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Woodystock Blues & Brews Festival at Lake Havasu State Park

It’s been three weeks since this year’s publication Woodystock Blues & Brews Festivalfrom 25 March Lake Havasu State Park in Lake Havasu, Arizona bug art studioThe line-up is full of blues and there are plenty of beers on the market.

Jay Gordon & Bruce Venom

Festival favorites fiery guitarists Jay Gordon & Bruce Venom. Backed by Gretsch, he draws enough energy from that “big red guitar” to power most third world countries.

But seriously, Jay opened for the likes of Albert Collins and Johnny Winter, playing at Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival. Add to that his Grammy nomination, and his pedigree is in place.

Jay Gordon

Kayla von der Heide

Kayla Von der Heide is a singer-songwriter, photographer, and entrepreneur originally from the Mojave Desert in Southern California and now living in Bisbee, Arizona. Kayla appeared on NBC’s “The Voice” television show (on Team Gwen) last year, where she advanced to one of the semi-final rounds.The title of her latest album is a place that feels like homeKayla Makes Woodystock Debut!

Kayla von der Heide

john geiger band

Domestic publication music connection John Geiger’s songs are well written, with catchy lyrics and good melodies…”Feeling Good” is a slow moody down and dirty blues tune that ties the music to (Geiger’s) vocals, You gave your audience something. Sink your teeth. Geiger closed with a well-performed version of Bill Wither’s “Ain’t No Sunshine.” The song was well-deservedly met with warm applause, with passers-by poking their heads to see who was playing it. It’s worth it and it’s comfortable. John Geiger is versatile enough to catch the ear of many blues (and jazz) listeners. “

john geiger band

Jimmy Carpenter

Jimmy Carpenter The saxophonist, singer-songwriter and arranger began his musical journey over 35 years ago. In the 80s he toured the East Coast with the Renegade Blues Band, arcaphonicsin a blues rock band in the 90s believers, where he learned about the music business.Over the years, Jimmy has toured internationally Tinsley Ellis, Jimmy Thackery, Walter Wolfman Washington, Eric Lindell, others. 2012 Joined Jimmy Mike Zitohis longtime friend and musical companion, who has recorded and toured as a member of Mike Zito and WheelIn addition to touring nationally and internationally, Jimmy has written, arranged and recorded horns for many artists and has earned a reputation as a master blues, rock and roll and R&B saxophonist. Jimmy has also released three of his solo albums. struggle in ambiguity(2008); walk away (Biztone 2014), and jimmy carpenter plays the blues (Biztone 2017). After spending many years in New Orleans, he now lives in Las Vegas with his partner in crime and musical inspiration, Ms. Carrie Stowers. While leading his own band and performing with many members, Music Director of Big Blues Benderand the leader bender brass, Bender’s house band.he is the current Las Vegas Blues Societyand was nominated in 2020 blues music awardshis fifth Best Instrumentalist/Horn.

Jimmy Carpenter. 📷: Eric Kavic

Kenny Williams & The Stomp Down Riders

Stomp Down Riders is Kenny “Big Daddy” Williams. In the 80s Sunset He was a guitarist/songwriter who played in the strip and has shared the stage with luminaries such as B.B. King, Tub He Benoit, Anson Fanderberg, Bobby Rush, Rick He Hendrix . Nearly 50 years of stage and recording. He also has a blues show called “Laguna Blues” every Friday on KXFM. Additionally, he has owned his Kenny’s Music (music store) in Dana Point, CA for nearly 30 years. His Stage His performances are electric, influenced and mentored by such greats as Max Bennett, Guitar Shorty, Roberto Torres (classical), Will Ray (Hellacasters) and Tommy Harken Ryder (2000lb Blues). I have received

The Stomp Down Riders are Roger Beale (New Blues Revolution), Jimi Seville (Drifters), John Devin on bass, Matt Mitchell on vocals, and Bill Stewart on harp (Stewart Surfboards).

Every show is guaranteed to get you out of your seat and boogie!

Kenny Williams & The Stomp Down Riders

up to the sun

Formed in 2017, alternative blues/rock group Until the Sun have made a name for themselves with their energetic live shows and solid recordings. night in the rhythm roomTheir music includes, and often blends, elements of blues, alternative rock, Pink Floyd-esque psychedelia, and jazz.

The Phoenix-based quartet (Brandon Tesky (guitar), Alyssa Swartz (vocals), Jay Zarecki (bass), and Chris Tex (drums)) has performed at world-famous venues while interpreting many famous blues and It came out before rock artists. Until The Sun released their first album, Black heartcontinued in 2019 and continued in 2021 bruning in blueIn 2022, Until the Sun will release a live album consisting mostly of new songs. A night in the rhythm roomwas recorded at Phoenix’s famous Rhythm Room. As the band members continue to grow musically and professionally, they have put their heart and soul into it, striving for unprecedented levels of musicianship, songwriting, tone and performance.

up to the sun

cat bone

Catbone was founded in the San Francisco Bay Area several years ago by AJ Rocans. The band has experienced personnel and geographic changes over time. The only constant is AJ’s leadership and dedication to playing great blues music.

Recently, Catbone have diversified their repertoire to include some great rockabilly classics. Their style is best described as blues-a-billy. Catbone’s music has been described as edgy blues. Their music choices range from classic American Chess Records to Sun Records. Chitown meets Memphis with a bit of a British invasion mixed in. Catbone is Bruce A Billy!

They can drive hard, swing, jump, and slow heartbreak. They play a mix of originals and covers from all the great blues and other artists.

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