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April 5 - Brad Vickers And His Vestapolitans, with Special Guest Sunny Lowdown
Guitarist / songwriter BRAD VICKERS learned on the job playing, recording, and touring with America’s blues and roots masters: Pinetop Perkins, Jimmy Rogers, Hubert Sumlin, Bo Diddley, Chuck Berry, Odetta, Sleepy LaBeef, and Rosco Gordon—to name only a few. Brad cut his teeth backing up these elder statesmen. He had the good fortune to play on Pinetop Perkins’ Grammy-nominated discs, “Born in the Delta”(Telarc), and “Ladies’ Man” (MC Records).
Now his own group, THE VESTAPOLITANS, offers a good-time, crowd-pleasing mix of blues, jump, and great American roots ’n’ roll. Back out touring they have been warmly received at the 2024 Clinton Blues Festival, the 2023 Bucks County Blues Fest, and the 2021 Blues Bash at the Ranch Festival. Past performances include the Bucks County Blues Society Picnic, the Pennsylvania Blues Festival, the Easton, PA Garlic Festival, and headlining the 2017 Thouars, France Blues Festival. All their CDs have met with terrific reviews (Downbeat gives them ****½ stars), “Best Of” lists, and great radio play. But most important, audiences love them!
Now his own group, THE VESTAPOLITANS, offers a good-time, crowd-pleasing mix of blues, jump, and great American roots ’n’ roll. Back out touring they have been warmly received at the 2024 Clinton Blues Festival, the 2023 Bucks County Blues Fest, and the 2021 Blues Bash at the Ranch Festival. Past performances include the Bucks County Blues Society Picnic, the Pennsylvania Blues Festival, the Easton, PA Garlic Festival, and headlining the 2017 Thouars, France Blues Festival. All their CDs have met with terrific reviews (Downbeat gives them ****½ stars), “Best Of” lists, and great radio play. But most important, audiences love them!
Vermont Blues Society Annual Meeting & Concert, January 23, 2025
The Vermont Blues Society had a great annual meeting this year. There was a large turnout and we had fantastic music. Thanks to all who participated. We look forward to an active 2025! Here are the artists who performed:
Bob Stannard is recognized as one of Vermont’s premier blues singers and harmonica players. He’s had the privilege of performing with Vermont’s best musicians as well as national artist such as the late, great BB King. He’s coming out of retirement to do this show for the Vermont Blues Society.
Gina Coleman has been nominated for two Independent Blues Awards for writing songs in the Best Contemporary Blues category. Gina and the band have had the pleasure of recording with Neville Brothers, Eric Gales, Kat Riggins, Matt Cusson, Early Times and Joe Louis Walker. They have also opened for blues staples: Tab Benoit, John Primer, Roomful Of Blues, Albert Cummings and Michael Powers. Musical influences include Koko Taylor, Bessie Smith, Big Mama Thornton, Ruth Brown, Billie Holiday, Tuck & Patti, and the Tedeschi Trucks Band.
As a journalist and novelist, Stephen Kiernan has published nearly five million words. His newspaper work garnered dozens of awards, including the George Polk Award for medical reporting, the Scripps Howard National Journalism Award, and the Freedom of Information Award from the Joseph Brechner Center for Freedom of Information at the University of Florida. In addition, he’s also a killer guitarist and vocalist!!
Doug Whynott is a specialist at boogie-woogie style piano and features the creations of Sammy Price, a legendary blues pianist and house musician for Decca records in the early days of blues recordings.
Bob Stannard is recognized as one of Vermont’s premier blues singers and harmonica players. He’s had the privilege of performing with Vermont’s best musicians as well as national artist such as the late, great BB King. He’s coming out of retirement to do this show for the Vermont Blues Society.
Gina Coleman has been nominated for two Independent Blues Awards for writing songs in the Best Contemporary Blues category. Gina and the band have had the pleasure of recording with Neville Brothers, Eric Gales, Kat Riggins, Matt Cusson, Early Times and Joe Louis Walker. They have also opened for blues staples: Tab Benoit, John Primer, Roomful Of Blues, Albert Cummings and Michael Powers. Musical influences include Koko Taylor, Bessie Smith, Big Mama Thornton, Ruth Brown, Billie Holiday, Tuck & Patti, and the Tedeschi Trucks Band.
As a journalist and novelist, Stephen Kiernan has published nearly five million words. His newspaper work garnered dozens of awards, including the George Polk Award for medical reporting, the Scripps Howard National Journalism Award, and the Freedom of Information Award from the Joseph Brechner Center for Freedom of Information at the University of Florida. In addition, he’s also a killer guitarist and vocalist!!
Doug Whynott is a specialist at boogie-woogie style piano and features the creations of Sammy Price, a legendary blues pianist and house musician for Decca records in the early days of blues recordings.
