Good Blues Update
Last Update: Sat September 6, 2008 at 12:11AM


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~ Shows by date ~

*Taryn Donath Boogie Woogie Baby!
-9/6, and 9/27, Iva Lee's - San Clemente 7:00 - 10:30 pm.
-9/7, 9/14, and 9/21, The Flying Bridge - Oceanside. 11:30 am - 2:30 pm.
www.myspace.com/taryndonath

*Charles Burton Blues Band
-9/6, Tio Leo's - 5302 Napa St. (at Morena Blvd) (619) 542-1462. www.tioleos.com

*Nathan James & Ben Hernandez See them Now!
-9/6, Miramonte Winery - 33410 Rancho California Rd. Temecula. (951) 506-5500, 5:30.
-9/7, Patrick's II - 428 F Street, San Diego. (619) 233-3077. from 9 pm - 1 am. www.patricksii.com
-9/8, Humphrey's Lounge - 2241 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego. 7:30 - 10:30 pm. www.humphreysbythebay.com
-9/11, Beachfire Grill - 204 Avenida Del Mar, Suite D, San Clemente. 8:30 - 11:30 pm.
-9/12, Monteleone's Rock - 1331 Vendels Cir. (Behind Firestone Brewery) Paso Robles, CA. from 8:00 pm. $3.00 cover. www.nateandben.com

*John Lee Hooker Jr.
-9/6, Humphrey's Lounge - 2241 Shelter Island Drive San Diego. www.humphreysbythebay.com

Alan Iglesias & Crossfire - A Loving Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan
-9/6, Cozy's Bar and Grill - 14058 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA. (818) 986-6000.
-10/4, Arcadia Blues Club - 16 E. Huntington Ave. Arcadia, CA. (626) 447-9349. www.alaniglesias-and-crossfire.com

*Blue Largo
www.bluelargoblues.com

Missy Andersen Blues, Soul, and more!
-9/7, Arterra Lounge at the Marriott - 11966 El Camino Real, Del Mar, 1:00 pm.
-9/16, Patrick's II, 428 F Street, San Diego. 9:00 pm. www.patricksii.com and www.missyandersen.com or www.myspace.com/missyandersenlive

Burnsville Band
-9/7, Second Wind - 8515 Navajo Rd. El Cajon. 7:30 - 11:30 pm. With two great bands! Fat Man's Misery at 7:30, and Burnsville at 9:30. $5.00 cover. www.burnsvilleband.com

Ocean Beach Jazz Fest
-9/7, In the O.B. Pier Parking lot from 12:00 - 7:00 pm. www.objazz.org

*Nena Anderson
www.nenaanderson.com

*Delta Heat featuring Ken Schoppmeyer
-September 8, Patrick's II - 428 "F" St. San Diego from 8 pm - 12:30 am. www.myspace.com/deltaheat

*Lady Dottie and The Diamonds Down Home Blues!
-9/8, Club U-31 - 3112 University Ave. Every Monday night New Location!
-Every Wednesday at Henry's Pub - 618 "5th" Ave. www.henryspub.com
-Thursdays at The Harp Irish Pub - 4935 Newport Ave. in Ocean Beach.
Livin' it Up! CD is available at www.ladydottieandthediamonds.com

*145th Street Where The Blues Live
www.145street.com

*The Blue Four This is it!
-9/9, Patrick's II - 428 "F" St. downtown San Diego's Home of the Blues! 9 pm-1:00 am. Be sure to get a copy of their brand new kick ass CD called Stop and Think About it! www.thebluefour.com

*Candye Kane Catch her when you can
www.candyekane.com for latest tour info and CD purchase!

