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BLUES GRAMMY WINNERS
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Best Traditional Blues Album - Ramblin' Jack Elliott – “A Stranger Here”
Best Contemporary Blues Album - Derek Trucks Band – “Already Free”
Best Cajun/Zydeco Album - Buckwheat Zydeco – “Lay Your Burden Down”
Best Historic Reissue - Little Walter “The Complete Chess Masters" box
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SPECIAL EVENTS THIS WEEK
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***CANCELLED***
Anthony Gomes & the New Soul Cowboys
Irene’s Pub, 885 Bank Street
Tuesday, February 2
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Julian Fauth
Rainbow, 76 Murray Street
Saturday, February 6
Julian Fauth’s Juno-winning CD, “Ramblin’ Son” contains 18 songs, most originals, and has received rave reviews here at home and in Britain and the US. Julian is competing in the Solo/Duo component of the International Blues Challenge in Memphis TN, representing the Grand River Blues Society. Accompanying Julian for these shows will be Bob Vespaziani on the drums. Those two cats have been playing together for a long time and have a very tight act.
Here’s what Electro-Fi’s Andrew Galloway says:
“He's one of a kind, Julian.... It's like he's from another time, he's such a student of the blues. He kind of takes all the pieces of the puzzle and he puts it back together in a way that's much different than anyone else…. He does something that is virtually impossible to do, which is to take old style blues traditions, and not mimic it, but to combine that with his own original voice and lyricism, and it's just magical. It's a foot in the future and a foot in the past."
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LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS THIS WEEK
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Rocket Rached & the Fat City 8
Elmdale House Tavern, 1084 Wellington Street
Thursday & Friday, February 4-5; Cover $5
This recording has been a long time coming! After a 4 year hiatus, Rocket Rached & the Fat City 8 rocked a packed house on July 13, 2009 at the Elmdale House Tavern and sounded like they hadn’t missed a beat!
Rocket Rached & the Fat City 8 were formed back in the mid-90s. The band was a regular weekly event on Thursdays at the Rainbow Bistro for 7 years. Over the years, almost all of Ottawa’s blues luminaries have played with Fat City from Tony D, Trevor Finlay, Sue Foley and Steve Marriner, as well, players from Canada’s blues community … David Gogo and the late Jeff Healey to name a few. International stars on the list include Otis Grand and members of Roomful of Blues.
Rocket Rached and Fat City 8 have played across the country and played the Ottawa Bluesfest for 8 years straight as well as other festivals. They have also opened for Duke Robillard, Junior Wells, Roomful of Blues and the highlight of the 1998 Bluesfest – opening for Ray Charles.
The Rocket Man “Jed Rached” is a passionate bluesman. A founding member of the Ottawa Blues Society, as well as one of 2 hosts of the ‘Midweek Blues’, a weekly blues radio show that was on CHUO 89.1 fm for 21 years.
The time has come to capture the high energy show and talent on CD to share with all of Fat City’s fans. We want to invite everyone down to the show to be part of this recording. Appearing with fat city will be some of Ottawa’s finest musicians, including Steve Marriner, Tony D and Matt Sobb (multiple Maple Blues Award winners), Andrea Karam and Scott Doubt.
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JW-Jones
Rainbow, 76 Murray Street
Friday, February 5
JW-Jones’ new CD, “Midnight Sun” is due out soon. Some tracks on this CD were recorded at Sun Studios last May, with special guest Hubert Sumlin sitting in. If you can’t afford the 65 Roses Gala on Monday night, perhaps you should check out the band and songs from the new CD on Friday at the Rainbow.
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65 Roses Gala
With JW-Jones
Hampton Inn Conference Centre, 200 Coventry Road
Monday, February 8 @ 5:30 pm; $125 per ticket
This year is a very special year and marks the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s 50th Anniversary! Please join us as we celebrate Hope Made Through Progress!
The 65 Roses Gala is the highlight event of the year when our Foundation, along with our partner the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club, event sponsors, national partners, community leaders, supporters and donors all come together with one goal in mind – to breathe life into the future for young Canadians battling cystic fibrosis!
This inspiring evening is hosted by Max Keeping and 65 Roses Celebrity Chair, Shean Donovan, along with other members of the Ottawa Senators organization in attendance!
JW-Jones will be providing the music and reports that “… two amazing boys battling this condition are (most likely) going to be joining us on stage for a tune. A young guitarist and drummer with some new-found blues chops (oh yea baby) ... and they are talented little dudes! I am so excited that they've found music as a positive outlet.”
Please support this event - all proceeds go towards the continued research for CF.
AND IT'S FUN!!
