Hi All -
Last night was another great jam at A Dough Re Mi. Don't forget to put the jam down on your calendar for next Tuesday, and every Tuesday!
Tonight (Weds the 29th) you can choose between a jam at Bowens Island run by Smoky Weiner ($5), and a barn jam at Awendaw Green (free). There's also Blues Happy Hour from 4-7pm at Mad River Grill downtown on Mondays and Wednesdays every week, 32 N. Market Street (free).
Thursday night you've got the TWS & Friends jam in Summerville at the Time Well Spent Tearoom, weather permitting. And Thursday night also finds Henry's Attic playing at Home Team / Sullivans Island for $5, and Megan Jean and the Klay Family Band playing at the Tin Roof for $10 -- all great options!
Friday night you might want to try the Windjammer to check out the Classic Woodies, Crowfield, and Cracker.
Saturday night August 1, the first battle of the Lowcountry Blues Challenge will take place -- and we want you to come!! It will take place at Halligans in West Ashley, 9pm - 1 am, and $5 is all it takes to see several great bands play: Tommy Thunderfoot and the Accelerators, Wyatt Garey Band, Smoky Weiner and the Hot Links, and On the Hunt. This is the first of four battles all over Charleston, which will culminate in the Grand Finale Battle on Sept 19 at Rendezvous in N. Charleston. We hope you'll come to all the battles, and yell for your favorite bands to win. You can go to the blog to see the entire schedule of events: www.lowcountrybluesclub.blogspot.com -- don't miss this first ever Lowcountry Blues Challenge blues battle of the bands!!!
And for you musicians out there, I wanted to let you know that the Daniel Island Farmers Market is looking for entertainment on Thursdays, 4-7pm. They're looking for solo or duo acts especially, and although they don't have money to pay you, you'd be able to have a tip jar, and sell your cd(s) there. So, if you're interested, contact Trish at trish@vervemarketingsc.com.
Lmw, July 29, 2009
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Lowcountry Blues Challenge Official Poster
At left is a JPEG version of the Lowcountry Blues Club poster, at 52% scale. Sammy Derrick provided the illustration of the guitarist, and Kathleen Wehle did the layout and design.The itinerary for the festival is as follows:
August 1, next Saturday at Halligans, starting at 9pm, Tommy Thunderfoot & the Accelerators, Wyatt Garey Band, On the Hunt and Smokey Weiner and the Hot Links will compete to win the first round.
August 8, the following Saturday at Rendezvous American Grille, starting at 7pm, Dan Wright, SC Blues Band, Steve & the Stilettos will compete to win the second round.
August 15, three Saturdays from now at Southern Comfort Bar & Grill, starting at 7pm, Hwy 17 Blues Band (Jack Downey's band), The Fabulous Porch Dogs, Slanguage, and Circa 56 will compete to win the third round.
August 22, four Saturdays from now at A Dough Re Mi, starting at 7pm, Steel Pedals, Memphis Rich, Lil' Jimmy the Dyrti Boyz, and TWS & Friends will compete to win the fourth round. At this point in the festival, we will have our four finalists for the finale.
The Finale is Sept. 19th, at Rendezvous American Grill, starting at 2pm. Whichever of the four finalist bands wins this round will be the nominee from Lowcountry Blues Club for the 2010 International Blues Challenge in the Blues capital, Memphis, TN.
The links above allow you to check out the bands for what's in store, and locate the venues if you don't know where they are, and learn more about the International Blues Challenge. It's really exciting for the Lowcountry Blues Club to be able to put on this very first Challenge with the help of sponsors Piggly Wiggly, Ye Olde Music Shop, Southern Comfort Bar and Grill, and Lowcountry Underground magazine.
In the first week of August, Lowcountry Underground Magazine will feature an article about the club and the contest, with a few photos from the Jams we've had in the past.
Until next time, have fun and be safe.
kmw 7/25/09
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
This weekend's events in Charleston
Here are the blues events this week and weekend in Charleston.
