30 July 2019

Ottawa Blues This Week - 30 July 2019


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LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS THIS WEEK
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Clint Everson Solo
Bridge Public House, 1 Donald Street
Wednesday, July 31; 6:30 pm – 9 pm

Ottawa based singer-songwriter brings his eclectic style of music to The Bridge Public House on July 31 at 6:30 pm. Clint’s powerful vocals complement his diverse song-writing style, with hints of blues, folk, country, and rock infused into his music. Paired with a wide range of popular, and sometimes obscure, cover songs, Clint brings a well-rounded and very entertaining show every time he plays.

Clint Everson is the front man for the Ottawa band, The Clint Everson Band. This powerhouse band can strip down to a 4 piece or bring down the house in their full 7-piece format. Either way, you’re in for a good time. You can find their music on Spotify and iTunes.
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Beats‘n Keys Live
Chateau Lafayette – The Laff, 42 York Street
Friday, August 2; 9 pm – 1 am Saturday

Free funked live music.
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Dimestore Duo
Backdrop Restaurant & Bar, 160 Metcalfe Street
Saturday, August 3; 8:00-11:30 pm

Ian and Ian will be bringing their unique mix of rockabilly, blues, country and swing to the Backdrop Restaurant & Bar early this August. Stop by for a quick bite, a cold drink, and a fun evening of music! Doors at 7:30, band on at 8:00!
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AREA HIGHLIGHTS THIS WEEK
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Donnelly’s On The River presents
The Clint Everson Band
Donnelly’s On The River, 95 Ivy Lea Road, Landsdowne ON
Friday, August 2; 8 pm-midnight

Ottawa based singer-songwriter Clint Everson brings his eclectic brand of blues, country, and rock infused original music to Donnelly’s on the River in August 2nd from 8 till midnight.

With local journeymen Andre Ferraton (Drew Nelson) on drums, Mike Turenne (Sue Foley, Keith Glass) on Bass, Steve Trecarten (Drew Nelson, Keith Glass) on keyboards and saxophone , and Fredy Carriere (Firebelly) on lead guitar, you are guaranteed to grooving in ways to soothe your blues!

The Clint Everson Band is currently recording their first full length album as a follow up to their 2017 FACTOR funded EP release “Clear to Me” and will be showcasing music from the upcoming album.
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LOCALS THIS WEEK
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Wednesday, July 31
Clint Everson Solo @ the Bridge Public House, 6:30-9 pm
Friday, August 2
Megan Lawrence & Lucas Haneman @ La Roma, 6 pm
Beats’n Keys Live @ the Laff, 9 pm
Saturday, August 3
Dimestore Duo @ the Backdrop, 8 pm
Sunday, August 4
Jimmy Cochrane hosts the Rainbow Open Blues Jam, 3-7 pm
Monday, August 5
Blues and Company, Ottawa Ribfest, City Hall, 12 pm
Tuesday, August 6
Jeff Rogers Solo @ Tavern On The Falls, 6 pm
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LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS
(almost) EVERY WEEK
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Robert Farrell
Daniel O’Connell’s, 1211 Wellington Street
Mondays, 8:30–10 pm
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Mark’s Music Mondays
Sandy Hill Lounge & Grill
Mondays @ 7 pm, starting October 15
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Tuesday Night Jazz Jam
Irene’s Pub, 885 Bank Street
Tuesdays @ 9 pm
Hosted by the Beeched Wailers
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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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Dr Dave Blues & Jazz
Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray Street
Wednesdays, 4-7 pm; no cover
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Steve Groves
Westboro Beach Café, 745 St. John A. Macdonald Parkway
Wednesdays, 5-8 pm
Sunset & music – Jazz, Blues, Popular
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John Carroll
Chateau Lafayette (The Laff), 42 York Street
Wednesdays, 8 pm
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Irene’s Blues AllStars 
Irene’s Pub, 885 Bank Street
Thursdays, 8 pm – 1 am; no cover   ***new early start – 8 pm***
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. 
Hosted by Corky Kealey and Vince Halfhide.
Special guests: 
            August 1 – William & Tonia Hearst
            August 8 – Al Wood
            August 15 – Lucas Haneman
            August 22 – Shannon Eddy
            August 29 – Vince Halfhide
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Open Mic
Hosted by Jesse Greene
The Newboro, 295 Richmond Road
Thursdays, 9 pm – 1 am
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Weekly jazz jam
Options Jazz Lounge, Brookstreet Hotel, Kanata
Thursdays, 7-11 pm; no cover
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Open Jam
Pocketz, 1696 Carling Avenue
Fridays @ 7:30 pm
Blues and more … bring your friends, hear some great talent & join in in the fun.
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Sundays at Brothers
Brothers Beer Bistro, 366 Dalhousie Street
Sundays, 11 am – 3 pm
Come and enjoy brunch prepared by Ottawa favorite Steve Mitton and enjoy the music of John Carroll. Every Sunday from 11am-3pm.
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Jazz Brunch with Peter Brown
Juke Joint Soul Kitchen, Carp ON
Sundays, 11 am – 2 pm
Peter says: “Wonderful food there and our music ain’t bad either.”
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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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Southern Soul Sunday Brunch Buffet, @ 10 am & 2 pm
With Sherri Harding
Fatboys Southern Smokehouse, 34 Murray Street
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Sunday Blues, 6-9 pm, no cover
Atomic Rooster, 303 Bank Street (at MacLaren)
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Sunday Sessions, 9:30 pm, no cover
Irene’s Pub, 885 Bank Street
AUGUST – The Bow Street Runners
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BLUES ON THE RIDEAU
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Blues On The Rideau
The Cove Inn, Westport ON
Once a month 7-11 pm; $70 (buffet dinner, dancing & door prizes included)
Advance reservations required. Call The Cove 613-273-3636