If you can't attend, perhaps you can donate an auction item or make a financial gift donation.
http://www.senators65roses.com/galaMain.html
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AREA HIGHLIGHTS THIS WEEK
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Julian Fauth
Tweedsmuir Tavern, Tweed ON
Friday, February 5
Julian Fauth’s Juno-winning CD, “Ramblin’ Son” contains 18 songs, most originals, and has received rave reviews here at home and in Britain and the US. Julian is competing in the Solo/Duo component of the International Blues Challenge in Memphis TN, representing the Grand River Blues Society. Accompanying Julian for these shows will be Bob Vespaziani on the drums. Those two cats have been playing together for a long time and have a very tight act.
Here’s what Electro-Fi’s Andrew Galloway says:
“He's one of a kind, Julian.... It's like he's from another time, he's such a student of the blues. He kind of takes all the pieces of the puzzle and he puts it back together in a way that's much different than anyone else…. He does something that is virtually impossible to do, which is to take old style blues traditions, and not mimic it, but to combine that with his own original voice and lyricism, and it's just magical. It's a foot in the future and a foot in the past."
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George Buys
The Branch, Kemptville ON
Saturday, February 6, 8:30 – 11:30 pm
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LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS EVERY WEEK
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Irene’s Blues Jam
Irene’s Pub, 885 Bank Street
Thursdays, 9 pm – 1 am
The Stellar Cast Blues Jam is 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. The Stellar Cast features Mike Ktenas (bass) and Corky Kealey (drums) as the foundation, and is filled out by 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 the popularity the night has garnered over the years.
Special guests:
February 4 – Jeff Hagerman
February 11 – Vince Halfhide
February 18 – Terry Gillespie
February 25 – Dr. Dave
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Sunday Blues, 6-9 pm, no cover
Atomic Rooster, 303 Bank Street (at MacLaren)
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Open Blues/Rock jam
Le Petit Chicago in Hull Centre-Town, 50 Portage Street
Sundays, 8-11 pm, starting March 29
We provide drums and amps, just bring your instrument. One musician at a time can play, with the band for improvisation, or as a standalone, for 15/20 minutes. You can register your name on a list at the door, choosing at what time you'd like to play. We suggest that you know how to communicate in terms of chords and rhythms, to make the improvisation easier and more convenient for the other musicians. You're more than welcome to come and play with us, and bring your friends! Le Petit Chicago is a very nice bar and we hope to see a lot of people. Spread the word!
nic_rip@hotmail.com
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Jesse Greene Band
Irene’s, 885 Bank Street
Every Sunday night, 9 pm
Jesse Greene and band perform live at Irene's every Sunday night. Blues/jazz originals rock, funk, folk, R&B, don't miss out! This is a kick-ass band. Jesse is an amazing guitarist and songwriter. Bluesfest performances, and shows with her other two bands Jokko and Frank and Jesse James have really started to turn heads and win hearts. But this is by far the best yet!
Drums - Jason Cote; Guitar - Luke Donovan & Jesse Greene; Harp - Marc Seguin; Bass - Dan Grewal.
http://www.myspace.com/thejessegreeneband
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LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS ONCE A MONTH
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Open Blues Jam
Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray Street
2nd Sunday of each month, 4-7 pm; cover $5 (jammers free)
Hosted by Smokestack Lightning, the jam is open to all ages.
http://www.myspace.com/landonsblues
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Open Blues Jam
Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray Street
Last Sunday of each month, 4-7 pm; cover $5 (jammers free)
Hosted by River City Junction, 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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Blues Jam
Avant- Garde Bar & Restaurant, 135½ Besserer Street
First Tuesday of each month @ 8 pm
Hosted by River City Junction, this jam is open to guest performers, but is not an ’open jam’.
If you want to play, please contact River City Junction in advance to work out what instrument you play & what songs you would like to do.
Contact Jason jason@rivercityjunction.com
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SPECIAL EVENTS COMING SOON
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The 11th edition of Virée Blues Boreale presents
“Carte Blanche to Ricky Paquette”
Le Petit Chicago, 50 Promenade du Portage (in the Old Hull sector)
Wednesday, February 10 @ 8 pm
As some may have heard, we are launching the 11th edition of Virée Blues Boreale with a concept-type show featuring Ricky Paquette and guests.
http://www.rickypaquette.com/Bio.html
The big news is where will this 11th edition take place? You all remember that since Le Troquet and the 2008 events, Virée Blues Boreale was left a wanderer. As requested by the new owners of Le Petit Chicago as well as discussions with our partners at Club Addiction, we all agreed to keep Virée Blues Boreale on the road; so Virée Blues Boreale will keep on changing venue for its various editions, among places that will show interest in greeting you and Virée Blues Boreale. This is but a minor realignment within our partnership with Club Addiction, a major venue of the Old Hull sector, renowned for its comedy shows and we expect to return there for some of our future special events.
