Saturday, June 30, 2012


ROCKIN’ THE BLUES FROM CANADA – CHMR 93.5 FM – PLAYLIST – JUNE 30/12

Programmed and Hosted by D.D. Rocker/Misty Blue 1955


HOUR 1 (8:00-9:00 AM NL TIME)

1) Muddy Waters Theme Song (Hard Again) – “Blues Had a Baby…” (0:33)
2) Chris Adams (with Sam H) (Night at the Oasis) – “Still Got the Blues for You” (6:08)
3) Gaye Adegbalola (Blues in All Flavours) – “It Hurts (The Picked Last Song)” (5:00)
4) Big Mama Thornton (w/ The Muddy Waters Band) – “I Feel the Way I Feel” (5:05)
5) Sunday Wilde (What Man?  Oh, THAT Man!) – “That Man Drives Me Mad” (3:36)
6) Kenny “Blues Boss” Wayne (Alive and Loose) – “Mr. Pianoman” (2:29)
7) Bill King (Gloryland) – “Harlan County Shakedown” (4:16)
8) Tim Bastmeyer (Tim Bastmeyer) – “Rescue You” (4:38)

D.D.’s Blues Notes

9) Cee Cee James (Blood Red Blues) – “Blood Red Blues” (3:55)
10) C-Leb and the Kettle Black [indie mp3] – “Can’t Get That Low” (2:30)
11) Aaron Williams and the Hoodoo (10:49) – “10:49” (3:44)
12) Brandon Isaak (Bluesman’s Plea) – “Jump Start Me” (2:08)

HOUR 2 (9:00-10:00 AM NL TIME)

1) Marshall Lawrence (Blues Intervention) – “Love Like Heroin” (3:41)
2) Eddie & Frank Thomas (Pennyland) – “Crooked Road Blues” (2:37)
3) Kelly-Ann Evans (You Decide) – “Blues in the Night” (4:31)
4) Blues Element (Are You Ready?) – “Hometown Blues” (5:35)
5) Nicole Hart (Treasure) – “Heart Trouble” (4:06)
6) Catherine Taddo (Under Your Hood) – “Under Your Hood” (3:38)
7) Kirsten Thien (Delicious) – “Get Outta the Funk, Get Into the Groove” (3:45)
8) The Lone Crows (The Lone Crows) – “You Got Nothing” (4:04)
9) Sue Foley (The Antones Collection) – “Ruby Duby Du” (2:54)
10) Sass Jordan (From Dusk ’til Dawn) – “What I Need” (3:07)
11) Summer and the Sinners (Boogie with the Devil) – “Sinner’s Boogie” (3:17)
12) Dirty Names (Sweatbox) – “Cadillac (She Moves)” (3:44)
13) Famous Framus Band (Eight Ball) – “Methamphet. Letdown/Breakdown” (3:13)
14) Heaven’s Radio (Rendez-Vous – Active) – “Theme” (2:10)




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Friday, June 29, 2012

1ST ANNUAL BAJA BLUES FEST (BAJA, CALIFORNIA) - AUG. 25-26/12


Baja Blues Fest

THE BAJA BLUES FEST ORGANIZATION PRESENTS


The 1st Annual
BAJA BLUES FEST


August 25, 2012
at the Rosarito Beach Hotel

 


Friday August 24th ~ Meet and Greet Pre-Party

6pm to 9pm, Salon Cielo

Seating Limited—Get your VIP Tickets early!

Saturday August 25th BAJA BLUES FEST MAIN EVENT

Gates open—9:30am to 7pm Garden Area

MUSIC STARTS AT 11am

Sunday August 26th – Blues Jam Session—Post Party
12pm to 3pm—Garden Area

www.bajabluesfest.com



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Thursday, June 28, 2012

APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR CANADIAN MUSIC FEST 2013 SHOWCASES




Canadian Music Fest 2013 is now open for business.

If you are an artist or band ready, willing, and able to play March 19-24, 2013 in Toronto during Canada's largest new music festival, now is your chance to submit. Head over to sonicbids.com/canadianmusicfest2013 and give us your best.