*Chet and The Committee Swingin' the blues for you!
-9/9, The Harp Irish Pub - 4935 Newport, Ocean Beach. Pro Style Jam! Every Tuesday featuring Big Al, Smiling Stan, Brother Joe, and Chet with some other talented friends. Good Food, No Cover, Dance Floor, Cocktails! P.A., Bass Amp, and Drums Provided. . . Bring everything else you need to play the blues! 7:00-11:00 pm.
-9/11, Open Jam Downtown Cafe - 182 E. Main, El Cajon. All Ages, No Cover, Food, Drink, Dancing Allowed. With Tony, Fred, Mike Minor, and Chet! Bring gear have fun here! A Certified Patio Party from 6:00-9:30 pm.
-9/15, Humphrey's Lounge - 2241 Shelter Island Dr. Blue Monday Pro Jam/Blues Party. Dancing, No Cover, Friendly Service, Good Food, Cocktails. You're the Star! 7 -11 pm. Get our CD at www.cdbaby.com/cd/chetcannonatc or from Chet. Stop by for a visit www.chetcannonblues.com be our friend www.myspace.com/ChetandTheCommittee *We may be available for your House Party, Club, Festival, Fair, or other Special Event. BluShouter@aol.com Nominated Best Blues Band 2008 by San Diego Music Awards. . .

*Michele Lundeen The Queen of Steam!
www.michelelundeen.com

Delta Blues Dogs acoustic duo
-9/10, and 9/17, Chateau Orleans - 926 Turquoise St. Pacific Beach. (858) 488.6744 Great Cajun Food! 6:30 - 10 pm. www.chateauorleans.com or www.deltabluesdogs.com

*Jeff Moore & Witchdoctors
-9/10, The Kraken in Cardiff by The Sea 9:00 pm - closing.

*Bayou Brothers Get your Zydeco On!
www.bayoubrothers.net

April Spain & Friends
-Thursday - Saturday, Cedar Creek Inn - 384 Forest Ave. Laguna Beach, No Cover 6:30 - 10:30 pm. (760) 208-9388, aprilspain@msn.com

*Lenny "Fuzzy" Rankins
-Every Thursday Jack's La Jolla, down in the Wine Bar, 9-11:30 pm.
-Every Friday Marriott Del Mar (Arterra) on patio, Happy Hour, 5-9 pm.
-Every Saturday Jack's La Jolla, down in the Wine Bar, 9-11:30 pm.
Available for your event. mooncook@cox.net or www.lennyrankins.com (619) 917-5227.

*Billy Watson and The International Silver String Submarine Band
www.billywatson.com

*Johnny Mastro and Mama's Boys
-Most Thursdays at Babe's & Ricky's 4339 Leimert Blvd. L.A's Oldest Blues Club. . . from 9:00 pm. www.bluesbar.com or (323) 295-9112.
-Most Sundays at Blue Cafe - The Promenade in downtown Long Beach, 1:00-7:00 pm. www.thebluecafe.com or www.myspace.com/johnnymastroandmamasboys

*Sue Palmer Oh Yeah!
www.suepalmer.com

*Robin Henkel Band blues, jazz and more. . .
-Every Friday, Chateau Orleans - 926 Turquoise, P.B. Solo, New Orleans style dining. (858) 488-6744, from 6:30-9:30 pm. Awesome Possum CD is available at www.cdbaby/com/cd/henkel4 also visit www.robinhenkel.com

*West of Memphis
-9/12, House Of Blues - 1055 5th Ave. San Diego. 9:00 pm - closing. Get a copy of the Music Award nominated CD Honey Pie! www.westofmemphis.com or www.myspace.com/sdbluesband

Jack City Blues Band
-9/12, Tyler's Taste of Texas - 576 2nd St. El Cajon. All You Can Eat Catfish and Blues every Friday from 7-11 pm. (619) 444-9295 or www.tylerstasteoftexas.com

*The Fremonts with Mighty Joe Milsap
www.thefremonts.com

A 5th of Blues
-9/14, Patrick's II - downtown San Diego 8 pm-12:30 am. www.patricksii.com or www.a5thofblues.com

