Monday, November 27, 2023

Friday Musicale In Jacksonville Hosts FREE CD Release Performance of KNIGHTS OF THE ROUND TABLE by Madre Vaca Dec 5, 2023

Madre Vaca – 
Knights of the Round Table 
CD Release Concert


Madre Vaca has released its fifth album, Knights of the Round Table.  This recording paints musical portraits and landscapes of one of the most classic and timeless stories ever told, the legend of King Arthur and his noble knights.  With this recording, Madre Vaca creates a new genre… Medieval Jazz. Come to hear the live performance and be transported to a time of knights, chivalry, damsels, wizards, and dragons.

Released November 21, 2023
Recorded January 24-29, 2022 in Jacksonville, FL
PERSONNEL
Jarrett Carter - Guitar
Jonah Pierre - Piano
Thomas Milovac - Bass
Benjamin Shorstein - Drums
Juan Rollan - Saxophone
Lance Reed - Trombone
Steve Strawley - Trumpet
Milan Algood - Percussion
Rebecca Shorstein - Voice
Molly Sweet - Clarinet
Michael Emmert - Flute

Sunday, December 5, 2023 | 7-9PM | FREE
Friday Musicale
645 Oak St
Jacksonville, FL 32204
MAP 
(904) 355-7584

MADRE VACA


The Friday Musicale is the oldest musical organization in Florida having been founded in 1890. Claudia L'Engle Adams was the founder of the musical club. The group was named Ladies Friday Musicale, with the goal to promote the culture of musical art in Jacksonville. The main auditorium at 645 Oak Street is an outstanding state of the art facility which accommodates 250 at the organization's Friday concerts and is home to two Steinway D grand pianos. Admission to concerts is free, and off street parking is available at Friday Musicale’s private parking lots close to the auditorium.
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Sunday, November 26, 2023

Joshua Bowlus Holdiay Jazz New Release Concert Saturday, December 2, 2023 at St. Augustine's Newest Jazz Venue - Chez L'Amour


'TIS THE SEASON!
Sleigh Ride! Join us for a magical evening of Christmas 
favorites with Joshua Bowlus and special guest Linda Cole.

Saturday, December 2, 2023 | 7-10PM
Chez L'amour
45 San Marco Ave
St. Augustine, FL 32084
(904)481-8117

Celebrating the release of their new Christmas album "Sleigh Ride" Joshua Bowlus and the band will play live at the beautiful brand-new jazz club CHEZ L'AMOUR in St. Augustine, FL. Come for Nights of Lights in St. Augustine, and enjoy dinner, drinks, and Christmas music! Reserve your tickets in advance!
Joshua Bowlus - piano
Linda Cole - vocals
Juan Rollan - tenor sax
Stan Piper - bass
Ben Adkins - drums

  Growing up in Port Orange, FL as the oldest of three siblings, Joshua Bowlus started piano lessons at age five. He trained classically throughout his childhood with private lessons at Stetson University until he began high school. He credits both his high school band director Andrew Kidd and local pianist and teacher Harold Blanchard for sparking his interest in jazz, introducing him to the legendary sounds of masters such as Ahmad Jamal, Oscar Peterson, Thelonious Monk and more. Bowlus was awarded the Louis Armstrong award in high school and continued his music education at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville, studying under pianists Kevin Bales & Keith Javors. The head of the UNF jazz department and legendary alto saxophonist Bunky Green served as Joshua’s primary mentor through his later years in college. Since graduating from college in 2006, he has built his musical career as a jazz pianist in the Southeast region, as both bandleader and sideman for various groups and artists.

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New Release Available Via Online Purchase Here:

Chez L'amour is an elevated uptown adult dining concept. Social dining and tapas style small plate faire. Luxurious desserts and plant based upscale dining options. Providing a full bar and live world class Jazz and piano music every day.

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Saturday, November 25, 2023

Big Blues Birthday Bash in Gainesville on Sunday, December 3, 2023 - Four Great Bands for the Price of One!


The Biggest Blues Party
Is The Last Blues Party
of The Year!

