29 September 2015

Ottawa Blues This Week - 28 September 2015

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It’s always wise to check with
the venue to confirm the show!
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SPECIAL EVENTS THIS WEEK
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MonkeyJunk
            CD release “Moon Turn Red”
Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray Street
Friday & Saturday, October 2-3; 9:30 pm

Multi-award winning Ottawa-based trio MonkeyJunk will be celebrating the release of their new album, “Moon Turn Red” with two hometown CD release parties on October 2 and 3 at The Rainbow Bistro. Rooted in the sounds of swampy soul, dirty blues and rock ’n’ roll, MonkeyJunk is comprised of Steve Marriner (vocals, harmonica, keyboards, baritone guitar), Tony D (lead guitar, background vocals) and Matt Sobb (drums, percussion, background vocals).

“Moon Turn Red” is not only an outstanding addition to an already impressive body of work and a turning point for MonkeyJunk, it is an example of musical camaraderie and brotherhood; the trio of long-time friends and colleagues just seem to click in a way that is at once natural and otherworldly. Their passion, conviction and dedication to their music are evident with every lick, every beat and every lyric. MonkeyJunk is a reminder to listeners that musicianship, ability and strong song writing will always triumph.

To watch a special EPK about the making of “Moon Turn Red”, click here:
Listen to "Light It Up" on SoundCloud here:
(Info from Sarah French, Stony Plain newsletter)
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AREA HIGHLIGHTS THIS WEEK
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MAM presents their new show
Human Swing Box
La Grange de la Gatineau, 80 chemin Summer, Cantley QC
Thursday, October 1 @ 8 pm; $20

The swing in the era of modern music or when the violin and the accordion swing with a
human beat-box and keyboards.

Viviane Arnoux and François Michaud have happily collaborated since 1992. Their
meeting created the need to come up with an original music project that transcended
the traditional roles of accordion, violin (or viola) and voice. François Michaud, (violin,
viola) left Québec very young; he dragged his violin through various continents and
music conservatories, grabbed a viola along the way, africanized his classical sound
and jazzified his folk music. He is one of the two founding members of MAM. He directs
the Loué music school, where he also teaches. He gives workshops for children and
master classes. He has produced 9 CDs as main artist and many more as collaborator.
Viviane Arnoux, (accordion, voice) started playing accordion at 4 years old. She is the
other founding member of MAM. She was accordionist for Hughes Aufray. She teaches
accordion at the Hohner school and also gives workshops for children and master
classes. She composes songs and music for shorts films and collaborates on many
international artists' CDs.

This new piece “Human Swing Box” is the result of much reflection and research on
sounds, caused by the need to participate in the evolution of our culture, ever changing.
Since 2007 and the album Meddled Times MAM has been working on the concept of
time and its influence on artists, catalysts of the emotions and sensations that their era
induces. New Time came out in 2011, as a logical sequence, with Norbert Lucarain,
who plays the repertoire on stage, as a human beat-box and on the keyboards, in a
bright and unrestrained manner. “Human Swing Box” arises from the extension of this
collaboration, while finally being able to record an album with him, as a necessity when
we need to lay a solid base in a time when we are losing our cultural references. Hence
the return to swing, organic and punctuated by the “box”, which pounds our robotic
tendencies, symbol of the contemporary progress of humanity. MAM, you may know
from having seen and listened to Jazz in my musette or Paris Village, or with the New
York Fab. But with Norbert Lucarain from General Elektriks, they sure make us swing
and transport us into their world of energetic and imaginative compositions. Unbridled
music! Standards definitely revisited!
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Morgan Davis
The Cove, Westport ON
Friday, October 2; 7-10 pm; $10

