| The
Charles Atkins Blues Band
and
The
Johnnie Marshall Band
@
The Bradfordville
Blues Club
JB's
Z ydeco Zoo started last weekend off with a
sell-out, standing room only crowd that never left the dance
floor. Folks were in a big time partyin' mood (musta been fueled
by the dancin' juice and full moon) and the Zoo energized the
throng with one of the most fired-up throwdowns they've done
at the BBC. They were sho' nuff cookin' on high!
The rafters were
still rattlin' when Reba
Russell blew the doors and roof offa the place
with one of the best BBC performances in memory!! Reba put on
an incredibly stunning performance that this guy's words can't
describe. Reba got ovation after ovation and one of the loudest
BBC ovations I've heard after she nailed Janis's "A Piece
of My Heart". Her long-time band was outstanding, shining
when it needed to and in the pocket when Reba was out front.
We re-booked her for a December date. That is a show that Tallahassee
should not miss.
Its hard to top that
show but we've got some club favorites gracing the corner stage
next weekend.
The
Charles Atkins Blues Band bring its mighty fine down-home
blues to the club on Friday, July 30. Sir Charles
is a real Tallahassee treasure, the heart and soul of the local
blues scene, mentor to hundreds of musicians coast to coast,
always giving his time and talents for benefits, piano player
extraordinaire, singer, songwriter and one of the best folks
you'll ever meet. Charles covers the waterfront with his musical
styles, from straight ahead classic blues, to shuffles, R&B,
rags, gospel and soulful melodies. You never know what is gunna
come outta Charles' f ingers
when he sits down at the keys. And once he takes the stage,
he doesn't stop except to give his younger band mates a rest.
Charles is backed up by the long time rhythm section of Adam
"Rooster" Gaffney on bass and Deb "Sweet Groove"
Berlinger on percussion, with the dynamic and multi-talented
Lois Hinners on guitar and vocals. Be prepared to get down and
funky starting at 9:30. Advance tickets are only $10 available
at http://www.bradfordvilleblues.com Students, members of any
blues organization, and anyone mentioning this email get in
for $10. For all others, day of show tickets are $12. More on
Charles, including music, at: http://www.downhomebluesband.com
Come on out and enjoy some homespun blues and support your home
town heroes!

On
Saturday, July 31, the club's favorite son and another
local guy done good, Johnnie
Marshall & the Johnnie Marshall Blues Band closes
out July with Johnnie's down home partyin' blues, big crowds,
big fun, and lots of shakin' tail feathers. Johnnie moves a
crowd as no other. The dancers and Johnnie feed off each other
creating an energy level that gets stronger as the night goes
on. Providing the rhythm are long time band member smilin' Chris
Thomas on drums and Tallahassee's beloved Jiggs Walker on thunderin'
bass. These guys get their mojo working from the very first
song. The dance floor falls under their spell and by night's
end the whole place is caught up in their potion and boogiein'!
Reservations, through advance ticket purchases, are highly recommended
'cause Johnnie usually sells out. It jus' don't get any more
fun than this. Here is a video of Johnnie at the BBC http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=156\&\67448
Listen to some mp3's at: http://www.rhapsody.com/johnnie-marshall
It all starts at 10:00 and will be simulcast on HANK
FM, 99.9 and at http://www.999hank.fm
Advance tickets are $13. Tickets and reservations are available
at http://www.bradfordvilleblues.com Cover on the day of show
is $15. Students and members of any blues organization get in
for $13 at the door.
Hank will be broadcasting
Saturday night live from the BBC on HANK
FM, 99.9 and will stream the first set live to
blues fans everywhere over the internet at http://www.999hank.fm
We have received many emails from listeners far and wide about
the shows, including folks on "virtual dates". Listen
in if you can't make it out. THANKS, HANK and to Tallahassee
Dodge Chrysler Jeep for sponsoring the show and keepin' the
blues live!

Call the club (850/906-0766)
for reservations to these shows but we suggest you get your
tickets in advance for Johnnie's show on Saturday. Remember
that advance ticket purchasers get table and admission priority.
You get a confirmed reservation with your advance purchase and
you can request your favorite table.

Bring an appetite
and feast on Ms. Ernestine's world famous fried catfish nuggets
and mullet filets She has sausage dogs, too, if'n that suits
ya' better. Ya' might try the sweet potato fries, too. Maybe
some boiled p-nuts. Yum yum! Southern summer treats for your
BBC blues experience.
Beth, Steve and Terry
are keepin' the bonfire burnin' jus' right for a summertime
evening. Not too hot. Just right for chillin' with your main
squeeze or listinin' to Terry's blues from his Blues Room in
between sets.
HEADS
UP For August:
It's hot. It's steamy.
And so is the weather. August will be burnin' up at the BBC:
- Aug. 6:
Albert
Castiglia burns the frets. A cd release party for
his latest, "Keepin' On".
- Aug. 7:
Andrew
"Jr. Boy" Jones : Texas flavored jook joint
blues. The real deal. The really good stuff!! We have some
large parties for this night so GET YOUR TICKETS NOW to make
sure you get in.
- Aug. 13:
Joey
Gilmore: The very best of the Florida bluesmen. The
real deal! The really, really good stuff!
- Aug. 14:
Rick
Lollar: Rick comes home for his first BBC show
with his band in over 2 years! Get your tickets now!!! You
snooze, you loose!
- Aug. 20:
Delta
Moon returns with their new cd! There's gunna be some
howlin' that night.
- Aug 21:
Mac Arnold
& Plate Full O' Blues: Early Muddy Waters'
bass player. Played with John Lee Hooker, James Brown, BB
King and Otis Redding. The very best of old school Chicago
blues. 2010 Blues Music Award Winner. A DON'T MISS! http://www.macarnold.com
- Aug. 27:
Grady
Champion. The 2010 International Blues Challenge
Winner. Straight from the Mississippi Delta.
- Aug. 28:
The
Stacy Mitchhart Band: One of Nashville's
hottest blues and show bands.
RECENTLY
ADDED SHOWS: Here are some recent additions
to our Fall calendar. Look for ticket sales soon:
Check out the BBC's
website at http://www.bradfordvilleblues.com for more information,
links and tickets for these and other upcoming shows. You can
also see newly added pictures of BBC shows at the BBC MySpace
page at http://www.myspace.com/bradfordvilleblues
or at the BBC's FaceBook pages.
Thanks for your great
support this summer! We have the cure for the summertime blues
and y'all have been getting' your weekend dose. We thank you!
Gary, Kim,
Kevin, Walter, Aslan, Beth and Steve, Casey, Terry, Ernest,
Jolly Jim, Ree, Vince, Raymond, Paula, Tommy, Martha, Big Jim
and the rest of the BBC irregulars.
Bradfordville Blues Club
2010
Keeping The Blues Alive Recipient
2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 & 2009 Tally Award Winner for Tallahassee's
Best Nightlife and Entertainment.
7152 Moses Lane
Tallahassee, FL 32309
(850) 906-0766 Club
www.bradfordvilleblues.com
7152 Moses Lane
Tallahassee, FL, 32309
(850) 906-0766
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