The fun happens this weekend, be sure to get your tickets and come join us!
That's right, The Great Rock N Roll Saxophonist Johnny Ferreira and his band will be in PG This weekend. 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 and Prince George's own Curtis Abriel on Bass
Johnny Ferreira has been nominated on a number of occasions as Horn Player Of The Year at the Maple Blues Awards (Toronto Blues Society) Johnny has also been awarded
Saxophonist Of The Year (West Coast Blues Review)
Best Live Act Of The Year (Real Blues Magazine)
Tickets are only:
$25 for Non Members
$20 for Members
On Sale now at Books & Company in Prince George
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
January 21 & 22, 2011
Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne
Juno Award Winner - Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne will be returning to Prince George to play Dances on January 21 & 22.
He has received plenty of recognition over the years and 2010 has been no exception. He recently got another Maple Blues nomination for being Canada’s Best Blues Piano Player. An honour he has won several times.
This year he also received a nomination from the #1 International Blues Magazine “Living Blues” for “2010 Blues Piano player of he Year” that recognized him as being one of the Top Five best Blues Piano Players in North America. (Pinetop Perkins was also nominated) Kenny Wayne was selected "2010 Blues Piano Player of the Year" Award presented by the Bay Area Blues and Hall of Fame Society in California
Lindsay Mitchell (the original Lead Guitarist from Prism) will be playing lead guitar with Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne. Lynday recently earned his Doctorit in "The Blues"
Tickets on sale now at Books & Company and at The Legion
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
March 19, 2011
Mighty Ruckus featuring Karl Standevan
Prince George's very own Mighty Ruckus will play for One Night, Saturday March 19, 2011
Karl Standevan is deeply immersed in the blues and blues based genre's, namely funk, soul, and old skool R&B
Tickets are just:
$12.50 for Members
$17.50 for Non Members
On Sale now at Books and Company
Also, while at Books & Company, be sure to grab your Lifetime Membership,
Blues Undergound Memberships are now at a one time cost of $20 each. Members save $5.00 off every Blues Underground Concert / Dance.
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 15 & 16, 2011
Harpdog Brown & The Bloodhounds
Blues with a Bite!
That's Right, Harpdog Brown & The Bloodhounds return to Prince George for 2 nights of great blues!!
Harpdog
Brown is pure blues honesty and truth. He has been in the business as a
touring recording artist for close to thirty years now. Born in
Alberta and at home in Lacombe he travels near and far to share this
gift of life. Harpdog plays the harmonica with honest mastery. He makes
it speak and sing.
Vocally, Harpdog Brown is gifted, as one of the
true blues characters this country is proud to call their own. With The
Muddy award and a Juno Nominees under his belt, four current CDs
available, he is truly a lifer in this world of traveling gypsies.
“They play the blues naturally and without gimmicks or pretension, and when you combine that with their talent, it places them at the top of their trade…You won’t find a better blues band in Canada"
Just Added! Friday April 15, Harpdog will be joined for an opening set by blues piano great, Graham Guest
for a CD Release Celebration. Graham was a nominee at this past year's Maple Blues Awards as one of Canada's best piano players.
Tickets on Sale now at Books and Company (3rd ave in Prince George)
$25 Non Members
$20 Blues Underground Members
Click here to see: Harpdog Brown and Graham Guest playing on April 6, 2011 in Duncan BC. Remember, the first set on Friday April 15th will be the CD release Celebration for this great duo!, the rest of the night, plus Saturday April 16th will be the full Harpdog Brown and the Bloodhounds band.
Oh Little Sarah - Harpdog Brown.
November 19 & 20, 2010
The Twisters
Tickets on sale now at Books and Company and at The Legion Bar
$20 Members
$25 Non Members
The Twisters - Canada's premier jump/blues band have been signed to the prestigious NorthernBlues label with their new release- Coming Out Swinging.
Featuring the lead vocals, harmonies, and song writing of both harmonica player David Hoerl and guitarist Brandon Isaak, and backed superbly by the top-notch rhythm section of Chip Hart on drums and Keith Picot on upright bass
Buy the CD and get to their live shows at a venue near you. See what all the buzz is about! http://www.twisters.ca/
The Blues Underground will be proving people a SAFE FREE SHUTTLE RIDE HOME from The Twisters dances.
**Within Prince George City Limits**
These Shuttles will run from 10:30pm to 1:30am
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: They're starting to go fast, go grab yours now before you miss out on this great night!
$30 Non Members
$25 Members
On Sale now at Books & Company:
1685 3rd avenue
Prince George
250-563-6637
After getting your tickets, be sure to send in an e-mail to the address on the ticket to reserve seats for you and your group no matter how big or small.
February 20, 2010
David Gogo " Unplugged"
An "Unplugged" evening with one of Canada's Blues Guitar Greats.
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
October 23, 2010
Ross Neilsen & The Sufferin’ Bastards
Join the Blues Underground for as we present Ross Neilsen & The Sufferin’ Bastards for a One Night Special.
Tickets on sale now at Books and Company and at The Legion Bar
Members $20.00
Non-members $25.00
Please be sure to reserve seats for your group, no matter how big or small using the e-mail address on the tickets
Russell Jackson will be coming to Prince George to do
a dance for Blues Underground on Saturday, January 14th. (One night only!)
At the age of 25 this bass virtuoso had gained such a reputation that in 1979 he was invited to play with the great B.B. King Orchestra where he stayed for the next 7 years and played in some of the most prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall, The Grand Ole Opry and the Smithsonian Institute
In 1986 Russell was admitted to the prestigious Dick Grove School of Music in Los Angeles where he studied both the acoustic and electric bass under the world renowned tutor Joel DiBartlo. In 1987, Russell was part of the highly acclaimed rhythm section known as Silent Partners and wrote the title track on the critically acclaimed debut album ' If It's All Night, It's All Right' on the Antones label in 1989.
Russell toured and recorded with such blues greats as Charlie Musselwhite, Katie Webster, Matt Murphy, Kenny Neal, Luckey Peterson, Roy Gaines as well as headlining their own dates. After leaving Silent Partners in 1990, Russell relocated to Vancouver,B.C. where he formed The Russell Jackson Band.
In 1991 the group recorded The Alley Man CD on the StoneBluz Label. In 1996, the music video Show Me The Door was released on the Bravo! Network in the U.S and Canada and is still being shown today.
Tickets on sale at Books & Company on November 26 just in time to make a great stocking stuffer for Christmas!
Tickets will be:
$25 Non Members
$20 For members
Lifetime Blues Underground Memberships are availible at Books and Company too, $20.00 each, they're good for a $5.00 savings off every show.