The cosy and warm rustic atmosphere of Le Petit Chicago falls within one of Virée Blues Boreale’s major goals which is to revive the most positive elements of “Le Petit Chicago of Yesteryear” style, this hardly told part of our town’s history, the history of a very lively downtown, of international renown (even if sometimes for the wrong reasons) and where prestigious artists such as Miles Davis, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, today’s legends, came to perform.
www.myspace.com/vireeblues
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Sharrie Williams
Rainbow, 76 Murray Street
Thursday, February 11
Born and raised in the projects of Saginaw, Michigan, Sharrie grew up surrounded by music and singing her entire childhood. She teamed up with The WiseGuys in 1997, and began appearing regularly at Chicago’s renowned Blues Clubs such as Kingston Mines and Buddy Guy’s Legends.
Sharrie Williams and The Wiseguys traveled to Europe and by 2004 had toured Holland, France, Italy the Netherlands, Spain, Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada and Great Britain.
In April 2004 Sharrie released “Hard Drivin’ Woman” on the German label Crosscut Records. Word spread back to the US about her captivating performances and rock solid recording. She performed at US festivals including the Chicago Blues Festival and the Pocono Blues Festival soon thereafter. Her CD sales at the Pocono Blues Festival were at the top of sales records for this storied event, a major contributor in introducing her to the American blues market.
Sharrie’s unique style of ‘Rockin’ Gospel Blues’ is surrounded by strong and powerful vocals and arrangements, with songs that grab your soul, like ‘Hard Drivin’ Woman’, ‘Travellin’’ and ‘Blues Lover’. Sharrie touches souls with her talent and passion for her music, combined with her smoky, sexy and imitable style she always leaves her audience calling for one more song. She emerges with grace as a humble and rock solid professional, a talented songstress that stands on her own. In January 2007, Sharrie signed a recording contract with Electro-Fi Records and “I’m Here to Stay” was released in 2007. Sharrie and the Band have been touring extensively throughout the USA and Europe in support of this release.
http://www.sharriewilliams.com/
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Debuting February 12 @ Irene’s
TNT
Terry Gillespie & Terry O. are TNT Duo
Accompanied by the TNT Drummers
Irene’s Pub, 885 Bank Street
Friday, February 12 @ 9:45 pm; $10
The TNT Act originates from Terry practicing and performing solo shows which took him away from large stage settings to more intimate venues. Liking the intimacy but missing the rhythm and eager to
follow up on this new approach to performing he quickly engaged a group of musicians who could express the rhythms Terry needed while allowing him to develop a different approach to performing.
Roots Music with a full different band and the debut of the TNT Drummers! Terry Gillespie accompanied by Terry Owen and featuring the TNT Drummers! The TNT Drummers are Master Drummers, Wayne Stoute and Jeffery Grosvenor accompanied by Jacthin Boucher. No traps all hand-drums! The music will reach right back to the delta, next, it blows right in the now – a dynamic instrumentation under Terry’s soulful voice. Come out and see something completely unique & totally enjoyable in roots music.
http://www.terrygillespie.ca/ANDTerry now has a Faux-45 … a 2-tune wonder which is available at all of his shows.
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The Mighty Popo
Black Sheep Inn, Wakefield, QC
Saturday, February 13
You could say that the Mighty Popo is a Rwandan/Burundian refugee/survivor whose music is steeped in African tradition, but you’d hardly be getting at the whole story of one of Canada’s greatest rising stars. As much as Popo has inherited a love of the traditional music of Rwanda and Burundi, he also has a lifelong connection with rock and roll, blues, jazz, R&B, Reggae and folk traditions. His music reflects his immersion in a world culture which he has navigated with grace, sensitivity and an enormous sense of exploration and fun. It is enriched by many traditions. It is authentically his. It is validated by its own excellence. Yes, the Mighty Popo is a Rwandan/Burundian refugee/ survivor whose music is steeped in African tradition. He is also one terrific musician and someone to watch – in Canada and around the world.
www.mightypopo.ca
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Music By the Bay Live presents
Mardi Gras Party
With Loco Zydeco
The Waterfront Bistro, 590 Liverpool Rd. S., Pickering ON
Thursday, February 18 @ 8 pm; tickets $20
Loco Zydeco is a 6-person, high energy, Canadian Zydeco band, based in Toronto. Loco Zydeco has created a unique take on Louisiana's most exciting musical export – the accordion and rub-board driven, get the crowd movin’ and groovin’ straight out of the steamy Creole bayou music called Zydeco. In all its toe-tapping, hip-shaking glory, only a very few bands in Canada perform Zydeco.