The Road Dogs
-9/15, Patrick's II - 428 F St. San Diego, 8:00 pm -12:30 am. Dave, Terry, and Fred may be available to rock your event. Contact davek@davekdrums.com call (858) 775-0022. www.roaddogs.us or www.myspace.com/roaddogsblues

The Blues Wailers Yardbirds tribute with Harmonica John.
-9/27, and 10/11, Ocean House - 300 Carlsbad Village Drive in Carlsbad. www.oceanhousecarlsbad.com for more info visit www.blueswailers.com

*Mississippi Mudsharks Gonna Rock You Up!
www.doublebarrelrecords.com for news on Shows and upcoming tour


~ Shows To Watch For ~

*Johnny Winter Guitar Slinger in your town
-September 30, at Belly Up Solana Beach. www.bellyup.com

*Tommy Castro Band with Magic Dick, Kenny Neal, and Deanna Bogart
-10/4, Belly Up Tavern in Solana Beach. (858) 481-8140 or www.bellyup.com


~ Stolen Gear Alert ~

Please be on the look out for these two bass guitars stolen from my friend Dave's home. One is a 1952 Fender Precision he has owned since the early 1970's. The other one is a Ken Lawrence Associate 5 string. Reward if your information leads to instruments return! Call Dave (760) 739-5935 with tips, or davetalbott@actioncoach.com to request pix.


~ Looking For Work ~

Alto Sax Player Chuck "da killa" Arcilla Now accepting Pro Paid Gigs! Call (619) 916-6147.

Bass player seeking quality blues gigs. e-mail Charmaine Tam ctbass@gmail.com

Drummer available for paid gigs Mr. Ric Lee: bayoubrothers@cox.net or (619) 691-1609.

Experienced Harp player Steve Escamilla looking for work with a blues band. One night stands and/or Emergencies OK. call (760) 310-0822.

Pro Tenor Sax Player available for paid gigs: Contact Dana "Kid Tater" Garret: kid_tater@yahoo.com

Drummer Available for Pro Weekend Gigs. e-mail Greg "Stickman" Hennig here: gkzoid@aol.com

Greg Willis Seasoned Pro blues electric bass player wants Sub work. (619) 295-8035.

Blues Drummer wants work Contact Guy: (619) 865-6547, gcar54@cox.net

Top Notch Drummer seeks quality paid gigs only: Brian 'Nucci' Cantrell (619) 606-1649.

Bass Player Dave Hayden now accepting Pro Gigs: bassmann2000@yahoo.com check www.youtube.com/user/topcat2069

Do you know someone hosting a House Party, Street Fair, Blues Festival, or a Club looking for a swingin blues band? have them contact Chet for a Committee press kit. BluShouter@aol.com

Blues Drummer available for paid gigs contact Bobby 'Whiteshoes' Bowley
e-mail: shuzdblanc@yahoo.com

Harmonica Player Available. Pros only, please. Can play drums at same time if needed. John Frazer (619) 263-6826 or harmonicajohns@cox.net


~ Music Instruction ~

*Joe Norwood is now offering private beginning to advanced guitar lessons! Contact: joen@cox.net for details.

*Dave "K" Konstantin Drum instruction in Blues and rock. Beginner to intermediate, Kids Welcome, Free Evaluation, Private Lessons in home studio, Reasonable rates! e-mail: davek@davekdrums.com visit www.davekdrums.com or call (858) 775-0022.


~ Blues Festivals West ~

*September 27-28th
36th annual San Francisco Blues Festival in Great Meadow at Fort Mason 11 am-6 pm. Mannish Boys, Honeyboy Edwards, Johnny Winter, Rick Estrin and The Nightcats, Hot Tuna, Buckwheat Zydeco, Michael Burks, Elmore James Jr., Curtis Salgado, and. . . Yeah boy what a time! "The Longest Ongoing Blues Festival in the world!" www.SFBlues.com or call (415) 979-5588 for tickets.