Wednesday, July 22nd, the Awendaw Green Barn Jam features Slanguage, Deborah Hudson, Rova Zetella, Trouble in Transit, Come On Go With Us. The show starts at 7pm. Don't forget, Wednesdays are also the Bowens Island Jam with Smoky Weiner and Friends.
Thursday, July 23rd, Jojo Wall will play solo at BuddyRoe's Shrimp Shack at 8:30pm. If you are not familiar with where BuddyRoe's is now, it is the bright coral building off of Ben Sawyer Blvd., behind the mini-golf course. Thursday night is also the Time Well Spent TeaRoom Jam in Summerville with TWS and Friends.
Friday, July 24th, Dan Wright and Tim Hodson will play with a full band at Necter. The show starts at 9pm. That same night, Jeff Norwood is playing at Whaley's on Edisto Island, starting at 9pm. HomeTeam BBQ on Sullivans Island features Gaslight Street, a band that shows Blues influences.
Saturday, July 25th, TWS and Friends, which is Tim Shaw's band, plays at A Dough Re Mi. The show starts at 9pm, for a $5 cover. That same night, Skye Paige will be in North Charleston at the Mill celebrating the venue's birthday with Bizarro Burlesque and Hickry Hawkins. The show starts at 8pm. Lastly, Jeff Norwood is playing at the Dockside Beach on Edisto Island. The show starts at 9pm.
Whatever you do, have fun and be safe.
Until next time...
kmw 7/22/09
Wednesday, July 22nd, the Awendaw Green Barn Jam features Slanguage, Deborah Hudson, Rova Zetella, Trouble in Transit, Come On Go With Us. The show starts at 7pm. Don't forget, Wednesdays are also the Bowens Island Jam with Smoky Weiner and Friends.
Thursday, July 23rd, Jojo Wall will play solo at BuddyRoe's Shrimp Shack at 8:30pm. If you are not familiar with where BuddyRoe's is now, it is the bright coral building off of Ben Sawyer Blvd., behind the mini-golf course. Thursday night is also the Time Well Spent TeaRoom Jam in Summerville with TWS and Friends.
Friday, July 24th, Dan Wright and Tim Hodson will play with a full band at Necter. The show starts at 9pm. That same night, Jeff Norwood is playing at Whaley's on Edisto Island, starting at 9pm. HomeTeam BBQ on Sullivans Island features Gaslight Street, a band that shows Blues influences.
Saturday, July 25th, TWS and Friends, which is Tim Shaw's band, plays at A Dough Re Mi. The show starts at 9pm, for a $5 cover. That same night, Skye Paige will be in North Charleston at the Mill celebrating the venue's birthday with Bizarro Burlesque and Hickry Hawkins. The show starts at 8pm. Lastly, Jeff Norwood is playing at the Dockside Beach on Edisto Island. The show starts at 9pm.
Whatever you do, have fun and be safe.
Until next time...
kmw 7/22/09
Volunteer Call for the Lowcountry Blues Challenge 2009
The first ever Lowcountry Blues Challenge is coming in August, which is a week from Saturday. There will be a special feature coming in the Lowcountry Underground's August issue. By the way, the event is sponsored by Piggly Wiggly, Southern Comfort Bar and Grill, Ye Olde Music Shop, and Lowcountry Underground magazine. (Click any sponsors name to see what they're all about.)
We still have openings for bands, but this post is actually seeking talent offstage. For this event to be a success, it is crucial we have the people to make it happen.
Judges, stage set up and breakdown, admissions, membership are just some of the posts we need filled for five different shows on five different weekends: August 1, August 8, August 15, August 22, and September 19th. (UPDATE: We have a membership volunteer for Aug. 22.)
August 1 the show is at Halligans in West Ashely, it starts at 7pm.
August 8 the show is at Rendezvous American Grille in North Charleston, it starts at 7pm.
August 15th the show is at Southern Comfort Bar & Grill in Summerville, it starts at 7 pm.
