This performance from the broadcst series highlights the group's unique rendition of "Driving Wheel," . The Soulard Blues Band are craftsmen of performance and arrangement. They are known as one of the hardest working bands in the town of St. Louis and have been at the center of the St. Louis blues scene for over 25 years.
Michael comes out of the gate smoking in this live performance at BB's in 2007. Go to Mike's interview to share his experience as a songwriter and to tell how he got started playing music at the ripe age of two. http://www.michaelburks.com/music.html
This band rocks in the great tradition of guitar crunching legends and has earned them their reputation as the "workingman's rock band". The band is Brian Henneman - guitar/ vocals, Mark Ortmann - drums, John Horton - guitar, and newest and final member, Keith Voegele - bass/vocals.
Another smoking performance by Michael Buks and company, performed at BBs in December of 2007. "Talk Don't Bother Me" shows a side of MB's songwriting that tells of his roots in traditional R&B as well as blues. As always ,the foundations of Michaels songs are the true stories and experiences from his roots in rural Arkansas.
Martin is an accomplished Blues guitarist who toured extensively with Blues legend Albert King. Vince's older brother got him the gig on a bet with Albert. The deal was that if Albert lost the bet, he would take little brother on the road. Vince has come along way with his music since then and is a road seasoned "Bluesman" and an extraordinary slide guitar player. The East St. Louis Allstars create a unique background for Vince's guitar chops and soulful vocal on "Train Train".
Boo Boo Davis worked and performed with East St. Louis artists such as Albert King and Ike Turner. A unique and revealing interview with Davis goes deeply into the history of the East St. Louis music scene in the 60’s and 70’s.
Living on the road and playing clubs from "Austin to Boston", the Bel Airs are carrying on the tradition of American Rhythm and Blues. Check out this three piece group with a groove as deep as the Mississippi river.. Excerpt from The "BBs Presents" TV show airing weekly on MMHz Worldview
The Big Bamou: One of St. Louis's best-kept secrets is this New Orleans style R&B quartet. See the interview and share the experience of these four extremely talented performers. The boys are hilarious, but offer a profound insight into their world of music. Performed live at BB's Jazz, Blues, and Soups.
The Michael Burks Blues Band: Guitarist and vocalist Michael Burks comes out of the gate smoking in this live performance at BB's in 2007. Check out one of the blues world& #39 fastest rising stars. http://www.michaelburks.com/
St. Louis-based Dogtown Allstars was formed in 2003, building on the resurgence of 60/70s era soul jazz and funk style music, and do it solely to make people move their feet and shake their tails. http://www.dogtownallstars.com/
This is Jazz at it's best, featuring guitarist / composer / virtuoso Dave Black. One of the most sought after guitarists in the Midwest, he has performed and recorded with Richard "Groove" Holmes, Bucky Pizzerelli, David Liebman, Fareed Haque and The Drifters to name a few. www.daveblackguitar.com