“Can the world stand one more storytelling troubadour?... If the artist in question is Cary, the answer is resounding yes. Seek this one out.”
— Billboard Magazine

Meghan Cary’s music has been hailed as healing, inspiring and infectiously joyful. Named Billboard’s “Critic’s Choice” for her debut EP, the stage actress turned folk rocker engages listeners with masterful storytelling and anthemic songs. Cary found solace in words and music after her fiancé unexpectedly passed away - and turned that passion into a platform empowering others to speak their truth by bravely sharing her own.

A frequent performer at such venerable festivals as Philadelphia Folk Festival, Spring Gulch, Huntington, DelMarVa Folk Festival, and music venues around the country, Cary's message of unity and the power of raising our voices together infuses every show, and her song, “Sing Louder”, has become an anthem for the music-loving community. Her smoky voice, emotional singing, and vulnerable writing garner favorable comparisons to Melissa Etheridge, Brandi Carlisle, and Bruce Springsteen.

https://meghancary.com/

While Mary Ann is better known as a backing vocalist with Tas’ touring band, here they share equal billing in their acoustic duo... Tas and Mary Ann perform on all of each other’s recordings. Both have noteworthy albums to their credit (Mary Ann’s “Restless Heart” and “Running Out of Time” and Tas Cru’s “You Keep the Money,” Simmered & Stewed,” “Memphis Song,” and “Drive On”). Their songs are born from rich melodies, layered with harmony and wrapped around thoughtful lyrics crafted with rare verbal flair. Tas is a blues eclectic whose songs and playing reflect a wide range of blues styles. Mary Ann is steeped in folk-blues and timeless Americana, counting among her significant influences the Reverend Gary Davis and Bonnie Raitt. Cru and Casale are currently at work on a 2021 album, “Broke Down – Busted Up” due in late summer.

Tas Cru is truly a blues eclectic who refuses to let his music be bound to just one blues style. With a repertoire of over 80 original songs from multiple albums and dozens of crowd-pleasing classics, this seasoned road warrior gives folks what they want be it festival, concert, listening room or the dance hall. Tas has been called one of the most unique of bluesmen plying his trade today. His songs testify to his reputation as a bluesman who is accomplished in, and comfortable with most every style of blues. As a writer Tas wants each song to determine what style is the better fit And that’s why fans love his stuff and critics sing his praises. A versatile repertoire, great vocal and guitar work, and his trademark well-crafted lyrics make Tas’ music an interesting and enjoyable listen. Live performances are captivating – highly entertaining!

Tas Cru is based out of Central New York and performs in multiple formats ranging from solo acoustic to a six-piece backing band. He sings and plays a wide variety of guitars - at home on either electric, acoustic, resonator or cigar box and is known to sprinkle in a bit of harmonica from time to time. Tas is a Delaney Guitars (Austin TX) endorsed artist and is signed to Subcat Records, Syracuse NY.

With four hot albums in the last six years – You Keep the Money, Simmered & Stewed, Memphis Song, and Drive On – in September of this year Cru has a brand new one – the “quasi – acoustic” album Broke Down – Busted Up. Cru was honored with his first Blues Music Award nomination in 2018 with Simmered & Stewed. That album and the two that followed were all recipients of the Syracuse Area Music Awards (the SAMMY’s) for best blues recordings.

https://tascru.com/

Mary Ann Casale is an eclectic singer-songwriter who always delivers an honest performance. Her voice is rich, pure, and refreshingly melodic. Meanwhile, her guitar playing skills are defined by a deft fingerpicking style, which is reminiscent of one of her early and most revered influences—the Reverend Gary Davis. Mary Ann’s music may range from sultry jazz-blues to country blues—with tinges of rootsy folk and Americana—but it is always soulful.

Born on Long Island, NY, Mary Ann started playing music at a very young age. She acquired a taste for jazz and blues from her uncle, Sam Scaffidi—a musician and composer widely known to the New York City music scene as Scuff Rosario. He introduced Mary Ann to the guitar and brought her to see several of the blues greats who came to play the city’s clubs in the ‘60s and ‘70s.

