Podcasts about International Blues Challenge

Like many musicians, Kerry started singing and performing when he was a kid in church. At age 7 he was singing solos in front of the entire congregation. Then came piano lessons to learn to read and write music. He really loved to sing though, so he concentrated on his vocals. He performed all throughout his school years, all the way up through college at George Mason University. The West Coast was calling him so in 1988 on a wing and a prayer he heads out to L.A.!! He settles in and meets some great musicians and starts to perform out there, singing in some experimental Rock bands like Acid Clown. In 1991 he came up with the concept of The Thrillbillyz and, along with the help of some great musician friends, was able to record a four song demo at Fox Studios in Glendale, CA and work with the owner/engineer Rich Fox. In 1993 ,after several years of performing around Southern California as The Thrillbillyz, Hurley moves back to the East Coast and his hometown of Roanoke, Virginia. Roanoke definitely is not as big of a market as L.A. but it has a growing music scene and Hurley jumps in head first. He re-forms The Thrillbillyz and starts playing shows like crazy. He continues to write and work on his originals and in 1994 takes his band into Flat Five Studios in Salem, VA and records the album “Romp!” and releases it in 1995. Ten of the eleven songs are originals and a few of the songs (Franklin County Moonshine & Sweet Leaf) wind up on the radio in regular rotation on the area's biggest Rock station 96.3 WROV. The band played constantly in support of it's record and through it's association with Buzz Casey and WROV was able to open up for quite a few National acts like Government Mule, Storyville, Foghat, Loverboy, Johnny Winter, Matchbox 20 and many more!!! The band played and enjoyed success for the next 5 years and in 2000 everyone went their own musical ways. Hurley had been singing on the side for a Blues band called Blues Hangover from 96 to 98 and traveled quite a bit with them, winning several Blues Contests and traveling to Memphis, TN in 97 to compete in the Blues Foundation's International Blues Challenge. It was a great learning experience. In 2001 Hurley wound up joining The Fat Daddy Band and that very same year went down and won the Charlotte Blues Society's contest and in 2002 went to Memphis again to represent them at the IBC and made it to the finals (one of ten bands out of 150). For the next 14 years he would front that band and continue to write songs. He put out 2 cd's with The Fat Daddy Band - “From The Soul”(2003) and “Live & Lovin' It!”(2005). 

Hear the winning guitar performance by Victoria/Tasmania's Nick Charles at the 2025 International Blues Challenge in Memphis in January 2025 on Edition 690 of Blues Radio International, with Rory Block and Charles Brown.Find more at BluesRadioInternational.net

Hear the winning 2025 International Blues Challenge band performance by  Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal on Edition 689 of Blues Radio International, with Little Esther Phillips and Tommy Castro and the Painkillers. Recorded at the Orpheum Theatre, Memphis, January 2025.Photograph by Jesse FinkelsteinFind more at BluesRadioInternational.net

Hear 2025 International Blues Challenge solo artist Joce Reyome in her first place award winning performance at the Orpheum Theatre on Edition 688 of Blues Radio International, with Lonnie Brooks and Jerron Paxon.Find more at BluesRadioInternational.net

David Michael Miller hung out with Rockabilly Greg In the Flamingo Lounge on March 12, 2025, playing and talking about his music. David Michael Miller, founder, lead vocalist, guitarist and songwriter for Miller and The Other Sinners, is a well-established musician in the Western New York music scene, for 6 years fronting the band, Dive House Union.  David has shared the stage with artists such as Tedeschi Trucks Band, Steve Miller Band, Joe Bonamassa, Jonny Lang, Gary Clark Jr., Bobby Blue Bland, Jimmie Vaughan, Shemekia Copeland, Eric Gales and many others.  He represented the WNY Blues Society in 2013 and 2014 at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis  in both the Band and Solo/Duo categories.  He continues to participate in the Blues in the Schools program in Western New York.  In 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017, he was presented with the best Male Blues Vocalist Award by Buffalo's Night Life Magazine.

Joce Reyome is FRESH off their decisive win in the solo/duo category at the 2025 International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee. The North Atlantic Canadian musician stopped in to discuss the win, and the plans which lie ahead for an album....and some other fun things. It was a fun interview, and one you don't want to miss, so come on it and give it a look and listen!Website: https://www.jocereyome.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoceReyome/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/23cMXxfTzf5hVLCMgEZ7nkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jocereyome/?hl=en_________________________Facebook: Time SignaturesYouTube: Time SignaturesFacebook: Capital Area Blues SocietyWebsite: Capital Area Blues SocietyFriends of Time Signatures _______Website: University of Mississippi Libraries Blues ArchiveWebsite: Killer Blues Headstone ProjectWebsite: Blues Society Radio NetworkWebsite: Keeping the Blues Alive Foundation

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Shakura S'Aida, acclaimed Americana roots soul singer and songwriter has thrilled global audiences in 31 countries over many years. Donna Grantis who performed with Prince for several years, is Shakura's longtime co-producer and co-writer. Donna praises the three-time Juno Award nominee as a "powerhouse vocalist whose artistic vision continually inspires me.” I trust you'll find this week's episode an inspiring and uplifting conversation, in which we're highlighting Shakura's new album Hold on to Love. We also talked about her career in acting, and she shared some of her experiences on the set of Schitt's Creek. Shakura shared many valuable insights in this wide-ranging interview, and you can also watch this on my YouTube and I've also linked the transcript to my website, where you'll also find direct links to other episodes you may enjoy (listed below): https://www.leahroseman.com/episodes/shakura-saida You may be also interested in my episodes with Kellylee Evans, Vahn Black, Colleen Allen, Jah'Mila, Kat Raio Rende, Cliff Beach and Edison Herbert, among so many. (linked above to my website or look in your podcast player). It's a joy to bring these inspiring episodes to you every week, and I do all the many jobs of research, production and publicity. Could you buy me a coffee? https://ko-fi.com/leahroseman Thanks! You can also support this series and channel through my merchandise store: https://www.leahroseman.com/beautiful-shirts-and-more Season 5 of this podcast starts very soon in January 2025 and I send out an email newsletter where you can get access to exclusive information about upcoming guests. Sign up here: https://mailchi.mp/ebed4a237788/podcast-newsletter Shakura S'Aida website: https://www.shakurasaida.com/ You'll find Hold on to Love on your favourite streaming platform, and you can also buy it here on Bandcamp: https://shakurasaida.bandcamp.com/album/hold-on-to-love Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (02:05)album Hold on to Love, Donna Grantis (05:53) activism through music (07:46) clip of Takin' it to the Streets (09:14) Shakura's early career, album Blueprint, International Blues Challenge (13:17) high school Theatre Arts teacher Marly Kadak (16:42) how acting training helps (18:39) Schitt's Creek (21:20) intro to Doodun (23:06) Doodun (27:01) Shakura's youth (29:20) Canadian cultural diversity (32:17) aha moment Montreal Jazz Festival (34:41) Hold on to Love (39:02) other episodes you'll like, ways to support this series (39:55) Shakura's black Russian terrier (41:22) Nina Simone project, Kellylee Evans, Jackie Richardson, Salome Bey (49:31)parenting, being a role model (53:45) Hold on to Love (57:53) Her Music Award, the feeling of not having to prove yourself, wisdom (59:50) Kigali Up festival in Rwanda (01:04:19) importance of connections with people, about Heart of Gold (01:06:05) excerpt from Heart of Gold (01:07:56) youth songwriting workshops and Authentic Stagecraft (01:09:49) the importance of pre-concert rituals (01:11:30) music marketing and genres, next album