Sunday, December 3, 2023 ~ 5:30PM (Doors at 5pm)
A wide-ranging roster of exciting Blues performers will be at the 
High Dive in downtown Gainesville for Tim Fik’s Blues Birthday Bash: 
Brandon Santini
Joey Gilmore 
Bridget Kelly Band
Barbara Armbrecht
at
The High Dive
210 SW 2nd Avenue
Gainesville FL 32601
highdivegville.com  (352)872-5949
General Admission
Members: $10  Public: $20
Membership available on-site.
Invite Your Friends to Join You!

Brandon Santini is an international touring Blues harmonica player, singer and songwriter, born in Chapel Hill, North Carolina that sharpened his skills in Memphis for many years. Several of his releases have made the national Billboard Blues Chart. He has been nominated for multiple Blues Music Awards and multiple Blues Blast Music Awards. Blues Blast magazine called him "one of the best harp players in the blues scene today. His playing evokes the skills and spirits of Paul Butterfield and the original Sonny Boy Williamson. His easy-going stage presence, fluid lyrics, and audience interaction complement a fervent intensity in his instrumental phrasing and technique.

Joey Gilmore is an electric blues and soul blues singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Gilmore won the International Blues Challenge in 2006 after being a finalist in 2005. In the 1960s Gilmore gained popularity in South Florida accompanying legends including James Brown, Etta James, Bobby Blue Bland, and Little Milton. He’s become a Florida legend himself, providing highlights at Blues festivals and nightclubs all over the world as one of the best Soul Blues and R&B singers in the business.

The Bridget Kelly Band is a three-time semifinalist at the International Blues Challenge and has numerous charting albums and world-wide radio play. Inspired by classic & electric blues, the Bridget Kelly Band has placed their unique stamp on the Blues-rock genre with high-energy live performances and a hybrid sound that mixes Texas Blues with various Southern Blues traditions. The sultry vocals of singer Bridget Kelly and incendiary lead guitar work of Tim Fik forge a signature sound that combines female urban blues with dynamic riff-driven blues, all held together by a rugged rhythm section. Fik has gained renown for his powerful guitar sound and fiery fretwork and he has even been called a “magician of the instrument” and a “pinnacle of artistry” in recent reviews, and praised for his tasteful tone, fluidity, and expressiveness.

Barbara Armbrecht’s music has evolved over the years to now include an eclectic mix of folk, pop, blues, ragtime and classic favorites, all of which have been flavored by Barbara's finger picking style, use of open tunings and occasional use of slide. Barbara was an International Blues Challenge participant in 2013 and 2015.

The North Central Florida Blues Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation, cultivation, nurturing and promotion of Blues Music. The Society also hosts monthly electric and acoustic jams. See website for more information and membership.

This program/event is funded in part by a


Funded in part by

The BLUES has HISTORY in
GAINESVILLE!
SEVENTEEN YEARS OF BRINGING THE BEST BLUES 
IN THE WORLD TO GAINESVILLE FLORIDA!

2023
Mr. Sipp
John Primer
Chris Cain
The Blues Beatles
Lurrie Bell

2022
Biscuit Miller
JP Soars & The Red Hots
Early Times
Jose Ramirez
Mick Kolassa
The Lucky Losers
The Nighthawks
&
Reverend Billy C. Wirtz
Terry Hanck & His California Band

2021
Mike Zito
Albert Castiglia
Bridget Kelly Band
Snacks Blues Band
Josh Miller Blues Review
Eric Gales
Reverend Billy C. Wirtz
Pam Taylor & The Flyin' V's

2020
Pam Taylor & The Flyin' V's
Ruth Wyand & The Tribe of One
Doug MacLeod
Rev Shawn Amos

2019
Mac Arnold & Plate Full O' Blues
Vanessa Collier
Little Mike & The Tornadoes
Bridget Kelly Band
George Worthmore
Jason Ricci
Shane Dwight
Damon Fowler
Tennessee Redemption
Patti Parks
Toronzo Cannon
Albert Castiglia
Roy Book Binder

2018
Birthday Blues Bash-O-Rama w/ Anthony Gomes, Danielle Nicole & Bridget Kelly Band
BLUEZAPALOOZA: Ghost Town Blues Band & Betty Fox Band & Bridget Kelly Band
Lauren Mitchell
Rev Shawn Amos
21 Blue featuring Longineu Parsons and Ted Shumate
Bill "Sauce Boss" Wharton
Doug MacLeod