August 22nd the show is at A Dough Re Mi, Mount Pleasant, it starts at 7pm.
September 19th the finale show is at Rendezvous American Grill in North Charleston, starting at 2pm.
If you are interested in volunteering for a Lowcountry Blues Challenge show, please submit an email with your name, preferred show date/dates, preferred task or just write "any", phone number, and email address to lowcountrybluesclub@gmail.com, subject header LBC VOLUNTEER. You can also email Tim Shaw at timothy.d.shaw@comcast.net with this information.
Thanks! See you at tonight's Jam.
kmw 7/21/09
We still have openings for bands, but this post is actually seeking talent offstage. For this event to be a success, it is crucial we have the people to make it happen.
Judges, stage set up and breakdown, admissions, membership are just some of the posts we need filled for five different shows on five different weekends: August 1, August 8, August 15, August 22, and September 19th. (UPDATE: We have a membership volunteer for Aug. 22.)
August 1 the show is at Halligans in West Ashely, it starts at 7pm.
August 8 the show is at Rendezvous American Grille in North Charleston, it starts at 7pm.
August 15th the show is at Southern Comfort Bar & Grill in Summerville, it starts at 7 pm.
August 22nd the show is at A Dough Re Mi, Mount Pleasant, it starts at 7pm.
September 19th the finale show is at Rendezvous American Grill in North Charleston, starting at 2pm.
If you are interested in volunteering for a Lowcountry Blues Challenge show, please submit an email with your name, preferred show date/dates, preferred task or just write "any", phone number, and email address to lowcountrybluesclub@gmail.com, subject header LBC VOLUNTEER. You can also email Tim Shaw at timothy.d.shaw@comcast.net with this information.
Thanks! See you at tonight's Jam.
kmw 7/21/09
Thursday, July 16, 2009
New Facebook Page
Hey Blues Club Fans!
If you are on Facebook, check out our new page...http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lowcountry-Blues-Club/124403562362.
kmw 7/16/09
If you are on Facebook, check out our new page...http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lowcountry-Blues-Club/124403562362.
kmw 7/16/09
A Few More Options This Weekend...
Big Bill Morganfield (Muddy Waters' son) will be performing Friday, July 17th and Saturday, July 18th night at HomeTeam BBQ on Sullivans Island. Cover is $10, the main show starts at 9pm, with Davis Coen as the opening act. This show is celebrating BBM's last CD, "Born Lover."
The last post announced Tommy Thunderfoot is performing at the original HomeTeam BBQ in West Ashley on July 17th, for a $5 cover. The next night, Rooster Blues is a duo of two brothers performing in the style of the Black Keys and Flat Duo Jets. The show is at 9pm, with a $5 cover.
In the distant future, Eric Lindell will be at the Pour House on James Island on September 25.
kmw 7/16/09
The last post announced Tommy Thunderfoot is performing at the original HomeTeam BBQ in West Ashley on July 17th, for a $5 cover. The next night, Rooster Blues is a duo of two brothers performing in the style of the Black Keys and Flat Duo Jets. The show is at 9pm, with a $5 cover.
In the distant future, Eric Lindell will be at the Pour House on James Island on September 25.
kmw 7/16/09
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
This weekend's events in Charleston.....
This is what is happening in music in the Charleston area this week and weekend:
Tonight, Wednesday, July 15th, the Bowens Island Jam is scheduled. Skye Paige is also performing at Awendaw Green in Mt. Pleasant starting at 7pm.
Thursday, July 16th, the TWS and Friends Jam at the Time Well Spent Tearoom-Summerville is scheduled. That same night, Florida's own Damon Fowler is playing at A Dough Re Mi for a $10 cover.