For nearly four decades, Morgan Davis has been on the road travelling across Canada, the United States and Europe. His performances draw from a rich tradition of country blues, as well as his own contemporary songs infused with wit and a large dose of humour. Morgan’s passion for the Blues has never wavered … and he fully expends to be on the road for the rest of his life.
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LOCALS THIS WEEK
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Friday & Saturday, October 2-3
MonkeyJunk CD release @ the Rainbow, 9:30 pm
Friday, October 2
The Ramblin’ Valley Band @ the Barley Mow in Kanata
Sunday, October 4
Brian Downey hosts the Open Blues Jam @ the Rainbow, 4-7:30 pm
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LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS
(almost) EVERY WEEK
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Jeff and Shane Tuesdays in the Irish Village
Heart & Crown, Byward Market, Clarence Street
Every other Tuesday
Every other Tuesday, you can find Jeff Rogers accompanied by Shane McEwan playing at The Heart and Crown Downtown.
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The Jam @ Kaffé 1870, Wakefield QC
Every Wednesday @ 9 pm, no cover
6 rotating hosts, each specializing in a different genre
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John Carroll
Chateau Lafayette (The Laff), 42 York Street
Wednesdays, 10 pm
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Irene’s Blues AllStars 
Irene’s Pub, 885 Bank Street
Thursdays, 9 pm – 1 am; no cover
A bonafide grass roots event that has grown out of the very floorboards of Irene’s Pub and has become a real crowd pleaser for musicians and music lovers alike, this weekly Thursday night jam features Corky Kealey on drums with Vince Halfhide on bass and a host of great local players who rotate according to availability.  Each week the cast is topped up with a guest host who steers the song selections in whatever way they're inspired and the jamming begins.  It's a great concept and the proof is in its continuing popularity. 
Special guests: 
            October 1 – Niel Barrington
            October 8 – Shannon Eddy
          October 15 – Steve Groves
          October 22 – Luke Ambridge
          October 29 - TBA
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Black & Blue Thursdays
Black Irish Pub, 15 Selkirk Street
Every other Thursday, 7 pm; no cover
The Capital's "Grand Daddy" of shuffle, Brian Downey on drums, Blue String Guitar Slinger Clint Everson on the guitar and Maren Molthan on bass. Expect some down ‘n' dirty singing from all three of them. We are stoked to watch how these three amazing artists and multi-talented "music royalty" work their concern over the eternal 12 bars - Committed to the style and feel of the original performers, with a little bit of their own flavour thrown in for good measure, this trio is guaranteed to get you movin' in all the right places. Drop in often because no two nights will be the same. Special guests will sit in regularly, making it a melting pot for great talent in this city, all of this with one purpose in mind... your total enjoyment! 
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Jeff Rogers
SALT, 345 Preston Street
Fridays, 9:30 pm
Every other Saturday, 9:30 pm
Friday and alternate Saturday Nights in a gorgeous Piano Lounge, find Jeff singing all kinds of music, playing a nice new grand piano, while drinking fabulous cocktails.
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The Allaire Show
            with John Allaire & special guests
Quinn’s Ale House, 1070 Bank Street
Last Saturday of the month, 3-5 pm
Songs and stories from around the world.
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Jeff Rogers
Deacon Brodie’s, 247 Elgin Street
Every Sunday, 2-6 pm
Every Sunday afternoon, you can find Jeff playing some tunes at Deacon Brodie's on Elgin.
Downtown Ottawa, come for brunch (till 2pm) and then stay for tunes as Jeff takes requests and kicks off your Sunday Funday!
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Open Blues Jam
Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray Street
Every Sunday, 4-7 pm; cover $3 (jammers free)
The jam is open to all ages.  Jammers sign up on the jam sheet at the door & each jam session lasts for 3 songs.  Drums & amps are provided, you only need to bring your instruments (but you can bring your amps if you want to).
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Sunday Blues, 6-9 pm, no cover
Atomic Rooster, 303 Bank Street (at MacLaren)
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Super Soul Sundays, 9:30 pm
Irene’s Pub, 885 Bank Street
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AREA HIGHLIGHTS ONCE A MONTH
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Mississippi Blues Society Jam   
Thirsty Moose Pub & Eatery, Bridge Street, Carleton Place
First Tuesday of every month @ 8:30 pm
Hosted by The Thirsty Moose Pub & Eatery & The Mississippi Blues Society, and featuring Barry Buse & Peter Brown, the MBS Blues Jam is the longest-running blues jam in the Greater Ottawa area & one of the best, attracting both musicians & fans from in & out of town.
*8:30 PM is the Estimated Start Time *There's No Cover Charge *Free Parking *Good Food *Ends Early [approx. midnight]
And - just so you know...we pack 'em in for this event, so come in early if you want a good table.
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Blues On Tues         
The Granary Beizli, 3270 County Rd 10, Vankleek Hill ON
Third Tuesday of every month@ 7 pm; $10
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BLUES ON THE RIDEAU
2015/16 LINE-UP