Mary Ann eventually began playing the college-coffeehouse scene as a singer-songwriter and performing as a vocalist in a wide range of small bands. During her late teens and early 20s, she busked her way across the country, mostly playing in bus stations and outside restaurants. She then traded in her vagabond lifestyle for college, marriage, and motherhood.

https://maryanncasale.com/

Rupert Wates was born in London and studied at Oxford University. He has been a full time songwriter since the late 1990s, when he signed a publishing contract with Eaton Music Limited.... In London he worked with some of the best performers in the city. Moving in 2001 to Paris, Wates formed his own quartet and began playing live regularly. In fall 2006 he came to the US. He is now based in New York City and Colorado. Since coming to the US, he has won more than 40 songwriting and performing awards (www.rupertwatesmusic.com/awards).

Rupert Wates averages 120 live shows every year, in front of audiences totaling more than 3,500, in acoustic venues in every state in America, in Canada and in Europe. He performs sometimes alone, sometimes with his trio or his quartet. He prefers smaller listening rooms where the audience is up close and the emphasis is on the music. He was voted an Artist Of The Year in both 2013 and 2016 by the international house concert network Concerts In Your Home (www.concertsinyourhome.com), and for five years running he has been the most booked performer on their database of several hundred artists. In 2018, Wates was a Finalist in the Kerrville New Folk Song Contest, and an Emerging Artist at Falconridge Folk Festival.

https://rupertwatesmusic.com/

The Mid-Atlantic's hottest Blues band performing original work and remakes of Blues greats such as Muddy Waters, Johnny Winter, Robert Cray, the Chambers Brothers and other Blues legends.... Venom Blues appears throughout Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania and rolls out several sets of seriously smokin' Blues tracks that will have you out on the floor "stompin' yo' feet". This ain't your Grandmomma's Blues, so come prepared to hear a little something special and don't be surprised if you get bit by the seduction that is "The Blues"!

With the understanding that The Blues is an art form that deserves serious attention to detail, The Blues also leaves a lot of room for interpretation and innovation. Venom Blues carries that one step further into today's music scene with a bit more edge and a lot more energy. The musical dynamics and variety of styles presented at a Venom Blues show always leaves the crowd "wantin' mo", so c'mon down y'all, don't be shy. Give Venom Blues a try!

Venom Blues was formed in late 2005 by veterans of the Delaware and Northeast music scene, who collectively, have well over a hundred years of musical experience. They were brought together by an extreme desire to rekindle the flames of the artistry known as The Blues and carry it forward to a new generation. Delaware has seen it's share of the best Blues musicians that have toured the world. Venom Blues seeks to carry on that tradition, so keep your eyes open - The Blues can strike real fast...

We'd definitely like to give appreciation to those lovers of "da blues" who continue to make every show special and who have moved us to #4 locally in Wilmington and #33 regionally in Philadelphia on Reverbnation's charts. We thank you!

Due to the dedication of our fans the blues continues its dominance in the musical world!

http://www.venomblues.com/

Singer-songwriter Dan May’s career path has taken more twists and turns than a corkscrew in a hurricane....He has worked as a grave-digger, television cameraman, short-order cook, nuclear missile security guard, gas station attendant, ice cream truck driver, delivery man, amusement park worker and greenhouse laborer; all before the age of 25.

While studying music composition in college, he inadvertently stumbled upon an international opera career that forced him to leave a promising future as a songwriter behind. Cut to 15 years later, and after a vocal cord surgery that left him no longer able to meet the demands of opera, Dan returned to doing what he does best; writing and performing his own songs.

Since his crossover from classical to popular music, Dan has hit the ground running. With six critically acclaimed albums already under his belt, including his 2011 release "Dying Breed" making the Philadelphia Inquirer's list of "Top 10 Albums" of 2011. Dan's latest release, "Heartland" has already received stellar reviews on both coasts.