Friday, July 17th, Tommy Thunderfoot will perform at HomeTeam BBQ-West Ashley. ColeTrain is also performing at A Dough Re Mi; the show starts at 9pm, for a $5 cover. Jeff Liberty with his full band will be performing at Whaley's on Edisto Island. ***UPDATE TO PREVIOUS POST: Skye Paige is NOT performing at Iacofano's in Mt. Pleasant.***
Saturday, July 18th, Wyatt Garey Band will perform at a Dough Re Mi. The show starts at 9pm, for a $5 cover. Dan Wright and Tim Hodson will perform with a full band at the Kickin' Chicken in West Ashley, starting at 10pm. Skye Paige is performing with the Original Recipe and then Bizarro Burlesque at the Tin Roof in West Ashely, starting at 9pm. Jeff Liberty with his full band will be performing at Whaley's on Edisto Island for a second night.
Sunday, July 19th, Dan Wright and Tim Hodson will perform with a full band at Necter on James Island, starting at 6pm.
Whatever you do this weekend, have fun and be safe!
BLOG DESIGN NOTE: To the lower left of the page, there are now links to the pages of our musician friends, our venue friends, and other venues where our regulars play most often. If you ever don't know where a place is, check this list.
kmw 7/15/09
Tonight, Wednesday, July 15th, the Bowens Island Jam is scheduled. Skye Paige is also performing at Awendaw Green in Mt. Pleasant starting at 7pm.
Thursday, July 16th, the TWS and Friends Jam at the Time Well Spent Tearoom-Summerville is scheduled. That same night, Florida's own Damon Fowler is playing at A Dough Re Mi for a $10 cover.
Friday, July 17th, Tommy Thunderfoot will perform at HomeTeam BBQ-West Ashley. ColeTrain is also performing at A Dough Re Mi; the show starts at 9pm, for a $5 cover. Jeff Liberty with his full band will be performing at Whaley's on Edisto Island. ***UPDATE TO PREVIOUS POST: Skye Paige is NOT performing at Iacofano's in Mt. Pleasant.***
Saturday, July 18th, Wyatt Garey Band will perform at a Dough Re Mi. The show starts at 9pm, for a $5 cover. Dan Wright and Tim Hodson will perform with a full band at the Kickin' Chicken in West Ashley, starting at 10pm. Skye Paige is performing with the Original Recipe and then Bizarro Burlesque at the Tin Roof in West Ashely, starting at 9pm. Jeff Liberty with his full band will be performing at Whaley's on Edisto Island for a second night.
Sunday, July 19th, Dan Wright and Tim Hodson will perform with a full band at Necter on James Island, starting at 6pm.
Whatever you do this weekend, have fun and be safe!
BLOG DESIGN NOTE: To the lower left of the page, there are now links to the pages of our musician friends, our venue friends, and other venues where our regulars play most often. If you ever don't know where a place is, check this list.
kmw 7/15/09
Volunteer Call for the Lowcountry Blues Challenge 2009
The first ever Lowcountry Blues Challenge is coming together fast. We still have openings for bands, but this post is actually seeking talent offstage. For this event to be a success, it is crucial we have the people to make it happen.
Judges, admissions, membership are just some of the posts we need filled for five different shows on five different weekends: August 1, August 8, August 15, August 22, and September 19th.
Judges, admissions, membership are just some of the posts we need filled for five different shows on five different weekends: August 1, August 8, August 15, August 22, and September 19th.
- August 1 the show is at Halligans in West Ashely, it starts at 7pm.
- August 8 the show is at Rendezvous American Grille in North Charleston (formerly K & W Cafeteria), it starts at 7pm.
- August 15th the show is at Southern Comfort Bar & Grill in Summerville, it starts at 7 pm
- August 22nd the show is at A Dough Re Mi, Mount Pleasant, it starts at 7pm
- September 19th the show is at Rendezvous American Grill in North Charleston, starting at 2pm.
If you are interested in volunteering for a Lowcountry Blues Challenge show, please submit an email with your name, preferred show date/dates, preferred task or just write "any", phone number, and email address to lowcountrybluesclub@gmail.com, subject header LBC VOLUNTEER. You can also email Tim Shaw at timothy.d.shaw@comcast.net with this information.