All BOTR shows run from 7 to 11 pm and include a delicious full course buffet dinner served by the Cove’s friendly staff. The venue is small, intimate and relaxed. After dinner you get to see and dance to world class Blues bands up close and personal – the way Blues is best enjoyed – all for a very reasonable price – $65 (plus tax). There are door prize giveaways at every show and 2 Grand Prizes drawn at the end of the season.  ADVANCE RESERVATIONS are required and it is wise to book well in advance, especially if you want to stay overnight. Rooms at The Cove and nearby B&Bs and motels frequently sell out for Blues nights. Call 613-273-3636

2015/16 SEASON – our 11th year!
October 23
From Alabama/Victoria BC
DAVID VEST & THE WILLING VICTIMS
Born in Alabama David now lives in Victoria, BC. He plays foot-stompin’, rock ‘n rollin’, boogie-woogie piano as good as it gets - a 2X Maple Blues Award winner for Keyboardist of the Year. The Willing Victims include the great Teddy Leonard on guitar and 2 members from Downchild.
PROCEEDS TO THE RIDEAU DISTRICT MUSEUM

November 20
From Peterborough & Wainfleet ON
RICK FINES & SUZIE VINNICK w. BAND
Two of the finest singer/songwriter/guitarists in Canada – individually they’re great - together they’re magical!  Multiple Maple Blues Award winners & Suzie has won a Juno. Their 4th visit to BOTR and they’ve sold out every time so make your reservations early for this one!
PROCEEDS TO FRIENDS OF FOLEY MOUNTAIN

January 22 & 23
From Hamilton
STEVE STRONGMAN BAND
A fabulous guitarist, singer/songwriter and showman - Juno Award winner and Maple Blues Award winner in the categories of Best Guitarist, Songwriter, Recording, Electric Act, Acoustic Act and Entertainer. His 4th visit to The Cove and he’s become so popular we’re bringing him in for a 2 night stand this time!
PROCEEDS TO THE RIDEAU WATERWAY LAND TRUST & THE WESTPORT ARTS COUNCIL

February 19
From Toronto
JACK DE KEYZER BAND
Jeff Healey called him “the finest Blues guitarist in Canada”. A 2X Juno Award and 7X Maple Blues Award winner for Best Guitarist, Entertainer, Electric Act and Recording of the Year. One of the hardest working Bluesmen in the country with a great veteran band. This is Jack’s 7th visit to BOTR - unquestionably one of our favourites!
PROCEEDS TO ART BY THE LAKE WESTPORT

March 25
From Montreal
ANGEL FORREST BAND
With a career spanning 26 years and 8 albums to her credit Angel is recognized as one of the best female vocalists in Quebec. Now she’s become nationally and internationally famous. Last year she won the Maple Blues Award winner for Best Female Vocalist (her second in a row) and Best Songwriter. A colourful, flamboyant performer with a voice like Janis Joplin. Her first appearance at BOTR and we’re very pleased to have her!
PROCEEDS TO KICK IN FOR KIDS

April 22
From Montreal
RIA REECE BAND
A young, beautiful up-and-coming artist with a powerful, soulful voice who sings Blues, Jazz, Soul & R&B like Etta James & Koko Taylor. 4 Quebec Lys Blues Award nominations for her first album and a finalist in the 2014 Toronto Blues Society’s Talent Search. She hasn’t played outside of Quebec that often yet but that’s about to change – come and see her before she gets famous!
PROCEEDS TO 4-H CANADA