Dinner & Show Fundraisers
Once a month September through May.
Proceeds from each show support local charities.

Visit www.coveinn.com for info about the Inn
Well-priced accommodation available at The Cove, nearby B&Bs and motel
Westport is a beautiful historic town on the Rideau Waterway - a 90-minute drive from Ottawa, 45 minutes from Kingston.

This year we celebrate our 15th Anniversary season - making BOTR one of the longest running and best Blues Series in the country. We've put together another fabulous Line-Up of some of Canada's best Blues artists - nominees and winners of Juno Awards, Maple Blues Awards, American Blues Music Award, Western Canadian Music Award and more - bringing back some of the all time favourites who have played the Series over the years plus a few great new ones.

Visit www.BluesOnTheRideau.ca for more more details including artists' Bios, LINKS to their websites and You Tubes.

Then check your calendars, make your choices and RESERVE NOW to be sure you don't miss out on the shows. This is particularly true if you want to STAY OVERNIGHT. All the rooms at The Cove; nearby B&Bs and the Westport Station Motel usually sell out in advance on BOTR nights.

The 2019/20 Season kicks off September 13 
with the incredibly talented
HARRISON KENNEDY -
Juno Award and Maple Blues Award winner and American Blues Music Award nominee - coming with  his red hot band from the Hammer!

You will note that there has been a 
SMALL INCREASE in the ticket price this year - from $65 pp to $70 pp (plus HST). This is the first price increase in 5 years and is necessary to cover the increased costs of just about everything - food, drink, staff, band and Sound Engineer fees, advertising, printing costs and more.

However, when you consider the quality of the meal, the venue, the ambiance and the incredible LIVE music on these nights and compare it to just about anything else this is still one of - if not THE - best entertainment value in eastern Ontario - make that the country!

Also note that there are 
3 TWO NIGHT STAND shows this season - October, November and January - giving those who have difficulty in making the Friday night shows more chances to come out on Saturday nights!

And we've 
added a show in DECEMBER this year - December 13 with multiple Juno Award winners MONKEYJUNK. If you want a great place to have your Christmas Party next season this would be it! Book early!

See you next season. Have a great summer everybody!