Formed in 2002, Loco Zydeco has earned a reputation for pumping up a crowd of any age, getting them moving in their seats or onto the dance floor and joining them on stage to try their hand at the rub-board during their energetic live performances.
http://www.locozydeco.com/LZ/Home.html
There will be seating for everyone to enjoy the performance in this intimate 100-seat venue. Free parking is available. Enjoy a Mardi Gras-inspired dinner before the show and receive a 10% discount on your meal (food only); reservations @ 905-420-2020.
http://www.musicbythebaylive.com/shows.html
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Rev. Ernie Cox and Band
CD Release
NAC Fourth Stage, 53 Elgin Street
Friday & Saturday, February 19-20; tickets $25
The Rev. Ernie Cox and his 5 piece band, along with the London Family singers, present two evenings of soulful Blues and black Gospel music. This is a special CD release concert for Ernie's brand new Blues and Gospel disc, recorded in Montreal Studio Victor.
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Matt Anderson
& Wil
Centrepointe Theatre,
Thursday, February 25 @ 8 pm; tickets $35
Matt Andersen is a well-known and established part of the East Coast music landscape, a favourite live performer at clubs and festivals, who won Blues and Male Solo Recording of the Year at the 2009 East Coast Music Awards. His sprawling acoustic blues, roots and rock musical hybrid and his soulful voice has sparked a phenomenal buzz. Wil delivers intense live shows with his expansive roots-rock lyrics sound and world-weary lyrics.
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MARDI GRAS
With Ball & Chain
And Swamperella
Elmdale House, 1084 Wellington Street
Saturday, February 27
Ball and Chain presents MARDI GRAS with Swamperella.
Ball and Chain choose their material from an unusual and diverse pool of music. Jody has been a fan of old‑time country for many years and has twenty years experience as a dancer and choreographer. Michael comes from the Montreal music scene and Danielle Martineau’s band, Rockabayou ... the Cajun connection! Together Michael and Jody have nurtured a growing interest in the music of Southwest Louisiana and made many trips there to study, play and dance in the music halls and houses of Cajun country. Country music and Cajun music are related ... like hillbilly cousins that look alike and finish each other’s sentences. Remember the Louisiana Hayride of the 50's? The combination of tunes and styles that become Ball and Chain’s repertoire make sense together. At any live show you could hear songs by Hank Williams next to Denis McGee next to John Hiatt or June Carter.
Swamperella is not just a musical group, it's a scene: spicy, melancholy, toe tapping, sexy, the Swamperella experience ‘'defies listeners to stay seated’. Swamperella’s expression of music is deeply rooted in Cajun tradition and the band’s original material attests to a profound understanding of and connection to the ‘Louisiana sound’.
This band has played a myriad of venues and whether the show is in a barn in Gaspé, Quebec for the 400th anniversary of Acadian history, or at Brock University performing with the Niagara Symphony Orchestra, Swamperella rocks! And people respond! The music is infectious and the Swamperella approach is to pull out all the stops. The old fashioned waltzes drive forward in pulsating rhythm, the plaintive vocal harmonies wrap the listener in a haunting reminiscence, the washboard grooves get everyone moving and those that still won't dance find themselves clapping along and hollering.
Swamperella is honest in its musical approach, its interpretation and its repartée. Swamperella is a five-piece band made up of: lead fiddler, vocalist and washboard player Soozi Schlanger; on button accordion, fiddle and vocals Peter Jellard; guitarist, Conny Nowe; bassist, Rachel Melas; and percussionist, Dave Pontello. Swamperella’s 3rd recording, “On the Line”, contains a mixture of traditional Cajun waltzes and two steps, Swamperella originals, and some upbeat zydeco numbers.
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Mr. Something Something
Rainbow, 76 Murray Street
Saturday, February 27
A little something for the body, a little something for the mind: your soundtrack to a joyful revolution.
With their fourth album, Toronto’s Mr. Something Something continue to gain international recognition for their unique blend of Afrobeat, jazz and pop. Their irresistible rhythms and interactive live shows have long served as a vehicle for social justice & environmental activism, and in 2009, the band took audience participation to new levels with its SoundCycle - Canada’s first bicycle powered sound system. Power to the people, by the people!
Mr. Something Something represents six years of composing, performing, risk-taking, improving and ultimately mobilizing the original vision of founding members Larry Graves [drums/percussion] and John MacLean [saxophone/voice]. Twenty years of playing, studying and traveling passed before these two childhood friends settled on the unbeatable dance rhythms of Nigeria, Senegal, Mali and Ghana as the most natural gathering place for the elements that would ultimately make up the Mr. Something Something sound.
Western instruments and concepts of improvisation are explored and layered over what used to be called Afrobeat; but the term strains to contain the innovations happening in the rhythm section at every show. It also fails to express in fiery-enough terms the imaginative solo work of respected jazz guitarist Paul MacDougall. Liam Smith dependably delivers basslines designed to induce and sustain a state of ecstatic dancing. And there is always inspiration to be drawn from mesmerizing on-stage dancer/choreographer Jennifer Dallas. The horn section strikes with power and uplifts with melody. And above it all, acting as a lightning rod, is the lyric statement of the case for change and consciousness, passionately delivered by electrifying frontman Johan Hultqvist.