Dennis Jones, a former member of the award-winning Zach Harmon Band, joins host Jim Irvin on Time Signatures to discuss his rich journey in the blues music scene. From his beginnings at the age of 13 when he first picked up the guitar to his current success as a solo artist, Dennis shares insights into his influences, including the legendary Jimi Hendrix, and his unique blend of blues rock. He reflects on his experiences competing in the International Blues Challenge, where he won first place, and the thrill of opening for iconic musicians like Buddy Guy and Johnny Winter. The conversation also delves into the challenges faced during the pandemic, how it inspired him to write new music, and his excitement about his upcoming album titled "About Time." With a commitment to authenticity in his artistry, Dennis emphasizes the importance of connecting with audiences and the joy of performing live.Website: Dennis Jones_________________________Facebook: Time SignaturesYouTube: Time SignaturesFacebook: Capital Area Blues SocietyWebsite: Capital Area Blues SocietyFriends of Time Signatures _______Website: University of Mississippi Libraries Blues ArchiveWebsite: Killer Blues Headstone ProjectWebsite: Blues Society Radio Network

With an orange mustache, golden voice, and cherry red Gibson ES-335, Appalachian Space Funk artist Jeremy Short has quickly risen to the top shelf of must-hear players on the scene.  Having garnered significant recognition for his masterful, yet seemingly effortless guitar playing “Kentucky's Jeremy Short is one of the top 30 blues guitar players in the world. Don't take it from me — take it from the judges at Memphis's International Blues Challenge, where Short semi-finaled in 2016 and 2017. Short is known for his guitar pyrotechnics and commitment to groove” (No Depression). On this special return to the show for Jeremy, we talk about doing things his own way, the art of being a 'guest' musician, finding his unique look, the new EP Live From Healing Appalachia and more. For additional information and tour dates visit www.jeremyshortmusic.com/ _________ This episode is brought to you by Magic Mind. Magic Mind is a “mental performance shot”, an addition to your daily routine, that gets you focused, mentally clear, motivated, and productive while reducing stress, with mushroom nootropics and adaptogens plus over 100% of your daily vitamin C and D per bottle! It is 100% Safe- all ingredients are third-party tested, sourced from the best suppliers You have a limited offer you can use now, that gets you up to 48% off your first subscription or 20% off one time purchases with code JRODCONCERTS20 at checkout You can claim it at: https://www.magicmind.com/JRODCONCERTS20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JP Soars is a Boca Raton-based multi-instrumentalist who's been releasing his music with his powerhouse trio The Red Hots since 2008, when he released his debut album Back Of My Mind. JP has won the Blues Foundation's International Blues Challenge in 2009 and the prestigious Albert King guitar award. In 2012, he was named a Blues Music Award Nominee for Best Contemporary Male Blues Artist, and in 2019, he climbed his way to the top ten of Billboard's blues chart. In 2022, JP was a Blues Music Award nominee for Best Blues Instrumentalist on Guitar, and he was nominated for the BB King Entertainer of the Year honors and for Band of the Year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making a Scene Presents an interview with Piper and the Hard TimesNashville-based blues & roots music group, Piper & the Hard Times, deliver intense and rhythmically dynamic blues-based music that translates into an unforgettable, captivating live show. The blues is the main foundation that defines their work, along with R&B, soul and rock. In January 2024 they took first place in the band division at the prestigious International Blues Challenge held in Memphis, TN. The core of the band, Al “Piper” Green, Steve Eagon and Dave Colella have been playing and writing together for over 20 years. Piper & The Hard Times has an instrumental prowess that enables them to improvise with flair, while still creating music that has a melodic appeal and can immediately connect with audiences that want both a high degree of musical competence and songs with a strong grooves and catchy hooks. http://www.makingascene.org

It is a pleasure to welcome singer, songwriter, and guitarist Kyle Daniel to The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.  Kyle Daniel's music is a unique blend of classic Southern rock and modern country, a fusion that appeals to a wide range of music lovers. His blue-collar sound resonates in rock clubs, honky-tonks, and everywhere in between. At the heart of this distinctive sound is a guitar hero, storyteller, and songwriter who has earned his audience the old-school way: by touring relentlessly, from dive bars in Tennessee to the Shepherd's Bush Empire in London, and hitting key UK festivals along the way.  Kyle, a native of Bowling Green, Kentucky, began his musical journey at a young age, playing in bars before he could legally drink. His passion for music was undeniable, as he followed in his parents' footsteps to become a skilled guitarist. His early success, winning the Kentucky Blues Challenge at 17 and placing in the finals at the International Blues Challenge at 18, was just the beginning of his inspiring journey.  Later, Kyle began writing songs that showcased not only his fiery fretwork but also his songwriting chops and vocals. His debut EP, Kyle Daniel, was recorded in a single day and released independently in 2018.Even without a label's help, the self-titled record found critical acclaim, with Rolling Stone praising it for mixing "the gravely twang of Steve Earle with Chris Stapleton's range, plus bigger hooks." After spending several years as a sideman for other artists, Daniel finally claimed his share of the spotlight, brewing up his melting pot of hard-hitting American roots music.   On this edition of The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast, Kyle Daniel spoke about his lessons from Anderson East, Bob Seger, and Brandy Clark and his debut album, Kentucky Gold.Let's connect on social media! Visit my channels on:A) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JacobElyachar/B) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacobelyachar/C) Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jacobelyacharD) TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealjacobelyacE) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JacobElyacharBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support.

The Stephen Hull Experience wins second place, and Best Guitarist,  live at the 2024 International Blues Challenge in Memphis on Edition 653 of Blues Radio International, with music from Junior Wells and Coco Montoya.Photograph by Laura Carbone.Find more at BluesRadioInternational.net/

Errol was the U.K. representative at both the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, and the European Blues Challenge in Poland earlier this year.