Blues On The Rideau
2019/20 – 15th Anniversary Year

September 13 – Harrison Kennedy Band
October 11-12 – Hogtown Allstars
November 15-16 – Samantha Martin & Delta Sugar
December 13 – MonkeyJunk
January 17-18 – Jack de Keyzer Band
February 21 – Bill Durst Band
March 20 – David Gogo Band
April 17 – Miss Emily w/Band
May 8 – David Vest w/Band

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 Jacob’s Creek Wines www.jacobscreek.ca
Perth Brewery www.perthbrewery.ca
DAWG FM Ottawa www.dawgfm.com
Ottawa Blues Society www.ottawabluessociety.com
LAKE 88.1 Perth/Rideau Lakes www.lake88.ca

Please visit and LIKE us on Facebook and Twitter
www.facebook.com/ChooseTheBluesProductions    
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MUSIC BY THE BAY LIVE
AJAX, UXBRIDGE, PORT PERRY
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Music by the Bay Live presents
The Woodstock Experience
St. Francis Centre, 78 Church Street South, Ajax ON
Friday, August 9 @ 8 pm; $45 + HST + fees

We invite you to travel back 50 Years, to that incredible time in music history. Back to The Garden: The Woodstock Experience Friday, August 9, St. Francis Centre in Ajax
The audience is encouraged to dress the day and inspire.
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Music by the Bay Live presents
Christone ‘Kingfish’ Ingram
Uxbridge Music Hall, 16 Main Street South, Uxbridge ON
Thursday, September 19 @ 8 pm; $60+ HST + fees

Once a generation, a blues artist comes along who not only reminds mainstream audiences how deeply satisfying and emotionally moving the best blues music can be, but shakes the genre to its core. With both eyes on the future and the blues in his blood, 20-year-old guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Christone ‘Kingfish’ Ingram is set to take the music world by storm with the long-awaited release of his debut album, KINGFISH, on Alligator Records. Sprung from the same earth as so many of the Delta blues masters, Kingfish comes bursting out of Clarksdale, Mississippi, just ten miles from the legendary crossroads of Highways 61 and 49.
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SPECIAL EVENTS COMING UP
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Prime Rib Big Band
Post-Festival Shindig
Irene’s Pub, 885 Bank Street
Wednesday, August 7 @ 8:30 pm

As Ottawa's awesome festival season comes to an end come on out to Irene's Pub on Wednesday 7th August and see the mighty Prime Rib Big Band fill the stage. 1 long set starting at 8:30pm
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Amanda Rheaume & Miss Emily
Overflow Brewing Company, 2477 Kaladar Avenue
Thursday, August 8 @ 8 pm

AMANDA RHEAUME - unique & soulful blend of AMERICANA ROOTS pop
An engaging performer, Rheaume has developed a following across Canada and in Europe, where she tours regularly. She has long employed her music as a force for good, as shown by three trips to Afghanistan to perform for Canadian military personnel, plus visits to the Alert base in Canada's far north and the troubled Indigenous community of Attawapiskat.
Rheaume co-founded Babes4Breasts, an initiative that, through concerts and recording projects, raised money for breast cancer charities across Canada over a 10-year period.
This is an artist with a heart as big as her talent.

MISS EMILY
Her music spans genres. Her voice soars to emotional heights. For 15 years she has captivated fans across Canada, the US and the UK with her unique combination of rootsy songs and incomparable vocals. Her unparalleled work ethic began along Ontario’s 401 corridor where she played night after night in bars; all while refining her songwriting and gaining a loyal following. Later, she graduated to regional theatres and Broadway-style shows. This multi-pronged approach paid off in opportunities to perform at larger outdoor venues like Ottawa Bluesfest and in Bobcaygeon opening for The Tragically Hip.
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Beats‘n Keys
Tavern On The Falls, 1 John Street
Friday, August 9; 6-9 pm

Playing one of the best patios in the city!
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Dustin Arbuckle & the Damnations
Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray Street
Friday, August 9 @ 8:30 pm

