
1 - 2pm  SCORCHED WAVES
2:30 - 3:30pm  FUZZNUCKLE BLUES BAND
4 - 5:pm  BIG AL DORN AND THE BLUES HOWLERS
5:30 - 6:30pm  TOMMY BENTZ BAND
7 - 8pm  TWEED Featuring GERVIS MYLES
8:30 - 10pm  ROBBEN FORD

Saturday, August 14, 2021
1 - 2pm  TOO SICK CHARLIE
2:30 - 3:30pm  THE B-SIDE BAND
4 - 5pm  ROBERT ALLEN JR.
5:30 - 6:30pm  MADTOWN MANNISH BOYS
7 - 8pm  CHICAGO RHYTHM & BLUES KINGS
8:30 - 10pm  ALBERT CASTIGLIA


Big Bull Falls Blues Fest
Wausau, WI
August 20 & 21, 2021

Featuring Westside Andy, 5pm, Friday

The Jimmys, 9pm, Friday


Mineral Point Blues & Roots Fest 
Mineral Point, WI
August 20 & 21, 2021

Friday, August 20, 2021
Steve Brown & Dealin'

Saturday, August 121, 2021
Mud Morganfield
Jimmy Burns
Joel Paterson Trio
Johnny Chimes
Rick Harris
Too Sick Charlie

First Annual Lake Geneva Blues Fest
Lake Geneva, WI
August 20 & 21, 2021
https://www.facebook.com/LakeGenevaBluesFest


Harbor Park Jazz, Rhythm & Blues Festival
Kenosha, WI
August 21, 2021


Old Capitol Blues & BBQ
& Regional IBC Competition
 Springfield IL
August 27, 28, 2021


Stevens Point Riverfront Jazz Fest 2021
Stevens Point, WI
September 4 & 5, 2021


Fox Jazz Fest 
Menasha, WI
Sept 4, 2021


Best "Dam" Blues Fest (BDBF 2021)
September 18 & 19, 2021 ~ Noon-11pm ~ FREE
Thiensville Village Park
250 Elm Street Thiensville, WI 53092
(The Jimmys, 5-6:30pm, Sunday)

Chain O' Lakes Blues Festival
Waupaca, WI
October 1 & 2, 2021



BOOKED:
  • Saturday, June 19: Northwoods Blues Fest in Chippewa Falls
  • Saturday, June 26: Blues, Brews and Food Truck Festival at New Glarus Village Park
  • Sunday, June 27: Waubeka Blues Bash / Regional IBC Judging, Waubeka WI
  • Saturday, July 24: Oostburg Boogie
  • Friday & Saturday, July 30 & 31: Prairie Dog Blues Festival in Prairie du Chein, WI
  • Saturday, August 7: Blues on the Chippewa in Durand WI
  • Friday & Saturday August 13 & 14: Waukesha Rotary Blues Fest in Delafield, WI
  • Friday, August 20: Mineral Point Blues & Roots Fest in Mineral Point, WI
  • Saturday, August 21: Big Bull Falls Blues Fest in Wausau, WI
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La Lucha's '80s Jazz Party at The Palladium in St. Petersburg FL on Saturday, July 31, 2021

A JAZZ BLAST
from the past!

Saturday, July 31, 2021 ~ 8pm
Palladium at St. Petersburg College
253 Fifth Avenue, N.
St. Petersburg FL 33701
mypalladium.org   (727)822-3590

La Lucha's 80s Jazz Party features re-imagined songs from the
 1980s, including Peter Gabriel's "Sledgehammer," Joe Jackson's, 
"Steppin' Out," & the decade's defining hit, "Careless Whisper."

Joining the party will be the fantabulous singers Ona Kirei 
and Shella Siddiq, along with the bodacious James Suggs 
on trumpet.

It wouldn't be an 80's party without the fashion. Get on those 
legwarmers, side ponies, and neon everything!