Dan had been celebrating his birthday's with an annual concert at Jamey's for a number of years to sellout crowds, and we are happy that the tradition is back on track again. This year will be the best ever, although Dan insists he no longer has birthdays.

https://www.danmaycd.com/

Barrelhouse was formed in October of 2007. Since then they have been playing locations throughout the Delmarva region....They have worked hard to build a large following that "Digs" their particular brand of blues. Club & Festival goers alike, agree, that their music is high energy and up in your grille. In 2018 Barrelhouse represented the Central Delaware Blues Society at The International Blues Challenge in Memphis Tennessee. They were one of 270 bands, worldwide, to play on Beale Street in the competition. The boys have opened for numerous well known national blues acts such as, Victor Wainwright, John Primer, Bob Margolin, Ray Fuller, Moreland & Arbuckle, Albert Castiglia, The Night Hawks, and others.... You can find Barrelhouse more and more in the lineup of festivals and major blues locations in the region.

https://barrelhouse.rocks/

Roger career began performing in rock bands in the eastern PA/NJ area, eventually joining the legendary Philadelphia area roots rock band Pickins (Capitol/Ariola), followed by many years of touring and recording with Sharks (Elektra), Robert Hazard (RCA), and many other notable artists. ... Since 2000 roger has released 5 CD's with his band and has regularly performed at blues festivals, clubs and concerts throughout the Mid-Atlantic. In that time he has also recorded and performed with Gary Allegretto (Los Angeles, CA), Sam Cockrell (Chicago, IL), Jimmy Pritchard (DE) and most recently Mike Guldin (PA).

The Roger Girke Band was a top 10 finalist in the 2009 International Blues Challenge as well as receiving two time top tier CD finalist awards in 2005 and 2009.

Roger' s CD releases include:

Roger Girke and The Funkytwisters – “We Got The Funky Blues” Teletone 2001
The Roger Girke Band – “My Baby Loves That Stuff” Teletone 2004 "Top 5 Self-Produced CD" 2005 International Blues Challenge*
The Roger Girke Band – “Shake It” Teletone 2008 “Top 6 Self-Produced CD” award, 2009 International Blues Challenge*
Roger Girke – “Piece Of Work” RG3Records 2013
Roger Girke and The Wandering Souls - "Silver Lining" Teletone 2017
*NEW* release is fully recorded and in post production. Look for a late 2021 release!

https://rogergirke.com/

If you’re longing for some real music that you can feel in your heart, lyrics that speak to your soul, and a live performance with the power to blow the roof off the sky, you can stop right here.... If you’re tired of all the staged choreography, blinding light shows, capes, costumes, lip-synching and auto-tunes that seems to have taken over live performances, you have found a place to rest, refresh, and renew. Welcome to the world of Laura Cheadle.

Along with her Family Band, she has opened for some of the biggest names in the business and won numerous awards, including “Best Indie Jazz/Blues Band” at WXPN sponsored Tri-State Indie Music Awards. She has performed on stages from NYC to London, appeared on 6ABC’s “Tuned In” as the very first viewer’s choice, the “NBC 10” Show, and the National reality show “Next Great Family Band.” Laura was recently featured in Curve Magazine, named one of “100 Women We Love” in Go Magazine, and declared a “Super Woman” in South Jersey Magazine for her active Charity Work.

As Traveler Guitar’s newest Brand Ambassador, her solo career is starting to explode, performing a set at NAMM2020, filming specialized performance and educational video segments for Next Level Guitar’s site, and having recently been honored with the Musician of the Decade award for her body of work and trend-setting style. One of her original compositions was recently included in a popular TV show, and she participated in a Philadelphia Film project with a seamlessly acted feature role in the short film “Ether.”