A veteran of the progressive roots music scene, Dustin Arbuckle (Formerly of Moreland & Arbuckle) continues kicking up dust with Dustin Arbuckle & The Damnations. A musician of vast appetites, he’s long held an appreciation for traditional American music in the vein of Charley Patton as well as the cross-pollinated sounds of The Band or Stax-style soul. His work with The Damnations allows for that along with occasionally forays into deep country and even jazz. 
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Paul Reddick
Irene’s Pub, 885 Bank Street
Friday, August 9 @ 9:30 pm; $15

Melding poetry, mystery, darkness and light, along with an extensive knowledge of the history and traditions of blues music is what makes Paul Reddick one of the most popular figures on the blues and roots music scene today. For over 25 years he’s been writing and performing his eclectic brand of blues, bringing the art form to new frontiers with his rapacious, deep vocals, masterful harmonica playing and song writing. As the unofficial poet laureate of Canadian blues, words are his weapon of choice and when he sings, it is near impossible not to listen and get lost within the songs, right alongside him and illustrating what the influential British magazine Mojo described as his “wayward brilliance.”
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Bryan Lee
Mt-Sutton’s Ski Chalet, Sutton QC
Friday, August 9; New Orleans supper @ 6 pm, show @ 8:30 pm; $35
          TICKETS: MONTSUTTON.COM/EN/BLUES

“Whether he’s wailing a Freddy King inspired Blues ballad, stomping out low down and dirty Blues or getting down with a super funky New Orleans groove, Bryan Lee is gonna grab your soul and squeeze it till you scream in Blues ecstasy.” Duke Robillard

New Orleans style chicken & ribs will be served starting at 6 pm before the show 8:30 start. Get your tickets early as possible as places are limited.
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AHT & Joe McDonald and the Walkin’ Hawks
Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray Street
Saturday, August 10 @ 9 pm

The Angelina Hunter Trio returns to the Rainbow on August 10th … however, we are not alone. We are bringing along our good friends, the seriously awesome Joe McDonald and the Walkin' Hawks! As if summer could get any hotter! Bring your dancing shoes and be ready to rock out! We get it on about 9-ish!
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Sue Foley
The Neat Coffee Shop, Burnstown ON
Saturday, August 10 @ 8 pm; $37.50

Sue Foley returns with “The Ice Queen”, her first solo album in 10 years! Recorded old-school ‘live and in the room’, it features the likes of Jimmie Vaughan (The Fabulous Thunderbirds, solo artist), Chris ‘Whipper’ Layton (Stevie Ray Vaughan & Double Trouble), Charlie Sexton (The Arc Angels, Bob Dylan), Johnny Bradley (Gary Clark Jr. Band), JJ Johnson (Tedeschi Trucks Band) and a who’s who of the legendary Austin, Texas blues scene. Produced by Mike Flanigin, whose 2015’s “The Drifter” was highly acclaimed in Rolling Stone, Billboard and on NPR, ”The Ice Queen” is Sue Foley’s 11th solo release, featuring all new original songs and showcasing her singular guitar style.
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Paul Reddick Live in the Bar(n)
Angel & Mike Turenne’s Barn
Sunday, August 11 @ 3 pm

We are very pleased to be hosting Paul Reddick this year in The Bar(n) On August 11.

Singer, songwriter and harmonica player Paul Reddick has been performing his critically acclaimed original songs on stages across Canada, the USA and Europe for over 30 years.

He has recorded and written with Colin Linden, Tom Wilson (Lee Harvey Osmond) and Monkeyjunk among others, and recorded 10 albums of his own. His most recent recording, Ride the One (on Stoney Plains Records), received the 2106 Juno Award for Best Blues Album.

Often referred to as the Poet Laureate of the Blues, he has been exploring and pushing the boundaries of the blues art form his entire career. His dedication "Blues is a Beautiful Landscap
e", led him to create the annual Cobalt Prize for Contemporary Blues Composition in 2014 which encourages the growth and vitality of blues music.

