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Monday, October 7, 2019

Gil Anthony's BLUES POWER TOP 30 - October 2019 - It's what on the platter that matters!

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

Listen live at: http://tunein.com/radio/WDIG-1450-s23824/

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 - OCTOBER 2019

1: Shaun Murphy, Reason to Try, Vision Wall

2: Zac Harmon, Mississippi BBQ, Catfood Rec

3: Nick Moss Band, Lucky Guy, Alligator

4: Rick Estrin/Nightcats, Contemporary, Alligator

5: Altered Five Blues Band, Ten Thousand Watts, Blind Pig

6: Billy Price, Dog Eat Dog, Gulf Coast

7: Coco Montoya, Coming in Hot, Alligator

8: Keb Mo', Oklahoma, Concord

9: Tad Robinson, Real Street, Sevren

10: Tennessee Redemption, Same, Endless Blues

11: Jimmy Pritchard, Meet Me In Memphis, Self

12: Annika Chambers, Kiss My Sass, Vizztone

13: Debra Power, That's How I Roll, Self

14: Ray Fuller and the Bluesrockers, Pay the Price, Azuretone

15: Ronnie Earl, Beyond the Blue Door, Stony Plain

16: J.P. Soars, Let Go of the Reins, Whiskey Bayou

17: Bobby Rush, Sitting on Top of the Blues, Deep Rush

18: Toronzo Cannon, Preacher, Politician, and the Pimp, Alligator

19: Harpdog Brown, For Love& Money, Dog House

20: Jimmy Carpenter, Soul Doctor, Gulf Coast

21: Ben Racine Band, Live in Montreal, Self

22: Tullie Brae, Revelation, Endless Blues,

23: Ben Levin, Before Me, Vizztone

24: Giles Robson, Don't Give Up on the Blues, American Showplace

25: Moonshine Society, Sweet Thing, Mojo Music

26: Big Daddy Wilson, Deep in My Soul, Ruf

27: Sugaray Rayford, Somebody Save Me, Forty Below Rec

28: Myles Goodwyn, Friends of the Blues 2, Linus

29: Samantha Fish, Kill of Be Kind, Rounder

30: Chris Eger Band, Show Me Where to Sign, Psychobilly

Also Playing:

Heavy Drunk, Mike Osborn, Big Poppa Stampley, Arsen Shomakhov, Al Basile, Ted Drozowski, Bruce Katz, Gracie Curran, Junior Watson, Gary Allegretto, Paul Gabriel, Stevee Wellons, Wentus Blues Band, Miss Bix & the Blues Fix, Janiva Magness, 21 Blue, Ghost Town Blues Band, Catfish Keith, Diane Blues, Johnny Burgin, Brad Vickers, Mark Crissinger, Beth Hart, Paul Deslauriers

* 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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Sunday, October 6, 2019

Bruce Katz Band - Groovin' Through Florida's Clubs and a Festival in October

BRUCE KATZ BAND
Limited Engagement Fall Tour!

Friday, October 11, 2019

Carrie's Corner

Marietta GA

Saturday, October 12, 2019

The Roasting Room

Bluffton, SC

Sunday, October 13, 2019

Blue Jay Listening Room

Jacksonville, FL

Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Englewoods on Dearborn

Englewood, FL

Friday, October 18, 2019

Camping w/ the Blues Festival

Brooksville, FL

Saturday, October 19, 2019

Buckingham Blues Bar

Buckingham, FL

Bruce Katz, Bruce Katz is a legendary keyboardist (Hammond B3 and piano) who has released 10 CDs as a leader and has appeared on over 70 other CDs with the likes of John Hammond, Delbert McClinton, Ronnie Earl, Butch Trucks, Duke Robillard, Little Milton, Joe Louis Walker, David “Fathead” Newman, and many, many others.

He has also had a strong musical connection with the Allman Brothers Band, having been a member of Gregg Allman’s band for six years (2007-2013), Jaimoe’s Jasssz Band (2010-2015), Butch Trucks’ Freight Train Band (2015-2017) and Les Brers. Bruce also occasionally toured with the Allman Brothers as well.  Jaimoe is a special guest on the new release, playing on several tunes

He is a four time BMA nominee (2008, 2009, 2010 and 2015) for the “Pinetop Perkins Piano Player of the Year” award, which is the equivalent of the “Blues Grammys”. He was also nominated by Living Blues Magazine for “Outstanding Musician (Keyboard)” award in 2015.