Submit by June 27th and pay only $20. That's HALF THE PRICE! 

In return we'll give you...

  • the opportunity to get in front of 3000+ industry insiders from Canada and all over the world  
  • the chance to connect with international talent buyers, music supervisors and publishers, booking agents, promoters, festival directors, A&R reps and more all in one place  
PLUS... 
  • access to Canadian Music Week's International Music Summit - 3 days of seminars focused on: social music, digital and mobile media and distribution, film, television, games, and advertising, songwriting, music licensing and synchronization, international touring, monetization opportunities for labels and artists; celebrity interviews; keynote speakers; mentoring sessions with participating speakers and industry specialisits; a performance makeover session; and a unique opportunity to pitch your music face-to-face to top music supervisors scouting material for hit TV shows, films, games and advertising campaigns.  (Valued at over $500!) 
Accepted bands and artists will be announced on a regular basis until the final deadline.

SPECIAL OFFER FOR ARTISTS: Apply to CMJ 2012 TODAY & Get a Discount to Submit to CMF 2013

CMJ's deadline is fast approaching (June 26th!), and as part of a sweet little arrangement we've made with our friends there, all artists who submit to CMJ will receive $10 off the Canadian Music Fest 2013 early-bird submission fee.

Here's how to unlock the special submissions package:

1) go to http://www.sonicbids.com/cmj
2) submit your application by June 26th
3) once complete, you will receive a discount code from Sonicbids
4) when you have the discount code, go to http://www.sonicbids.com/canadianmusicfest2013
5) on the right side of the page, click the link to "enter promo code"
6) enter the discount code from Sonicbids and click to continue to make your submission (by June 28th!)

CMF discount codes and instructions will be distributed by Sonicbids in your confirmation email. All codes must be redeemed by June 28th. Don't miss your chance to play two great festivals!


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IRON MAIDENS – CHMR 93.5 FM – PLAYLIST – JUNE 28/12
(Programmed and hosted by Honey Girl)

Leanne Goose (Anywhere) – “Out of My Mind” (4:13)
The Blue Monday Band (Wicked World) – “Too Many Rules” (3:50)
Elyssa Mahoney and Lucas Haneman (Pull Me In) – “Learn to Dance” (3:53)
Gayle Akyroyd (Women Be Wise) – “I’ve Never Felt Blue like This Before” (3:19)
Sinead O’Connor (The Lion and the Cobra) – “Troy” (6:35)
Tasmin Archer (Great Expectations) – “Somebody’s Daughter” (4:17)
Nikka (Domenica) Costa (Pebble to a Pearl) – “Stuck on You” (3:45)
Holly Woods (Live It Up!) – “The Fall” (5:19)
Pat Benatar (Pat Andrzejewski) (Best Shots) – “Outlaw Blues” (4:21)
Pretenders (Get Close) – “Roomful of Mirrors” (4:37)
Ndidi Onukwulu (No I Never) – “Water” (3:04)
Ginger St. James [acoustic solo - indie mp3] – “Boom Boom Room” (2:40)
Lori Yates (The Book of Minerva) – “I’m Breaking Out of Mommy Jail” (3:29)
Little Miss Higgins (Junction City) – “You Ain’t Done Nothin’ to Me” (3:07)
Missy Burgess (Lemon Pie) – “Come On in My Kitchen” (5:11)
Tannis Slimmon (Lucky Blue) – “Spirit House (Revisited)” (3:38)
Norah Jones (Come Away with Me) – “Turn Me On” (2:37)
Shannon Rose and the Thorns (Sing Me a Song) – “Somewhere” (4:18)
Monica Del Castillo (The Monstrous and the Marvelous) – “Woman” (3:33)
Marie-Josee Houle (Our Lady of Broken Souls) – “Garden Raider” (2:03)
Vicky Hynes (Vicky Hynes) – “Dance Me to the End of Love” (4:23)
Becki Sue and her Big Rockin’ Daddies! (Big City Blues) – “Maybe” (3:29)
Maureen Brown (Be Close) – “Temple of Love” (3:18)
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JON GOMM @ LSPU HALL (ST. JOHN'S, NL) - AUG. 16/12



