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Thursday, June 11, 2026
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A powerful power trio!
Anni Piper
Gruvin' to the big bass beat...
On June 11, 2013, Jazz Blues Florida attended a performance by Australian blues artist Anni Piper at The Rock Star Lounge (since closed) in Lake City, Florida. The engagement marked the first documented stop of Piper's Florida tour and introduced many North Florida blues fans to her blend of blues, roots, and rock influences.
The evening featured Anni Piper on bass and vocals, joined by John Pagano on guitar and Shiloh on drums. Among those in attendance were Rob Richardson, President of the North Central Florida Blues Society; Mike Markowitz of Little Mike and the Tornadoes; Jennifer Rapier Milne from Gainesville's Loosey's Open Mic Nights; and Rock Star Lounge manager Shawne, who welcomed both local supporters and visiting musicians.
At the time of this performance, Piper was based in Australia. She relocated to the United States in 2014 and was based in Cocoa Beach, Florida by 2015–2016 before later relocating to Oregon, where she continues her music career.
Photos and video from this performance remain preserved in the Jazz Blues Florida News Blog archive, documenting a memorable evening that brought together touring talent and members of Florida's blues community during an early chapter of Piper's connection to the state.
These people are here to play! L-R: John Pagano, Shiloh, Anni Piper
Welcome to FLA!
Mr. Morrison overseeing the brain trust in action. L-R: Charlie (me), Rob Richardson (Pres. North Central Florida Blues Society), Mike Markowitz (Little Mike and the Tornadoes), John Pagano (JP Blues).
Never missing a beat, plus getting in a few extra!
Day one of a non-stop two week Florida tour. Catch 'em!
Yes! This be the place!
JP digs in and won't let go....
Debby & Jennifer Rapier Milne (from Loosey's Open Mic Nights) taking in the show...
Anni settling in for some table-side bass playing - and Michael Barclay is happy to oblige!
Sliding right along....
Seamless...
We've heard about you Shiloh.....ha!
That bass is so low, it is from downunder! G'day!
Under the hanging moss of the live oaks.. Welcome to Florida - just turn off the AC and get used to it!
Big THANKS out to Shawne for getting the band to The Rock Star, and understanding the imporatance of early shows on Mondays! See you next time!
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