*La Lucha will also be featured this week on ABC's Morning Blend,
 Thursday at 10am and an in-studio performance at 
WUSF 89.7-FM Friday evening at 9pm


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Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Critically Acclaimed Artists Announced for 2021 Amelia Island Jazz Festival

Amelia Island Jazz Festival
A Rich, Diverse Cultural Offering.

Guitarist John Pizzarelli and Saxophonist/Clarinetist Ken Peplowski, two legendary and critically acclaimed jazz musicians, will headline the 2021 Amelia Island Jazz Festival, October 3-10, 2021 in Fernandina Beach, FL.

Peplowski and Pizzarelli’s Trio will appear October 8 and 9 respectively in the Grand Ballroom at the new Courtyard / Springhill Suites by Marriott at 2700 Atlantic Avenue near Main Beach (MAP).  

The festival will kick off a full week of shows Sunday, October 3 with its traditional free concert in Amelia Park (MAP) with the University of North Florida Jazz Ensemble 2 directed by Dennis Marks.  Other events will include a Sponsors Party, a Jazz and Wine Tasting event, the Jump Jive & Wail Swing Concert/Dance with the Les DeMerle Little Big Band featuring vocalist Bonnie Eisele, a Hot Latin Concert/Dance with Trio Caliente and percussionist Doc Handy, (both at Sadler Ranch, 869 Sadler Road), late night jam sessions at Mocama Beer Company, and it will conclude with the Dixieland Jazz Brunch featuring the Spare Rib Six plus Eisele in the Courtyard / Springhill Suites Ballroom on Sunday, October 10.  

Now in its 18th year, the AIJF will showcase a full week and wide variety of jazz throughout Amelia Island.   For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit the Festival website:  www.ameliaislandjazzfestival.com.




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Thursday, July 22, 2021

Bradenton Blues Festival Scheduled to Celebrate 10th Year 1st Weekend in December w/ 10 Great Bands

BRADENTON BLUES FESTIVAL 2021
Ten Great Bands Playing Real-Deal Blues
for a Grand 10th Year Celebration


Bradenton Blues Festival 2021
December 3-5, 2021
LECOM Park
1611 9th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
MAP
bradentonbluesfestival.org

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The Blues Sound Better in Bradenton!

The 10th anniversary of the Bradenton Blues Festival Weekend, 
presented by BMO Harris Bank, will be held at LECOM Park on
Friday, Dec. 3 and Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, with an outstanding
lineup of talented blues musicians on the big stage. In addition 
to amazing music, you can purchase local craft beer and wine,
\delicious food, and cool festival merchandise.

The weekend wraps up with a tasty and soulful Bradenton Blues 
Brunch prepared by award-winning Chef Paul Mattison on Sunday, 
Dec. 5, 2021 at Mattison's City Grille Bradenton Riverwalk.
Come and experience the blues in Bradenton!

COVID-19 protocols will be followed according to local health
guidelines at the time of the event.

FESTIVAL SCHEDULE 
FRIDAY, DEC. 3, 2021 
Cece Teneal and Soul Kamotion ~ 4-5pm
Johnny Rawls ~ 5:20-6:20pm
Doug MacLeod ~ 6:40-7:45pm

SATURDAY, DEC. 4, 2021
Terrie Odabi ~ 11am-12:05pm
Jimmy Carpenter ~ 12:25-1:30pm
James Armstrong ~ 1:50-2:55pm
Dawn Tyler Watson ~ 3:15-4:20pm
Bernard Allison ~ 4:40-5:55pm
Bobby Rush ~ 6:15-7:30pm

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SUNDAY, DEC. 5, 2021
BLUES BRUNCH
Mattison's City Grille Bradenton Riverwalk
101 Riverfront Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34205
(TICKETS/RSVP REQUIRED)

Ariella 11am–2pm


Bradenton is located on the west coast of Florida, 
just 8 miles east of the white sandy beaches of Anna Maria Island 
and Longboat Key, 10 miles north of the Sarasota-Bradenton 
International Airport, 40 miles south of the Tampa International Airport, 
115 miles southwest of Orlando, and 240 miles northwest of Miami.