Discover Jazz Festival Joe Moore Tribute Was A Big Success!
There was a great artist lineup, a big audience turnout and a lot of love expressed for Joe Moore at the Joe Moore tribute on June 9, 2024. Thanks to Discover Jazz, The Flynn and everyone else involved for making this such a big success.
Harmonica Ace Jason Ricci Performed At Main Street Landing April 3
Following the tragic death of his drummer John Peter Perkins mid-tour, award-winning jazz, funk and blues harmonica player, singer and songwriter Jason Ricci decided to meet his commitment to perform at the VBS-sponsored concert at Main Street Landing on April 3rd, backed by the band of award-winning blues pianist Anthony Geraci. We are grateful for Jason's decision as well as Anthony's support, as it was a great show. Our sincere condolences to Jason and the friends and family of John Peter Perkins.
A Warm Welcome To New VBS Board of Directors Robin Galbraith and Bob Stannard
Both Robin and Bob have a love of the blues and extensive experience organizing events and working with communities. We look forward to working with them to bring our members VBS sponsored events in the coming months.
Jontavious Willis returned to Burlington on Feb. 9, 2024, w/ special guest Paul Asbell, Sponsored by The Vermont Blues Society
Special Annual Meeting, Film Showing And Concert Dec. 14 Was A Great Success!
Thanks To All Who Attended!
After the Annual VBS meeting on December 14 the Vermont Blues Society, in partnership with Reel Blues Fest and Main Street Landing, presented a new award winning documentary film “Bonnie Blue: James Cotton’s Life In The Blues”, about the life of James Cotton, an icon of Chicago blues who was one of the first blues musicians to cross over and become a familiar sight on rock ‘n’ roll stages. Following the film there was a live music show led by internationally known blues musician and film producer James Montgomery, and included Vermont’s own rising star blues singer/guitarist Dave Keller and Chad Hollister.
The event was a huge success and we thank all who attended. Photos of the event will be posted here soon.
Film trailer: https://www.jamescottonfilm.com/media
The event was a huge success and we thank all who attended. Photos of the event will be posted here soon.
Film trailer: https://www.jamescottonfilm.com/media
VBS Is Proud To Have Co-Sponsored This Watermelon Slim Show In Jericho, VT
Hosted by Brooklyn Music in Vermont House Concert Series
The Board Bids A Fond Farewell to Dennis Willmott
VBS co-founder Dennis Willmott has decided the time is right for him to step down from the Board. We all owe Dennis a huge debt of gratitude for his service to the blues community, and we are grateful he will continue to be involved in keeping the blues alive and well in Vermont.
2023 INTERNATIONAL BLUES CHALLENGE
ANNOUNCING THE WINNERS OF THE VERMONT IBC LOCAL CHALLENGE!
The VBS VT To Memphis Blues Challenge held on October 2nd in Montpelier had a lot of great music and two winners were chosen to represent Vermont at The 2023 International Blues Challenge, to be held January 24-28, 2023 on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee!
The winners are:
The VBS VT To Memphis Blues Challenge held on October 2nd in Montpelier had a lot of great music and two winners were chosen to represent Vermont at The 2023 International Blues Challenge, to be held January 24-28, 2023 on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee!
The winners are:
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The All Night Boogie Band
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Jesse Lepkoff
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Congratulations to them!
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Vermont's Sunny Lowdown at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis
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Jontavious Willis gave fantastic performances in Burlington and Brattleboro in July, sponsored by The Vermont Blues Society.
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Blues Radio In Vermont
WIZN FM 106.7
Blues For Breakfast - Sundays 9 AM - 11 AM EST
Check out Mr. Charlie's top 25 - click here
WOOL FM 91.5
Hoodoo's Stew - Sundays 6-8 PM EST
After Hours - Sundays 8-10 PM EST
Thursdays 7-9 PM EST
WVEW LPFM 107.7
Blue Monday - Mondays 6-8 PM EST
Fridays 10 PM - Midnight EST
Note: Some Blue Monday musician interviews are archived on Spotify.
WMRW FM 94.5
The Juke Joint Blues Show - Saturdays 6-9 PM EST
Blues For Breakfast - Sundays 9 AM - 11 AM EST
Check out Mr. Charlie's top 25 - click here
WOOL FM 91.5
Hoodoo's Stew - Sundays 6-8 PM EST
After Hours - Sundays 8-10 PM EST
Thursdays 7-9 PM EST
WVEW LPFM 107.7
Blue Monday - Mondays 6-8 PM EST
Fridays 10 PM - Midnight EST
Note: Some Blue Monday musician interviews are archived on Spotify.
WMRW FM 94.5
The Juke Joint Blues Show - Saturdays 6-9 PM EST
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