Never one to measure herself according to the trends of the times or the female singer “flavor of the month,” Laura has carved out her own lane since she began performing as a child, and she has done it the old-fashioned way, on pure talent. Gifted with a voice powerful enough to shake rafters, and tender enough to navigate the entire range of the emotional scale, Laura Cheadle is a singer commanding more than just a listen or a look. Her albums, like her concerts, are an experience. Inseparable from the truth of the songs she writes, the raw emotion that tears out of her reaches deep into your heart with the kind of performance her audiences remember long after the last notes have been played.

https://lauracheadle.com/

Guests will arrive at 10:00pm and enjoy the included all-you-can-eat gourmet Chinese buffet created by Chefs Suyun and Shaofang, with the musical performance running from 11pm to 1am.... With something for everyone, the menu will feature fragrant vegetable fried rice, handmade vegetarian or chicken pan seared dumplings, handmade vegetarian spring rolls, sumptuous emperor's chicken and mouthwatering Chinese eggplant and potato with vegetarian meat, and a spicy cold mango and onion Chinese salad, as well as fresh ground and brewed organic French roast coffee. The bar will be open all night, at additional charge, with a dozen ice cold Crooked Eye Brewery ales and hard ciders on tap, as well as assorted wines and mixed drinks. Comfortable seating at tables allows for enjoyment of food and beverages all night long. We've reduced our seating capacity for covid safety. Our full staff will be on hand to cater to all your needs. Jamey’s is handicap accessible.

Minas Quartet takes Brazilian and American roots to create a sound that is fresh and innovative, from ballads tinged with melancholic traits of Blues and Choro, to Folk coasting on the subtle coolness of a Bossa Nova pulse, to upbeat Sambas elaborated with instrumental jazz improvisation, scat singing and whimsical whistling. With recordings of original music and a collection of over 100 songs, Orlando and Patricia’s compositions have been compared to classics by Cole Porter and Antonio Carlos Jobim. Capturing the essence of great songwriting with memorable melodies, inventive harmonies, and poetic lyrics, the music of Minas is engaging and timeless.

Go ahead and dress up! This will be the see-and-be-seen event of the year. Don't wait to reserve your spot, this night is always a sellot!

http://www.minasmusic.com

Given to loquatious minimalism, the band bills itself as "Music from the Campground to the Main Stage."... At any rate these guys have been a fixture at the Philly Folk Fest pretty much forever, and come together now and then for special shows. This is one of them.

Dave "Veg" Gauck (jug, vocals, washtub bass), Jim Klingler (guitar, jug, vocals), Bob Beach (harmonica, vocals), Frank Zemlan (guitar, vocals), Steve "Mouse" Miller (kazoo, vocals, washboard), "Mandolin" Steve Bornstein (mandolin, cigar box guitar, 2001), Sam Adams (mandolin, vocals, 2001)

https://www.facebook.com/Philadelphia-Jug-Band

“Gabe Stillman has got the chops and the intensity the blues should have. Keep your eye on him!” —Toronzo Cannon, Alligator Recording Artist... “One of the most promising young blues talents on the scene today. He’s a fine songwriter, excellent guitarist and strong singer, plus he puts on an exciting, energized show. His talent has grown by leaps and bounds over the last couple years. Don’t miss him!” - Bruce Iglauer, Founder and President, Alligator Records.

“Gabe is somebody who has it all. His songs move me, he has a way with words. He is an amazing singer, a great songwriter and a wonderful musician.” - Anson Funderburgh, Producer

The Gabe Stillman Band is a three-piece machine that runs at full tilt for every performance. While their sound is unmistakably rooted in the blues, the band draws from the deep well of all American roots music.

Since landing in the final 8 of the 35th Annual International Blues Challenge in Memphis TN, and being further honored as the recipient of the esteemed Gibson Guitar Award, Gabe and his band have been focused on expanding their footprint on a national and international level.

Based in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, Gabe formed the band in 2015, shortly after graduating from Boston’s Berklee College of Music.

Gabe’s first self-produced release “The Grind” received wide acclaim. Gabe’s 2nd release, “Flying’ High” features him backed by legendary band, The Nighthawks. Gabe’s most current project, his first full-length release with 15 tracks and 13 originals, is on the Boston-based, Vizztone Record Label. This robust project was guided by famed musician and producer Anson Funderburgh.