My next guest Mathias Lattin was a surprise find at the Granada Show with Ally Venable. A Texas powerhouse blues guitarist and singer , he's the only one of his family that didn't pursue a professional sports life. He won the 2023 International Blues Challenge and has ignited the blues guitar world, but don't leave him in that category alone. He's got a great future ahead with many collaborations along side some iconic guitarists. Listen to this interview to find out the who's who of his influences. I am so impressed with his humble attitude- his Mama must be SO PROUDtouring now- catch a show and take a listen to this interview. Thanks to Burress Law PLLC The Guitar Sanctuary and Cadillac Pizza Pub.   Originally aired 06/30/2024 on 95.3 FM KHYI the Range in Dallas, TX.

Making a Scene Presents an Interview with JP SoarsPlaying the blues not only requires diligence and dedication, but also an inherent sense of purpose and passion. Guitarist and vocalist J.P. Soars knows those instincts all too well, having been imbued with absolute enthusiasm for the form. It's not only steered his muse ever since, but also brought him to the heights of success and wide recognition. A first place winner of the Blues Foundation 2009 International Blues Challenge, the Albert King Best Guitarist Award, any number of Blues Music nominations as Best Contemporary Male Blues Artist, and a nod for Best Blues Album, he's been the recipient of continuing critical kudos, extensive worldwide airplay and sales that have elevated him to the uppermost rungs of every major Blues chart. http://www.makingascene.org

Recording artist Will Wesley was sneaking into bars at 15 with a beard to disguise his age, to captivate audiences with his beat-up guitar on stage. Will's musical journey began in the Baton Rouge blues scene and touring with legends like Larry Garner and winning the New Orleans regional division of the International Blues Challenge twice, he later served as the Music Director for Grammy-winning Blues Artist Grady Champion. In 2020, he collaborated with producer Phil Chandler on the album "Both Sides of the Tracks," featuring the top charting popular single “Attitude." Will's career soared, touring globally and collaborating with Swiss Rockabilly Star Florian Fox. And despite a career that has already found him touring globally, this is somewhat a new beginning for Will Wesley as he finds himself ready to conquer country music and the world. #countrymusic #bluesmusic #bluesguitarist #guitar #guitarist #music #rockmusic #touring 

Recording artist Will Wesley was sneaking into bars at 15 with a beard to disguise his age, to captivate audiences with his beat-up guitar on stage. Will's musical journey began in the Baton Rouge blues scene and touring with legends like Larry Garner and winning the New Orleans regional division of the International Blues Challenge twice, he later served as the Music Director for Grammy-winning Blues Artist Grady Champion. In 2020, he collaborated with producer Phil Chandler on the album "Both Sides of the Tracks," featuring the top charting popular single “Attitude." Will's career soared, touring globally and collaborating with Swiss Rockabilly Star Florian Fox. And despite a career that has already found him touring globally, this is somewhat a new beginning for Will Wesley as he finds himself ready to conquer country music and the world. #countrymusic #bluesmusic #bluesguitarist #guitar #guitarist #music #rockmusic #touring 

Joe Waters performs at the Orpheum Memphis in the 2024 International Blues Challenge Finals. The IBC is coordinated & hosted by the Blues Foundation in Memphis, TN. Each year, blues societies from around the globe send challengers to compete against one another for a chance to win the big prizes at the finals in Memphis. Out of 140 acts, Joe made it & won! Congratulations Joe!Joe took home the 1st place prize in the Solo/Duo Category. Hailing from the Columbus Blues Alliance, he amazes & entertains with his dynamic multi-instrument solo performance.Thank you to The Blues Foundation for their continued support of our efforts to document blues music, it's musicians & community. Thank you to Dawn Hopkins for the house mix, Joe Whitmer for his unwavering support of our work & to Kimberly Horton for her understanding of our passion for blues music. PLEASE JOIN THE BLUES FOUNDATION TODAY AT: WWW.BLUES.ORGAudio Production by Audrey Michelle & Jesse Finkelstein for Blues Radio International. Audience recording by Audrey Michelle for BRI. 2024IBC Master Mix by Dawn Hopkins of Ardent Studios, Memphis. You're amazing Dawn!#JoeWaters #BluesFoundation #TheBluesFoundation #Internationalblueschallenge2024 #internationalblueschallenge #bluesmusic #blues #acoustic #acoustic #ibc #orpheummemphisFind more at BluesRadioInternational.net/

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Cara and John catch up with Chantell McFarland who recently returned from a hugely successful run at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis with Diego Mongue and his band. Chantell has something in common with John and Cara as a stepmom making it work in the blended family. We cover almost scripted Taylor Swift, KC Chiefs, NFL season, Cara's purchasing Halara overalls for comfort and to relive her college days, Chantell talks about her wedding dress video that went viral and got over a million views on Facebook, the experience in Memphis where the band had seven performances including at a radio station there, her inspiration to get back into performing music after a longtime away and more! Songstress, Chantell, is a classically trained artist from Chicago, not residing in the idyllic hills of Berkshire County. In her early career, Chantell performed on studio albums for PBS Kids and Sesame Street. In 2021, Chantell performed in a concert of encouragement and hope for essential workers featuring Cellist, Yo-yo Ma and The Boston Symphony Orchestra's maestro, Manny Ax. In 2023, Chantell joined the Diego Mongue Band and was a semi finalist in the International Blues Challenge. She was also accepted into the Recording Academy. Chantell's love for music and people are intrinsic within her melodious vocal arrangements and soulful songwriting. Cara Krol is the author of Fairy Slippers and Molly Saves the Bees: https://www.fairyslippers.info/books In addition to being an author, Cara is an energy healer and intuitive coach. Her website for her business Balance & Bliss Wellness is https://balanceandblisswellness.com John Krol is the owner of One Eighty Media marketing agency: https://oneeightymedia.com/ a longtime radio/television and podcast host and producer. John and Cara are raising a family of five kiddos between the ages of 8 and 15, making it all work! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-krol/support

Fasten your seat belt as your host, Jim Ervin, welcomes the 2023 International Blues Challenge overall and guitar winner Mathias Lattin to the program. At the age of just 21, Lattin is the youngest competitor to win both of these categories in one year! Join us as we discuss his huge win in Memphis, his early influences in the Blues, his brand new CD, and what lies ahead. He is as much fun to listen to as he is to talk with, so make plans to listen in!_________________________Facebook: Time SignaturesYouTube: Time SignaturesFacebook: Capital Area Blues SocietyWebsite: Capital Area Blues Society

