FUN This Saturday 'BE HEAR' 8 PM at Blue Bottle

Freddie King Is A Blues Master

THEBLUEBLOGGER posted a cool new story. Go here.. http://thebluesblogger.com/750/freddie-king-is-a-blues-master
Photo by Tony the Misfit

Black Coffee, By K.D. Lang and Grover Washington Jr. on YOUTUBE

'Lonnie Williams Group' Tomorrow In Seattle

From Stefan Abuan on Phatfunkblues---

The fantastic Lonnie Williams will be playing at The New Orleans Cajun Restaurant, in Seattle’s Pioneer Square. The show runs from 9:00 PM-1:00 AM, on Saturday, August 29. Come party with the band and the rest of the crowd.
Lonnie hails from Beaumont, Texas and plays saxophone like there’s no tomorrow…who knows? There may be no tomorrow, so why not play for your life every opportunity you have? That’s Lonnie’s philosophy whenever he steps onto the stage.
The band features Lonnie Williams (saxophones & vocals); Steve Nowak (guitar & vocals); Mikel Rollins (electric bass & vocals); Eric Wilcox (drums); and Stefan Abuan (guitar & vocals).
We will be playing a mixture of Jazz, Funk, Blues, with a heavy infusion of Soul.

Stefan Abuan plays with us in 'BE HEAR'. Let's go out and support the talented musicians that work so hard to bring live music into lives. Have a great gig Stefan. Jan

To go to Stefan's website, go to www.phatfunkblues.com

Ike And Tina Turner--Proud Mary-- From Youtube

Kenny WilliamSon Appearing With 'Be Hear' on Sept 5th

Kenny WilliamSon is a fine drummer. 'Be Hear' is honored to have him perform with them on Saturday, Sept. 5th at the Blue Bottle in Yelm at 8 PM.
'BE HEAR' featuring the lovely Cara Clarke on vocals, Stefan Abuan/Guitar and Bartlett On Bass. It'll be a great show. Music is from 8 PM to 10:30 PM. And, there's lots of great food and drink at the Blue Bottle. Michelle Jones always has fantastic specials, soups, sandwiches, organic espresso, beer and wine too.
Thank you Kenny. For Kenny WilliamSon go here.. http://www.knznet.com/jd.html and http://www.knznet.com/

WHERE: Blue Bottle Cafe 8PM
309 East Yelm Avenue- 360/458-4611
http://www.bluebottlerocks.com/

Be At The Swiss On Sunday

News from Al Earick...From Facebook.

Alvin R. Earick Hey Jan, yeah my band is backing Alice Stewart at 4:00pm and then we are playing again at 7:00pm as the Al Earick Band. Are y'all showing up?
Again, From Facebook--Alvin R. Earick Y'all got to come out to the Swiss on Sunday to support the benefit to send the Blues Redemption and JD Hobson to Memphis! They are our ares rep for the International Blues Challenge. Make us proud!
Photo from Al's Facebook Site.

WHERE: The Swiss Pub
1904 Jefferson Ave
Tacoma, WA 98402-1608
(253) 572-2821
http://www.theswisspub.com/

Doug Skoog News

From Facebook--Doug W Skoog Blues Redemption hosts Paul Green on the thu. night dinner showcase at the Emperial Dragon 7:00 to 10:00. fri night the 29th blues redemption at Liquid Soul 8:00 to 11:00 in mckenna Wa. Sun is the back to memphis at the Swiss a day and night of the blues, yah hoot, bring a foot and tap it . Skoog

From Al Earick on Facebook--Alvin R. Earick Y'all got to come out to the Swiss on Sunday to support the benefit to send the Blues Redemption and JD Hobson to Memphis! They are our ares rep for the International Blues Challenge. Make us proud!