His new CD, “Get Your Groove!” (American Showplace Music) has just been released and features many new original tunes, both vocal and instrumental. It continues the evolution of the band’s music from the traditional Blues and “Soul-Jazz” it is already known for into the improvisational “jam blues” and roots music he has explored as a member of the various Allman Brothers “family bands.”

The Bruce Katz Band is an original, very exciting group of musicians that features an accessible, soulful approach to the blues and jam traditions. The band features his virtuosic Hammond B3 and piano play-ing as well as Chris Vitarello’s brilliant guitar playing and vocals. Based in Woodstock, NY, the band tours and performs at venues and festivals throughout the U.S. and Europe.

The Bruce Katz Band is:

Bruce Katz – Hammond B3 organ and piano

Aaron Lieberman – guitar/vocals

Ray Hangen – drums

"He can play jazz, blues, Bach, anything. Man, he’s a heavy!"
GREGG ALLMAN

"The Bruce Katz Band’s music has the air of unflagging tradition yet it blurs the lines between genres. It is of itself and beyond itself at the same time. It’s like Mozart with a jazz trio playing at Junior’s Juke Joint on a Thursday night." BLUES BISCUITS

"Bruce Katz and his men gave those present a concert they’ll remember a long time. Vitarello is an outstanding guitarist, with an astonishing technique and a broad creative range." ROOTSTIME

WEBSITE - BRUCE KATZ

FACEBOOK - BRUCE KATZ MUSIC

"This man is as good as it gets. One of the greatest keyboard artists I’ve ever heard." JOHN HAMMOND

"One of the most respected keyboardists on the blues circuit." Wade Tatangelo, HERALD-TRIBUNE

Bruce Katz's music occupies a unique space where blues, soul/jazz, jam-band rock, and all aspects of Americana music collide into a style of original music all his own. As a performer, Bruce has been an in-demand sideman as well as leading his own band - playing and recording with many of the leading names in blues and roots music, appearing on over 70 albums with artists such as ‪Ronnie Earl, ‪John Hammond, ‪Delbert McClinton, ‪Gregg Allman, ‪Duke Robillard, ‪Joe Louis Walker, ‪Little Milton, ‪Maria Muldaur, ‪Jimmy Witherspoon, Paul Rishell, Mighty Sam McClain, ‪Debbie Davies, David “Fathead” Newman and many others.

Katz has a lengthy background in classical piano. After hearing a ‪Bessie Smith record at the age of ten, he started teaching himself blues and early jazz on the piano. Bruce then heard boogie-woogie and swing music and continued his musical journey into more aspects of jazz and American roots music. He attended Berklee College of Music in the mid-1970s, studying Composition and performance.

For the next fifteen years, Katz performed with many of the leading musicians in New England, and played “on the road” for long stretches of time. After a particularly long stint of touring in the late '80s with Barrence Whitfield and the Savages, Katz decided to come off the road and enrolled at the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston, where he earned a Master's degree in Jazz Performance. It was during this time that he conceived of and started writing music that became the Bruce Katz Band.

In 1992, Bruce met ‪Ronnie Earl, who soon invited him to join his band, The Broadcasters. During his nearly five-year stint with Earl, Katz toured the world and performed on six albums, writing and co- writing many of the band's tunes, such as "The Colour of Love," "Ice Cream Man," and "Hippology." The album “Grateful Heart” (Bullseye) won the Downbeat Critics Poll for Best Blues Album of 1996. The same year, Katz debuted his first solo album, "Crescent Crawl", on the AudioQuest label. He released "Transformation" the following year. Just before the release of "Mississippi Moan" in 1997, his third solo album, Katz left the Broadcasters to concentrate on a solo career. At that point, the Bruce Katz Band began touring the U.S. and Europe, and has been his ongoing focus, in addition to his many other projects. Bruce also played with ‪Duke Robillard(2001-02), ‪John Hammond (2005 – present), ‪Gregg Allman (2007-13) and many other high-profile roots, blues and rock performers, while continuing to tour and record with his own band.

In addition to performing, Katz teaches piano, Hammond organ and theory privately at his studio in West Shokan, NY. He also conducts Master Classes in Hammond B3 and Blues History, which he has done at various schools and music festivals worldwide. Formerly from Boston, Bruce has been based in Woodstock, NY since 2005.

CD AVAILABLE FROM AMAZON.

Booking Contact:

Founding Music Booking Agency

Legare Robertson at:

Founding Music

Phone: 804-690-5122
E-mail: foundingmusic@gmail.com

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Friday, October 4, 2019

Italian Bluesman Dany Franchi's Debut Florida Tour in October Highlighted by Festival Appearance

An Exciting New Player Making

the Florida Circuit.