“Just Say the Word” has connected with radio, industry reviews, and the enthusiastic buying power of Stillman’s growing fanbase. “Just Say the Word” continues to chart on the Roots Music Radio chart, recently reaching #5. Singles from the release continue to chart as well. Fan support is evident with “Just Say the Word” debuting at #10 on the Billboard Blues Chart. Release reviews are strong as evident and consistent with this recent review from Jim Hynes and Music Scene: [Just Say The Word], is a brilliant, auspicious debut from one who has the complete package. Gabe Stillman’s future is bright. Jim Hynes, Music Scene Magazine.

https://www.gabestillman.com/

Performs nationally, in theaters, clubs, fire halls, pizza shops...anywhere that wants his brand of intelligent and dark humor.... Zack has participated in several comedy festivals, including the cinder block comedy festival in Brooklyn, Baltimore comedy festival, the Meadowlands comedy festival and Altercation Fest. He was part of the Devil Cup comedy competition on Long Island and was the 1st place winner of NEPA scenes got talent's inaugural competition. He has produced four comedy albums, "Sorrow Tree" "Appalling", "Utilitarian" and most recently, “…Because I’m Considerate”. He has performed at Wisecrackers, Sully’s Comedy Cellar, Eastville Comedy club, Joker’s Comedy club and the Cutter Theatre.

Comedian from Pennsylvania who has won multiple competitions, performed in clubs and theaters up and down the east coast and has produced two comedy albums. In 2010 I won NEPA Comedy Idol and hosted is the following year. Just recently in May of 2012 I filmed my first hour long performance (which you can purchase on this page through paypal). Venues I have performed at include Wisecrackers, The store front theater in NY, The Crimson Lion and Brew Works.

https://www.facebook.com/zackhammcomic

The Jackson Taylor Band is a young, extremely talented blues-rock group based out of the Philadelphia suburbs of New Jersey.... Entertaining crowds between NYC, Baltimore, Lancaster, and all major shore towns, JTB specializes in rocking blues tunes written by the greats; BB King, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Walter Trout, Joe Bonamassa and many others. With original renditions of these well known tunes, JTB has received overwhelming positive feedback from the many patrons of their gigs. Notes of jazz and rock nuances gives them their own unique sound, and makes every song that they play like their own.

The Jackson Taylor band has been discovered by the legendary Walter Trout who has taken them under his wing, and features them as a supporting act on his tours.

The young blues phenomenon, Parijita will be opening for JTB!

Age: 16 She goes to Severna Park High school and has been performing from the age of 13 on stage. she is lead vocalist in her band Soul and has performed at various venues including MGM National harbor, Annapolis, Philadelphia, Baltimore and also on Beale Street Memphis. Parijita sings Blues, Soul, R&B.

https://www.facebook.com/thejacksontaylorband

https://www.facebook.com/parijitasings

Somewhere near the intersection of Norah Jones and Billie Holiday, you will find Philadelphia’s soulful and stylish singer, Maci Miller.... Whether she’s interpreting the Great American Songbook or her own compositions, Maci captivates and entertains audiences around the globe with her unique vocal blend of jazz, pop, and blues.

As a young girl, Maci discovered her grandparent’s vast collection of vinyl, and after studying every great artist from Ella to Ellington, she honed her vocal skills and made her debut in local clubs and at special events.

On recordings and live on stage, Maci has worked with some of the greatest in the business, including trumpeter Steve Jankowski (Nile Rodgers, Chicago), saxophonist Larry McKenna (Woody Herman, Buddy DeFranco), Dean Schneider (former M.D. for the late Diahann Carroll), Demitrious Pappas (Smokey Robinson’s Musical Dir.), and the late, great George Mesterhazy (Shirley Horn), to name just a few.

