Bradenton Blues Fest Program 2023 : simplebooklet.com

Celebrating our 12th annual Bradenton Blues Festival, Realize Bradenton’s goal is to bring the highest quality Blues acts to Downtown Bradenton. This festival is possible due to our 38 sponsors and a multitude of volunteers. Join us in thanking these businesses and individuals for bringing the blues to Bradenton.PREMIERNDC Construction CompanyHOSTINGBlues Music MagazineBMO Bradenton Area CVBCallaghan TireCity of BradentonRealize BradentonSRQ MediaTICKETBLUES KINGArtefact DesignCaldwell Trust CompanyManatee Apparel GraphicsREALIZE BRADENTON THANKSOUR BLUES SPONSORS!NEW ORLEANSFlorida Lawn GuysFormella Construction LLCKallins, Little & BrosiousMojoe ProductionsOSA Global SecurityPier 22Spirit MoversUS Tent RentalCHICAGO BLUESCOOL CATSHampton Inn & Suites Bradenton DowntownJanet TrettauJimmy John’sSarasota Bradenton International Airport Cheryl & ScottDex ImagingFlorida Personal Injury Physicians, Inc.FPLGo TonightGold Coast Eagle DistributingHernando Desoto SocietyHerc RentalsJecoat BlueprintJones Edmunds & Associates, Inc.Kelly Williams on the WaterManson RooﬁngNational Retirement GroupSuncoast Blues SocietyUSA Fence

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LIVE LOCAL LOVE LOCALCapturing the stories of our hometown in print, digital and in video.“MAKING THEIR FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH”THE BARYNYARD | BRADENTON“COMING HOME”CORTEZ FISHING VILLAGE AUTHENTIC BRADENTON AREA“ANNA MARIAISLAND DINING”THE PORCH | ANNA MARIAVisit our videos—SRQTV onYouTube!ENGAGE WITH LOCAL STORIES SRQ MEDIA | SRQME.COM|2022-09-SRQMEDIA-RealizeBradentonBluesFestival Program Ad.indd 12022-09-SRQMEDIA-RealizeBradentonBluesFestival Program Ad.indd 1 8/25/22 4:00 PM8/25/22 4:00 PMIt is with heavy hearts Realize Bradenton shares the passing of our founding Executive Director, Johnette Isham earlier this year.Johnette celebrated the arts with a great deal of passion. She worked with local artists to install public art in downtown spaces and enthusiastically supported local entrepreneurs, makers, creators, musicians, and business owners. Outside of the oce, she was known by her friends and coworkers for her quirky costumes, spontaneous dance parties, and love of pigs in a blanket.Johnette LOVED the annual Bradenton Blues Festival! Her energy level was through the roof during Blues weekend. She was everywhere! Setting up tables, greeting guests, interacting with the audience, the musicians, the vendors, the sponsors, and then, POOF, there she was, front of stage, dancing with her beloved husband Je. The very moment the festival was over, she was thinking about how to make it better the next year! And she did, year after year.We will remember her for her countless big ideas, limitless enthusiasm, and the positive inﬂuence she had on our community. She will be missed.You can make a gift to Realize Bradenton in memory of Johnette, at https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/realize-bradenton/website-donationsJohnette Isham: Bradenton’s Biggest Cheerleader

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festival performersGeminiiDRAGON Friday, 5 – 6pmFrom the murky bayous of Louisiana, comes a fresh face to the Blues music scene. A vocal dynamo that channeled her love for the late 60s era and 70s blues and AOR bands/artists into a ferocious mix of blues rock soul…. Blues on Steroids! Her 2 debut singles ‘Like It or Not’ and ‘A Storm Is a Comin’ quickly built a heavy buzz in the Blues Community. Now with the release of her latest single ‘Just the Way It Is’ and upcoming debut Album ‘Fighting Fire with Fire’, It would seem that the skies are the limit to her journey.https://youtu.be/urZZAdhx__MEliza Neals Friday, 6:20 – 7:20 pmOriginal compositions have garnered Eliza a 2018 Detroit Black Music Award for ‘Blues Artist of the Year.’ and FIVE Detroit Music Awards. A total of seventeen nominations in the ‘Independent Blues Awards’ along with ‘Get Ready to Rock UKs’ glowing Best Artists awards in ﬁve categories. Eliza last full album ‘Black Crow Moan’ is a Top Album of 2020 after landing on so many bests of lists. ‘Black Crow Moan’ ﬁnished 2020 on a high note with continued radio play and rescheduled tours in 2021.https://youtu.be/dUqWuWB_-rM

