January/February Blues News
Friday January 17th at 7pm. the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame is premiering the documentary Big Mama Thornton the Alabama Kid in an exclusive screening at the historic Carver Theatre. Burgin Matthews will be MC. Hurricane Elaine Hudson, Ms. Elnora Spencer and Jock Webb (who just won best harmonica player at the International blues Competition!) will open the event with some Big Mama Thornton songs. There will be a Q&A session after the screening. This is a free event sponsored by Alabama Public Television, the Jazz Hall of Fame and One State films. and great opportunity to see the recently renovated Carver Theatre. You don't need tickets, but it will help the theatre and ensure you get seating if you register here Big Mama Thornton SHOW IS SOLD OUT
Sunday January 19th at 3pm we have a BlueStages show with E.G.Kight. $25 Donation. BYOB and a little food to share if you'd like.
When she talks, the endearing southern drawl draws people in like a magnet. And when she sings and plays that guitar, there’s no doubt that EG Kight means business. She tours as a trio or as a solo, and her live show consists of about 80% original songs. And as a storyteller, in between songs she often shares humorous stories with her audiences about her southern upbringing.
With her rich vocals, captivating guitar style, and hefty catalog of well-crafted original songs, she has entertained audiences around the globe in true southern style. An indisputable triple threat – as singer, songwriter, and guitar player - with her own unique blend of "country flavored southern fried blues”, her music appeals to fans across the genres.
Kight’s original songs have been recorded by several major blues artists, some have aired on five major TV networks and in film, and two songs recently aired on the Season 6 SEC Network “TrueSouth” episode about her hometown of Dublin. And those songs have been added to the ESPN Spotify playlist.
Kight’s 2021 "Trio Sessions" record garnered three Acoustic Album of the Year nominations from various music industry organizations.
The downtown Birmingham address will be supplied upon registration. EG Kight BlueStages - 1/19/2025
We are also making this first event of 2025 our Annual Meeting We will update members present on our financial situation, & upcoming events. We will also hold our annual election voting to re-elect our President and 2 board at large members.
Do visit and support the Southern Music Research Center website. Browse their collections where you will find lots of interesting music history of our area including live recordings from Gip's Place.
www.southernmusicresearch.org
There will be no 1st Sunday Blues at Elysian Gardens as they will be closed. We will start back up on February 2nd @ 3pm with Automatic Slim featuring Peter O'Hare. $10 donation.
Tuesday February 4th The Woodlawn Theater has Southern California's own Robert Jon & The Wreck a band that has have taken Southern Rock to new heights, forging a signature sound that is distinctly their own. With powerful songs, electrifying guitar solos, and lush vocal harmonies, the band has mesmerized audiences worldwide, selling out venues and sharing the stage with legends like Joe Bonamassa, Buddy Guy, Blackberry Smoke, The Mavericks, Little Feat, and Rival Sons. Their growing success led to a deal with Bonamassa's Journeyman Records, opening doors to exciting new opportunities in both recording and touring. Robert Jon & The Wreck’s 8th studio album, Red Moon Rising, is out now, marking a new and promising chapter in their musical journey. Watch the official hit music video for Robert Jon & The Wreck’s single, “Dragging Me Down” here: https://bit.ly/YTBossMan If you like Blues/Rock it would be a good show to catch. Tickets $30.
Saturday February 8th the Woodlawn Theater has Rashad the Blues Kid with Jock Webb. This was the band that won our BOBB and went to the International Blues Challenge in Memphis this January to represent Alabama. And guess what they took 2nd place confirming them as one of the best blues bands in the world!! and Jock Webb was named Best Harmonica Player. Y'all come and support the band at this show and let's make it a celebration. Advance tickets only $10 Rashad Tickets
Remember our monthly open jams:
Jam at Ranelli's - Friday February 7th @ 7:30pm.
3rd Thursday Jam at True Story Brewing January 16th @ 7:30pm