Maci has sung in legendary rooms such as the The Jazz Standard and Danny’s Skylight Room in NYC, Ortliebs and Chris’s Jazz Cafe in Philadelphia, Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, and Bally’s, Harrah’s and the Claridge in Atlantic City. Her travels have also taken her to the iconic Bamboo Bar in Bangkok,Thailand for several extended runs. Adding to her extensive musical experiences, Maci is a featured guest vocalist with numerous notable symphonic orchestras, big band and pops concerts, and cruise ships. In addition to working with the finest jazz players in top tier rooms, her latest passion is fronting the fabulous Philly Blues Kings every Sunday at Jamey's House of Music in Lansdowne, PA.

Maci’s other creative endeavors as an actor, model, and spokesperson have afforded her numerous appearances on film (The Sixth Sense), print (Women’s World Magazine), and television (Law and Order), to name a few. Her charitable contributions include a lullaby entitled “Butterfly Moon”, originally composed for her daughter, which she contributed to a CD for The Mercy Center in Bangkok, which gives aid to orphans and children living with HIV.

An accomplished songwriter, Maci has released 3 CD’s and has had notable collaborations and licensing/publishing deals with Disney, as well as international jazz releases in Asia. A selection from her all-original big band album, “A Very Good Night”, was featured nationally at MAC Cosmetics counters.

https://macimusic.com/

Heavily influenced by the music emanating from the old stereo, she sang along to the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Joni Mitchell and Fleetwood Mac.... Soon, her parents would sit on the stairs and listen to the voice they didn’t know their daughter had. They then facilitated her audition for the prestigious high school Baltimore School for the Arts (Christian Siriano, Jada Pinkett-Smith, Tupac Shakur), where she began her rigorous vocal and musical training.

There, Carrie learned 18th Century counterpoint, studied opera and chamber music as a Lyric Mezzo-Soprano. She graduated in 1999 and then went on to the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, receiving her Bachelor Degree in Music in 2003. She continued to live in Philadelphia, working as a background vocalist. Carrie began writing songs purely for therapeutic release, and convinced a suburban studio to allow her to record her work tapes. This first batch of songs planted the seeds for her journey to Tennessee.

Carrie’s EP opens with the soaring title track, where her vocals are slightly reminiscent to those of fellow country star Jo Dee Messina…another gorgeous vocal is “Belly of the Beast,” similar to the vocals of Reba McEntire. Carrie is indeed on a mission: to deliver the best music possible to her country fans and she succeeds in this goal. She sings with a lot of soul and passion.. It garners 5 out of 5 stars.” – Examiner.com

In 2013, DigitalJournal.com selected Woman On a Mission as one of the Top 10 Best Female Country Albums. She was also selected by the Country Music Association as one of the Artists to Watch in 2013, which described her as rising into the Country Music sky bright, fast, and impossible to ignore.”

In 2015, Carrie began work on her latest studio effort, Hearts Beat. Once again, she teamed up with producer Kent Wells, and laid bare some of her most honest, and free- form music to date. Hearts Beat began as a writing exercise, absent of big commercial aspirations and a cookie-cutter approach. Upon discovering she was pregnant with her first child, Carrie began to simply create, without trying to fit into any specific genre or musical feel. What emerged is something more honest, vocally and lyrically. This fresh take on the themes of love, redemption and unapologetic authenticity shine brightly in a sea of sameness.

https://carriezaruba.com/

Nashville based artist, Max Gall, is known for his unique chord structures and rhythmic acoustic guitar playing.... His unique style and love of alternate tunings comes from an interest as a kid in players like Don Ross and Antoine Dufour, though before discovering that style he was raised on Neil Young, Eddie Vedder and The Rolling Stones. Structuring songs became a way Max could express himself; an escape from the world around him that allowed him to unwind and reset. Max brings a new and unique sound to alternative music, combining the sounds of classic and radio friendly rock with ambient and progressive elements.

https://www.facebook.com/maxgallmusic/

Bruce Katz is a legendary keyboardist (Hammond B3 and Piano) who has released 11 albums as a leader and has appeared on over 75 other CDs with the likes of John Hammond, Delbert McClinton, Ronnie Earl, Little Milton, Butch Trucks, Duke Robillard, David "Fathead" Newman, and many, many others.... He has also had a strong musical connection with the Allman Brothers Band, and was a member of Gregg Allman's band for six years (2007-2013), Jamoe's Jasssz Band (2010-2015), Butch Trucks' Freight Train Band and Les Brers (2015-2017). Bruce also occasionally toured with the Allman Brothers as well.