*Legendary Rhythm and Blues West Coast Cruise 2008
-10/5 - 10/11, Sail the MS Ryndam from San Diego to Points South. . . with music by Etta James, Dr. John, Tommy Castro Band, Koko Taylor, Magic Slim and More! Limited Cabins Still Available. for details see www.bluescruise.com/pacific08.html


~ Band Auditions ~

Pro Blues Guitarist needed to complete 5 piece. mature, experienced, and a quick study. For more info call Bob @ (619) 465-0413.

Blackthorne - Murray needs a Rockin' Blues Bassist! We're not kids but serious players with a studio and pro equipment. Rehearse weekly in La Mesa. gigs ready when we are... know what jamming means?!? Interested? e-mail robb_bower@yahoo.com for more info.

Lady Star is looking for a Blues Bass Player with Soul: Call (619) 434-1202, (619) 571-4212 or e-mail star.jackson@navy.mil

Lloyd Barre needs a vocalist and bass player for his latest project. please e-mail l_barre@yahoo.com call (619) 379-5735 or visit www.freewebs.com/lmbarre


~ Weekly Shows ~

Archie Thompson & The Archtones Every Sunday at Croce's - 802 Fifth Ave. San Diego. 8:00 - 12:00 pm. www.archiethompson.com or www.croces.com Check them Cats out!

Delta Blues Dogs acoustic duo - Every Sunday at Chateau Orleans - 926 Turquoise St. in Pacific Beach. Brunch Show from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm.

The Band Willovealot Every Sunday at Tina's Nightclub - 1956 "54th" St. San Diego with your host Willie Lee Brown. e-mail wlbstringsman@yahoo.com for details.

Johnny Mastro and Mama's Boys Most Sundays 1-7 pm at Blue Cafe in Long Beach! www.thebluecafe.com or www.themamasboys.com

Big Harmonica Bob & The Outsiders Sundays Blue Cafe - on The Promenade Long Beach. in the Blue Room 7 - 10 pm. www.bluecafe.com and www.bigharmonicabob.org

Bubba and the Big Bad Blues Sundays at The Off Campus Pub - 2736 Nutwood Ave. in Fullerton, CA (714) 879-9094, 5:00 pm. no cover, food and drink.

Mondays Tango Dance Lessons 6-8p.m. Tio Leo's Lounge. 5302 Napa. (619) 542-0562. www.tioleos.com

Tuesday Zydeco Party 6:30 p.m. Tio Leo's 5302 Napa St. (619) 542-0562.

April Spain & Friends Wed. - Fri. Cedar Creek Inn - 384 Forest Ave. Laguna Beach (949) 497-8696 from 6:30-10:30 pm. aprilspain@msn.com

Nena Anderson at Arterra (Del Mar Marriott) - 11966 El Camino Real, San Diego. Jazz Standards with Andy Robillard Trio - Wednesday and Friday night. She is Awesome!

Tomcat Courtney Thursdays at Chateau Orleans Restaurant 926 Turquoise Street, Pacific Beach. (858) 488-6744. (all ages) from 7:00 - 10:00 pm.

Swingin' Rockabilly style Thursdays at Tio Leo's Napa & Morena 8 pm. (619) 542-0562.

Stan Ruffo Thursdays at Orange Blossom Junction, Exeter, CA from 7-10 pm. www.ruffo.com

Catch The Mama's Boys Most Thursdays at Babe's & Ricky's 9-12 pm. www.bluesbar.com

The Barry Baughn Blues Band with friends Friday and Saturday Nights at Shanghai Reds - 255 S. Indian Canyon Dr. in Palm Springs at the Fisherman's Market Building 8-11 pm.

Steamin' Stan Ruffo Fridays at Giannola's Steakhouse, Hanford, CA 7-11 pm. www.ruffo.com


~ Check it Out ~

*List Your Gigs in Southland Blues Magazine Free! Submit schedule by 20th of month to: info@southlandblues.com or Call (562) 498-6942 today for current Advertising Rates! Visit www.southlandblues.com

Going to Palm Springs? Stop by and say hi to our old pal Barry (from the Fat Katz Jam) The Barry Baughn Blues Band now laying it down Every Friday and Saturday Night at Shanghai Reds - 255 S. Indian Canyon Dr. in the Fisherman's Market Building 8-11 pm.