What to Do & Where to Stay 
in the Bradenton Area


The Bradenton Blues Festival is produced by REALIZE BRADENTON, a nonprofit organization that brings people together to create a vibrant and prosperous downtown area for residents, visitors, and businesses. The proceeds from the Bradenton Blues Festival support Realize Bradenton’s youth, art, and music programs that are free to the community, including our Blues in the Schools program.

MORE INFO AT WEBSITE:
bradentonbluesfestival.org



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Jazz Pianist Zach Bartholomew Trio Virtual Concert Thursday, July 22, 2021 Presented in Community Arts Program FREE Summer Series

Community Arts Program (CAP)
Presents the
Zach Bartholomew Trio

Thursday, July 22, 2021 - 7:30 P.M. EDT
Zach Bartholomew Trio

In a concert titled La Fiesta: A Tribute to Chick Corea!, the Zach Bartholomew Trio—Zach Bartholomew (piano), Marty Quinn (bass), and Rodolfo Zuniga (drums)—delivers an endearing musical celebration remembering jazz icon, Chick Corea! Go to CommunityArtsProgram.org or Community Arts Program FacebookInstagram TV, or YouTube for the Community Arts Program (CAP) 2021 VIRTUAL Summer Concert Series!





  

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Trey Wanvig Brings His Blues to the Blue Rooster in Sarasota for Dinner Show Thursday, July 22, 2021

Limited Seating Remains 
Available for 
Sarasota's Premier
Upcoming Bluesman on
Sarasota's Premier 
Live Music Stage

Thursday, July 22, 2021 ~ 7:30-10:30pm
Comfort food and feel-good music.
1525 4th Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
Reservations NEEDED: 941-388-7539.

Trey Wanvig is a 18-year-old blues guitarist and vocalist from 
Sarasota, Florida.  Trey has won the regional blues challenge for 
both the Southwest Florida Blues Society and the Orange Blossom 
Blues Society in 2017, 2018, and 2019, which allowed him to 
compete at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis in both 
the youth showcase and the adult solo / duo category. 

Trey has performed at numerous blues and music festivals including the Waterfront Blues Festival, Bradenton Blues Festival, Tall City Blues Fest, Dunedin Wines the Blues, Blues From the Top, the Dallas International Guitar Festival, and Giving Hunger the Blues.  Trey has also played at many legendary blues clubs and music venues around the country including B.B. King's on Beale Street in Memphis, Ground Zero Blues Club in Clarksdale, Mississippi, Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, Florida, and even aboard the Allure of the Seas, one of Royal Caribbean's "Oasis Class" mega cruise ships.  In May of 2018, he was one of only 10 guitar players across the country invited to play at the Dallas International Guitar Festival's 10 Under 20 Event. 

Trey has performed alongside many great artists including Shemekia Copeland, Bob Margolin, Annika Chambers, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, Janiva Magness, Toronzo Cannon, Paul DesLauriers, Shakura S'Aida, Biscuit Miller, Kenny Neal, Bryan Lee, Doug MacLeod, Ben Rice, Sarah Grace, Tas Cru, Gabe Stillman, Steve Vai, Bridget Kelly, Tom Craig and Eric Johnson.​ This coming October in Clearwater at Ruth Eckerd Hall he is scheduled to take the stage once again with Kenny Wayne Shepherd & Buddy Guy.

Additional Upcoming Performances

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

Saturday, August 14, 2021
Winter Park, CO

Friday, October 29, 2021
Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater



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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Fifteen Music Majors Receive Gold Coast Jazz Scholarships in 2021 In Fort Lauderdale FL


Music majors making it in the “Big Time” is an achievement that Gold Coast Jazz Society (GCJS) is proud to consider in their contributions through the Jeanette M. Russell Jazz Scholarship Program, responsible for the partial support of close to three hundred students and half a million dollars in donations. Some have been awarded in all four years of their music programs at accredited schools across the nation, and others are performing today with international acclaim in metro cities…New York, Bern, L.A…and rubbing shoulders with superstars!