Bruce is a six time (2008, 2009, 2010, 2015, 2019, 2020) Nominee for the Blues Music Award (W.C. Handy Award) for "Pinetop Perkins Piano Player of the Year", selected by the Blues Foundation of Memphis, TN. He won the BMA for Acoustic Blues Album of the Year in 2019 for his collaboration with Joe Louis Walker and Giles Robson for Journeys to the Heart of the Blues and is nominated again in 2020 for the same award for his acoustic piano album Solo Ride. He was also nominated for "Outstanding Musician (Keyboards)" by Living Blues Magazine in 2015 and 2019.

He is a unique player and composer who combines Blues and American Roots music with elements of jazz, and improvisational rock music that creates a signature sound that is all is own.

Bruce was an Associate Professor at the Berklee College of Music for fourteen years (1996-2010), teaching Harmony, Hammond organ labs, Blues History and Private Piano Instruction.

Bruce began playing piano at age 5 and has a lengthy background in classical piano. After hearing a Bessie Smith record when he was 10 years old, he started teaching himself blues and early jazz on the piano. He then heard boogie-woogie and swing music and continued his musical journey into more aspects of jazz and American roots music. Bruce attended Berklee College of Music in the mid-1970s, studying Composition and Performance.

For the next fifteen years, he performed with many of the leading musicians in New England, and played “on the road” for long stretches of time. In the early 1980s, Bruce played with Big Mama Thornton on her East Coast tours and this experience revived his desire to play Blues Music as a primary focus.

After a particularly long stint of touring in the late '80s with Barrence Whitfield and the Savages, he decided to come off the road and enrolled at the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston where he earned a Master's degree in Jazz Performance and studied with Geri Allen, Paul Bley, Cecil McBee, and George Russell. It was during this time that he conceived of and started writing music that became the Bruce Katz Band.

In 1992, he met Ronnie Earl, who soon invited him to join his band, The Broadcasters. During his nearly five-year stint with Earl, Katz toured the world and performed on six albums, writing and co- writing many of the tunes, such as "The Colour of Love," "Ice Cream Man," and "Hippology." The album “Grateful Heart” (Bullseye) won the Downbeat Critics Poll for Best Blues Album of 1996.

In 1992 as well, Katz debuted his first solo album, "Crescent Crawl", on the AudioQuest label. He released "Transformation" the following year. Just before the release of "Mississippi Moan" in 1997, his third solo album, Katz left the Broadcasters to concentrate on a solo career. At that point, the Bruce Katz Band began touring the U.S. and Europe, and has been his ongoing focus, in addition to his many other projects.

In these years, Bruce played with Duke Robillard (2001-02), John Hammond (2005 – present), Gregg Allman (2007-13), Delbert McClinton (2011-2014) and many other high profile roots, blues, and rock performers, while continuing to tour and record with his own band.

His albums have consistently appeared high on the national and international radio play charts and have garnered critical and popular acclaim.

Bruce has also been the subject of feature stories and reviews in most of the leading blues and jazz publications throughout the world.

In addition to performing, Katz teaches piano, Hammond organ and theory privately at his studio in West Shokan, NY. Bruce teaches long-distance online "Skype" lessons as well. He also conducts Master Classes in Blues/Jazz Piano Style and History, Hammond B3 and Blues History, which he has done at various schools, universities and music festivals worldwide.

Formerly from Boston, Bruce has been based in Woodstock, NY since 2005.

https://www.brucekatzband.com/

Blues lovers and players have made Jamey's their home away from home, and know that this is the best place to come for some really good and inexpensive eats, ales on tap from Crooked Eye Brewery, fresh ground coffee and espresso, great music, and friendly people. The vibe is home-like and cool, and the sound is out of this world. Jamey's provides a full... professional grade backline, so players only need to bring their instrument or personal microphone to jump up on stage and jam.