*101 Ways Harmonica Players can Sound Better by Dane Mr. Chromatonic Terry www.chromatonic.blogspot.com/2008/04/101-ways-to-sound-better.html

*Click this link for some cool photos from Spring Harp Fest 2008 by Joan Hunt. www.flickr.com/photos/laughingrhino/sets/72157604231582822/show/

*Double Barrel Records/Grease Punk Studio South Lakeside, CA is accepting projects. Operated by Scott Blinn: Mississippi Mudsharks and Zombo's Punk Rods. Specializing in Roots, Blues, Surf, Country and Rock. On a strict budget? Rates are only $30.00 an hr. Or a fixed price option may be negotiated. Recording, mixing, mastering and artwork can all be done "in house", saving more time/money than if done separate. From demos, to full CD projects, and/or live shows whatever you need. Distribution deals also available through DBR. For a list of studio equipment, producing credits, bands recorded, other services visit www.doublebarrelrecords.com You will get more than your money's worth! contact: Scott Blinn (619) 443-3051 or dagomaddog@sbcglobal.net

*DIZZY'S where the music matters most. . . New location @ San Diego Wine & Culinary Center in Harbor Club Towers ground floor - 2nd & J St. downtown. all ages. www.dizzyssandiego.com

*Free Business Tips and more for Musicians: www.blamepro.com/mwn/tips/index.htm

Planning a trip to Phoenix AZ? be sure to check The Rhythm Room schedule for some live blues action - 1019 Indian School Rd. (602) 265-4842 and/or www.rhythmroom.com

*"99 Ways To Play Better (and Sound Better) Right Now" Guitar Player Magazine takes hot tips from some of your favorite guitar heroes: take a peek over here. www.guitarplayer.com/story.asp?storyCode=13924

*Mike Dollins now hosts a guitar oasis for Blues Guitar Friends from around the world! www.BluesGuitarNews.com or www.myspace.com/bluesguitarnews

*Patrick's II Presents live blues, roots, rock and swing every night!
www.patricksii.com

*Acoustic Music San Diego!
Don't Miss Out! All these shows are held in The Chapel at 4650 Mansfield St. San Diego, CA 92116. Sign Up today subscribe@yahoogroups.com Get tickets now www.AcousticMusicSanDiego.com (619) 303-8176, and/or e-mail careydriscoll@cox.net to Volunteer!

*Do you or someone you know need help tuning that guitar? try this web tuner! www.8notes.com/guitar_tuner/default.asp?sstring=e1

*King Biscuit Revue's CD Jumpin' At Midnight! featuring Ken Schoppmeyer and his crew is Very Cool! Get your copy and start Jumpin' today! www.cdbaby.com/cd/kbr or jan@kingbiscuitrevue.com or www.kingbiscuitrevue.com

*Video of Your Band on DVD, Steady Hand With Good Quality Super Reasonable!
Contact Mark of the Blues @ sdgalaxieman@prodigy.net MOB Productions.

*ROC for Fire Relief
-Firefighter Appreciation Fire Survivor Celebration Concert! Are you a possible Vendor or Sponsor? Please e-mail beatit@cox.net for details and watch: www.myspace.com/ROCforFireRelief

*Custom Amp Covers still available from Tommy Young. Order today! www.tommymartinyoung.com


~ Blues Jams ~

*Sunday with The Blues Brokers 4:00-9:00 pm at The Kraken - 2531 S. Coast Highway, in Cardiff. (760) 436-6483. *call (858) 481-6580 to sign up in advance.