Aside from wildly energized and unpredictable live shows, the band is becoming increasingly well-known for its green politics and environmental activism.
http://www.mrsomethingsomething.com/
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Debbie Davies
Victoria Hall Concert Hall, Coburg ON
Saturday, February 27 @ 8 pm; tickets $26.50 advance, $32 at the door
A twenty-year veteran of the road, Debbie Davies is truly one of the leading lights on the contemporary blues music scene today. She’s a former guitarist for Albert Collins and John Mayall and her latest Vizz Tone release “Holdin’ Court’ is high on the National Roots Radio Charts (blues). “Holdin’ Court” is all-instrumentals(5 covers, 6 originals), reminiscent of the blues instrumental albums released in the 1960s. Debbie Davis is nominated for a 2010 Blues Music Award for Best Traditional Blues Artist/electric/female.
http://www.zapp-productions.com/
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MonkeyJunk
Black Sheep Inn, Wakefield QC
Saturday, February 27 @ 9 pm
Sunday, February 28 @ 4 pm
Canada’s newest blues and roots band is taking the blues scene by storm. After placing 3rd in the IBC in Memphis in February 2009, they toured Canada and appeared at European festivals. They are nominated for 6 Maple Blues Awards and also received a rare, for Canadians, Blues Music Award nomination for Best New Artist Debut. Formed in late March 2008 in Ottawa, they play an original style of swamp boogie R&B, bedroom funk and love songs that will break your heart, MonkeyJunk is Tony D on guitar, slide guitar and vocals; Steve Marriner on vocals, guitar, baritone guitar and harmonica and Matt Sobb on drums, cymbals, percussion and background vocals. These three musicians apply a combined 56 years of experience in the music business to entertain in a raw and captivating manner you will not soon forget . . . see for yourself!
http://www.monkeyjunkband.com/
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FEBRUARY IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH
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Black History Ottawa is a registered non-profit Canadian charity led by a dedicated group of volunteers. Since 1986, it has coordinated and promoted Black History Month in Ottawa to celebrate the contribution of Black people to the Canadian mosaic. In addition, the organisation supports aspiring local artists, designers, writers and innovators. It also organises child and youth-centred mentorship and leadership programs during the year. In 2009, Black History Ottawa was the proud recipient of the Community Partner award from the Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa. This award is given annually to an organisation which has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to making a difference to the lives of children, youth or families, while working in partnership with the Society. Black History Ottawa is a member of the Council of Heritage Organisations in Ottawa.
Below is a list of some of the music-related Black History month events.
For the full list of events, go to http://www.blackhistoryottawa.org/welcome.php?pid=117&lang=en
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Sauti Yetu (Our Voice) presented by the African Heritage Centre
Library & Archives of Canada, 395 Wellington Street
Wednesday February 3 @ 7:30 pm; admission: $15 in advance & $20 at the door.
Traditional Dances, Songs, Drumming, Belly Dancing & much more.
Guest speaker: Hon. Madeleine Meilleur (Ontario Minister of Community and Social Services and Minister Responsible for Francophone Affairs).
Information: 613.860.3022 day time, evenings; 613.612.5533, after 7:00 pm. on weekdays & weekends; africanheritage04@hotmail.com
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Urban Prayze Nite
Carleton University, Southam hall, Kilash Mital Theater
Saturday, February 6, 5-10 pm
Songs of Prayze, a free annual gospel concert organized by a group of non denominational Christians at Carleton University, whose mission is to bring the Word of God to the young and young at heart through music, dance, mime etc.
UPN 2010 is themed Songs of Prayze and features "Spirit and Truth", "The Chosen few" and other exciting acts.
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Hip-Hop DeTox
St Paul's University Auditorium, 223 Main Street
Saturday, February 13, 6-9 pm
The Muhammad Study Group Ottawa Presents "Hip-Hop DeTox" featuring, dance, spoken word, poetry, rap and more.
For more info: Sister Alex 613-608-2947
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Nigerian Panorama
Library & Archives of Canada, 395 Wellington Street
Saturday, February 20, 2-5 pm; admission: $5
Art exhibit, music, dance, fashion and culture from Nigeria.
Come and experience the sights and sounds of Africa’s most populous and vibrant nation.
Information: Brenda Obaseki, BRENDA.OBASEKI@forces.gc.ca, 613.737.7401
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16 Bars Hip Hop Symposium
Location: TBA (check the website)
Saturday, February 27, 10 am – 2 pm; students $10; adults $20
Presented by 3Dreads and a Baldhead in collaboration with Hip Hop Loves Foundation.
"Serving to educate and inspire marginalized populations through the power of Hip Hop and Hip Hop Culture".
Super Special Guest panel to be announced!