WHERE: The Swiss Pub
1904 Jefferson Ave
Tacoma, WA 98402-1608
(253) 572-2821
http://www.theswisspub.com/

WHERE: Liquid Soul Coffee Roasters
15025 90th South
McKenna, Washington
360/400-soul
http://www.liquidsoulcoffee.com/Closed.html [directions]

Boz Scaggs 1969 Loan Me A Dime

Thanks to THEBLUESBLOGGER for this story. Go here.. http://thebluesblogger.com/499/boz-scaggs-1969-loan-me-a-dime
Photo by Pink Sherbet Photography

Bartlett Photo 1971-'Good Blessing'

New photo posted on PNW Bands for Bartlett, taken in 1971. Bartlett is 20 years old[in back with glasses] in this photo. Taken in Seattle Washington.
From the site. "The original Good Blessing was formed and named by Mike Jamboretz and Larry Taverner. They performed in coffee houses until King Radio discovered them at a festival at the University of Washington. King Radio auditioned Larry and Mike for the summer gig. The producer wanted to add a female vocalist to the duo. Linda Helland was part of that audition and was added to the duo that day. Steve Bartlett joined the group prior to the first performance. The final version of the group lasted a few months. "
Go to PNWBANDS here
http://pnwbands.com/goodblessing.html
Photo from the site.

Typhoon 7 Tonight, And Jessica Blinn Quintet Tomorrow

Message from Daven, Photo from Jessica: Thanks Jan

Hello friends,Daven here.

Just wanted to let you know about some dates I have in the next few weeks.

Hope to see you all soon,

D-Go Go Typhoon 7 interview on KAOS 89.3fm Monday8/24 @ 6pm-

Jessica Blinn Quintet at OlySwing swing dance,

Eagle's Hall 805 4th Ave E Tuesday 8/25 @ 7:30pm-

Go Go Typhoon 7 at Buzz's Tavern 5018 Mud Bay Rd NW Olympia 8/30 @ 7pm

Photo by B+B Photography, Mossyrock Jazz Festival, Jessica Blinn Quintet, 2009.

Cancer Benefit 'Be Hear' 5 PM-Spanaway

Today, Sunday,August 23rd, There's a great opportunity to hear several top bands all under one roof in Spanaway. Please support this Bikers Against Cancer Benefit Night organized by Ms. Shelly Ely at 'Uncle Sam's Bar And Grill.. Music begins at 2PM, gos to 10PM.Come join us.
Hear all your favorites.
Some bands performing are:
A.K.
Be Hear w/Cara Clarke
4 On The Floor
Careless Hunter w/ Laurie Johnson
Big Nasty w/Shelly Ely
Corey Wilds
And from 9PM to 10PM An ALL-STAR Jam.
I'll be there. Bartlett will be sitting in with 'Careless Hunter' [7PM] and will be with Cara Clarke , Stefan Abuan and Tom Murphy in 'Be Hear'.[5PM] Come support this benefit.

WHERE:8/23/2009 2:00 PM at Cancer Benefit at Uncle Sam’s Bar & Grill
16003 Pacific Ave,
253-507-7808
Spanaway, Washington 98387-8259
http://www.unclesamsbarandgrill.com/
Photo by dutchtl.

See You Tonight at the Blue Bottle

Tonight, Saturday, August 22nd,
at 8PM ...what a treat. 'Be Hear' performing at the Blue Bottle Cafe in Yelm. Show from 8PM 'til 10:30PM. 'Be Hear' Featuring the lovely Cara Clarke/vocals, Stefan Abuan/guitar and my Bartlett On Bass.
There's lots of great food and drink at the Blue Bottle. Michelle always has fantastic specials, organic espressos, beer and wine too. Join us tonight.

WHERE: Blue Bottle Cafe 8PM

309 East Yelm Avenue- 360/458-4611

http://www.bluebottlerocks.com/
Photo by kolandracas.

Be Cool

'Be Hear' This Saturday Blue Bottle 8PM

This Saturday night, August 22nd at 8PM be at the Blue Bottle, 309 Yelm Ave. East in Yelm, for a great show by 'Be Hear'. It's fun...just look below. Dancing, singing, laughing, friends.. And fabulous food and drink...all at one place. Organic espresso, beer, wine, specials, soups, sandwiches. WOW. I'll be there.