With a guitar howling like it was recorded in a runaway cement mixer while keeping up with the frantic beat of an old suitcase drum and a rusty tambourine, Zeno Jones takes the old delta blues and lights them on fire with Kentucky moonshine. Based out of Louisville, Kentucky, Jones belts out raw vocals with a level of energy which can only be explained as a genuine attempt to give himself religion. Audiences are struck by the ferocity, originality and fresh take on the prewar blues, roots and gospel material Zeno takes inspiration and pays homage to. He is a two-time Semifinalist of the International Blues Challenge, a weeklong event featuring 200 regionally qualified blues acts from around the world. Since 2022 he has played for audiences around Kentucky, Indiana and Tennessee from venues as intimate as a private house party to crowds at the Brown County Playhouse (IN), or from the standing room only bars of Beale Street (TN) to the overflowing street crowds the Garvin Gate Blues Festival (KY). Jones' fervor will have you either stomping your foot through the floor or calling the police. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tophillrecording/support

The Bail Jumpers are a contemporary blues band hot off their Blues Society of Western Pennsylvania win, The Bail Jumpers join Bill to discuss their background, their trip the the International Blues Challenge, upcoming events, and more! Featuring music from: Chip & the Charge Ups, The Shiners, Bay Allen, The Bail Jumpers, Noble Hops, Curtis and the Shakerz, Domenic Fusca, Joe Patrick and Four on the Floor Can you tell us a bit about the Blues Society of Western Pennsylvania‘s Blues challenge that you recently won? How did you end up in the blues genre? Can you pinpoint when you realized you had to be a musician? Please tell us about your song, Once Again (I'm Left Behind). What songwriter would you like to sit down and write a song with? If there was a DeLorean with a flux capacitor outside your gig, when are you going in time and what band are you going to hang out with while you're there? What 4 people from the history of the world would you like to have dinner with? Why are you standing at the famous crossroads waiting on the Devil? We talk about their releases. What studio(s) did you use to record? What's coming up? Tell us what you know about the trip to the International Blues Challenge this coming January in Memphis. Interview Segment 1 with the Bail JumpersInterview Segment 2Interview Segment 3

The Bail Jumpers are a contemporary blues band hot off their Blues Society of Western Pennsylvania win, The Bail Jumpers join Bill to discuss their background, their trip the the International Blues Challenge, upcoming events, and more! Featuring music from: Chip & the Charge Ups, The Shiners, Bay Allen, The Bail Jumpers, Noble Hops, Curtis and the Shakerz, Domenic Fusca, Joe Patrick and Four on the Floor

Every Friday in June leading up to Heritage Days, K-100 is showcasing the bands performing on the Pepsi Main Stage and giving you the chance to preview their music before showtime.  This week Sparks chats with Win Noll, of Win Noll & The Rockin' Souls, who will playing the Heritage Days Pepsi Main  Stage on Saturday, June 24th from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. Using their home base as inspiration, Win Noll & The Rockin' Souls belt out their own unique and captivating take on classic Chicago Blues and R&B. The band's varied repertoire take audiences on a musical voyage from Etta James to Adele, Chuck Berry to Lenny Kravitz, Susan Tedeschi to Amy Winehouse with a few powerful originals sprinkled throughout for good measure.   Win Noll & The Rockin' Souls recently won the Chicago Blues Challenge for the best group, which lead them to representing Chicago at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN.   This highly inventive six piece collectively of veteran musicians is a guaranteed foot stompin' good time who command attention and consistently leaves audiences wanting more. Win Noll & The Rockin' Souls thoroughly entertain.  

The 2023 Winner of the Blues Society of Western Pennsylvania Blues Challenge in the Solo/Duo category!! “Big” Bay Allen has been playing guitar for more than thirty years, writing songs since the first week he picked up a guitar. He leans towards a Piedmont Blues style, fused with other Country Blues soundscapes…but plays electric guitar, and other instruments, too! (He's actually pretty good on the autoharp!)Bay is endorsed by, and proudly plays, Paige Capos. featuring music from: Doppler Affect, The Bail Jumpers, Woodland Creatures, Bay Allen, Lone Crow Rebellion, Tone Travelers, The Jeremy Edge Project, Rising Regina Where did the name Bay come from? While doing my research, I found Americana, Folk, and Blues in your history, how did you come by that mix of genres? Can you pinpoint when you knew you had to be a musician? Give us your storytellers version of what the song “Sweet on Me” is about. What is the best pizza that you've had because you're a musician? Who is your Dave Grohl? What would you sell your soul to the Devil for musically? Tell us a bit about the trip to Memphis for the International Blues Challenge. What is a non-standard venue that you would like to play? What 4 people in the history of the world would you like to sit down to dinner with, and why? If I was driving your tour bus, what would we be listening to on radio between gigs? What is coming up next for “Big” Bay Allen? Interview Segment 1 With "Big" Bay AllenInterview Segment 2Interview Segment 3

At 20 years old, Mathias Lattin won 1st place at the 2023 International Blues Challenge in the band category and was awarded Best Guitarist by the judges.Mathias Lattin is a product of the Houston ISD Fine Arts magnet program. He is a 2020 graduate of Kinder High School for Performing and Visual Arts.Mathias Lattin is an emerging young Texas guitarist. He's heavily influenced by music legends B.B. King, Johnny “Guitar” Watson, Albert Collins, and Wes Montgomery. Mathias's love for music is reflected in the soulful blues, jazz-inflected chords, and funky bass lines. Trained as a jazz guitarist, he incorporates that knowledge in his playing and songwriting. So grateful for all the listeners! Check the links below from charities, subscriptions, merch, reading list, and more. Love the show?You can now support the show with a subscription! Click here for all the details.**Want to write a review? Click here for details.** Donate Dachshund Rescue of Houston hereBlog https://tstakaishi.wixsite.com/musicInsta @creative_peacemeal_podcastFB @creativepeacemealpodBonfire Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/creative-peacemeal/Redbubble Merch CPPodcast.redbubble.comCreative Peacemeal READING list hereInterested in Corrie Legge's content planner? Click here to order!

Visit: www.salty.com.au Recorded and released March 2023. Salty talks with International Blues Challenge winner (2023 solo/duo) Frank Sultana - an Australian representing the Sydney Blues Society. Salty Dog Blues n Roots podcast is a platform that features interviews with emerging and established blues artists. Listeners hear about their creative processes, influences, and experiences, which provide insights into the blues and roots music scenes in Australia and beyond.

Pamela Betti on How to Have Outrageous Fun while Singing the Blues. Learn how to discover new music and learn the methods and secrets of successful singer/songwriters and music professionals. Your host, Steve Yusko engages artists and music industry professionals from Manhattan to Montauk and abroad. You'll learn from the experiences and strategies of music professionals, as well as where to find live original music playing in New York City and on Long Island. Don't miss out on this valuable information and fun conversation.