  • Thursday, August 16
  • Concert and Masterclass - ST. JOHNS, NL, Canada
  • 7:30 pm
  • The LSPU Hall, 3 Victoria Street, St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada (MAP)
  • Jon is really excited about playing in Newfoundland. Jon will be performing at The LSPU Hall, which is a fantastic arts venue. The concert will start at 8 p.m., but please make sure you arrive at 7.30 to take your seats and get settled.

    Buy your tickets online or call the LSPU box office: (709) 753-4531, Ext. 200

    Jon will also be doing a Masterclass during his stay in St. Johns. Please contact john@slideguy.net to book your place.



  • Tickets: Buy tickets
  • Price Info: $14 - $20


 
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"ROCKIN' THE BLUES FROM CANADA" DEBUTS ON CHMR 93.5 FM


"Rockin' the Blues from Canada", hosted by D.D. Rocker, a.k.a. Misty Blue 1955, and formerly airing on CKCU 93.1 FM in Ottawa, will debut on CHMR 93.5 FM in St. John's, NL, this Saturday, June 30/12.  Although the emphasis will be on blues and rock, you will also hear folk, country, jazz, soul, r&b, pop music, etc.  Basically, the theme of the show is "music as therapy".

 "Iron Maidens", a multi-genre women's music show, which also aired previously at CKCU 93.1 FM, begins airing today (June 28/12) at CHMR 93.5 FM, hosted by Honey Girl.


Email contact:  ddrocker@yahoo.com




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Wednesday, June 27, 2012

ROB TOGNONI RELEASES MP3 SINGLES FROM UPCOMING ART CD




Hi, All.

Just to let you know, the new CD, ART [hot off the heels of Energy Red], to be released in September, is now available for mp3 download at my website now at:

http://www.robtog.com/music.htm

It has 10 original tracks, as well as 2 covers, being Neil Young's "Hey, Hey, My, My (Into The Black)" and a classic Australian song from 1970 from the Masters Apprentices, "Turn Up Your Radio"...

'hope you like it!

Take care and kind regards,



Rob

http://www.robtog.com

http://www.facebook.com/robtog



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STELLAR TRIBUTE TO JOHNNY CASH - DAKOTA TAVERN (TORONTO) - JUNE 28





Tribute to Johnny Cash

- the Original Punk!


 Thursday June 28, 9:30 pm


The Dakota Tavern, Toronto   

Special guests, backed up by Lori Yates & the Nashville Rejects, perform their favourite Johnny Cash tunes.


Featuring:

-  Justin Rutledge
-  Russell DeCarle (Prairie Oyster)
-  Samantha Martin
-  Laura Hubert
-  Rae Billing
-  Chris Houston (Forgotten Rebels)
-  Heather Morgan
-  Whitney Rose
-  Mickey Skin (The Curse)
-  Ginger St. James
-  John Borra
-  Blair Harvey (The Poor Darlin's)
-  David Baxter
-  Bazil Donovan
You are receiving this because you (or someone you know) subscribed the email "ddrocker@yahoo.com" to the "Lori


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Wednesday, June 20, 2012

DENIS PARKER @ BALLY HALY COUNTRY CLUB (ST. JOHN'S) - FRI., JUNE 22


Bluesman Denis Parker, originally from the UK and a long-time resident in Newfoundland and Labrador, will be performing at Bally Haly Country Club, 100 Logy Bay Road, St. John's, NL, on Friday, June 22, from 8-11 PM.  The golf/curling/live entertainment club is sponsoring this free event, which is open to all.