Image by Cara Clarke.

WHERE: Blue Bottle Cafe 8PM

309 East Yelm Avenue

360/458-4611

http://www.bluebottlerocks.com/

This Saturday 8PM Blue Bottle

The Robert Cray Band.'This Time' Keeps You Rockin

Thanks THEBLUESBLOGGER for this. The Robert Cray Band's new Album 'This Time'. Read it here.. http://thebluesblogger.com/743/the-robert-cray-band-new-album-this-time-keeps-you-rockin
Photo by Xopher Smith

Wild Women Don't Get The Blues

Photo by Flemming Olsen. 'Be Hear'. From Last Saturday Night's Gig at Blue Bottle Cafe. Cara Clarke, Steve Bartlett and Remus Claude.

Elvis Changed Country And Bluegrass..Not Just Rock And Roll

Informative article on Elvis Preasly's influence on music. Go here.. http://www.examiner.com/x-18972-Lexington-Country-Music-Examiner~y2009m8d16-Elvis-changing-the-face-of-country--bluegrass-music
Photo by oddsock

Tonight Be At The Blue Bottle. Live Music 8PM To 10:30

Tonight , Saturday, August 15th, from 8PM 'til 10:30PM there will be great live music at the 'Blue Bottle Cafe' in Yelm. That's 309 Yelm Avenue East.

I'm really excited and looking forward to tonight. 'Be Hear' featuring the lovely Cara Clarke on vocals. AND backing her up-there's Stefan Abuan/guitar, Bartlett On Bass AND guest drummer, Tom Murphy. Sounds like a fantastic show to me.

Michelle Jones will have lots of good things to eat too. Salads, soups, sandwiches and specials. Organic espresso, beer and wine. WOW. I'll be there.

WHERE: Blue Bottle Cafe 8PM
309 East Yelm Avenue
360/458-4611
http://www.bluebottlerocks.com/

Today, August 15th. It's Been 40 Years Since Woodstock

Groovy, cool, peace--It's been 40 years today since 'Woodstock'. Read it here.. http://www.voanews.com/english/2009-08-14-voa46.cfm
Image by mil8

Tomorrow Blue Bottle 8PM 'Be Hear' Featuring Cara Clarke

'Be Hear' will be performing tomorrow, Saturday, August 15th 8PM at the 'Blue Bottle Cafe' in Yelm, featuring lovely Cara Clarke on vocals.

What a wonderful night. Cara Clarke/vocals, Stefan Abuan/guitar and my Bartlett On Bass AND a special guest drummer, Tom Murphy for this show. We're very excited about playing with Tom; he has BIG credentials, having been with Robert Cray’s band.

Come earily stay the whole show[music 8PM to 10:30] have a bite to eat. Michelle always has great food, soups, salads, and specials. Organic espresso, beer and wine too.

WHERE: Blue Bottle Cafe 8PM
309 East Yelm Avenue
360/458-4611
http://www.bluebottlerocks.com/

Waynes Inn Tonight ' Al Earick'

Tonight, Thursday, August 13th hear Al Earick, at 'Waynes Inn' in Puyallup. This is what Al says on FACEBOOK. "Alvin R. Earick What's on my mind? Thunder and lightning, it's kool from inside, but I'm playing outside tonite at Waynes Inn, in Puyallup. With a metal light rack around the stage!! Yikes!!". Sounds like 'an exciting electric show'.

WHERE: Wayne's Inn

1902 Main

Puyallup, Wa.

http://www.waynesinn.com/

Photo by guitar blues by Rodrigo Moraes.

'Be Hear' Saturday, the 15th 8PM Blue Bottle In Yelm

Great Live Music Cancer Benefit. Several Bands. Sunday 23rd In Spanaway

Here's a great opportunity to hear several top bands all under one roof. Sunday, August 23rd in Spanaway, Washington--so close too. Please support this Bikers Against Cancer Benefit Night organized by Ms. Shelly Ely at 'Uncle Sam's Bar And Grill.. Music begins at 3PM, gos to 10PM.
Come join us. Hear all your favorites.

