Saturday, April 11, 2009
Jimmy Z : Swiz-eet Siz-oul Muz-ic
It's always awesome when Jimmy Z drops by to Harvelle's. The accomplished saxophonist/harmoni-cat can turn the energy of the joint up just by strolling on stage. A harpist's harpist, Jimmy Z likes to play the blues here, but his work with all types of music with all types of musicians truly defines him as the world class musician that he is!
Friday, April 10, 2009
The Soul Of John Black : Free Download
The Soul Of John Black is John Bigham, whose resume includes a stint as percussionist with the Miles Davis band, eight years of guitar and keyboard work with the pioneering rock-funk-ska band Fishbone, and touring and session work with Dr. Dré, Eminem, Nikka Costa, Bruce Hornsby and Everlast, to name a few.
The Soulful Mr Bigham is inexplicably funky, and you know how important that is to me! He explores many sub-styles of r&b music, from the aforementioned funk to expressing everything from the deep dark blues to the celebratory happiness of supreme singers like Al Green. There's some country and folk flavors and a little Sly Stone in the mix too, so his live performance should be heart-felt and original.
It IS Friday night, so dress sharp! I expect this one to be SRO, so I'm sure I will see many of you there!
The Soul Of John Black
John Bigham, lead singer/guitarist of the Soul of John Black, freely admits his act's new release "Black John" was inspired by the blaxploitation film "J.D.'s Revenge," (see trailer below) but that doesn't negate the artistry of the release. The plot of "J.D.'s Revenge" ? A law student is possessed by a 1940's mobster in mid-70's New Orleans. The mobster seeks revenge upon the people who killed him and his sister.
His Myspace Page provides a healthy sample of what makes him such a compelling artist. Experience The Soul Of John Black in the intimate setting of Harvelle's in downtown Santa Monica.
Thursday, April 9, 2009
JT Ross : Harmonica Boss
Harvelle's Blues Club has been open since 1931 and has had it's share of famous patrons. . .
Jim Morrison used to take a cab from Venice to drink whiskey and hear REAL blues at Harvelle's. Bob Dylan still frequents Harvelle's and Dennis Quaid's band has played Harvelle's for years.
Keb Mo was discovered by Sony Music at Harvelle's and signed on the spot !
So, Why come to Harvelle's on April 9th ?
Well, besides the fact that it's super cool inside and the amazing history of the place. . .
The band consists of LA's finest Blues musicians.
Flaco Medina (William Clarke) - On Upright Bass
Steve Mugalian (Rod Piazza, Dave Alvin) - On Drums
And Blues Guitar Cult Icon Junior Watson will be burning it up til 1:30am
Of course JT on vocals & magic chromatic lickin' sticks AKA Harmonicas.
There's gonna be crazy drink specials - poured Super Strong, Super Cheap and Super Deep just like you like em' !
Band mascot Roller girl will be there too - so get there early, get a good seat and get ready to have a rip roarin' good time for under 20 bucks !
Monday, April 6, 2009
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