Just try to find a copy of his 1998 Snowman Blues CD "to see what the fuss is about".




http://rowdyblues.com/denisparker.html


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Tuesday, June 19, 2012

OTTAWA MAYOR JIM WATSON DECLARES JUNE 21 "MIKE MacDONALD DAY"


Message from J.P. MacDonald (a.k.a. Johnny Vegas and brother of Mike)

I am so very pleased and proud to let you know that Mayor Jim Watson has proclaimed Thursday, June 21st, 2012, as Mike MacDonald Day here in Ottawa. A big thanks goes out to Brookfield High School alumnus, and Mike's friend, Chris Johnston, who spearheaded the request to the city to recognize Mike's contributions to Canadian Comedy and his current battle with hepatitis C.

Not only are funds for medical expenses needed, but a liver transplant, as well.


Here is a link to his story in the Ottawa Citizen:


http://www.ottawacitizen.com/entertainment/Fundraiser+held+ailing+comic+Mike+MacDonald/6800513/story.html


You can also check out Mike's Facebook page and show your support at:

https://www.facebook.com/mike.a.macdonald.31


Several fundraisers are taking place this week, including:

Wednesday, June 20 - Laugh Factory Hollywood, Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA

Thursday, June 21 (Mike's birthday) - Yuk Yuks, Elgin Street, Ottawa, ON

Monday, June 25 (early show from 7-11 p.m.) - Rainbow Bistro, Murray Street, Ottawa, ON


(A previous benefit took place at the Elmdale House Tavern in Ottawa on June 3 and additional fundraisers are being scheduled at Absolute Comedy on Preston Street, also in Ottawa.)








Johnny Vegas



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Saturday, June 16, 2012

RICK HOLMSTROM - SIGNED TO M.C. RECORDS AND RELEASING NEW CD



 
 

 M.C. Records Signs Rick Holmstrom
 
Cruel Sunrise

Set For Worldwide Release August 28
 
 
Contact: Mark Carpentieri                                         
Phone: 631-754-8725                                              
E-Mail: mc@mc-records.com                              
 
 
Northport NY - M.C. Records is thrilled to announce the signing of remarkable guitarist and songwriter Rick Holmstrom. Cruel Sunrise is his first solo recording in five years and features Mavis Staples on two tracksAll 12 songs on Cruel Sunrise were written or co-written by Rick Holmstrom. The recording will also be available as a limited "Deluxe Edition" which features a second disc of all instrumentals. They are Rick's unique take on classic songs including "You Send Me," "Fulsom Prison Blues," and "I'll Take You There." Both the single CD and Deluxe Edition will be released on August 28.
 
Click on the cover to check out some right-on songs from the new recording!
 
Cruel Sunrise is a musical high-water mark for Rick Holmstrom. He shows a maturity and confidence in his vocals, playing and songwriting making this his finest and most complete solo recording to date. Rick's long-time band-mates Jeff Turmes and Stephen Hodges perform on the record and help give Cruel Sunrise its tight and unique sound. Rick has recorded five solo albums and his last one was 2007's Late In The Night also on M.C. Records.
 
Over the last five + years Rick has been touring and recording with the legendary vocalist Mavis Staples. He received a Grammy in 2010 for his work on Mavis'  "You Are Not Alone," produced by Jeff Tweedy (of Wilco). Rick continues to be the bandleader for Mavis Staples and will accompany her on a Summer Coast-to-Coast Tour with Bonnie Raitt.
 
Rick reminds me of my Pops. He's got that soulful feeling. I love playing with Rick. - Mavis Staples
 
 
My job became raising two little girls during the day and gigging at night. I remember burning it at both ends hard core. It was the best and the worst all at once. I was thrilled to be home spending important time with my daughters, but I also really missed touring and being a full time musician.

So I'd go out to my van and write songs after the girls went to bed. I was trying to find some kind of way of marrying my love for blues with actual songs, not just clever 50's R & B ditties or re-worded
or re-written classic blues and R & B songs, but teaching myself how to write good original songs. That's it, really. I just wanted better songs. I wanted them to be true to how I felt, and I didn't always feel chipper. They were all coming from a very confused but determined hard headed dude and it took a long time. Rick Holmstrom
 
Click the photo to check out Rick with Jeff Turmes and Stephen Hodges performing in Madrid, July 2011. So soulful!
 