Well known for his transportive and hypnotic performances, Paul Reddick has developed a loyal following amongst both his fans and musical peers and continues to be one of the most compelling artists on the Canadian music scene.

We really hope you can join us for this up close and personal experience. For a donation of $25 you receive an amazing show and dinner following.
On the menu this year - Indian buffet. Gluten free and vegetarian options available.
There will be beer and spirits at the bar for an additional $2 Donation.
Please note this is a non-profit event. Proceeds go to support our hard-working musicians.
The Bar(n) fills up fast for these shows so, get your spot now! 
Theres nothing better than live music while enjoying the sunshine.
You can etransfer your donation to confirm your spot. This will be your ticket proof. Please PM Angel or Mike for etransfer details.
Thanks in advance for supporting live music!
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Rockin’ River Revue Party Cruise
Featuring River City Junction
Hosted by 1000 Islands & Seaway Cruises
Friday, August 16; 8 pm – 11 pm; adults only, $30 tax incl.

Our fourth PaRTy CrUiSe of the summer sets sail on Friday August 16, featuring River City Junction. The Full Moon will illuminate the river while Caroline and the band rock da boat as we drift amongst the 1000 Islands.

Friday, August 16, 8 pm – 11 pm
Sea Fox II, departing from Block House Island - Brockville
https://www.facebook.com/events/478182016060775/
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Erja Lyytinen
Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray Street
Friday, August 16 @ 9 pm

The blues is truly an international phenomenon and Finland’s Erja Lyytinen (Ear-Ya LUtinen) is a shining example of how deep and widespread the music really is. The 2017 European “Guitarist of The Year” will make her Ottawa debut, with a NOT TO BE MISSED performance at The Rainbow (76 Murray St.) on Friday, August 16 at 9:00 Pm, as part of her World Tour.

In June 2018 Erja got the chance to open for American guitar icon Santana, at Helsinki’s Kaisaniemi Park, who was blow away after seeing her performance and invited her to join him on stage to jam to over of 20 000 fans. “It was inspiring to see her play. It was from the future and I like the future” said Santana. Watch the live video of Erja and Santana at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qaji2SatWmw

This summer, Erja had another dream come true when she was invited to perform as a special guest on The Legendary Downchild Blues Band’s 50th Anniversary Kickoff Party at the Toronto Jazz Festival on June 22, alongside Elwood Blues himself, Dan Aykroyd, Late Night With Letterman bandleader, Paul Shaffer, David Wilcox, Kenny Neal and former Fabulous Thunderbird’s keyboard player Gene Taylor. Erja made a major impression to the over 10,000 blues fans that packed the house on Bloor Street for the show. See Erja performing at the Toronto Jazz Festival after party with Dan Aykroyd, Paul Shaffer and Downchild at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-8tdV1pUvU

Since first entering a recording studio some 15 years ago, singer/guitarist Erja Lyytinen has become a bona fide star in her homeland and a fixture on the international music scene. In that time, "the Finnish slide goddess" (The Blues Magazine) has recorded in places as diverse as Helsinki, London and Memphis, earning numerous accolades along the way. Rooted in both traditional and modern blues, she successfully blends styles like jazz, pop, soul and rock into a sound all her own.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Th1JJ9UZCVg
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Friday VIBE presents: the Clint Everson Band
Vibration Studios Inc., 5488 Osgoode Main, Osgoode
Friday, August 23, 8 pm – midnight; $10

Since their beginnings in early 2016, The Clint Everson Band has been electrifying audiences across Canada with their original blues/roots sound. This seven piece group features a full complement of seasoned musicians who have been actively engaged in Ottawa’s blues scene for years, hailing from celebrated bands like Firebelly and The Drew Nelson Band.

