Cee Cee James - Sep 09

Written by Administrator Tuesday, 01 September 2009 06:09

Well July was certainly one heck of a month juggling more gigs than we’ve had in a month all year, along with new sub lead guitarists and drummers, which as you all know results in extra rehearsals and preparation.  It basically boils down to the truth of “it’s a lot of work ta sing the blues!”  Someday I’m just gonna show up and everything is gonna be already done.  Hummm... can it be possible?  Can dreams come true!?!  Ha!!!
At any rate, the GREAT news in July is that we took 2nd place in the first round of the WA Blues Society J2M Finals which happened on July 26th.  Thank you WBS Judges!  By the time this newsletter comes out, we will already know if we are headed to Memphis or kicked to the curb by one of the other great bands in the finals which include The Randy Oxford Band, Mary McPage Band and The Dennis Chester Jones Band.  In my humble opinion, we all should go!  I mean I really don’t know how the judges make any kind of sane decision in the process.  It must be completely maddening!
September brings us two great festivals that we are honored to play in.. The Rendezvous Blues Festival in Oroville, WA and Sunbanks near Electric City, WA as well as some other great gigs.
It’s a true joy to be able to go out and give of my soul in my performance and singing, so a big thanks to all the fans who come out to enjoy and have fun; and as always to the Cascade Blues Association, The Washington Blues Association and all of the Blues Associations around the country and the world.  Without you, the Blues wouldn’t be alive like it is.
Onward!!!
Cee Cee James

Becki Sue & her Big Rockin’ Daddies! - Sep 09

Written by Administrator Tuesday, 01 September 2009 06:08

We lucky devils, in Becki Sue & her Big Rockin’ Daddies!, were introduced to another beautiful Oregon town last month when we played an evening concert in McMinnville at historic (established in 1858!) Linfield College. A wide expanse of manicured green lawn surrounded by towering oaks, and a crowd of people eating cheese and sipping wine greeted us heartily. I Personally had no idea that McMinnville was so cool. Yes people..we’ll be back! This month we look forward to visiting another Oregon town known for it’s natural and historic beauty when we stop by Astoria on Sat., Sept. 19 to do a quick Blues By The Sea set before heading off to the Roadhouse 101 for the rest of the night. See y’all!
Jeff the drummer
Becki Sue & her Big Rockin’ Daddies!

Richie Bean & the Catillacs - Aug 09

Written by Administrator Tuesday, 21 July 2009 21:21

Hey everybody,

Well, summer rolls along, don’t it? We’ve been really busy, so the usual thanks goes out to all the people supporting live music. I always love to see two things: People returning to see us again & again, and people dancing. So like I always say, go out and support live music! I only made it to the festival one day this year (4 gigs that weekend), but it was great. Woodbrain & Magic Slim, Yeah!  Wish I coulda been there more. 

Yes, the inevitable is about to happen, Leon Holder is joining the Catillacs! Leon and I have been playing together since before Hudson Rocket formed, and this will be our 4th band together. As you know, he’s a great keyboardist and will be a killer addition to Crash, George and myself. We’ve done a couple of gigs under the King Juju name too, you can find those as well as my solo gigs at www.myspace/richiebeansolo.com <http://www.myspace/richiebeansolo.com>   

A special thanks goes out to Lisa Mann and Robert Richter for playing at blues night at Pop Culture on July 15th. Both put on a great show, and the audience really loved it. The next blues night is on August 19th, so watch for it. The Catillacs will once again be at the Clark county fair on Sunday August 16th on the Columbian Family Fun stage at 3:30. If you’re there that day stop by and say hi, we’d love to see you. You can check where else the Catillacs are playin’ in the calendar section, or go to www.thecatillacs.com, www.myspace/thecatillacs.com.

Also, don’t forget to get tickets to Blues By The Sea. Hope we see you out and about.

Richie, Crash, George, & Leon

 

The Troublemakers - Aug 09

Written by Administrator Tuesday, 21 July 2009 21:21

Thanks to all the die-hard CBA fans who helped us kick off the Blues Festival T-Makers’ style—harmonica fueled and swampified! It was also the kick-off for us of a summer full of festival shows throughout the NW, including the CBA picnic.

In September, look for “Troublemakin’ Tuesdays” at the White Eagle. We’re holding court every Tuesday night from 8-11pm, with special guests and Portland’s first WIN THE BAND Contest. Come out on Tuesdays and enter your name in the sweepstakes to win a free performance for your best party ever, or to throw a fund-raiser for your favorite charity. On the last Tuesday in September, we’ll pick the lucky winner. Look for more details on our Web site and keep your ear to the grapevine.