May 13
From Hamilton
HARRISON KENNEDY BAND
One of the best Soul/Blues/R&B singers this country has ever produced - period. Lead singer in the Detroit supergroup “Chairmen Of The Board” in the 1960s Harrison semi-retired when the band broke up, took a “real job” and only played Blues on the side for a few decades. He re-emerged full time in the early 2000s and since then he’s released 7 albums (4 of which earned Juno nominations), been nominated 15X for Maple Blues Awards and an American Blues Music Award. Harrison has been here twice before - now you get to see him with his full R&B band behind him. I guarantee this will be a night to remember. Reserve early!
PROCEEDS TO HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Bands and dates are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. Check the website or call The Cove closer to the shows to confirm.

Visit www.BluesOnTheRideau.ca for more details on the bands including LINKS to their websites, Facebook pages and You Tube videos

BLUES ON THE RIDEAU is produced by Choose The Blues Productions www.choosetheblues.ca  in cooperation with The Cove Inn, Westport www.coveinn.com  Sponsored by Dan Aykroyd Wines www.danaykroydwines.com Perth Brewery www.perthbrewery.ca 101.9 DAWG FM Ottawa www.dawgfm.com and LAKE 88.1 Perth/Rideau Lakes www.lake88.ca

Please visit and LIKE us on Facebook and Twitter
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OTTAWA BLUES SOCIETY
ROAD TO MEMPHIS 2015
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Congratulations to the Lucas Haneman Express. They will be travelling to Memphis TN in January 2016 to represent the Ottawa Blues Society in the International Blues Challenge.
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SPECIAL EVENTS THIS FALL
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Bill Durst
Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray Street
Saturday, October 10 @ 9:30 pm

Bill Durst is a Canadian blues-rock-roots guitarist, singer, songwriter, entertainer who has written and recorded over 115 songs on 11 albums with 7 national radio chart hits. Following a career with the band Thundermug, and two solo releases, in 2004l he proclaimed his intention to start up a “little, fuzzy, psychedelic blues band” and since then Bill and his co-writer Joe DeAngelis have produced four full length CDs, the latest of which “Hard and Heavy” was released in 2013. He tours extensively in Canada and internationally.
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Old Man Luedecke
NAC 4th Stage, 53 Elgin Street
Thursday, October 22 @ 8 pm

You can hear the listening on Old Man Luedecke’s new album, “Domestic Eccentric”. You can hear the cabin in the snowy Nova Scotia woods where it was recorded. On their 3rd collaboration, you can hear the beautiful collaboration between Old Man Luedecke and Tim O’Brien, two like-minded artists in love with folk and roots music, playing at the height of their powers.
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Mackenzie Rhythm Section
            Opening – Bella Cat
Richcraft Theatre, Shenkman Arts Centre
245 Centrum Blvd, Orleans
Friday, October 23 @ 8:30 pm; $20

This is one of those all-too-rare opportunities to see an amazing band before it’s too big for its own hometown. Mackenzie Rhythm Section is well on its way to making a huge impace on a much larger ‘stage’. Their unique style of music – they call it ‘the Soul Step’ – springs from the heart of rock and solid funk. Original, danceable and memorable: you’ll be glad you came?

The equally stunning Bella Cat opens the show, presenting a mélange of classic blues and rock.
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The 24th Street Wailers
Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray Street
Saturday, October 24 @ 9:30 pm

Experienced, road-tested and tougher than a two by four, The 24th Street Wailers are five musicians whose major influence is the sounds from the freewheeling period in the ‘40s and ‘50s when the Blues gave birth to Rock and Roll in black communities in major American cities. When showmanship mattered. When the sax player, not the guitarist, got the girls.
“We’re just trying to restore faith in what the Blues and Rock and Roll were meant to be.”
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Ike Stubblefield
Irene’s Pub, 885 Bank Street
Saturday, October 24 @ 9:30 pm; $10