An All Star Jam finale to The Blues Foundations 2022 International Blues Challenge.  Host - Joe WhitmerTony Braunagel - DrumsJimmy Carpenter - SaxTerrence "Sweet T" Grayson - BassJim Pugh - Keys/OrganJose Ramirez - Guitar/VocalsJonn Del Toro Richardson - Guitar/VocalBen Rice - GuitarKat Riggins - VocalGabe Stillman - Guitar/VocalDawn Tyler Watson - VocalsThank you to The Blues Foundation for their continued support of our efforts in preserving & documenting blues music, blues artists & the blues community. #thebluesfoundation #internationalblueschallenge #bluesradiointernational #bluesmusic #blues #orpheumtheatreFind more at BluesRadioInternational.net/radio-show

On today's show, Buddy Shute and the Motivators album "You Gotta Move" is the record to represent the region at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis. Michael Tilley, executive editor of Talk Business & Politics, covers persistent water leaks in Fort Smith, commercial tonnage and a record-setting year in construction. Plus, wrapping up the week's news and more.

There are a ton of great original Christmas and Holiday Songs that have not hit the mainstream 'Yet'!  (Like My Mrs.Claus Song LOL!) One of those songs is written by Toby Soriero and it's called "Sleigh Bell Blues".  It's Rosedale Junction's Delta blues inspired acoustic number of one man's dark sad rambling ode of what Christmas now represents. We need to remember that the holidays with all the focus on merriment, is not all that merry for many. Toby's lyrics in "Sleigh Bell, Blues' speak to one mans' sad lonely emotions about how long it's been since he's heard sleigh bells ring. Poor guy sings that Santa doesnt come around where he is but he wishes he would. Seems Christmas in his town is all about “partying in the barn”, then going home and passing out. Still he's hopeful things might change for him. Written by Toby Soriero (Guitar, resonator, bass, drums, washboard and sleigh bells), Sleigh Bell Blues features vocals by Dgiovahni Denizevahni (Solo artist), piano by Roger Smith (Tower of Power) and harmonica by Trent Williamson (Solo artist). Toby Soriero began playing guitar at the age of nine, having studied under Connecticut-based jazz guitarist, Ron Stebbins.  He's had  a love for the blues and a passion for simple soulful music ever since. Toby grew up in the golden era of album rock, enamored with a generation of awesome guitar players. The most influential on his playing were Eric Clapton and the Three Kings (B.B., Albert and Freddie). In 2019, as a member of the acoustic blues duo, the Screwtop Sommeliers, Toby made it to the semi-finals of the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee. In 2020 Toby said goodbye to Corporate America to focus on making music full time. We wish him well on his fun next act in life. I know a whole lot fo people who'd love to leave their jobs and just make music. I hope they get their chance. Lifes about taking risks to make yourself as happy as possible while youre here and still can.  "Risk It or Regret It"! is what I always say. Enjoy my conversation with Toby Soriero on The Debbie Nigro Show and enjoy listening to his original  "Sleigh Bell Blues".         

Jon Shain is a veteran singer-songwriter who combines improvised piedmont blues with bluegrass, swing, and ragtime, and is the 2019 winner of the International Blues Challenge in the solo/duo category. His most recent solo disc, Gettin' Handy with the Blues: A Tribute to the Legacy of WC Handy, was released in 2018. In 1989 he founded the Chapel Hill-based folk-rock group, Flyin' Mice and their spin-off group, WAKE. They released four CDs and played up and down the East Coast until the late 90s. He then went solo, and has since released ten albums of his own folk-blues compositions.

South Australian-born musician DAVID BLIGHT is without a doubt one of Australia's premier harmonica players. There aren't too many people in Australia who are not familiar with the harmonica playing of David Blight. Every time you hear that favorite of Australia's rock anthems, KHE SANH by Cold Chisel you will hear David's distinctive harp lines weaving in and out behind Jimmy Barnes' vocals. He was and still is Cold Chisels harp player of choice and has recorded and toured with the band collectively and individually throughout the years. During this interview, David shares his musical journey from listening to the radio and hearing "Bring it on Home" from a freshly released Led Zeppelin 2 when the light was well and truly switched on, to playing whenever he could with local bands, to how working at John Martins led David Blight to become Cold Chisel's harmonica player. David formed his own band The Flyers in 1982 and has continued his connection, recording with Cold Chisel and band members Don Walker and Ian Moss. Mick Kidd together with Dave Blight won the Adelaide Roots & Blues Associations inaugural "Memphis Blues Challenge" (solo/duo) in 2015 and were sent to represent Australia in the 2016 International Blues Challenge in Memphis USA – This was following up on their success at the 2014 South Australia Blues Awards winning the "Outstanding Solo/Duo." On 17th November 2015, a small group from the Adelaide Music Collective/ SA Music Hall Of Fame attended Cold Chisel's soundcheck to surprise Dave Blight with an induction. He had previously declined an induction as he felt he was not worthy. After many more nominations and public outpouring, it was decided that he would be inducted in collaboration with Cold Chisel. Music: intro "BAND IT ABOUT" theme song, written and recorded by Catherine Lambert and Michael Bryant. Outro "Cut you loose", written by Mick Kidd, is track 5 off of Mick Kidd and David Blight's sophomore album “Menu of Sin”, which was released on the 17th of July, 2017. Links: all of the BAND IT ABOUT - Podcast Series links can be located here: https://linktr.ee/banditaboutpodcastseries David Blight's links: http://www.mickkiddblues.com/ https://www.facebook.com/mojomick/ https://m.facebook.com/David-Blight-and-The-Flyers-116684848382791/ https://www.coldchisel.com/ Di Spillane BAND IT ABOUT - Podcast Series Host/Creator/Editor #davidblight #coldchisel #hohnermarineband #hohnerharmonicas #khesanh #bluesmusic #rockharmonica #southaustralia #harmonicaplayers #johnmartinsretailersltd #davidblighandtheflyers #mickkidd #donwalker #ianmoss #davesmall #philsmall #australianmusicindustry #musicinterviewpodcast #musicpodcast #musiccommentary #interviews #indepthinterviews #realpeople #realstories #banditaboutpodcastseries #dispillane #internationalblueschallenge #AMC #samusichalloffame #adelaidesouthaustralia #jimmybarnes --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dianne-spillane/message

Born to a drummer and pianist in Vicksburg, MS, he woke up every morning to his mother playing on her baby grand. He began playing drums at age 11 on his father's drum set - cutting his teeth on Zeppelin & Skynyrd records he borrowed from his uncle and playing with the church band. After high school he ended up in Alaska for work, picking up the guitar, and crafting his songwriting skills. He showed back up in Mississippi a year later with long hair and a song to sing. in 2015, Zechariah Lloyd won the Vicksburg Blues Challenge and went on to represent the Vicksburg Blues Society in Memphis for the 2015 International Blues Challenge, where he made it as a finalist in the solo/duo division. Down to the River, his first single recorded with Plaid Dog Recordings (Boston, MA) was self-released in 2019 and was used to help crowdfund the full EP, titled “Heart in a Notebook.” in 2020, Down to the River won 1st place Blues for both the Unsigned Only Competition AND the International Songwriting Competition. It placed 2nd in Blues for the 2021 International Songwriting Competition. After delays attributed to the global pandemic, Zechariah & Plaid Dog Recordings were able to finish the EP in February of 2022. The EP, “Heart in a Notebook”, will release to all public platforms July 14th, 2022. The single, “Heart in a Notebook” releases July 1st. While promoting the release of his current EP, Zechariah Lloyd has been and continues to work on his full-length album with producer, Billy Smiley, at The Sound Kitchen studios in Franklin, TN. We expect to hear a single from this project sometime in the Fall of 2022.