Grammy-nominated Saxophonist Patrick Bartley appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert; Miami-born pianist, vocalist, and composer Chris Cadenhead is the musical director for living legend KC and the Sunshine Band; and Trumpeter Jean Caze is either performing or recording with the likes of Herbie Hancock, Aretha Franklin, Michael Bublé, Mariah Carey, Al Jarreau, Roy Hargrove, Arturo Sandoval, and George Duke. These are a few of the success stories that started out in Broward County.

There are more, that attended Dillard High School’s Music Program with Band Director Christopher Dorsey, and New World School of the Arts in Miami, under the dedicated tutelage of Jim Gasior, Director of the NWSA High School Jazz Ensemble. Most have jammed with GCJS’s improv Friday Jazz Jams. Dorsey and Gasior are legends out there; and at home also.

While GCJS’s scholarship program brings their contribution and consistency to Jazz, Education and Youth, it is only the tip of an iceberg on this interesting story. Here’s why. Word on the street is that this Broward County jazz circuit is respectfully viewed for high school students who are serious about their jazz. Big Timers who have come through say that it is not only their experiences in Broward that have enhanced their progress, but the circuit’s recognition ‘out there’ gives them credibility at the start.

The circuit is not Formal; however, this series of inadvertent stepping stones is for the Stepping; and this year the students eligible for the scholarships are Kaleen Barton, Philippe ClĂ©ment, Stephane ClĂ©ment, Erwin Dorsainville. Nicolaus Gelin, Derek Janoff, Alexander Larionov, Colin Leonard, Dylan McHann, David Mason, Nolan Nwachukwu, Brandon Richards, Jon Shillingford, Claudio Silva, Luca Stine; and two Jazz Camp Awardees, Ryan Goodman and Pulley Enrique. All are majoring in music and attending the nation’s universities and colleges, from Sophomore through Senior. Schools this year are University of Miami, Manhattan School of Music, University of N. Florida, Peobody Institute/Johns Hopkins in Baltimore Maryland; and for the Jazz Camps, two students are from the New World School of the Arts in Miami Dade County, FL.

“We remember the days when Russell Hall played as a high school student at our First Friday Jazz Jams,” says GCJS Executive Director Pam Dearden. “He's now a successful working musician. We're proud to have played a role in Russell's music education.” Hall comes back often to perform in the Society’s Concert Season, as do many of the alumni.

Apparently, the international ‘Jazz Scene’ today is being trail-blazed by a group of young musicians, many who came through this very Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, circuit. Russell Hall says “what I learned at First Friday Jazz Jams, that no person or school teaches, is the grace of talking and listening musically; and the skill of sharing in ideas through notes and keys on instruments…Piano, Base, Drums.”

Award Alumni

Dave Chiverton, another acclaimed alumnus who returns to perform for the GCJS Concert Series, is currently touring internationally with various major talents such as Lauryn Hill, Jon Secada, Donnie McClurkin. Los Angeles musician Carey Frank, is a touring performing and recording artist, arranger, composer and teacher; and David Leon is a Cuban-American saxophonist, woodwinds player, and composer/improviser living in Brooklyn, New York. South Florida native and Trumpeter Anthony Hervey, recently (2019) made his international debut as a bandleader at the Bern Jazz Festival in Switzerland; and Saxophonist Markus Howell is a composer and educator from Deerfield Beach, Florida, and a current member of the legendary Count Basie Orchestra where he travels frequently across the world.

As the band plays on in South Florida, new talents emerge and the now seasoned jazz musicians light the way. Gold Coast Jazz Society stays committed to Jeanette Russell’s vision to enhance the lives of young musicians with a passion for playing music and the art of jazz. This year’s scholarship awards have been made possible from donations by Teri Pattullo in the name of Brian Pattullo and from donations from the Elizabeth and Daniel O’Connor Family Foundation.