Thanks!
kmw 7/14/09
Thanks!
kmw 7/14/09
Seeking an Accountant
To the Blues Club membership:
The Board could use assistance in finalizing our accounting and legal documents. If you are an accountant, or know of one who be willing to help the club out, please have them send their contact information to lowcountrybluesclub@gmail.com.
Thanks!
kmw 7/14/09
The Board could use assistance in finalizing our accounting and legal documents. If you are an accountant, or know of one who be willing to help the club out, please have them send their contact information to lowcountrybluesclub@gmail.com.
Thanks!
kmw 7/14/09
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Coastal Conservation Music Contest
I received the following from the Coastal Conservation League, click the links provided to learn more information.
Musicians and Performance Artists:
Create a three minute or less YouTube video demonstrating why you care about the Earth. The Coastal Conservation League and the Charleston Green Fair present the "Music with a Message" contest to recognize Charleston's environmentally friendly artists and bands.
WATCH THE VIDEO PROMO: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GM82Lbg_sEI
The second annual Green Fair promises to be a huge success. Last year's event drew over 5,000 people to Marion Square to learn about changes they can make in their lives to better the environment. This year's music lineup includes Jesse Colin Young, the lead singer of '60s sensation, the Youngbloods. Their hit song "Let's Get Together" ("C'mon people now, smile on your brother") became a soundtrack for peace in that era of great social change. The Coastal Conservation League wants you to be Jesse's co-headliner.
We're looking for musicians with a message. Convey to us your desire for a better world. Do it through a song, a lyric within a song, a lifestyle, an earth-friendly approach to touring and performing ... whatever - be creative. Then show it to us in a three-to-five minute YouTube video (e-mail submissions to grettak@scccl.org). Along with bands and musicians, we welcome entries from dance troupes, comedians, poets, and any other performance art.
Winners perform at the Charleston Green Fair on Sunday, September 27, 2009, collect cash prizes, and receive studio time. Spread your name by using art to make a difference!
Submit your video to grettak@scccl.org before July 31st. For more information, go here: http://coastalconservationleague.org/Page.aspx?pid=845
kmw 7/8/09
Musicians and Performance Artists:
Create a three minute or less YouTube video demonstrating why you care about the Earth. The Coastal Conservation League and the Charleston Green Fair present the "Music with a Message" contest to recognize Charleston's environmentally friendly artists and bands.
WATCH THE VIDEO PROMO: http://www.youtube.com/wat
The second annual Green Fair promises to be a huge success. Last year's event drew over 5,000 people to Marion Square to learn about changes they can make in their lives to better the environment. This year's music lineup includes Jesse Colin Young, the lead singer of '60s sensation, the Youngbloods. Their hit song "Let's Get Together" ("C'mon people now, smile on your brother") became a soundtrack for peace in that era of great social change. The Coastal Conservation League wants you to be Jesse's co-headliner.
We're looking for musicians with a message. Convey to us your desire for a better world. Do it through a song, a lyric within a song, a lifestyle, an earth-friendly approach to touring and performing ... whatever - be creative. Then show it to us in a three-to-five minute YouTube video (e-mail submissions to grettak@scccl.org). Along with bands and musicians, we welcome entries from dance troupes, comedians, poets, and any other performance art.
Winners perform at the Charleston Green Fair on Sunday, September 27, 2009, collect cash prizes, and receive studio time. Spread your name by using art to make a difference!
Submit your video to grettak@scccl.org before July 31st. For more information, go here: http://coastalconservation
kmw 7/8/09
Saturday, July 4, 2009
This weekend's events in Charleston...
On Friday, July 10, Dan Wright and Tim Hodson with be performing with a full band at Kickin' Chicken in Mt. Pleasant, the show starts at 9:00pm.