Though as an ensemble The Clint Everson Band has been together less than two years, they have entrenched themselves in the music scene. The band was a finalist in the Ottawa Blues Society’s 2016 “Road to Memphis” blues competition, and has been expanding their audience with the 2017 release of their FACTOR funded debut EP “Clear to Me”. http://www.eversonband.ca/
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Ria Reece
Atomic Rooster, 303 Bank Street
Sunday, August 25, 6-9 pm; no cover

The Ria Reece Band can best be described as ‘’Soul Rock’’, heavily rooted in Blues and Classic R&B. Powerful and Soulful, Ria’s haunting vocals take center stage. Working out of Montreal, the band’s regular line up includes guitar, B3 / Rhodes, bass and drums. 
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Hat Fitz & Cara
LIVE on Elgin, 220 Elgin Street
Sunday, August 25; doors 6:30 pm, show 7:30 pm;
Tickets - advance $20, at the door $25

Australian/Irish Duo Hat Fitz & Cara will be in Ottawa for 1 night only celebrating their latest album "Hand It Over".

Hat Fitz is a “veteran” wild man of the blues scene in Australia. He has a record 18 straight appearances at Byron’s East Coast Blues and Roots Festival, a record that is not likely to ever be broken, and one which bears testimony to his amazing live performances and popularity with festival goers. Cara draws on her soul background (she’s toured Europe and the United States with singers such as Jamiroquai and the hugely popular Corinne Bailey-Rae), and although blessed with a sensational voice she was not content to be labelled as ‘just a singer’. She has taken to drumming duties as well as washboards, flute and tin whistle, sometimes all at once.

They have been festival favourites at Ottawa Bluesfest, CityFolk and Ontario Festival of Small Halls. Join them on August 25th, 2019 as the pair take you on a musical journey with ample, boisterous highs, and longing, bluesy lows. From the Australian outback to the Canadian shield, Hat Fitz & Cara put on a show that is guaranteed to energize and invigorate.
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Jeff Rogers Solo
La Roma Restaurant, 430 Preston Street
Friday, August 30 @ 8 pm

Handmade pasta and music by Jeff Rogers!
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Now in its 11th year, Mother Earth Productions presents
CONCERT FOR PEACE
4023 Wellington Court, Crystal Beach, ON
Sunday, September 1; 2 pm to 10 pm

It's been a year and I'm here to tell you... no wait... to invite you to join us for another wonderful full day outdoor concert in the company of friends and family and acquaintances... under the big old trees... in front of a large yet intimate stage where the artists perform up close and personal. Not a bad seat in the house.

The musical lineup is extraordinary as always. Two-time JUNO winner DOMINIC MANCUSO GROUP (world music) returns with his world class players; NORAH DOOLEY (educator, author) is driving up from Boston to engage us encore une fois with her remarkable storytelling; STEVE PAYNE(guitarist extraordinaire, songwriter) is finishing up his Canadian tour with a solo acoustic performance before returning to the UK; MIKE BRANTON BAND (aka Trio In Residence) is back to take us on another soulful journey into the blues (guaranteed); and this year we're introducing an excellent local jazz trio, ON THE MARK, to start things off.

Once again, the music will be eclectic and world class; the food fabulous and plentiful; the atmosphere magical. We offer it all to you in support of World Peace and Environmental Awareness. We offer you eight hours of uninterrupted relaxation and entertainment and dinner. We welcome you to our home.

Visit concertforpeace.net for complete info and RSVP soon because space is limited and ticket sales are ramping up .

Warmest Regards,
Michael & Louise Pickett
289 876 9202
Email Us
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Philip Sayce
Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray Street
Thursday and Friday, September 12-13 @ 9 pm; $25

One of rocks best-kept secrets.
From the age of sixteen, Philip started showing up and playing at blues jam nights at Grossmans Tavern in downtown Toronto. It wasn’t long before he was winning over admirers, including the legendary guitarist Jeff Healey, who invited Philip to join his band. Over the next few years, Philip had his first international tour experience with Healey, playing prestigious festivals and stages worldwide.
After a move to Los Angeles, Philip was invited to join Melissa Etheridge’s band following an introduction by producer John Shanks. For the next several years, Philip performed on Melissa Etheridge’s albums and was featured during her live concerts where his cosmic performances left audiences stunned.
Philip’s musical life hit a high point in 2013 with his unforgettable performance at Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Festival at New York’s Madison Square Garden. “It was a special experience that reinforced my love of music and commitment to honour the musical integrity of my heroes,” Sayce says. “I’m going out there in the studio and onstage to do my best and perform from my heart every time.”
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Orleans Ribfest
255 Centrum Boulevard, Orleans ON
Friday-Sunday, September 13-15