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Frederick G. Ruffner, Jr. had a vision to bring more jazz to the “Gold Coast” area of South Florida. In 1992, Fred and a group of avid jazz buffs made this vision a reality by forming a non-profit organization called the Gold Coast Jazz Society in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Following its formation, the GCJS developed a concert series, which was presented in the main dining room of the historic Riverside Hotel, located on the famous Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. As the concert series continued to grow and expand, a larger venue was required. The concert series was eventually moved to the Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, located in the Arts & Science District of Fort Lauderdale. Today, the seven-concert jazz series continues to be presented in the Amaturo Theater each year from November through May. Over the years the Society has grown and expanded to include the presentation of jazz education and community outreach activities, the Jeanette M. Russell Jazz Scholarship Program, and many special events throughout the year.

Saturday, July 17, 2021

Florida 2021 International Blues Challenge (IBC) Regional Competition Information

*Note* For definition and clarification, International Blues Challenge 2022 Regional Competitions are held in 2021 to determine who will compete in the 37th International Blues Challenge (IBC 2022) that will be held Jan 18-22, 2022 in downtown Memphis, TN.

Jazz & Blues Florida will be updating this news blog post as more information becomes available about other regional competitions. Stop back or watch our social media for updates.

Southwest Florida Blues Society
Sunday, October 3, 2021 ~ Noon - 6pm
at
Cape Cabaret
4725 Vincennes Blvd
Cape Coral, FL 33904

Registration Details Coming Soon.


NCFBS Regional Blues Challenge is October 24
Registration deadline for bands, solo/duos, and self-produced CDs is October 8. Please contact blueschallenge@ncfblues.org for rules and registration. Challenge will be held at the High Dive.

Oostburg Boogie Is Where It Is At! (If you know know where Oostburg is!)


As summer heat comes 'round,
and hurricane rains come down,
the festivals move on up-town.
(way, way way up-town!)
Northern cool is calling
the Jazz & Blues...

With R/T airfare from Sanford FL to Rockford IL as low as
$129 (Allegiant Air), it's time to consider a run to
a festival or two in the north!

Here are some that you might 
see Jazz & Blues Florida at!

Oostburg Boogie
Fri & Sat, July 23 & 24, 2021 ~ FREE
Veteran's Park
Park Ave, Oostburg, WI 53070

Friday, July 23, 2021
Robert Allen Jr. ~ 6pm
Altered 5 Blues Band ~ 8pm

Saturday, July 24, 2021
Mike & Joshua Ammons ~ Noon
Little Blues Machine ~ 2pm
Stephen Hull Experience ~ 4pm
Shonn Hinton & Shotgun ~ 6pm
Cash Box Kings ~ 8pm


Presented by


Prairie Dog Blues Festival
Prairie du Chein, WI
July 30 & 31, 2021

Friday, July 30, 2021
5:00pm Ally Venable Band 
Featuring Westside Andy
9:00pm Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials
11:00pm John NĂ©meth
Beer Tent: Hooten Hallers

Saturday, July 31, 2021
12:30pm Roscoe Foster and The Rascal Theory
2:30pm Bell Bros. Blues Revival (Lurrie & Steve Bell)
4:30pm Amanda Fish
6:30pm Tony Holiday
8:30pm Altered Five Blues Band
10:30pm Vella
Beer Tent: Avey Grouws Band



Blues on the Chippewa
Durand WI
August 6 & 7, 2021
-FRIDAY-
People Brothers Band
Annie Mack
Jackie Venson

-SATURDAY-
Avey Grouws Band
Howard 'Guitar' Luedtke & Blue Max
Joyann Parker
Larry Taylor
Terry Quiett
St. Paul Perterson & the Minneapolis Funk Allstars


Blue Ribbon Blues Fest
Fairfield, Iowa
August 7, 2021 



SATURDAY, AUGUST 14, 2021 ~ Noon-9pm
Rascal Fest for MAMA Cares
at
Hop Garden Brewing, Tap Room 
& Farm Market
6889 Canal St Belleville, WI 53508
(Address is Belleville, but it is downtown Paoli)