Multi-instrumentalist Danny Filmer joins me to discuss his musical journey for this week's episode of the BAND IT ABOUT - Podcast Series. Danny, born at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH), and raised in Blackwood, South Australia, was the youngest of three children. His older sister played the piano and whenever she wasn't at home, Danny would use that opportunity to hop on and play. Unfortunately, in the 70s when his sister decided to move out, she took her piano with her, but luckily for Danny, a family friend Steve Goss who was also a musician, gave him his first harmonica, and his love of this instrument and the blues grew from there. Danny, who also plays the bass guitar, joined his first band 'The Severed Tendons', who later changed their name to 'Endo Plasmic Reticulum' as their bass player, this was the beginning of his gigging career with various Adelaide bands. The 'Spirit Of Alondray' was the first band that Danny had the opportunity to play the harmonica with, but only on a few of their songs. In 2016 Danny began making and playing his cigar box guitars, initially using a stomp box for the beat. He soon realized that drumming was best left to the experts, so he asked his wife Sue to come out of performance retirement to provide the beat on the Cajon drum for him, they have been performing together as the duo SUEDAN ever since. Danny has been able to write songs complimentary to his choice of instruments, the cigar box guitar, and harmonica, whereas, in the past, the bands that he had played with didn't allow him to incorporate his favorite instrument the harmonica as much as he would have liked. The duo has a love of Middle Eastern music, which can be heard in some of their original blues compositions. The duo has traveled a lot since 2016, performing at various festivals and busking along the way. In 2021 Danny decided to leave his day job at the winery to enable them to turn Suedan into a full-time career, a risky move during a pandemic, but one that enabled them to take advantage of a time when mandatory density restrictions in venues, had resulted in a lot more work for solos and duos. When the duo isn't performing at events, they are running open mic's and busking. SUEDAN is competing in the Memphis Blues Challenge (MBC) Final on the 27th of August, for the opportunity to represent the Adelaide Roots and Blues Association (ARBA) at the Blues Foundation's "International Blues Challenge", which will be held in Memphis Tennessee in 2023. Music: "Band It About" theme song, written and recorded for the BAND IT ABOUT - Podcast Series by Catherine Lambert and Michael Bryant. Outro: "Invisible Magic Guy", written in 2021 by Danny Filmer and performed by Suedan. This song was released in June 2021 on their album "Blues Box Set", which can be purchased online here: https://suedan.bandcamp.com/album/suedan-blues-box-set Links: all of the BAND IT ABOUT - Podcast Series links can be located here: https://linktr.ee/banditaboutpodcastseries Suedan Music website: https://suedan.com.au/ Facebook page: https://m.facebook.com/Suedan-2140148932728428/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suedanmusic/ Di Spillane Host/Creator/Editor. #musicinterviews #musicpodcast #musiccommentarypodcast #harmonica #banditaboutpodcastseries #suedan #dannyfilmer #adelaidesouthaustralia --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dianne-spillane/message

Hey, y'all. I am Shay. This is THAT ALBUM podcast, now airing on our primary channel thebuzzr podcast. On air indie, from my pad to yours over the airways. It's Banger ROCK N ROLL with co-host Charlie Aiken (frontman of RH2) chatting with talented guitarist Nathan Pope. A great show chatting about Nathan's debut album Waiting There For Me. "Waiting There For Me" is the new (2022) full-length album and what a jam-packed, powerhouse of blues-rock from beginning to end! A full year was devoted to getting it right, and right it is indeed. With 12 songs featuring such artists as Kenny Aronoff (John Mellencamp/John Fogarty, James LoMenzo (Megadeth), Bogie Bowles (Joe Bonamassa), and Tal (from Nathan Pope Music.com) Tracks on show: “Krypto's Lullaby” before show begins; “Blue on Black” during show.  Track at end of show "Slxw"

The Ballad of Satchel Paige: This is donnie betts producer-director of Destination Freedom Black Radio Days. From Time to time we like to share with you one of our shows from our archives. Here is a special one. This Episode features Lionel Young winner of the 2008 and 2011 International Blues Challenge plus numerous classical and blues awards. The EP also features Blues the great Otis Taylor and his daughter Cassie. Leroy Robert "Satchel" Paige (July 7, 1906 – June 8, 1982) was an American professional baseball pitcher who played in Negro league baseball and Major League Baseball (MLB). His career spanned five decades and culminated with his induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. A right-handed pitcher, Paige first played for the semi-professional Mobile Tigers from 1924 to 1926. He began his professional baseball career in 1926 with the Chattanooga Black Lookouts of the Negro Southern League and became one of the most famous and successful players from the Negro leagues. On town tours across the United States, Paige would sometimes have his infielders sit down behind him and then routinely strike out the side.[3] At age 42 in 1948, Paige made his debut for the Cleveland Indians; to this day, this makes him the oldest debutant in the National League or American League history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On location from Somerset, Kentucky, home of the 29th annual Master Musicians Festival. We welcome Blues legend Tee Dee Young and Jeremy Short, Frontman for 'Short and Company' playing their last set as a band at the festival. Tee Dee Young has his own unique style of the Blues and a dynamic stage presence that has made him a local icon in the Blues scene for 50+ years. Jeremy Short has garnered significant recognition for his masterful, yet seemingly effortless guitar playing. He is also one of the top 30 blues guitar players in the world. Having garnered critical acclaim including from the Memphis's International Blues Challenge, where Short semi-finaled in 2016 and 2017. Massive THANK YOU to Julie Nelson, Tiffany Finley at the whole team at Master Musicians Festival for having us over. For information on next year's 30th anniversary edition, stay tuned to: www.mastermusiciansfestival.org