The open mic jam runs from 1 pm to 3 pm, and the smoking hot Philly Blues Kings lays down a set from noon to 1 pm to get things rolling.

Blues lovers new and old can come to play, eat, drink, chat and enjoy a day soaked in the blues. Many guests also like to host gatherings or parties during the brunch, as there are tables and chairs for dining, and comfortable seats to listen to the music - and it does not cost them a thing to meet up there! Plus, it is wheelchair accessible, and has plenty of free local parking. Being right in the center of downtown Lansdowne, next to the train station, there is abundant public transportation as well.

Check out the mouth watering brunch menu on our menu page. We have instituted a $5 food or drink minimum per person to help keep the lights on.

No reservations are needed. Just load up some friends and head on down!

Blues Jam Guidelines
This is a BLUES jam, not a generic open mic. Your set should focus on blues music only. Please do not attempt other genres or you may be cut off.
You must sign your name and instrument on the clipboard list first if you want to play.
Guests will play between 2 to 4 songs depending upon the backlog of guests. Please have your set list and keys ready. Keep the tunes simple so everyone can play without learning your material.
Tune up before you get up to play.
Singers should bring their own mic. If you use our mic, you will be handed a sanitary cover to place on the mic before use, and self-remove to the trash after you are finished.
Keep each song under 5 minutes.
The jam is for beginners as well as experts, but players should be at least moderately proficient on their instrument of choice.
Control dynamics. If you can't hear the vocalist or the lead instrument, then consider yourself too loud. Watch your volume and turn it down, if asked.
Players should vacate the stage area as quickly as possible, so the next group can get up.
You can sign up again at the bottom of the list after your set. Everyone gets a chance to play once.

http://www.phillyblueskings.com

Jamey's is proud to be the newest home base for the Philadelphia region's world class jazz community. We welcome players and lovers of all things jazz to come and hang your hat and enjoy an evening of outstanding live music, at no cover charge, in our cool and classy listening room and restaurant. We feature a full professional... backline including a dual manual Hammond organ with leslie, Nord keyboard, Bucks County drums and an assortment of top quality amplifiers... not to mention the best sound system of any small club on the east coast.

The Dave Reiter Trio lays down the backing for some out of this world jazz to happen, and you never know who might show up to join in. Reiter is a long time jazz pro, and is equally at home on the 7 string guitar, Nord keyboard or our top of the line Hammond organ setup. Bill Marconi is on drums, his name is known to jazz aficionados around the world. Holding down the bottom on most nights, is first-call Philly bassist, George Livanos.

Doors open at 6pm for dinner, no reservations needed, and the music generally starts at 8pm. There is abundant local free parking, and we are a few steps from the Lansdowne train from Philly. We feature fresh cold ales on tap from the Crooked Eye Brewery, Fresh brewed Green Street Coffee, espressos and our excellent dinner menu earns rave reviews... all at modest prices. We have instituted a $5 food or drink minimum per person to help keep the lights on. Our friendly staff is at your service.

Won't you join us for a great night out?

Jazz Jam Guidelines
This is a JAZZ jam, not a generic open mic. Your set should focus on jazz music only. Please do not attempt other genres or you may be cut off.
You must sign your name and instrument on the clipboard list first if you want to play.
Guests will play between 2 to 4 songs depending upon the backlog of guests. Please have your set list and keys ready. Keep the tunes simple so everyone can play without learning your material.
Tune up before you get up to play.
Singers should bring their own mic. If you use our mic, you will be handed a sanitary cover to place on the mic before use, and self-remove to the trash after you are finished.
Keep each song under 5 minutes.
The jam is for beginners as well as experts, but players should be at least moderately proficient on their instrument of choice.
Control dynamics. If you can't hear the vocalist or the lead instrument, then consider yourself too loud. Watch your volume and turn it down, if asked.
Players should vacate the stage area as quickly as possible, so the next group can get up.
You can sign up again at the bottom of the list after your set. Everyone gets a chance to play once.