L.A. Scoundrels: Noon-1pm
Jason Vargas and The Apollos: 1-2pm
The Jimmys: 2-3pm
Moon Gypsies: 3-4pm
Mad City Funk: 4-5pm
Mickey Magnum: 5-6m
Roscoe Foster and The Rascal Theory: 6-7pm
Chicago Blues Hall of Fame Guitarist Paul Filipowicz 
and His Blues Band: 8-9pm

Broadjam, Between The Waves, Mill Park, The Hop Garden, 
My Tipsy Gypsy, The Cottage Goddess Gift Shop, Molino T
aqueria and Farm Kitchen!
NO ONE UNDER 21 and NO PETS!

Waukesha Rotary Blues Fest
Delafield, WI
August 13 & 14, 2021

Friday, August 13, 2021
1 - 2pm  SCORCHED WAVES
2:30 - 3:30pm  FUZZNUCKLE BLUES BAND
4 - 5:pm  BIG AL DORN AND THE BLUES HOWLERS
5:30 - 6:30pm  TOMMY BENTZ BAND
7 - 8pm  TWEED Featuring GERVIS MYLES
8:30 - 10pm  ROBBEN FORD

Saturday, August 14, 2021
1 - 2pm  TOO SICK CHARLIE
2:30 - 3:30pm  THE B-SIDE BAND
4 - 5pm  ROBERT ALLEN JR.
5:30 - 6:30pm  MADTOWN MANNISH BOYS
7 - 8pm  CHICAGO RHYTHM & BLUES KINGS
8:30 - 10pm  ALBERT CASTIGLIA


Big Bull Falls Blues Fest
Wausau, WI
August 20 & 21, 2021
(The Jimmys, 9pm, Friday)


Mineral Point Blues & Roots Fest 
Mineral Point, WI
August 20 & 21, 2021

Friday, August 20, 2021
The Cash Box Kings
Steve Brown & Dealin'

Saturday, August 121, 2021
Mud Morganfield
Jimmy Burns
Joel Paterson Trio
Johnny Chimes
Rick Harris
Too Sick Charlie

First Annual Lake Geneva Blues Fest
Lake Geneva, WI
August 20 & 21, 2021
https://www.facebook.com/LakeGenevaBluesFest

Harbor Park Jazz, Rhythm & Blues Festival
Kenosha, WI
August 21, 2021

Old Capitol Blues & BBQ
& Regional IBC Competition
 Springfield IL
August 27, 28, 2021

Stevens Point Riverfront Jazz Fest 2021
Stevens Point, WI
September 4 & 5, 2021


Fox Jazz Fest 
Menasha, WI
Sept 4, 2021


Best "Dam" Blues Fest (BDBF 2021)
September 18 & 19, 2021 ~ Noon-11pm ~ FREE
Thiensville Village Park
250 Elm Street Thiensville, WI 53092
(The Jimmys, 5-6:30pm, Sunday)

Chain O' Lakes Blues Festival
Waupaca, WI
October 1 & 2, 2021



BOOKED:
  • Saturday, June 19: Northwoods Blues Fest in Chippewa Falls
  • Saturday, June 26: Blues, Brews and Food Truck Festival at New Glarus Village Park
  • Sunday, June 27: Waubeka Blues Bash / Regional IBC Judging, Waubeka WI
  • Saturday, July 24: Oostburg Boogie
  • Friday & Saturday, July 30 & 31: Prairie Dog Blues Festival in Prairie du Chein, WI
  • Saturday, August 7: Blues on the Chippewa in Durand WI
  • Friday & Saturday August 13 & 14: Waukesha Rotary Blues Fest in Delafield, WI
  • Friday, August 20: Mineral Point Blues & Roots Fest in Mineral Point, WI
  • Saturday, August 21: Big Bull Falls Blues Fest in Wausau, WI
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