Lisa Mann - Nov '09

Written by Administrator Thursday, 29 October 2009 06:26

Hey this is Lisa Mann everyone, just want to let y’all know about a very important benefit I’ve been blessed to be a part of. It’ll be at Duffy’s Hangar at 2275 McGilchrist St SE in Salem on Sunday Nov 8. The Sunday jammers have been gracious enough to allow us to take over for the day to raise money for the family of my friend Ashley Willoughby. I connected with her through a songwriting project from the Children’s Cancer Association.
Ashley is a young singer-songwriter and actress from Salem. She just turned 18 and has been fighting Ewing’s Sarcoma, a childhood bone/muscle cancer. Her chances for survival are good, but she is still undergoing powerful chemotherapy as well as many other expensive medical treatments. Under the weight of these expenses, her family has fallen two months behind on their mortgage payment. If they get THREE months behind, the bank will go into foreclosure proceedings. This benefit will raise money to fight off foreclosure for as long as possible, and hopefully to get the family current. There are four kids altogether under this roof, it would be a shame to see them lose their home to medical bills.
It’s an all-star line-up, including Ty Curtis, Orvil Ivie and Garry Mezeire, the NW Women’s Music Revue with Sonny Hess, Ellen Whyte, Rae Gordon, Rod Steward and yours truly, MahutmaGumbo, Captain Banks, Cher and the B-Siders and guest jammers to boot. Only $10 at the door, plus raffle tickets will be on sale as well as a silent auction. Again, this is on Sunday, Nov 8 at Duffy’s Hangar at 2275 McGilchrist St SE in Salem, from 3-10pm. Spread the word!!
Lisa Mann
www.lisamannmusic.com
www.sonicbids.com/LisaMann

Franco and The Stingers - Nov '09

Written by Administrator Thursday, 29 October 2009 06:26

Hey Everybody,
Nice to see you again. Hope you’ve had a great summer cause, Baby, IT’S GONE! Time to get ready for the Wintertime Blues.
I’d like to thank you all for your support, and our Muddy nomination for “Best Traditional Act”. Hope to see you at the Muddy Awards banquet on Nov. 5th. Should be lotsa fun.
As of this writing, we’ve started recording a new CD, and hope to have it ready for you early in 2010. More details on the CD release as they become available. We’ve also got a new website under construction. We’ll let you know as soon as it’s up and running.
Get out and SUPPORT LIVE BLUES MUSIC!!!  And oh yeah...don’t forget to “Catch a Blues Buzz!!!”
Franco Paletta Franco and The Stingers
myspace.com/francoandthestingers

The Sinners Club - Nov '09

Written by Administrator Thursday, 29 October 2009 06:25

As the holiday season approaches, we are reminded that we have much to give thanks for—family, friends and the joy that music brings to all.
The Sinners Club is playing just a few select shows this month to give band members time to relax, reflect and plan for the new year ahead. Highlights include a weekend residency at Scotte’s Imbibery in McMinnville on Friday and Saturday nights the 6th & 7th, plus another road trip to the beautiful Oregon coast on Friday the 20th for a special showcase at Roadhouse 101 in Lincoln City. The night will be dedicated to the memory of slide guitar master Duane Allman, who would have been celebrating his 63rd birthday if not for the tragic motorcycle accident that ended his brief but amazing career in 1971. Be sure to check out Sinners Club guitarist Brian Jones’ amazing lead work on their rendition of the Allman Brothers classic “One Way Out” for a taste of the real deal.
The group also welcomes its newest member, drummer Gene Wood, a 30 year veteran of the local music scene, who brings his tasteful vocal talent and good looks to the stage. Wood and band frontman Dan Golden already work together in the rhythm section of their “side project” The Rolling Tones, the area’s premier tribute band, playing the festival, casino and special events circuit. The addition of a fourth vocalist means a greater variety of songs plus some of the creamiest harmonies that you’ve ever heard! For a sneak preview of things to come, catch them as they break in some of the new numbers at the famous Thursday night open jam session at Mojo’s in Vancouver, hosted by The Sinners Club. For more updates, call The Sinners Club Hotline: (503)649-6366 or visit their website www.myspace.com/jointhesinnersclub.

Bob Shoemaker - Nov '09

Written by Administrator Thursday, 29 October 2009 06:25

I recently had the honor of being included in the Sultans of Slide show at Duff’s Garage. Thanks to Franck Goldwasser, who came up with the idea of pairing some of the excellent slide players we have in our town. It was my first opportunity to play a show with Jim Mesi, as well as Franck and Monti Amundson. Ben Bonham did a wonderful job opening with acoustic Delta Blues. Thanks to Duff’s for hosting and to the A&E for Pick of the Week. We had a packed house and tore it up!
As a result, Franck and I have decided to start working together. I’m thrilled to perform with a musician of his caliber and experience—two slide guitars that know their way around the Blues.
I am also working with Jolie Clausen on drums and David Shoemaker on bass.
We’re putting together a new CD at Studio 212 in Damascus, where I recorded “Howlin’ Waters” in 2006. This time, I’m wanting to include a few originals—incorporating some rock and roll, as well as traditional Blues.
You can find me every Monday night at Rock Creek Tavern from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., playing electric Delta Blues. Lots of folks are coming out and we’re having a good time. We’d love to see you. www.myspace.com/bobshoemaker