Korea24 – 2022.07.19. (Tuesday) News Briefing: South Korea reported 73,582 new COVID-19 cases, nearly doubling from a week ago, with the BA.5 omicron subvariant on the verge of becoming the dominant strain in the country. (Jenny NA) In-Depth News Analysis: Starting this month, the Seoul city government began granting pregnant women transportation cost subsidies worth 700,000won (approx. US$540). However, this voucher program has come under fire, as it is limited to Korean nationals only, with no foreign nationals eligible. To learn more about this program and the controversy surrounding it, we speak to Esther Chung, a reporter for the Korea JoongAng Daily. Korea Trending with Jenny Suh: 1. High jumper Woo Sang-hyeok has become the first South Korean to win a silver medal at the World Athletics Championships. (높이뛰기 우상혁, 한국 육상 첫 세계선수권 '은메달') 2. Traveler complaints have been growing due to canceled flights, as airlines struggle to meet demand after eased COVID-19 measures. (항공편 취소 속출에 여행객 피해 급증) 3. South Korea finished second at this year’s International Physics Olympiad. (한국, 국제물리올림피아드 종합 2위) Touch Base In Seoul: In May this year, ‘Richiman and Groove Nice’, a band from South Korea, made it to the top five of the International Blues Challenge, an annual blues music competition in Memphis, Tennessee. The lead singer and guitarist, Richiman, joins us in the studio to tell us about that experience, how he got into blues music and the scene in Korea. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Kim Hae-yeon reports that the 2022 World Heritage Festival on Jeju Island is looking for applicants for their expedition teams. - Tomorrow’s Korea Times features an interview by Lee Hae-rin with Son Woong-jung, the father of star footballer Son Heung-min, about the future of South Korea football.

Zeno Jones takes the old-style blues – delta, river, hill country- and sets them on fire with Kentucky moonshine. After recording and showcasing a more traditional, self-titled country blues album in 2011, Jones returns to the roots revivalist scene with a suitcase drum and an overflow of voltage in his guitar strings. Zeno is the winner of Louisville's 2021 KBS Blues Challenge and semi-finalist for the 2022 International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tophillrecording/support

Singer/songwriter Alyssa Galvan has a voice louder than she is and a talent for guitar that is the envy of those twice her age. She shares her experience at this year's International Blues Challenge, her plans for summer and one of her original songs with What's Up!

Texas singer/songwriter/guitar-slinger A. Wright has been hitting it hard over the last 9 years. Since the age of 16, he's racked up numerous accolades ranging from opening for country legends Steve Wariner and Johnny Lee, Blues Artist Carolyn Wonderland, playing along side Texas Blues legends Alan Haynes and Jackie Newhouse (ex-Stevie Ray Vaughan), to playing all around Texas (San Antonio, Austin, San Angelo, Boerne/Sisterdale, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Fredricksburg, Bend, Llano, etc.) and competing in the International Blues Challenge twice (Memphis, TN) (Band category in 2017 and Solo/Duo Semifinalist in 2020) represeting the San Angelo Blues Society. He currently has two releases with his first release “The Way That I Am” coming out in 2018 and the newest release “Acoustic” being released in late 2021.His music is an amalgamation of Blues, Country, Rock, Folk, Americana, etc. You'll see him around playing solo shows or going electric with the band.This is episode may or may not contain adult content such as strong language, references to smoking, alcohol, sex, drugs, and rock-n-roll. You'll just have to listen to find out. The statements and views of the musician do not necessarily reflect the views of Gotta Love Texas Music.https://www.awrightmusic.com/https://www.youtube.com/user/thesoundkiddhttps://www.instagram.com/awrightmusic/https://www.facebook.com/awright3rd/https://open.spotify.com/artist/2Q8XUbeliaI9Q5wRGBO5Ky

Virtuoso Slide Guitarist & Powerhouse, Ace Stringman Mark Newman on how to DeliverAs I navigate the musical waters of the Long Island Sound, more often than not I'm blessed to find some great music well up in my wheelhouse.  And that's how I felt as I experienced Mark Newman's music Growing up in New York, Mark Newman's musical journey has taken him around the world several times as both sideman and singer/songwriter. This ace string man (guitar, lap steel, mandolin, dobro) and accomplished songwriter is the type of singer whose warm and expressive voice sounds like an old friend. He put it all together on 2006's “Must Be A Pony”   In 2010 he took a quantum leap forward with the stunning “Walls Of Jericho”   and has just released, “Brussels”, a live solo EP. “Empirical Truth”, his latest CD was released in June, 2018 (Danal Music, LLC, by WBA Records). It won best CD from the Long Island Blues Society. Sharing the stage with such notables as soul legend Sam Moore (Sam & Dave), John Oates(Hall and Oates), Jim McCarty (Yardbirds, Renaissance),the late Willy DeVille (Mink DeVille), Bobby Whitlock (Derek and the Dominos) and Sam The Sham, has given Newman the perspective to craft an individualistic sound framed in straight-from-the-hip rock'n'roll, simmering with the subtle flavors of blues, R'n'B, funk, folk and soul.(New York, NY) — It was announced today that The Long Island Blues Society has named EMPIRICAL TRUTH by Mark Newman their 2019 CD Challenge winner. As the local winner, EMPIRICAL TRUTH will represent the Long Island Blues Society in the International Blues Challenge's Self-Produced CD Contest; which happens in Memphis from January 28th to February 1st, 2020. Empirical Truth is also currently #1 in its category on the Reverbnation charts.  Listen to Empirical Truth on Spotify here:https://open.spotify.com/album/3Y5bQm8AOQPoFGmRyyaPVB It can certainly be said that a labor of love is not much of labor at all, and with singer/songwriter and guitarist Mark Newman's latest release “Empirical Truth” (via Danal Music) this is very much the case, as he's proven once again his power of true musicianship.Connect with The Long Island Sound Podcast:Website: Https://GigDestiny.com/podcast Follow Steve Yusko, GigDestiny.com, and his adventures:  Website: https://www.GigDestiny.com  Twitter, Instagram,  YouTube, FacebookSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/21aCeQWDmD4fkucpfVf9Email: Steve@GigDestiny.com Intro/Outro song in this episode:“Fading out Fast” from Mike Nugent's album, The growth of The Long Island Sound Podcast has been exponential. Help us grow the show!Subscribe to the GigDestiny.com Site here for bonus contentSubscribe to our YouTube ChannelCall the Listener Line & leave your comments: (631) 800-3579 Remember to Rate & Review the show! Help us keep the conversation going with your donation - Click Right Here or go to GigDestiny.com Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE

Award winning & renowned guitarist JW-Jones joins the DTP to take us behind the HOROJO Trio, & their smooth new debut album ‘Set The Record'!   With each member individually accomplished musicians, HOROJO Trio are drummer Jamie Holmes, singer/keyboardist Jeff Rogers, and guitarist JW Jones who has as a solo artist reached Top 10 on the Billboard Blues Charts, received multiple JUNO and Maple Blues Award nominations.   The result of a chance jam session that was so inspired it left both the audience and trio wanting more, they've since won ‘Best Band' at the 2020 International Blues Challenge and performed at several top blues festivals and venues — as well as a recent nomination for ‘Music Group of the Year' at the 2022 Ottawa Awards.   We also discuss how the HOROJO Trio came together, filming the music video for ‘Hard As I Can', The International Blues Challenge, and much more!   Watch the video version:     Connect with JW & the HOROJO Trio! - - - - -       HOROJO Trio YouTube:   HOROJO Trio Spotify:   JW-Jones Spotify:   HOROJO Trio Apple Music  JW-Jones Apple Music:       - - - - -   Support Colton Gee and Desert Tiger ----- Check out our webstore @ Follow Colton Gee and Desert Tiger   -----

My guest today is award winning singer-songwriter, guitarist, and harmonica player, Ray Bonneville. When it comes to playing rack harmonica, Ray might just be as good as it gets. To accompany his truth telling lyrics, he's able to seamlessly pull off complicated finger picking patterns and play elaborate counter melodies on the harmonica between verses. Often called a “song and groove man,” Bonneville has lived the life of the itinerant artist. From his native Quebec, he moved to Boston at age twelve, where he learned English and picked up piano and guitar. Later, he served in Vietnam and earned a pilot's license in Colorado before living in Alaska, Seattle, and Paris. Six years in New Orleans infused his musical sensibilities with the region's culture and rhythms. And then, a close call while piloting a seaplane proved pivotal: After two decades working as a studio musician, playing rowdy rooms with blues bands, and living hard, Bonneville's lifetime of hard-won experience coalesced into an urge to write his own music. Ray recorded his first album, On the Main, in 1992. He's since released nine albums, earned wide critical and popular acclaim, and won an enthusiastic following in the U.S., Canada, and Europe. His awards include a prestigious Juno, the Canadian equivalent of a Grammy, for his 1999 album, Gust of Wind. In 2012, Ray won the solo/duet category in the Blues Foundation's International Blues Challenge. His post-Katrina ode, “I Am the Big Easy,” earned the International Folk Alliance's 2009 Song of the Year Award, placed number one on Folk Radio's list of most-played songs of 2008, and was recently covered by Jennifer Warnes for the BMG label. Other notable artists who have recorded his songs include Ronnie Hawkins (“Foolish”) and Slaid Cleaves (“Run Jolee Run”). Ray has shared the bill with blues heavyweights Muddy Waters, B.B. King, Dr. John, J.J. Cale, and Robert Cray, and has guested on albums by Mary Gauthier, Gurf Morlix, Eliza Gilkyson, Ray Wylie Hubbard, and other prominent musicians. He has performed at renowned venues around the world, including South by Southwest, Folk Alliance, and Montreal International Jazz Festival, and plays over 100 shows per year across the U.S., Canada, and Europe. When not on the road, he resides in Austin, Texas. During our conversation, we chat about his early life and first musical groups, his time in the military, life as a pilot, and the finer points of songwriting. If you enjoy the podcast, please let others know, subscribe or write a review. 5 star ratings and reviews on Apple Music as well as subscribing to our YouTube Channel help us out the most!! IF YOU'D LIKE TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST IN A MONETARY WAY, I'M NOW ON PATREON! www.patreon.com/andysydow You can support my artist career and this podcast for as little as $3 per month. The price of one cup of coffee helps keep this podcast on its feet. Any and every contribution is greatly appreciated! Guest Links: Website: https://raybonneville.com/ Episode Music: **All original music by Andy Sydow Sponsors: A huge thanks to our sponsors, PQ Mastering and Narrator RF. For any sponsorship inquiries, shoot me an email at middleclassrockstar@gmail.com pqmastering.com narratorrf.com

Soulful Femme is a blues, funk, jazz duo from Pittsburgh, made up of two women: Stevee Wellons (vocals) and Cheryl Rinovato (guitars). Their debut album, “It Is Well With My Soul” is being released on June 4th, 2021. Vocalist Stephanie Wellons, aka Stevee Wellons, has been performing in the tri-state area for the last 25 years and is known for her high-energy stage presence and performance. Stevee has performed with numerous area bands and currently teaches and coaches voice at numerous CCAC college campuses in the area. Formerly, she taught at the prestigious Afro-American Institute (AAMI), in the Homewood Area of Pittsburgh. An experienced recording artist as well, Stevee has recorded in Pittsburgh, New York, Chicago and Baltimore. Stevee Wellons Band won the 2015 Blues Society of Western PA's Blues Challenge and represented Western PA at the 2016 International Blues Challenge.​Studying Applied Music with a 2nd major in Arranging and Composition at famed Berklee College of Music, Cheryl Rinovato began her musical career as a studio musician throughout New England. Since moving to Pittsburgh, Cheryl has pursued her musical career as a professional musician for numerous area bands and has done extensive studio work. Cheryl has also been the recipient of the prestigious Jim Weber Award, given to blues guitarist of the year, three times; in 2012, 2013 and 2015. She is a Delaney (out of Austin, TX) endorsed guitarist with 2 signature guitar models.Stevee and Cheryl have performed with: Shemekia Copeland, Ana Popovic, Samantha Fish, Tas Cru, Miller & the Other Sinners, Joann Shaw Taylor, Tommy Castro and Mike Zito. These two dynamic personalities complement each other with the gift that they combine for a dynamic experience. Sit back and be entertained!"www.soulfulfemme.comhttps://www.facebook.com/soulful.femmehttps://twitter.com/SoulfulFemmehttps://www.instagram.com/soulfulfemmeband/

My guest today is Omaha based blues guitarist and singer, Hector Anchondo. Though he's been in the scene for two decades, Hector's name was finally heard around the globe when he took home first place in the 2020 International Blues Challenge (solo/duo). He also won the Memphis Cigar Box Award for best solo/duo guitarist. We had a great conversation about his upbringing, his love for blues, an 18 month tenure in Chicago, living on the road, and the International Blues Challenge (IBC). He's a really cool dude. You're gonna like him a lot! If you enjoy the podcast, please let others know, subscribe or write a review. 5 star ratings and reviews on Apple Music as well as subscribing to our YouTube Channel help us out the most!! IF YOU'D LIKE TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST IN A MONETARY WAY, I'M NOW ON PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/andysydow You can support my artist career and this podcast for as little as $3 per month. The price of one cup of coffee helps keep this podcast on its feet. Any and every contribution is greatly appreciated! Guest Links: Website: https://www.hectoranchondo.com/ Guest Music: "Sunshine" by Hector Anchondo Band Episode Music: **All original music by Andy Sydow Sponsors: A huge thanks to our sponsors, PQ Mastering and Narrator RF. For any sponsorship inquiries, shoot me an email at middleclassrockstar@gmail.com http://pqmastering.com https://narratorrf.com