2017
Zora Young
Norman Jackson† Band
Selwyn Birchwood
Jason Ricci
Gracie Curran & The High Falutin’ Band
Albert Castiglia
 Lil’ Ed & the Blues Imperials

2016
Annika Chambers
Cash Box Kings
Doug MacLeod
Matt Schofield

2015
Mac Arnold & Plate Full O' Blues
Long Tall Deb Feat. Colin John
Jeff Jensen
Samantha Fish
Terry Hanck
Zora Young
Tinsley Ellis

2014
Tas Cru
Selwyn Birchwood
Janiva Magness
Mac Arnold & Plate Full O’Blues
Joe Moss Band 

2013
Brandon Santini
Matt Schofield
Nikki Hill
Albert Castiglia

2012
Jimmy Thackery
John Nemeth
Roomful of Blues

2011
Kenny Neal
JP Soars
Victor Wainwright

2010
Tommy Castro
Mike Zito
Watermelon Slim
Nick Moss
John Nemeth
Ana Popovic

2009
Janiva Magness
Duke Robillard
Michael Burks†

2008
Lil’ Ed & the Blues Imperials
Magic Slim†
Jimmy Thackery
Lurrie Bell
Mighty Lester†
Tab Benoit
Nighthawks

2007
Chris Cain
Sean Costello†
Sauce Boss
Bryan Lee†
Mark Hummel and the Blues Survivors

2006
Eddie Kirkland†
Gary Primich†
Smokin’ Joe Kubek† & B’Nois King
Debbie Davies

2005
Delta Moon
Little Charlie† & the Nightcats
Pat Ramsey† & the Blues Disciples
Anson Funderburgh & the Rockets

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Tampa Jazz Club Presents "Overjoyed" a Stevie Wonder Tribute by STretch Bruyn's Rubberband at HCC Ybor Sunday, December 3, 2023



Presentation
Sunday, December 3, 2023 | 3pm 
sTretch Bruyn's RubberBand
Overjoyed - A Stevie Wonder Tribute
at
Mainstage Theatre HCC Ybor
1411 East 11th Avenue
Tampa, FL 33605
FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE - Invite your friends!

The Tampa Jazz Club is proud to present ‘OVERJOYED – A STEVIE WONDER TRIBUTE,’ featuring STRETCH’S RUBBERBAND, in the Mainstage Theatre at HCC/Ybor City, on Sunday, December 3 at 3:00. This will be the first Tampa performance by the group formed by Richard ‘STretch’ Bruyn, with a show they’ve played to packed houses the past 2 years. These Sunday jazz concerts are part of HCC’s Visual & Performing Arts Series.

Stevie Wonder’s remarkable career has spanned six decades and given the world a striking body of music, influencing and inspiring listeners around the world. ‘OVERJOYED’ is a 2-hour tribute, showcasing Stevie’s greatest songs and filled with insights into his artistic journey.

‘Stretch’ Bruyn has been prominent in the Bay Area jazz scene for the past 20 years. A Miami native, he studied jazz at UM and at Indiana University, then lived in New York state before returning to his native Florida. He formed Stretch’s Rubberband in 2019, with just the right performers:

Personnel:
    , harmonica/piano/vocals

Don’t miss this tribute to an artist who has given us the soundtrack to our lives, the great Stevie Wonder – from some of our finest Bay Area jazz artists!

Season Schedule:
JAN 7: La Lucha & Special Guest Scotty Wright
FEB 4: Diego Figueiredo
MAR 10: Nate Najar Swing Guitars 
w/ Carl Amundson & Dominic Walker
APR 21: James Suggs


TAMPA JAZZ CLUB WEBSITE
TAMPA JAZZ CLUB FACEBOOK
TAMPA JAZZ CLUB INTSTAGRAM

The Tampa Jazz Club was incorporated as a non-profit organization in 1995, with the objective of
“generating interest in preserving, understanding and performing jazz.”


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Countdown Alert: Bradenton Blues Festival Opens in 6 Days – Secure Your $10 Discount on GA Tickets with Early Online Purchase!


TWO DAYS OF THE BLUES,
DOWN BY THE RIVER!

Bradenton Blues Festival 2023
December 1-2, 2023
Bradenton Riverwalk Pavilion 
at Rossi Park
452 3rd Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 621-6471
 
TICKETS Bought Prior to Event
Priced $10 Less Than At-The-Gate.
Preferred Seating is already SOLD OUT.
ONLY GA TICKETS AVAILABLE.