Hammond B3 virtuoso Ike Stubblefield is a music industry legend. With almost 50 years in the business, you may think he’s seen and done it all, but he’s just getting started.
“I’m combining all elements of my 46 years of playing,” said Stubblefield. “My style’s kind of all over the place so it’s not a jam band, or jazz or funk necessarily, but it has all those elements.”
Ike Stubblefied is more than just a performer, he’s an artist in the true sense of the word, and whether writing, producing or composing, he is always working to perfect his art. 
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Music By The Bay Live presents
Chuck Jackson & the All Stars Live
St. Francis Centre, 73 Church Street South, Ajax ON
Sunday, October 31 @ 8 pm; advance $40, $50 at the door

Chuck Jackson is the sort of open-hearted, friendly guy who builds an instant rapport with audiences. He came to Downchild as their singer 24 years ago after a long career with a number of top Canadian bands. An award-wining musician, who rates Big Joe turner, Otis Redding and Junior Wells as major influences, he’s also an excellent songwriter and harmonica player.
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Turbo Street Funk
Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray Street
Friday, November 6 @ 9:30 pm

Whether they’re playing a festival, pub, concert hall, or even on a busy street corner, the infectious sounds of Turbo Street Funk get people moving and grooving. With a performance style rooted in the New Orleans horn band tradition, Turbo Street Funk combine Top 40 hits with top notch originals in a show guaranteed to get you dancing.
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Jack de Keyzer
Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray Street
Saturday, November 7 @ 9:30 pm

Two-time JUNO winner and seven-time Maple Blues winner, blues guitarist, singer, songwriter and band leader Jack de Keyzer “…is the master of live performance. If you’ve never seen him live, you missed out on a Canadian icon….” (Ken Wallis)
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Music By The Bay Live presents
Steve Hill
St. Francis Centre, 73 Church Street South, Ajax ON
Friday, November 13

When it comes to one-man bands, guitarist and singer extraordinaire Steve Hill has no limits. Throughout his lengthy and intense live shows, Hill performs standing up while singing and playing guitar, with his feet playing bass drum, snare drum, hi-hats and, with a drum stick fused to the head of his trusty guitar, any other percussion within reach. With roots in blues, rock and a little bit of country, Hill performs his original songs, blues classics and, quite often, raucous renditions of Jimi Hendrix tunes.
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Terry Gillespie Trio
Centre Culturel Le Chenail, Hawkesbury, ON
Saturday, November 14 @ 7:30 pm; $25
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BLUES IN JAMAICA 2016
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Blues In Jamaica
Samsara Cliff Resort, Negril, Jamaica
January 29 – February 5, 2016

We have decided to more or less take over the fabulous Samsara Cliff Resort in Negril for 2016 with our Group and provide more onsite music and activities including everyone this year! There are only 48 rooms to book here for each week, so please book early and get onboard with your deposits of $200 per person now to secure your spot.

We have been asked to come back for a bigger Blues Festival at the Seastar Inn in 2016 and will also include the Wednesday Nite Jam @ Roots Bamboo, highlighting local Reggae talent as well. We will also do our Half Moon Bay private Beach Bash as that was a huge success, on Tuesday and the Lobster was fabulous! See below for more info!

Join Terry Gillespie & Canadian Blues Artists including
Chuck Jackson
Cheryl Lescom
Chuckee Zehr
Brant Parker
Jerome Godboo
& Surprise Guests!

Pricing
Dates 1 week - Jan 29-Feb 5, 2016 - Friday to Friday better flight options for you!
Westjet Flights
From Ottawa
Garden Cottages $1649 per person double occupancy
Superior Oceanview $1779 per person double occupancy
From Montreal
Garden Cottages $1649 per person double occupancy
Superior Oceanview $1759 per person double
Also:
10 nights Jan 23-Feb 2, 2016
From Montreal
Garden Cottages $1929 per person double occupancy
Superior Oceanview $2099 per person double occupancy

Deposits are $200 per person to book and hold space!
Final payment due in full November 30, 2015!