Information: www.3dreads.com or email 3dreads@gmail.com; 613-818-8954
Early Registration Deadline is February 15, 2010
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A celebration of African and Caribbean Culture
Library & Archives Canada, 395 Wellington Street
Sunday, February 28, 1-5 pm; free admission
An afternoon of inspiration and entertainment celebrating the different cultures of Africa and the Caribbean.
African and Caribbean food, singers, slam poetry, African Traditional dances and an Art Exhibition made by recently arrived children.
Information: www.cic.ca
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BLUES ON THE RIDEAU 2009/10
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Blues on the Rideau, a Dinner & Show Fundraiser Series at The Cove Inn, Westport featuring some of Canada’s best blues artists, takes place once month from October to June in the friendly, intimate setting of a cozy country Inn. Includes a delicious full course buffet dinner plus the Show with proceeds going to support different local charities – all for only $55 tax in. Advance reservations required. Shows frequently sell out in advance so book early. February 19 – One show only – JEROME GODBOO BAND http://www.jeromegodboo.comFrom Toronto - A potent mix of voice, harmonica & electricity – 2009 Maple Blues Harmonica Player of the Year nomineeProceeds to the Rideau Waterway Land Trust & Friends of Foley Mountain March 19 – One show only – JOHN CAMPBELLJOHN BAND http://www.campbelljohn.caFrom Cape Breton, NS - Sizzling slide guitar rockin’ blues all the way from Cape Breton – a multiple Maple Blues Award nomineeProceeds to the Westport Lions Club Mobility Van & Compassion Canada Sponsor-A-Child April 23/24 – HARMONICA SHAH w. JACK DE KEYZER & BANDhttp://www.electrofi.com and http://www.jackdekeyzer.comFrom Detroit & Toronto - The Shah of Detroit blues harp & voice with a hot Toronto band featuring the great Jack de Keyzer on guitarProceeds to Westport In Bloom & Habitat For Humanity May 14 – To be announced June 19 – DANNY MARKS & THE BLUES ALL STARS http://www.dannym.comFrom Toronto - A child prodigy now one of Canada’s best blues guitarist/singer/entertainers backed by an All Star bandProceeds to the David McCarthy Scholarship Fund Artists & dates may change. Check the web site or call The Cove as the Show date draws closer.$55 for dinner & show (taxes & donation to charity included) 7 pm buffet dinner, Show 8:30 pm to 11 pmWell-priced accommodation available at The Cove & nearby B&Bs The historic Cove Inn is located in the beautiful town of Westport on Upper Rideau Lake - a 1.5 hour drive from Ottawa, 45 minutes from Kingston. http://www.coveinn.com
Advance reservations required. Call The Cove (613) 273-3636 & book your tickets now!
Visit http://www.choosetheblues.ca for more info & updates
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BLUES IN KINGSTON
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Sharrie Williams
and her awesome band, The Wiseguys
Confederation Place Hotel
Friday February 12; doors open 8 pm; show starts at 8:30 pm; tickets $25
From Detroit (Saginaw) Michigan, the Princess of Rockin’ Gospel Blues, Sharrie Williams has been nominated twice for the Blues Music Award’s ‘Female Artist of the Year’.
http://www.sharriewilliams.com/
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Regular events
Kingston Blues Society Monthly Jam
RCHA Club, 193 Ontario St. (big blue door), Kingston ON
3rd Saturday of each month, 9 pm – midnight; $3 at the door
Always one of the best nights of entertainment Kingston has to offer – come early as seating is limited.
Come out and see Mojo Shooter (one of Kingston's best bands) and a special guest each month. Then watch and dance as Mojo Shooter and some of Kingston's best musicians get together and jam the night away.
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Georgette Fry
Brandees, 178 Ontario Street, Kingston ON
Every Thursday night at 8:30 pm (new start time)
The Ones
Monte’s in the Prince George Hotel, 200 Ontario Street, Kingston ON
Every Thursday night @ 9 pm
Agent Blue
RCHA Club, 193 Ontario St. (big blue door), Kingston ON
First Saturday of each month; early start 8 pm
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For more, please contact Kingston Blues Society
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BLIND LEMON
TOP 20 CANADIAN BLUES ALBUMS of 2009
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If you missed the Blind Lemon Top 20 Canadian Blues Albums of 2009 countdown special when it was originally broadcast, January 11, it will be re-broadcast tonight, Monday, February 1 at 9 pm (7:30 pm Eastern Time).