2023 Bradenton
Blues Festival Lineup
Friday, December 1, 2023 | 5-8:40pm
GeminiiDragon
JP Soars Gypsy Blues Revue 

Saturday, December 2, 2023 | 11am-7:25pm 
John Primer and the 
Real Deal Blues Band
James Cotton Tribute 
w/ Mark Hummel & James Cotton Band


*ATTENTION GROUPS*
Saturday the festival runs from 10am to 6:30pm.
This is PERFECT timing to arrange for a group to
bus in from anywhere in Florida and be back 
home in bed at the same time as 
going out to a local club!



This year's art created by
local artist Tim Jaeger,

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Gil Anthony's BLUES POWER TOP 30 for November 2023 - It's what's spinning on the platter that matters.

Gil Anthony's 
BLUES POWER TOP 30 
for November 2023
Connect on a personal level with the 
blues and its vibrant community  by tuning in to 
Gil Anthony's 
BLUES POWER show!

BLUES POWER w/ Gil Anthony (2013 Keeping The Blues Alive Award Winner)
WDIG 1450AM, Dothan, AL: Sunday, 6-10pm CDT & Monday, 6-11pm CDT.  

First two hours both nights streamed live on Facebook at:  https://www.facebook.com/gil.anthony.3  
More info at: GILANTHONYBLUES.COM

BLUES POWER TOP 30 (and a few more!) for November 2023
1: Shaun Murphy, I’m Coming Home, Vision Wall
2: Coco Montoya, Writing on the Wall, Alligator
3: Mitch Woods, Friends Along the Way, Club 88 Rec
4: Bobby Rush, All My Love For You, Deep Rush
5: Mikey Jr., Blues in the Barn/Vol 2, 8th Train rec
6: Bob Corritore/Friends, Somebody Put Bad Luck On Me, Vizztone
7: Tom Hambridge, Blu Ja Vu, Quatro Valley Rec
8: Johnny Rawls, Walking Heart Attack, Catfood Rec
9: Chickenbone Slim, Damm Good and Ready, Vizztone
10: Little G Weevil, If I May, Self
11: Joel Astley,  Seattle to Greaseland, Blueheart
12: Sandy Carroll, Love on It, Blue Heart
13: Dave Keller, It’s Time to Shine, Tastee Tone
14: D.K. Harrell, The Right Man, Little Village
15: Joyann Parker, Roots, Hopeless Romantic Rec
16: Andre Bison, Latchford, Self
17: Christone Ingram, Live in London, Alligator
18: EG Kight, Sticks & Strings, Blue South
19: Chris Beard, Pass It On Down, Blue Heart
20: Marcel Smith, From My Soul, Little Village
21: Jack’s Waterfall, Call Dr. John, Roots Rx
22: Joe Bonamassa, Blue Deluxe Vol.2, J&R
23: Jason Ricci, Behind the Veil, Gulf Coast
24: Lil’ Ronnie, Got it Live From 05, Ellersoul
25: Christopher Dean Band, Need a Friend, LWM
26: Nick Moss Band, Get Your Back Into It, Alligator
27: Teresa James, Rose Colored Glasses, Vol 2, Blue Heart
28: Bob Margolin, Thans, Vizztone
29: Peter Veteska, Full Tilt, Blue Heart
30: Sue Foley, Live in Austin, 

Also Playing: Dustin Arbuckle, Walter Wolfman Washington, Jimmy & the Sleepers, The Dig 3, Susan Tedeschi. Mathias Lattin, John R Miller, Smoky Greenwall, Cassius King, Alex Lopez, Sunnysiders, Joanne Broh, Al Basile, Nat Myers, Poppa Chubby, Robin Trower, D. Scott Riggs, Chris Yakopcic, Heavy Drunk, Ghalia Volt, Robert Top Thomas, Candice Ivory, Hudspeth & Taylor, Daniel Day, Mizz Lowe, Catfish Keith, Roger Wilson

* 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

Teeny Tucker & Gil Presenting
at 2023 Blues Music Awards

Ken Johnson, Gary & Kim Antone, JBF, Gil Anthony
Memphis IBC 20xx?




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