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festival performersAnne HarrisChicago-based ﬁddle player Anne Harris has been a favorite on the Blues festival scene for over a decade. Her collaborations, live and in-studio, span a large and diverse group of artists, including multi-Blues Music award winner Otis Taylor, Anders Osborne, Living Colour, Amy Helm, Vieux Farke Toure, Guy Davis, and occasional stints with hippie legends Jeerson Starship. “Once you have witnessed Anne Harris play the violin, you aren’t likely to forget the experience any time soon. It’s not just the wondrous music she makes drawing her bow across the strings, it’s also the way the spirit of the music emanates from her physically. She inhabits the music, or maybe the music inhabits her, but it is impossible not to be drawn under her spell.” —(BluesWax)JP Soars Gypsy Blues Revue with Anne Harris Friday, 7:40 – 8:40 pmNot every blues artist can create a cohesive sound in the genre by weaving in a diversity of other inﬂuences, but guitarist and vocalist JP Soars is obviously not just any blues artist. A 2009 winner of the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN with his band the Red Hots (and the festival’s Albert King Award winner as best guitarist to boot), the Arkansas native toured extensively through the United States, Canada, South America and Europe with metal bands after relocating to South Florida, and is one of the few guitarists also capable of adding nuances of his long-standing, Django Reinhardt-inspired “Gypsy jazz” side project.https://youtu.be/m7yMBNX9Rm4

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The Shaelyn Band Saturday, 10 – 11 amThe Shaelyn Band is a Florida-based band capable of shifting from classic soul blues and funk to rock. They are fronted by Shaelyn (aka Shae) Mulberry, a singer and poet who can wail like Joyce Kennedy, charm like Aretha Franklin, and soliloquize like Erykah Badu. With their highly energized live show, The Shaelyn Band is poised to take on the music industry.The band took shape, after meeting guitarist player Erik Guess, and features musical director and drummer, Tim Mulberry, and bassist Greg Mullins. Within a couple of years, they knew they had something special. The band recently added background vocalist Mark Barner.In 2022, The Shaelyn Band released “The Shaelyn Band”. Listeners are able to dance their cares away, and take a moment to simply reﬂect on the joys of love and life.https://youtu.be/fzvlH6Tfn-oMemphis Lightning Saturday, 11:20 am – 12:20 pmMemphis Lightning was born out of tradition with a pedigree second to none. Having played with the Blues Legend Eddie “Blues Man” Kirkland, Memphis Lightning are the real deal. Their energetic performances will bring you back to the days when the Juke Joints were rockin’ and the Blues was King. So bring a friend, roll back the rug and get on the ﬂoor….Memphis Lightning is in the House.https://youtu.be/40UNklJhc3I

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John Primer and the Real Deal Blues Band Saturday, 12:40 – 1:40pmJohn Primer was just nominated for 3 Blues Music Awards by the National Blues Foundation for Traditional Blues Artist, Traditional Blues Album and Album of The Year for his “Hard Times” album. He was given two Lifetime Achievement Awards in 2013 for Keeping the Blues Alive from the Pennsylvania and Mississippi Valley Blues Societies, and was nominated for two Grammys in 2010 & 2016 for Best Traditional Blues Album of the Year. He won Traditional Blues Artist of the Year 2016 and 2021, as well as more than 15 nominations year after year by the Blues Foundation’s Blues Music Awards. John just won the Living Blues Magazine award for Best Traditional Blues Album with Bob Corritore. He is one of the last legendary traditional Blues musicians alive today with his roots in Mississippi. He is a living legend and a true master of the blues!https://youtu.be/Ju9HWtfxKd0Lurrie Bell Saturday, 2 – 3:15 pmSon of the Blues harp legend, Carey Bell, Lurrie began sitting in at his father’s sessions from the time he could walk, mentored by Blues greats such as Muddy Waters, Willie Dixon, and Buddy Guy. He quickly came into his own as a talented and in-demand guitarist, working with the likes of Koko Taylor and Eddie C. Campbell, and teaming with Billy Branch and Freddie Dixon as the founding members of the Sons of Blues. He has garnered industry recognitions including Blues Music Awards in 2014 and 2015 and a Grammy nomination in 2016. Lurrie has lived the life of a true Bluesman, as a featured sideman, band leader, and solo artist in over 50 recordings. Lurrie’s elegant and intense guitar playing, and passionate vocals have made him a favorite on the national and international Blues circuit, earning him a reputation as one of genre’s rightful heirs and “leading lights.”https://youtu.be/xqAqxvEnAhU