Great blues guitarists are about tone, mood, and style. Being nimble helps, but intensity and passion more often exist between the notes. Rick Holmstrom revels in this abundance. All Music Guide
 
Rick Holmstrom Tour Dates
 
6/13/2012 Portsmouth VA, Telos Wireless Pavilion (Bonnie & Mavis)
6/14/2012 Vienna VA, Filene Center at Wolf Trap (Bonnie & Mavis)
6/16/2012 Philadelphia PA, Academy of Music @ Kimmel Center (Bonnie & Mavis)
6/17/2012 Baltimore MD, Pier Six Pavilion (Bonnie & Mavis)
6/19/2012 Montclair NJ, Wellmont Theatre (Bonnie & Mavis)
6/20/2012 New York NY, Beacon Theatre (Bonnie & Mavis)
6/21/2012 New York NY, Beacon Theatre (Bonnie & Mavis)
6/23/2012 Boston MA, Harbor Lights/Bank of America Pavilion (Bonnie & Mavis)
6/24/2012 Hyannis MA, Cape Cod Melody Tent (Bonnie & Mavis)
7/10/2012 Raleigh NC, North Carolina Museum of Art (Andrew Bird & Mavis)
7/11/2012 Richmond VA, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden (Andrew Bird & Mavis)
7/15/2012 Los Angeles CA, Liquid Kitty (Rick Holmstrom Band)
7/22/2012 Pittsburgh PA, Pittsburgh Blues Festival (Mavis)
8/3/2012  Long Beach CA, El Dorado (
Rick Holmstrom Band)
8/10/2012 Regina SK CANADA, Regina Folk Festival (Mavis)
8/12/2012 Edmonton ALB CANADA, Edmonton Folk Festival (Mavis)
8/16/2012 Detroit MI, MotorCity Casino (Bonnie & Mavis)
8/17/2012 Grand Rapids MI, Meijer Gardens (Bonnie & Mavis)
8/18/2012 Kettering OH, Fraze Pavilion (Bonnie & Mavis)
8/20/2012 Madison WI, Overture Center For The Arts (Bonnie & Mavis)
8/22/2012 Milwaukee WI, Marcus Center for the Performing Arts
(Bonnie & Mavis)
8/23/2012 St. Paul MN, Minnesota State Fair (Bonnie & Mavis)
8/24/2012 Omaha NE, Orpheum Theater (Bonnie & Mavis)
8/26/2012 Morrison CO, Red Rocks Amphitheatre (Bonnie & Mavis)
8/28/2012 Salt Lake City UT, Red Butte Garden Amphitheater (Bonnie & Mavis)
8/29/2012 Salt Lake City UT, Red Butte Garden Amphitheater (Bonnie & Mavis)
8/30/2012 Sun Valley ID, Sun Valley Pavilion (Bonnie & Mavis)
9/1/2012 Boise ID, Idaho Botanical Garden (Bonnie & Mavis)
9/2/2012 Spokane WA, INB Performing Arts Center (Bonnie & Mavis)
9/5/2012 Eugene OR, Cuthbert Amphitheater (Bonnie & Mavis)
9/7/2012 Troutdale OR, Edgefield Amphitheater (Bonnie & Mavis)
9/8/2012 Woodinville WA, Chateau Ste. Michelle (Bonnie & Mavis)
9/9/2012 Woodinville WA, Chateau Ste. Michelle (Bonnie & Mavis)
9/14/2012 Berkeley CA, Greek Theatre (Bonnie & Mavis)
9/16/2012 Santa Cruz CA, Civic Center (Bonnie & Mavis)
9/18/2012 Davis CA, Mondavi Center (Bonnie & Mavis)
9/22/2012 Los Angeles CA, Greek Theatre (Bonnie & Mavis)
9/23/2012 Santa Barbara CA, Santa Barbara Bowl (Bonnie & Mavis)

 
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