Some bands performing on Sunday are:
A.K.
Be Hear w/Cara Clarke
4 On The Floor
Careless Hunter w/ Laurie Johnson
Big Nasty w/Shelly Ely
Corey Wilde

And from 9PM to 10PM An ALL-STAR Jam.

I'll be there. Bartlett will be sitting in with 'Careless Hunter' [7PM] and will be with Cara Clarke , Stefan Abuan and Tom Murphy in 'Be Hear'.[5PM] Come support this benefit.

WHERE:
8/23/2009 3:00 PM at Cancer Benefit at Uncle Sam’s Bar & Grill
16003 Pacific Ave,
253-507-7808
Spanaway, Washington 98387-8259
Cost: Donation
Photo by midiman

'Still Got The Blues' By GARY MOORE

'Be Hear' Blue Bottle August 15th

'Be Hear' will be performing on Saturday, August 15th 8PM at the 'Blue Bottle Cafe' in Yelm, featuring lovely Cara Clarke on vocals.
What a wonderful night. Cara Clarke/vocals, Stefan Abuan/guitar and my Bartlett On Bass AND a special guest drummer, Tom Murphy for this show. We're very excited about playing with Tom; he has BIG credentials, having been with Robert Cray’s band.
Come earily stay the whole show[music 8PM to 10:30] have a bite to eat. Michelle always has great food, soups, salads, and specials. Organic espresso, beer and wine too.
Image by Cara Clarke.

WHERE: Blue Bottle Cafe 8PM
309 East Yelm Avenue
360/458-4611
http://www.bluebottlerocks.com/

Tal Is Amazing..Bass Solo

The World Of Blues

Ever heard a blues mandolin? Me neither. Go here.. http://bit.ly/Ys5H2
Photo by opticalreflex

Great Live Music This Month--Just Look-Click For Music

San Jose Jazz Festival This Week End

Thanks, THEBLUESBLOGGER.

20th Annual San Jose #Jazz #Festival this weekend - Great #blues too, take a look - http://bit.ly/11uZNs
Photo by Photo by guitar blues by Rodrigo Moraes.

Dick Metcalf's IMPROVIJAZZATION 'zine

Just got this note from Dick Metcalf--

Just to let you know that ISSUE #93 of IMPROVIJAZZATION NATION ‘zine is POSTED & available on the web – you, or one of your artists, is IN it!

It’s at: http://zzaj.freehostia.com/zzaj93.htm

Let's spread spread the word to artists, other promoters & publishers & friends about this fine magazine!
Photo from Dick Metcalf, aka Rotcod Zzaj
indieonestop.com

Elbe Bar And Grill Next Saturday With 'Eclipse'

Next Saturday Night, August 8th, 9PM, be in Elbe, Washington to hear 'Eclipse'. ECLISPE is Tod Lemkuhl/guitar/vocals, Michael Harrison/drums and Bartlett On Bass. 'Eclipse' will be playing at the ELBE BAR AND GRILL from 9PM til 1AM.

There's good food . Lots of cold beer, wine and dancing. Hamburgers, Fries, Pizzas, Nachos and Steak dinners too. See you there.
Relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy yourself.
'ECLIPSE' Live Music 8/8/09-- 9PM to 1AM.

WHERE:Elbe Tavern or Elbe Bar And Grill:
54312 182d Av Ct E
Elbe, WA(360) 569-2545
[From Tacoma--Take Hwy 7 to Elbe.Go through Elbe.At Morton bridge/cut-off-Elbe Bar And Grill on left.]

'Be Hear' Gig for 8th--Now on August 15th And 22nd

The Gig on August 8th for 'Be Hear' at the 'Blue Bottle Cafe' has been changed to Saturday, August 15th 8PM and Saturday, August 22nd. 'Be Hear' features the lovely Cara Clarke doing vocals, with Stefan Abuan/guitar and Bartlett On Bass.

WHERE: Blue Bottle Cafe 8PM
309 East Yelm Avenue
360/458-4611
http://www.bluebottlerocks.com/