For further info:
NORTHSTAR TRAVEL
519 804 9251 DIRECT LINE
Dawn Fairbanks
519 265 6422 home office
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KINGSTON SPECIAL EVENTS
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Jerome Godboo
            with Shawn Kellerman & Erick Shenkman
RCHA Club, 193 Ontario Street, Kingston ON
Saturday, October 3 @ 8:30 pm; $15 advance
            Advance tickets available @ the RCHA Club or reserve by calling
613 384-8168 or by email bruce@kingstonbluessociety.ca 

Toronto singer and harmonica player Jerome Godboo is an accomplished and exceptional bluesman whose harp-bending skills were recognized by his 2014 International Blues Challenge Lee Oskar Best Harmonica Player award. His latest release, “Sanctuary City”, features Spin Doctors guitarist Eric Schenkman. Guitarist Shawn Kellerman joins Jerome and Eric for this show.
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Jennis
RCHA Club, 193 Ontario Street, Kingston ON
Friday, October 16

Jennis brings together award-winning Guelph-based Dennis Gaumond’s decades of experience writing and performing original blues and folk and the diverse musical experiences of veteran Toronto indie-scene multi-instrumentalist Jen Gillmor. The unique blend of cello and dobro is also augmented by unusual sounds, such as a didgeridoo, custom-tuned harmonics, flute, wau-guitar, jaw harp and wazinator. It makes for a very entertaining peroformance, filled with energy, passion and humour. Their rootsy sound is at times bluesy, at times funky, jazzy or folky, with a hind of exotic ethnic influences.
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Ike Stubblefield
RCHA Club, 193 Ontario Street, Kingston ON
Friday, October 23

Hammond B3 virtuoso Ike Stubblefield is a music industry legend. With almost 50 years in the business, you may think he’s seen and done it all, but he’s just getting started.
“I’m combining all elements of my 46 years of playing,” said Stubblefield. “My style’s kind of all over the place so it’s not a jam band, or jazz or funk necessarily, but it has all those elements.”
Ike Stubblefied is more than just a performer, he’s an artist in the true sense of the word, and whether writing, producing or composing, he is always working to perfect his art. 
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KINGSTON REGULAR EVENTS
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KBS Monthly Jam
The Standeasy
RCHA Club, 193 Ontario Street, Kingston ON
Third Saturday each month @ 8:30 pm, $3 at the door

The KBS monthly jam is now in its 6th year. The house is always full and both the musicians and the audience always have a great time. Always one of the best nights of entertainment Kingston has to offer – come early as seating is limited. Sponsored by the Kingston Arts Council and the City of Kingston.
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The Ones
Monte’s in the Prince George Hotel, 200 Ontario Street, Kingston ON
Every Thursday night @ 9 pm 

Shaun Riley and the Chrome Hearts
Host a regular open jam every Thursday, 9:30 pm – 1 am
at Tir Nan Og, 200 Ontario Street

Sam Hopkins and Spencer Evans
Upstairs @ the Brew Pub
Every Second Sunday 2-4 PM

Shaun Riley and the Chrome Hearts
Host a regular open jam every Sunday, 8-11 pm
Rhea's Bar and Grill, 493 Princess St. (at University Ave.)
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For more, please contact Kingston Blues Society
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BLUES ON THE RADIO
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101.9 DAWG-FM, CIDG, is ON THE AIR!  Blues 24/7
Live streaming on the website at http://www.dawgfm.com/

Sundays, 8-9 pm: Ottawa Blues Society DAWG’ON BLUES
Each week OBS hosts keep you up to date on what’s happening on the Ottawa area blues scene, play some great blues from local bands and showcase regional and Canadian talent.
This week, October 4 – OBS DAWG’ON BLUES –Memphis! with Liz Sykes
Next week, October 11 – OBS DAWG’ON BLUES – with Larry Deszcz

