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A Rare Solo Acoustic (!) Performance By Mr. Warren Haynes
It was a treat to know that the Lowell Summer Music Series would host the only solo appearance by Warren Haynes on the current tour, and even more of a treat to be in the audience for this show.
Warren Haynes
Haynes is widely regarded as one of the finest guitarists ever (number 23 on one of Rolling Stone‘s top 100 lists), and it is well deserved.
Come Hear Some Swinging Blues At The NEW Extended Play Sessions
Next on the schedule at the NEW Extended Play Sessions at The Fallout Shelter is Erin Harpe and The Delta Swingers on Thursday, August 13, 2015!
Erin Harpe and The Delta Swingers (Official Poster)
Lil’ Ed Is Little Only In Stature
Lil’ Ed Williams, the leader of Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials, may be lil’ in stature but he is a powerfully large ball of energy when he performs. When I saw him on the schedule at Regattabar, I knew I would be in the audience.
Lil’ Ed
This was my first time seeing him live, and all I knew was to expect to hear Chicago blues.
Lil’ Ed
Fantastic Blues-Rock By The Bobby Thompson Project
What an unexpected treat it was to hear and see The Bobby Thompson Project at The Extended Play Sessions for the last show in the now-former space!
The Bobby Thompson Project
Based in the Washington, DC area, the band brings a unique perspective to the blues, combining rock and funk, and even some soul, with traditional blues riffs.
Blues With A West African Twist
I was surprised that I was not familiar with Markus James prior to his electrifying performance at The Extended Play Sessions recently; I love African music, and West African in particular, and Markus’ music is heavily based in the music from that part of the world.
Markus James with his handmade gourd banjo
This is a form of the blues that is fairly unique. It is not desert blues, although I could hear elements of it (okay, more than merely elements) in Markus’ music. It is not Delta or Chicago blues, although I could also hear elements of those styles. It is hard-driving, percussive blues that will make you move.
An Intimate Performance By Joan Osborne
I was excited to see Joan Osborne at Johnny D’s recently; I saw her perform a couple of times with Trigger Hippy, but had never seen her perform only her music. This seemed to be a rare opportunity to see her in a small club where the intimate nature of her new album could be highlighted.
Joan Osborne
Joan is touring with Kevin Cotton to support her latest release, Love and Hate.
The Circle of the Song: A Fine Collaboration
For my review of Circle of the Song at Club Passim, a trio consisting of Seth Walker, Ed Jurdi, and Edward David Anderson, see my review on No Depression.
Circle of the Song
Seth Walker
Edward David Anderson
Ed Jurdi
Seth Walker
Edward David Anderson
Ed Jurdi
Seth Walker
Edward David Anderson
Ed Jurdi
Seth Walker
Edward David Anderson
Ed Jurdi
Seth Walker
Edward David Anderson
Ed Jurdi
Seth Walker
Edward David Anderson
Seth Walker and Ed Jurdi
Seth Walker
Seth Walker and Ed Jurdi
Seth Walker
Seth Walker
JLW’s Electric Blues Rocked the House
I walked into Regattabar the other night knowing only that Joe Louis Walker is a blues legend. What I heard and saw were the reasons why he has been nominated for Grammy Awards and is a member of the Blues Hall of Fame.
Joe Louis Walker
JLW, as he is known, delivered a terrific show, full of energy and passion.
Murali Coryell’s Blues Guitar Enthralled
I knew that Murali Coryell is the son of famous jazz guitarist Larry Coryell, and was as excited to see his show at Regattabar last week as I have been to see his father’s shows at that venue.
Murali Coryell
I presumed Murali played jazz. Wrong! Murali is just as talented as his father, but in the blues and soul music genres.
Murali
Malcolm Holcombe Delivers A Special Show!
There are a number of reasons why Malcolm Holcombe‘s performance at the Extended Play Session for Alternate Root TV was so special, not the least of which is that it was a milestone birthday celebration for me!
Malcolm Holcombe
I was not familiar with Malcolm prior to this show but went in with an open mind and heart.
Malcolm
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