Welcome/Bienvenue to the 2019 Orleans Ribfest in the Heart of Orleans.
Ribfest promises yet another amazing Big Sticky Experience the best in Ribs, Chicken, Pulled Pork from Brickyard BBQ, Crazy Canuck Smokers, Route 55 BBQ and Razorback BBQ. Ribfest is back with more Live Music, an awesome Kids Fun Zone, Vendor Market, and amazing Feature Foodies such as Great Canadian Poutinerie, Freshly squeezed Lemonade, CheeseCake on a Stick, Slush Rush, Heavenly Ice Cream and more.
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16th Annual Hank Williams Birthday Bash
Ball and Chain and the Wreckers and special guests
Rideau Curling Club, 715 Cooper Street
Tuesday, September 17; 8 pm – 11 pm; $15 at the door

Just a heads up y'all... wow the years just fly by. Come see Ball and Chain and the Wreckers and 10 special guests play an evening of compositions by the late great Hank Williams Sr. Lots of free parking at the curling club. We're working on the food, but this is still to be confirmed. Beverages of all sorts will be very available. The Band will feature special guests Al Bragg on pedal steel and Andrew Cowan on Guitar.
Showtime 8 pm sharp
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Festival of Small Halls presents Harry Manx

Merrickville United Church, 100 St. Lawrence Street, Merrickville ON
Friday, September 20 @ 7:30 pm; $35

St. Andrews United Church, 2585 County Road 29, Pakenham ON
Saturday, September 21 @ 7:30 pm; $35

“Mysticssippi” blues man Harry Manx has been called an “essential link” between the music of East and West, creating musical short stories that wed the tradition of the Blues with the depth of classical Indian ragas. He has created a unique sound that is hard to forget and deliciously addictive to listen to.
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KINGSTON SPECIAL EVENTS
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Big Phat Horn Band
RCHA Club, 193 Ontario Street, Kingston ON
Saturday, July 27; $15 at the RCHA and @ the door if not sold out           

Featuring Monthly Special Guests
If you haven’t seen this band, they are a must-see – a do-not-miss show!
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Raoul and the Big Time
RCHA Club, 193 Ontario Street, Kingston ON
Saturday, August 10, 8:30 pm; $20
          Purchase by Calling: RCHA Club 613-542-8152 (after 3PM)
or drop by the club to purchase.
Or reserve by email – bruce@kingstonbluessociety.ca

Returning to RCHA Club one of our favorite bands, they rock the house and keep the dance floor hoping all night long.
Maple Blues Award winners, International Blues Challenge (Memphis) semi finalists.

Raoul Bhaneja on vocals and harmonica (Raoul has played and recorded with Bettye Lavette, Duke Robillard, Junior Watson of Big Mama Thornton fame, Larry Taylor from Canned Heat, Colin James, Jerry Lee Lewis, The Monkees and many other blues greats).
Darren Gallen on guitar (of Mighty Duck Blues Band fame) has played with Jerome Godboo, Treasa Levasseur, and many others.
Al Webster on drums he has performed with Jeff Healey, Colin James, Amanda Marshall, Jaco Pastorius, Jack Bruce (Cream)
Justine Fischer on bass (often referred to as Justine the bass machine) she has played with Colin James, Ginger St. James, Spencer Mackenzie and is part of the excellent Women of Blues Showcase band that performs every year in Toronto).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akCoVy2byFk    Muddy Water's Hoochie Coochie Man
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Kim Pollard Music – Backyard Barbecue & Band
Pan Chancho Bakery & Café, 44 Princess Street, Kingston ON
Thursday, August 22, 6:30 pm – midnight; $25