Sundays, 7-8 pm: INSIDE THE BLUES
with James Doran
Inside The Blues features music and interesting backgrounder information on today’s top Blues artists with a strong focus on Canadian talent mixed in with some great Blues classics. All Shows are archived on www.insidetheblues.ca after broadcast and can be listened to there at any time. 
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On CKCU-FM 93.1
The Mighty 93.1
Community Radio serving the Ottawa Carleton Region

Sundays: 9-11 pm
Black and Blues
with John Tackaberry
The show features a heavy dose of electric blues and rhythm and blues, with the occasional selection of sixties soul.  The first hour is dedicated to artist profiles and reviews of recordings on particular labels.  In the second hour there is a blues calendar, a rundown of events in Toronto, Montreal and Ottawa, and interviews with “new and reissued blues and rhythm and blues tracks on wax”, alternating with “live blues and R&B for a Sunday night” in the last half hour of the show. On the last Sunday of every month, the show goes “down in the delta” for a selection of acoustic blues tracks in the final half hour of the program.
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Wednesdays: 9-11 pm
In A Mellow Tone
with Ron Sweetman
Jazz from every era & every style – from 1917 to 2015. Each program features an artist, group, instrument, event, city or record label.  Check out Ron’s website www.inamellowtone.com for info on upcoming shows and playlists (current show is posted several days in advance and past shows are archived).  Stream and view past episodes here: http://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/94/info.html.
Ron is always happy to hear from listeners at ronsweetman@kalixo.com
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On CBC Radio Two 103.3 FM
Saturdays: 6-8 pm
On CBC Radio One 91.5 FM
Saturdays: 9-11 pm
Saturday Night Blues
Host Holger Petersen has been a broadcaster, record producer, album collector, and serious blues fan for over 35 years.  His collection of blues records numbers in the thousands.  On Saturday Night Blues each week you’ll hear a mix of classic blues from the ‘Petersen Vaults’, concerts, interviews, artist features, new releases, plus anything that boogies, jumps, or swings, plus your requests from the Bluesline.
And check out SNB videos here http://www.cbc.ca/snb/video/
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The Bluesmobile with Elwood Blues, CHEZ FM 106.1
Sundays 6-7 pm; Wednesdays 11 pm – midnight
October 3-4 – Stevie Ray Vaughan
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On CJHR 98.7 Valley Heritage Radio
Thursdays, 8-10 pm
Got The Blues
Pat Watters is your host for this blues only radio show, now in its 7th year.  It can be heard throughout the Ottawa Valley and streaming on the internet at valleyheritageradio.ca.
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Sunday Morning Soul
with Johnny Max
Check www.sundaymorningsoul.com for times … and you can hear the best in Brand New Blues, Roots, Soul and R&B, each and every Sunday morning.
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Streaming great Blues, Roots, Soul, R&B, Folk, East Coast and Celtic music across Canada and around the world 24/7/365.
Check out their Canadian Blues shows and hosts, including James Doran’s ‘Inside The Blues’, Brant Zwicker’s ‘At The Crossroads’, along with Mark Stenzler's ‘Blues Zeppelin’ from Switzerland … and lots more Canadian and international Blues shows. 
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LOCALS LOOK AHEAD
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Friday, October 9
The Ramblin’ Valley Band @ the Savoy in Westboro, 8 pm
Sunday, October 11
Steve Thomas Band hosts the Open Blues Jam @ the Rainbow, 4-7:30 pm
Wicked Grin @ the Atomic Rooster, 6-9 pm
Saturday, October 17
The Bush Pilots with the Drew Nelson Band @ Irene’s Pub, 9:30 pm
Sunday, October 18
Jimmy Cochrane hosts the Open Blues Jam @ the Rainbow, 4-7:30 pm
Friday, October 23
The Ramblin’ Valley Band @ Black Squirrel Books
Sunday, October 25
River City Junction hosts the Open Blues Jam @ the Rainbow, 4-7:30 pm
Rod Williams Band @ the Atomic Rooster, 6-9 pm
Saturday, October 31
Bella Cat @ the Black Sheep Inn, 4:30 pm
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