*Toni Dodd & Southbound Blues hosting Sundays at The Londoner in Canyon Country. 18511 Soledad Canyon Road. Come on down and bring yo axe to join in on the fun. Everyone's welcome. Call First (661) 252-2597. No Cover www.tonidodd.com tonidoddnsbb@1stnetusa.com

*9/15, Humphrey's Blue Monday Pro Jam and Blues Party with The Committee - 2241 Shelter Island Dr. Dancing, No Cover, Good Food, Friendly Service, Cocktails, and Fun! from 7:00 - 11:00 pm. www.humphreysbythebay.com

*Mondays Sonny Derin and Mystery Train's Blues Jam at O'Connell's, 1035 Morena Blvd., 7-12:30. www.mysterytrainlive.com

*Pro Jam Monday with John Marx and The Blues Patrol at Cozy's 14058 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks, CA (818) 986-6000. www.cozys.com

*Monday Jam with The Rocket 88's The Rhythm Room - 1019 E. Indian School Rd. Phoenix, AZ (602) 265-4842. www.rocket88s.jerrynelson.net and/or visit www.rhythmroom.com

*Tuesday Pro Blues Jam with The Committee at The Harp Irish Pub and Restaurant - 4935 Newport, Ocean Beach, CA. Drums, Bass Amp and PA are Provided. No Cover, Dance Floor, Food and Cocktails Served, Fun! Bring Gear and them Skills to Party with us from 7:00 -11:00 pm. Tuesdays through the Summer...

*Tuesday Night Blues/Open Mic Jam Hosted by Sonia & The Situation
The Office - 2412 N. Broadway Los Angeles, CA (323) 221-5897. 8 pm-12 am. www.soniaandthesituation.com

*Wednesday Jam with Johnny Main and The All-Stars at Biacchi's 775 N. Central Ave., Upland, CA (909) 946-0990. Food and Drink Served.

*Thursday Jam with The Committee Downtown Cafe 182 E. Main, El Cajon 6-9:30 pm. Sign-up starts 5:30. No Cover, Double your fun and bring a friend! All Ages, All Levels, Food and Cocktails Served. . . Show Up, Sign Up and Play! BluShouter@aol.com

Thursday Blues Jam with Sonia and The Situation at Le Blanc Bar and Grill - 2834 N. Broadway Los Angeles. (323) 222-5705 from 8 pm - 12 am. two for one Margaritas!!

*Third Friday of month The "Slo Jam" brings musicians who sing and play acoustic instruments together to create arrangements, and perform. Music is Country/Bluegrass/Folk. members.cox.net/slojam/

*Saturday Jam at South Park Bar & Grill with Will Jackson - 1946 Fern St. San Diego. Open sign up 8:30 pm. Jam starts 9:00 pm. Contact Will at (619) 446-6839 or wjackson6@cox.net

*Saturday Jam with Sonia and The Situation at Wild Coyote Steakhouse - 116 E. Beverly Blvd. in Montebello (323) 722-3030. from 3-7 pm. www.soniaandthesituation.com


~ Blues Radio & Internet Broadcasts ~

Cool Blues with T KSDS 88.3: Every Shade of Blue: Saturday 9 pm - 2 am. www.jazz88online.org

House Of Blues Hour with Dan Akroyd on KPRI 102.1 FM Sundays 7:00 pm. www.kprifm.com

Blues With Russell: 7 - 9 pm Thursdays www.blueswithrussell.com

Late Sunday or Early Monday Blues with "T" KSDS 88.3 FM www.jazz88online.org

Have you tried Pandora yet? Set up personal "Stations" based on favorite songs or artists and it turns your computer into a digital jukebox. It's Very Cool! www.Pandora.com

In the mood for a little bit of Reggae? Tune in Sundays from 8-10 pm for Reggae Makossa with Makeda Dread on www.OneWorldReggae.com PST Streaming Worldwide. for more info e-mail events@worldbeatcenter.org


*Dates subject to change, Please always confirm with band or venue first.



Know of a show you think should be listed, or see something posted that you know isn't correct?!? Please send me the details! BluShouter@aol.com