Dany Franchi was born in 1990 in Genoa, Italy and is widely considered one of the best young Blues musicians on the scene today. His soulful vocal tone and incredibly tasteful guitar playing leave’s any audience wanting more. In 2014 he recorded “I Believe” which was recorded in Ohio along with “International Blues Challenge” winner Sean Carney.

In February 2017 the Texas Blues Legend Anson Funderburgh and Don Ritter of Category5 Amps decided to produced Dany’s third album “Problem Child,” recording at the world-famous Wire Recording Studio in Austin Texas with Grammy® award-winning engineer Stuart Sullivan.

The album exudes soulfulness and authenticity, while the respect for tradition is evident, the album also has strong original content, world-class musicianship and a refreshing unique sound.

CATCH A SHOW AND GET THE CD!

Tuesday, October 8, 2019

The Blue Rooster

Sarasota, FL

Friday, October 11, 2019
South Street City Oven
Naples, FL

Wednesday & Thursday, October 16 & 17, 2019
Paradise Bar and Grill
Pensacola Beach, FL

Saturday, October 19, 2019
Camping with the Blues Festival
Brooksville, FL

Saturday, October 19, 2019
Barrel Room
Ft. Myers, FL

CD ONLINE PURCHASE

WEB SITE

FACEBOOK
FACEBOOK EVENTS

BOOKING:

danyfranchiband@gmail.com

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Thursday, October 3, 2019

HEIDI'S JAZZ CLUB - October's Menu of Performances Includes Expanded Programming

HEIDI'S JAZZ CLUB

Florida's Home to Classy Jazz and Classic Food & Service

Heidi’s Jazz Club

7 N Orlando Ave.
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

MAP

heidisjazzclub.com (321)783-4559

NEW REGULAR RESIDENCY!
Every Wednesday, 7-10pm
Liquid Groove Project
Led by pianist Connor Mahoney, Liquid Groove Project
is a collective of musicians dedicated to exploring
the musical possibilities of traditional jazz and modern
funk, soul, and popular grooves.

Friday, October 4, 2019 ~ 8:30pm-Midnight, $10

Get Right, and Righteous, w/

Rev. Billy C. Wirtz

Saturday, October 5, 2019 ~ 8pm-Midnight, $10

Char Good w/ Terry Myers

Saturday, October 12, 2019 ~ 8pm-Midnight, $10

Char Good w/ Henry Goodman

Friday, October 18, 2019 ~ 8:30pm-Midnight, $10

Chris Cortez

RESIDENCIES

Wednesday: Liquid Groove Project

Thursday: Sybil Gage & The Catahoulas, 7-10pm

Friday: Ron Teixeira Trio, 8:30-Midnight

Saturday: Hella Gal w/ Accompaniment

- Oct 19, 26: Steve Luciano

Sunday: Open Jazz Jam Sessions, 7-11pm

Upcoming Performances:

November 15, 16: Richie Cole

November 22: Miss Jacqueline Jones

November 23, 30: Hella Gal w/ Terry Myers

January 17, 18: Danny Bacher

Heidi's Jazz Club features live music every Wednesday through Sunday

(See CALENDAR for weekly schedule) with featured performers on

selected Friday and Saturday evenings and Heidi's Open Jam Session

every Sunday evening starting at 7 PM. Located in downtown Cocoa

Beach, Heidi’s makes the perfect ‘highlight’ to a weekend getaway

to the beach this season. Enjoy the piano stylings of Mark Hubrouck

Wednesday through Sunday in the adjacent Heidelberg Restaurant.

Club Hours:

Wed-Sat 11am-midnight

Sun 5pm-midnight

Closed Mon & Tues
Heidelberg, Patio and Club Dining Hours:
Wed-Sat 11am - 10pm, Sun. 5pm - 10pm

CALL NOW TO RSVP! (321)783-4559
EMAIL NOW TO RSVP: Heidi@HeidisJazzClub.com
RSVP via ONLINE FORM
There are admission charges for special performances, all ticket sales are final.

WEB SITE

FACEBOOK

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Tuesday, October 1, 2019

Bradfordville Blues Club - Beyond everything, including the end of the paved road...