Terry Parsons, CHMR FM
http://www.chmr.ca
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CANADA LIVE – ON THE RADIO
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Canada Live presents Idols and Inspirations
-- concerts featuring mentors, protégés, and musical heroes
Monday – Thursday, February 1-4
Monday, February 1, 2010
concert 1: Fathers & Sons
recorded at Capilano University in North Vancouver
Mentor and Protégé. In most cases, these roles are clear. But when you bring together Jim Byrnes, Doug Cox, Steve Dawson and Amos Garret as Fathers & Sons, the roles get blurred. These four musicians set the standard for folk and blues and yet seem to pick up fresh ideas from one another along the way. Hear them exchange ideas tonight on Canada Live and discover why they command so much respect.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
concert 1: Eval Manigat
recorded at the 2009 Festival international de Jazz de Montréal on July 6, 2009
A concert tribute to the late Eval Manigat. In the '70s, before la belle province knew what world beat was, Eval Manigat came from Haiti to open ears to a new kind of sound. Celebrating the immortal legacy of this world music giant, sadly lost to us in August of 2008, is an all-star lineup of musicians he collaborated with: Jean Vanasse, vibraphone; Jean-Pierre Zanella, saxophone, song-stylist Karen Young, pianist Tim Jackson, and a expanded brass and rhythm section led by saxophonist Yvan Belleau and guitarist Martial Méroné.
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
concert 1: Corb Lund
recorded at the Burton Cummings Theatre in Winnipeg
Country-roots musician Corb Lund is the product of four generations of Canadian ranchers and cowboys. He grew up in rural southern Alberta riding horseback, chasing cattle, and rodeoing. His songs tell stories about those formative years, while also drawing inspiration from the lives of both his ancestors and modern-day ranchers. "Losing Lately Gambler" is Corb Lund's latest release, which also features his rock-solid -- and rockin' -- band, the Hurtin' Albertans. The crowd at this concert showed its appreciation for the new songs, hooting and hollering and crowding the stage of the Burton Cummings Theatre in Winnipeg.
concert 2: Ian Tyson
recorded at Horizon Stage in Spruce Grove, Alberta
He is one of the greatest songwriters in Canadian music history. In the 1960's Ian and Sylvia were the king and queen of the folk scene in Canada. In the 70's formed the band "Great Speckled Bird", which helped define the country rock genre. Ian quit the music biz in the late '70's to become a rancher and rodeo rider but, lucky for us, came back to the music in the 80's. Though he continued to ranch and breed cutting horses, his return to music saw a natural focus on the loosely defined 'Cowboy music'; reflections on the lifestyle both historically and from a modern perspective. In the fall of 2008 Ian turned 75, and despite an injury and illness that has forever changed the sound of his voice, he wrote and recorded a new album: "Yellowhead to Yellowstone and other love stories". The new songs have an intimacy and urgency beyond most of Ian's previous work, and the old songs have an emotional resonance due to his vocal sound and his 5 decades as a writer and performer.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
concert 1: Neil Young Tribute
recorded at Massey Hall in Toronto
Relive a milestone in Canadian music history. On January 19, 1971, legendary singer-songwriter Neil Young gave a solo concert at Toronto's Massey Hall. Audiences there heard for the first time several of the iconic songs that would later appear on his albums, including his best-selling LP Harvest -- yet the live concert recording itself wasn't released until 2007. As part of last year's Luminato Festival in Toronto, a new generation of musicians led by Juno Award-winning music director Kevin Breit, recreate that landmark concert, performing their own distinctive arrangements of the album's classic songs. Tune in for highlights from this unforgettable concert.
Friday, February 5, 2010
Canada Live kicks off Next! - a ten-week series featuring Canada's up-and-coming musicians
concert 1: Ali Milner
recorded at the Telus Theatre, Vancouver, October 1, 2009
Ali Milner's a young one, just 19 years old but surprises with her skills both as a performer and songwriter. Naturally comparisons are being made - Joni Mitchell for one, a female Sam Cooke for another. Sam Cooke? No, really - check out "I Dare You." Ali brought her band plus some quality string players to round things out for this concert at the Telus Theatre on the campus of the University of British Columbia in Vancouver. She will play several concerts soon in her hometown of Whistler during the Olympics. Find out now about this talented young woman, Ali Milner.
concert 2: Leif Vollebekk
recorded at The Black Sheep Inn (Le Mouton Noir), Wakefield, Quebec
Here's what Leif Vollebekk wrote when we asked what set-up he would have on the 29th: "At present, it is just me at the Black Sheep: electric guitar, violin, acoustic guitar and piano. I'm still most comfortable playing solo and I've almost always done so at the Sheep and the sound has been superb each time. So I think solo would be the best way to go anyhow...think Neil Young, Live at Massey Hall 1971. I think we can get it to sound that good." If it were someone else we would be saying, "Bwah!" but Leif's name is on everyone's lips around Ottawa. He's a charming talent with a voice like Patrick Watson, style like early Bob Dylan, and lyrics like Leonard Cohen. He re-released is debut full-length album, Inland (independent, 2009), on Nevado Records in January 2010.