On Saturday, July 11, Dan Wright and Tim Hodson with be performing with a full band at Necter on James Is., the show starts at 9pm. Saturday is also the start of Grass on the Green, a 2-day event at Awendaw Green, starting at 12:00pm and running until 10:00pm both days. This is a bluegrass and Americana music event benefitting the Windwood Home for Boys and Pet Helpers. Some of the GotG acts include: Emily Lynch, The Red Top Ramblers, Kurly Wolf, The Classic Woodies, Lauren Bevins, Mark Bryan (of Hootie), Triple Lindy, Ed Hunnicutt, Emily Lynch, Mac Leaphart, and the Kentucky Shoes. Tickets are available at etix.com, Shem Creek Music, and the Seewee Outpost. For the full roster, click "Awendaw Green".
On Sunday, July 12, Morgan Creek Grill on the IOP features Jeff Norwood with two other Midland's blues stars--Mike Nazarenko and Shelley McGee. The show starts at 3:00pm. Again, this is also day two for Grass on the Green.
On Wednesday, July 15, Awendaw Green Barn Jam features Leslie band with Skye Paige, starting at 7:00pm.
On Thursday, July 16, A Dough Re Mi has Damon Fowler playing for a $10 cover. The show starts at 9:30pm.
Whatever you choose to do, have fun and be safe.
kmw 7/7/09
PS--Shrimp has no dates locally--he is appearing upstate and then headed to Poland. That oughta be cool enough, and not just for the blues and jazz!
On Saturday, July 11, Dan Wright and Tim Hodson with be performing with a full band at Necter on James Is., the show starts at 9pm. Saturday is also the start of Grass on the Green, a 2-day event at Awendaw Green, starting at 12:00pm and running until 10:00pm both days. This is a bluegrass and Americana music event benefitting the Windwood Home for Boys and Pet Helpers. Some of the GotG acts include: Emily Lynch, The Red Top Ramblers, Kurly Wolf, The Classic Woodies, Lauren Bevins, Mark Bryan (of Hootie), Triple Lindy, Ed Hunnicutt, Emily Lynch, Mac Leaphart, and the Kentucky Shoes. Tickets are available at etix.com, Shem Creek Music, and the Seewee Outpost. For the full roster, click "Awendaw Green".
On Sunday, July 12, Morgan Creek Grill on the IOP features Jeff Norwood with two other Midland's blues stars--Mike Nazarenko and Shelley McGee. The show starts at 3:00pm. Again, this is also day two for Grass on the Green.
On Wednesday, July 15, Awendaw Green Barn Jam features Leslie band with Skye Paige, starting at 7:00pm.
On Thursday, July 16, A Dough Re Mi has Damon Fowler playing for a $10 cover. The show starts at 9:30pm.
Whatever you choose to do, have fun and be safe.
kmw 7/7/09
PS--Shrimp has no dates locally--he is appearing upstate and then headed to Poland. That oughta be cool enough, and not just for the blues and jazz!
Thursday, July 2, 2009
A Holiday Weekend
Hello Blues Club friends --
It's a holiday weekend, and there's lots of music to make your weekend festive! Here are some of the options we've heard about, and you can check your favorite websites and papers for even more. . .
On Friday, July 3rd, there's Deb Callahan singing the blues at A Dough Re Mi, 9:30, for a $10 cover - she has been compared to Bonnie Raitt and Etta James, so come on out! Then on Saturday night the 4th, some of our favorite teens will be playing at Home Team BBQ/West Ashley, 10 pm, $5 : the awesome band Cole Train. Be sure to check out the articles about the band in this week's City Paper. Or another Sat night option is to see T-Model Ford at Home Team/Sullivan's Island, $10 cover. For more info on all the Home team shows, go to http://www.hometeambbq.com/. As if that weren't enough choices, the band Makeshift (more talented teens) will play at the Village Tavern on Sat night as well!
On Monday there's a special new event: a Lowcountry Blues Club jam at Home Team/Sullivan's Island. We hope lots of our favorite musicians will show up to help Skye Paige and friends put on our first jam at this new location (at the moment we're planning on doing this LBC jam on the first Monday of each month, so there won't be another one at Home Team till early August). No cover.