Bradfordville Blues Club

Keep on going! You aren't lost...yet!
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Bradfordville Blues Club

7152 Moses Lane
Tallahassee FL 32309

MAP

bradfordvilleblues.com (850)906-0766
FACEBOOK PAGE

TICKETS

OCTOBER
4: Shawn Holt & The Teardrops
5: Johnnie Marshall
11: Joyann Parker
As featured in the October issue of Jazz & Blues Florida!
12: Chris O'Leary Band
18: Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials
19: The Sauce Boss Bill Wharton
25: The Slam Allen Band
26: Little Mike & The Tornadoes
27: Americana Sundays with Belle
& The Band w/ Coon Bottom Creek opening

Tickets

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 showtime.
All shows are now non-smoking!

TICKETS & SHOW INFO

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Check out the re-building NEWS BLOG ENTRY.

See Grand Re-opening Night PHOTO ALBUM.

Tallahassee/Leon County Visitor Info

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Amelia Island Jazz Festival Presents New Orleans Legends October 6-13, 2019

2019 Amelia Island Jazz Festival

October 6 - 13, 2019

Amelia Island/Fernandina Beach FL

Get ready to celebrate the Spirit of New Orleans!

Two critically acclaimed New Orleans artists, highly regarded trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis and sizzling trumpeter Jamil Sharif, will headline the 2019 Amelia Island Jazz Festival, October 6-13, in Fernandina Beach, FL.

A gifted musician and producer, Delfeayo Marsalis came to prominence alongside his famous siblings, Wynton (trumpet), Branford (sax) and Jason (drums) as a member of the Crescent City’s most illustrious jazz family. Marsalis is an adept improviser inspired by the swinging bop sounds of trombonist J.J. Johnson. He will appear on Saturday, October 12, 2019.

Jamil Sharif’s early passion for jazz was fueled by his training at the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA). This center is known for producing some of the world’s top musicians, including Wynton Marsalis, Harry Connick, Jr., and Terence Blanchard. Sharif studied with such notables as family patriarch Ellis Marsalis, reed master Alvin Batiste, and Edward “Kidd” Jordan. In addition, he has served as musical coordinator for several motion pictures including “Ray”, which depicted the life of Ray Charles. Sharif will perform on Friday, October 11. Both Sharif and Marsalis will appear at the Fernandina Beach Golf Club on Bill Melton Road and will be backed by the Les DeMerle Jazz Quartet featuring sensational vocalist Bonnie Eisele.

Now in its 16th year, the AIJF will showcase a full week of jazz at various locations in Fernandina Beach, FL beginning on Sunday, October 6 in Amelia Park with its annual free concert presenting the UNF Jazz Ensemble 2, directed by Dennis Marks. Additional shows will include a Sponsor’s Party hosted by DeMerle and Eisele plus special guests, Monday at The Lakeside at Amelia Island, 649 Amelia Parkway; Tuesday’s Jazz and Wine Tasting at Story & Song Bookstore Bistro featuring multi instrumentalist Dr. Bill Prince, pianist Doug Matthews and DeMerle on drums; the popular Jump Jive and Wail show and dance with the Dynamic Les DeMerle Little Big Band at the Sandbar & Kitchen Wednesday; the traditional Latin Night featuring the fiery sounds and sensual vocals of Trio Caliente on Thursday October 11 also at the Sandbar & Kitchen, and a Sunday, October 13, Dixieland Jazz Brunch, with the Spare Rib Six plus Bonnie Eisele for two seatings at The Lakeside at Amelia Island. Late night Jam Sessions will follow the headliner concerts both evenings in Dizzy’s Den at Sliders Beach Bar and Grill (upstairs), 1998 S. Fletcher Avenue.

It is highly advised to purchase your tickets online early.

With this amazing line-up the shows will most likely out quickly.

AMELIA ISLAND JAZZ FEST WEB SITE

AMELIA ISLAND JAZZ FEST FACEBOOK

Program is subject to change without notice.

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Bridget Kelly Band - October Include Stages at a Festival, a Barrel House, a Showcase and a University!

Bridget Kelly Band

Singing and Playing the Florida
Blues in Florida!

Upcoming Shows

Oct 4: Embry-Riddle Daytona Campus
Lawn Concert - Free and Open to Public

Oct 5: Barrel Room, Ft. Myers, FL

Oct 20: Mother's Pub North, Gainesville FL
1st Annual Gainesville Blues Showcase
sponsored by North Central Florida Blues Society .

Nov 2: Tangerine Blues Festival, Gulfport, FL

Booking:

www.road-dawg.com/andbridget-kelly-band

Can't make show but want yourself some?

Here's the list and down there are the links!

"Blues Warrior" and "Bone Rattler"

and

"Back in the Blues" and "Outta the Blues"

and

"Forever in Blues"

available at

i-Tunes