CBC Radio 1 broadcast, Fridays at 2:05 PM
Friday, February 5, 2010 on CBC Radio 1
concert 1: Great Canadian Song Quest - PART 2
recorded at Glenn Gould Studio in Toronto
Last fall, CBC Radio 2 brought Canadians the chance to share their passion, and nominate their favourite locations in the country to be celebrated in song through The Great Canadian Song Quest. Canadians also got the deciding vote on who would write and perform the songs. The result is an incredible cross-country playlist, with 13 brand-new, original songs. Canada Live presents the final step of the process -- the musicians gather together at Glenn Gould Studio in Toronto to perform their brand new songs in front of a live audience.
concert 2: Joel Plaskett
recorded at The Capitol Theater in Moncton, NB
Joel Plaskett wears many hats as a songwriter and touring artist. When he is fronting his band 'The Emergency' his shows are pure high-energy pop / rock. But Joel has another side - that of the solo, unplugged performer, and as witnessed on his most recent recording 'Three' -- aptly titled as it is a triple CD release in one package -- he is quite comfortable writing with the solo, more acoustic performance in mind. But, with whatever performance style he has in mind, the one thing Joel does is write good songs - songs with strong lyrics and melodies that can stand on their own, whatever the instrumentation
Canada Live podcast, released on Fridays
Friday, February 5, on the Canada Live podcast
Corb Lund
See Wednesday, February 3, 2010, concert 1 (above)
recorded at the Burton Cummings Theatre in Winnipeg
(Thanks to Derek Andrews for posting these to MaplePost)
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BLUES ON THE RADIO
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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 2010. 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). Ron is always happy to hear from listeners at ronsweetman@kalixo.com
This week, Listen Before You Buy: Recent jazz and blues releases in more traditional styles by Albert Ammons, Robin Banks, Ralf Buschmeyer, Duke Ellington, Bob Green, Nancy Harms, Bruno Hebert, Mendelson Joe, Pete Johnson, Meade Lux Lewis, Cripple Clarence Lofton, Memphis Nighthawks, Kat Parra, RG Royal Sound, Sinistrio, John Stein, Ross Taggart, Taildragger, Sundar Viswanathan and Julian Yeo.
Next week, February 10 – Unusual: Unusual instruments and unusual instrumentation. Will include Abbatoir, Artvark Saxophone Quartet, Svend Asmussen, Carlo Actis Dato, Brian Groder, Darryl Harper, Pierre-Yves Martel, Bill McBirnie, Not the Wind Not the Flag,Nous Percons les Oreilles, Tom Reese, Daniel Smith and Eldad Tarmu.
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Every other Monday, 2-7 am – starting Monday, January 18
Rockin’ the Blues from Canada
with Diane Wells
Every other early Monday morning Diane plays a mix of Rock (classic and new) and Blues (traditional, contemporary, fusions).
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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 30 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.
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On CJHR 98.7 Valley Heritage Radio
Thursdays, 8-10 pm
Got The Blues
Pat Watters has been hosting this blues only radio show for the last 2+ years. It can be heard throughout the Ottawa Valley (except downtown Ottawa).
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WEEKLY EVENTS ON THE SMALL SCREEN
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ALWAYS check local listings to confirm.
On BRAVO – http://www.bravo.ca
Tuesday, February 2 @ 7:30 am – Rhythm Roots & Soul
Broken Down, But Not Out/Reba Russell (2008): This series profiles R&B, soul, gospel and roots musicians through their words and music. Mako Funasaka documents a moment in time of these wonderful musicians from many different musical genres. This episode features singer Reba Russell.
Tuesday, February 2 @ 8 am – Talkin’ Blues
WC Handy Awards (2005): Series exploring the world of contemporary blues music. This episode, shot in Memphis, offers an overview of the 26th Awards, a performance from Watermelon Slim and a profile of Michael Powers - both 2005 nominees.
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LOCALS LOOK AHEAD
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Friday, February 12
Mumbo Jumbo Voodoo Combo @ Tucson’s, 9:15 pm
Saturday, February 13
Barrelhouse @ the Rainbow, 9:30 pm
Mighty Popo @ the Black Sheep Inn, Wakefield QC, 9:30 pm
Friday, February 19
The Mud Boys & King Rattler @ the Rainbow, 9:30 pm
Friday & Saturday, February 19-20
JW-Jones @ D’Arcy McGee’s downtown
Saturday, February 20
The Priorities @ Tucson’s, 9:15 pm
Loudlove @ the Rainbow, 9:30 pm
Friday, February 26
BlueZinc @ Tucson’s, 9:15 pm
Saturday, February 27
MonkeyJunk @ the Black Sheep Inn, Wakefield QC, 9:30 pm
Ball & Chain @ the Elmdale House, 9:30 pm
Capital Vox Auction & Dance Party @ Tucson’s, 9 pm
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