Then Tuesday is the regular every week jam at A Dough Re Mi -- Last week we all had a lot of fun, and I'd hate for anyone to miss the great music we're sure to have this coming Tuesday night! Come and have dinner with your friends beforehand if you like. . . http://www.adoughremi.com/.
On Wednesday night, TWS and Friends (Tim Shaw) will play at Awendaw Green -- no cover charge -- http://www.awendawgreen.com/. Or you can head to Bowen's Island for the jam with Smoky Weiner and friends, $3.
Other ongoing events include the Blues Happy Hours at Mad River Grill every Monday and Weds from 4-7 with Shrimp City Slim and Juke Joint Johnny. The Thurs night jam at Time Well Spent Tea Room in Summerville. The Blues and BBQ cruises: http://www.charlestonharbortours.com/ (next ones are on July 9 and 23).
If you're up for a road trip, check out the info at http://www.greenwoodbluescruise.com/ -- the festival takes place on July 9-11, with lots of great bands playing in various venues around town.
Don't forget to go to http://www.livingblues.com/ to vote for Miss Wanda Johnson, our own South Carolina sweetheart of the blues, and if you'd like to, you can write in a vote for her cd "Hold What You Got" as best new release of the year. July 5 is the deadline to vote.
So, lots to do -- Have fun, and be safe!
LMW, July 2, 2009
It's a holiday weekend, and there's lots of music to make your weekend festive! Here are some of the options we've heard about, and you can check your favorite websites and papers for even more. . .
On Friday, July 3rd, there's Deb Callahan singing the blues at A Dough Re Mi, 9:30, for a $10 cover - she has been compared to Bonnie Raitt and Etta James, so come on out! Then on Saturday night the 4th, some of our favorite teens will be playing at Home Team BBQ/West Ashley, 10 pm, $5 : the awesome band Cole Train. Be sure to check out the articles about the band in this week's City Paper. Or another Sat night option is to see T-Model Ford at Home Team/Sullivan's Island, $10 cover. For more info on all the Home team shows, go to http://www.hometeambbq.com/. As if that weren't enough choices, the band Makeshift (more talented teens) will play at the Village Tavern on Sat night as well!
On Monday there's a special new event: a Lowcountry Blues Club jam at Home Team/Sullivan's Island. We hope lots of our favorite musicians will show up to help Skye Paige and friends put on our first jam at this new location (at the moment we're planning on doing this LBC jam on the first Monday of each month, so there won't be another one at Home Team till early August). No cover.
Then Tuesday is the regular every week jam at A Dough Re Mi -- Last week we all had a lot of fun, and I'd hate for anyone to miss the great music we're sure to have this coming Tuesday night! Come and have dinner with your friends beforehand if you like. . . http://www.adoughremi.com/.
On Wednesday night, TWS and Friends (Tim Shaw) will play at Awendaw Green -- no cover charge -- http://www.awendawgreen.com/. Or you can head to Bowen's Island for the jam with Smoky Weiner and friends, $3.
Other ongoing events include the Blues Happy Hours at Mad River Grill every Monday and Weds from 4-7 with Shrimp City Slim and Juke Joint Johnny. The Thurs night jam at Time Well Spent Tea Room in Summerville. The Blues and BBQ cruises: http://www.charlestonharbortours.com/ (next ones are on July 9 and 23).
If you're up for a road trip, check out the info at http://www.greenwoodbluescruise.com/ -- the festival takes place on July 9-11, with lots of great bands playing in various venues around town.
Don't forget to go to http://www.livingblues.com/ to vote for Miss Wanda Johnson, our own South Carolina sweetheart of the blues, and if you'd like to, you can write in a vote for her cd "Hold What You Got" as best new release of the year. July 5 is the deadline to vote.
So, lots to do -- Have fun, and be safe!
LMW, July 2, 2009
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