Relax and enjoy a performance by Kim Pollard Music while we take care of the grillin'.
$25 cover ~ 1 grill item & 2 sides
Doors at 6:30 pm / first come first seated - no reservations.
Shine only / in the event of rain a new date will be scheduled.
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KINGSTON & AREA
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 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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For more info, please contact Kingston Blues Society
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BLUES ON THE RADIO
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DAWGFM.com Blues 24/7 on the internet
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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.
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Wednesdays: 9-11 pm
In A Mellow Tone
Hosted by Bernard Stepien, Ron Steeds, Allan Wigney, Jean-Michel Labatut and Aidian Thomas, ‘In A Mellow Tone’ introduces listeners to the entire history of jazz, from its beginnings to the latest innovations. Every program has a focus; on a musician, a city, a festival, an instrument, a record label or on recent releases. The hosts draw on their large personal CD and LP collections to supplement CKCU's extensive resources.
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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 40 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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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 9th year.  It can be heard throughout the Ottawa Valley and streaming on the internet at valleyheritageradio.ca.
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NPR from Canton NY
For those who live south of the city, OBS member Bob Cavan notes that the National Public Radio (NPR) radio signal at 89.5 FM in Canton NY comes in pretty strong in Manotick. Bob recommends two shows in particular. Bob says “The Blue Note” Tuesdays 3 pm-5 pm, and “The Radio Bob Show” Wednesdays 3 pm-5 pm are both excellent shows – blues, ‘50s & ‘60s, rock & roll, R&B.
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Unsung and On The Side
With Carolyn Fe
Tuesdays, 7-9 pm
Re-broadcast Saturday 10 am – noon & Sunday 2-4 pm (all times EST)
It’s all about the Blues, Jazz and its derivatives from around the globe and just around the corner. Songs rarely heard, from the very first recordings all the way to indie artists who consciously push the envelope to the next generation sounds of the genre; some older releases will be spun - just because the album in old, doesn't mean it's forgotten, thus the "On The Side" part of the show's title. 
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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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Wednesday, August 7
Prime Rib Big Band Post-Festival Shindig @ Irene’s, 8:30 pm
Friday, August 9
Beats’n Keys @ Tavern On the Falls, 6-9 pm
Saturday, August 10
Angelina Hunter Trio & Joe McDonald & the Walkin’ Hawks @ the Rainbow, 9 pm
Sunday, August 11
The Radicals host the Rainbow Open Blues Jam, 3-7 pm
Phoenix @ the Atomic Rooster, 6-9 pm
Saturday, August 17
Blues and Company, Live at the Falls Bluesfest, Smiths Falls, 4:40 pm
River City Junction @ Irene’s, 9:30 pm
Sunday, August 18
Crunchy Flower hosts the Rainbow Open Blues Jam, 3-7 pm
Clint Everson Band @ the Atomic Rooster, 6-9 pm
Tuesday, August 20
Jeff Rogers Solo @ Tavern On The Falls, 6 pm
Friday, August 23
Clint Everson Band @ Vibration Studios, 8 pm
The Low Profiles @ the Rainbow, 9 pm
Sunday, August 25
River City Junction hosts the Rainbow Open Blues Jam, 3-7 pm
Blues and Company, Limestone City Blues Festival, Confederation Basin, Kingston, 4:40 pm
Thursday, August 29
Al Wood Trio @ the South Branch Bistro, 8 pm
Friday, August 30
Jeff Rogers Solo @ La Roma, 6 pm
Sunday, September 1
Jimmy Cochrane hosts the Rainbow Open Blues Jam, 3-7 pm
Tuesday, September 3
Jeff Rogers Solo @ Tavern On The Falls, 6 pm
Sunday, September 8
The Radicals host the Rainbow Open Blues Jam, 3-7 pm
Sunday, September 15
Jimmy Cochrane hosts the Rainbow Open Blues Jam, 3-7 pm
Sunday, September 22
Clint Everson hosts the Rainbow Open Blues Jam, 3-7 pm
Sunday, September 29
River City Junction hosts the Rainbow Open Blues Jam, 3-7 pm
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