That's right, The Great Rock N Roll Saxophonist Johnny Ferreira and his band will once again be in PG. You'll get to hear one of the best in the world of rock & roll / rhythm & blues saxophone.
Featuring Lindsay Mitchell (Prism) on Guitar, Marko Ibarra (Doucette) on the Tubs, Dave Webb on Keys and Prince George's own Dean Cherkas (Single Car Garage) on Bass
Johnny Ferreira has once again been nominated as Horn Player Of The Year at the Maple Blues Awards (Toronto Blues Society)
Saxophonist Of The Year (West Coast Blues Review)
Best Live Act Of The Year (Real Blues Magazine)
Please remember to send an e-mail to the address on your ticket to reserve seats at the show for your group no matter how big or small
These reservations help us seat you so much easier.
December 12, 2009
The Blues Underground Christmas Party featuring...
Arsen Shomakhov
Come Celebrate the Season with The Blues Underground and Russian Great Guitarist Arsen Shomakhov and his band.
Tickets on Sale now at Books and Company or at Studio 2880
October 23 & 24, 2009
John Lee Sanders
John Lee Sanders was nominated for a WC Handy award for song of the year in 2004. The WC Handy awards, now known as the American Blues Awards, are the top Blues awards in the world!
In 2007 he had a song nominated for an Emmy.
He has had his last two cds nominated for Western Canadian Music Awards in 2008 & 2009.
Since Friday, Oct 23 will be our first night at The Legion, we have decided to promote a bring a Friend Night.
If you buy a ticket at the regular price $25 ($20 for members) you will be able to buy another ticket for a friend for only $15.
Tickets for the Saturday Night dance remain at $25 ($20 for members)
John Lee Sanders - Forclose On The House Of Love
John Lee Sanders - Stand By
March 19 & 20, 2010
Keith Hallett
Twenty year-old blues guitar player, Keith Hallett of Fredericton, New Brunswick, has been turning heads for a few years now. He has something to say through his music and the audience feels it instantly. Keith has been playing guitar since the age of 13, got into the blues at 15 and has enjoyed studying and playing it ever since. In a very short period of time, Keith has been able to play many festivals and special events such as the Mont Tremblant Blues Festival, the Dutch Mason Blues Festival and Fredericton's prestigious Harvest Jazz and Blues Festival. He has had the opportunity to open for such groups as Grady, Paul Rishell & Annie Raines, Watermelon Slim and the Workers, and has shared the stage with names such as Matt Andersen, Ross Neilsen, Morgan Davis, John Cambelljohn, Thom Swift and The Lee Boys.
Keith's hard work paid off in the form of the 2007 CBC Galaxie Rising Star Award, presented to him during the annual Harvest Jazz and Blues Festival. Keith Hallett's future is a bright one. Loaded with a ton of talent and audiences falling in love with his infective style on a daily basis, he is sure to be around for a long time to entertain us.
Tickets on sale now at Books and Co, Studio 2880 and The Legion.....
$25 Non Members
$20 Members
Here's Keith Hallett playing just last weekend for our friends at the White Rock Blues Society
July 03 2009
The Elmhurst College Jazz Band
Every once and awhile we get an opportunity that we just can’t pass up. The Elmhurst College Jazz Band is a 19 piece Band with a great singer! Elmhurst, Illinois is 30 minutes from Downtown Chicago. Band members need to audition for the band. Check them out at the following internet address.
The Elmhurst College Jazz Band has gained international acclaim as a truly outstanding collegiate jazz ensemble. Under the direction of Doug Beach, the band has received outstanding ratings at jazz festivals from many jazz greats including Clark Terry, Lee Konitz, Conte Candoli, Pete Christlieb, Greg Hopkins, Jiggs Whigham, Rob McConnell, and Bob Brookmeyer.
The band has toured 17 nations and has twice been honored with invitations from the U.S. State Department to tour Europe. Frequent performances with well-known guest artists are a regular part of the band's schedule.
Prior to coming to Prince George they will perform in Calgary and at the Jazz Festival in Victoria.
The band also hosts the annual Elmhurst College Jazz Festival, a major event that attracts the best jazz bands from around the United States and is adjudicated by the greatest names in jazz today. The band has produced numerous recordings, all available on CD.
Blues Underground will donate the majority of the profits to CFIS 93.1 FM
Doors: 7:00 Concert: 7:30
Tickets on sale at Books & Company & Studio 2880
Adults $20
Blues Underground members $15
Students $15
April 23 & 24, 2010
Incognito
Vancouver's best loved blues and soul band. After 20 years and five albums, Incognito has honed its special blend of original funky blues and classic R and B, along with a dynamic stage show which has made them a favorite for festivals, special events and bars. These boys come to play!!
Tickets are on sale now at Books and Company and The Legion
$25 Non Members
$20 Members
If you wish grab a ticket at DP Todd Secondary School ($10 from every ticket they sell for Friday Night will go straight to the Band Programs)
Phone: 250-562-9525
There are limited amounts of tickets for Saturday as the dance will be UPSTAIRS AT THE LEGION in a smaller space, so, don't be dissapointed, go get your tickets early as we expect this show to sell out
Tickets on Sale now at Books and Company or at Studio 2880.
Although still relatively young in "blues years", David Gogo has accomplished much in his career. So far he has three Juno nominations, was named Musician of the Year at the Western Canadian Music Awards, was twice named Guitarist of the Year at the Maple Blues Awards, and has been bestowed with the CBC Saturday Night Blues, Great Canadian Blues Award for a lifetime contribution to the blues in Canada.
Nine albums have been released under his name and he has been a guest on a number of other artists recordings. David has composed music for television and major motion pictures and his songs have been performed and recorded by various musicians worldwide.
Whether he’s showcasing his blistering guitar licks and soulful vocals during his electric performances or drawing the crowd in with his humour and down-to-earth personality during his acoustic shows, audiences throughout North America, Europe, and Scandinavia can attest to his outstanding talent