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Rick Estrin and The Nightcats Saturday, 5:10 – 6:25 pmWildly fun, musically fearless and bursting with bravado, 2018’s Blues Music Award- winning Band of The Year Rick Estrin & The Nightcats have created one of the blues’ most instantly recognizable sounds and no-holds-barred styles. Featuring the world-class talents of harmonica master, songwriter and vocalist Rick Estrin, guitar wunderkind Chris “Kid” Andersen, keyboard wizard Lorenzo Farrell and dynamic drummer Derrick “D’MAR” Martin, Rick Estrin & The Nightcats serve up sharp and incisive original blues and gritty roadhouse rock ‘n’ roll. They were nominated four times for the prestigious Blues Music Award for Band of The Year. Years of worldwide touring and a series of critically acclaimed recordings have earned Estrin ﬁve Blues Music Awards, including two nods for Song of The Year (1994 and 2018), Best Instrumentalist—Harmonica (2013) and Traditional Blues Male Artist of The Year (2018). Rick Estrin & The Nightcats have not only picked up where Little Charlie & The Nightcats left o, they’ve taken everything to the next level.https://youtu.be/M7Ysg0Q8-JwJames Cotton Tribute with Mark Hummel & James Cotton Band Saturday, 3:35-4:50 pmThe iconic harmonica man James Cotton passed in 2017 at the age of 81. Considered the last great harp titan of the generation that produced Little Walter (who James replaced in Muddy Waters Band), Sonny Boy Williamson 2 (who raised Cotton from 12 years old), Jr Wells, and Big Walter, Cotton’s career spanned more than six decades and put him on the map of All Time Blues Greats! The James Cotton Blues Band is Steve Freund , Tom Holland (guitars), Cros Charles Mack (bass), Mark Mack (drums) plus Mark Hummel playing and singing James’s role as front man. James commented, “Mark is all about the music.” Mark was nominated for a Grammy in 2013 and two Blues Music Awards, and has 30 albums to his credit.https://youtu.be/Kzns5eB8Vec

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Head to downtown Bradenton for hot cocoa, holiday music performed by local school children, activities for the kids and Santa! Old Main Street merchants are getting ready for the holiday season and Winter Wonderland by sponsoring local artists of all ages to paint holiday scenes on their front windows!Find out more at www.realizebradenton.comWinterWONDERLANDCelebration The beloved Winter Wonderland Celebration is returning to Downtown Bradenton this holiday season! This family-friendly event features holiday treats, live music, and a hill for sledding.Saturday, December 11, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Old Main Street Bradenton, Florida Saturday, December 9, 20235:00 PM – 8:30 PMOld Main Street, Bradenton, Florida

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Raised in Paducah, Kentucky, Tim Jaeger earned his BA in Fine Arts and a Minor in Modern Art History from Ringling College of Art and Design in 2002, and was a Trustee Scholar.For over twenty years, he has maintained his studio in Sarasota while participating in numerous solo and group exhibitions in Florida, and throughout the US. He has received several awards and grants including the Artist Residency and Fellowship Chateau L’Hesperit, Monaret, France, and the Arts Leadership Award, Sarasota County Arts Council.Jaeger’s paintings can be found in numerous public and private collections including Walt Disney Resorts, Joann Fabric, RBC Wealth Management, St. Petersburg, Florida; Louisville Chamber of Commerce, Louisville, Kentucky; Yeiser Art Center, Paducah, Kentucky; and the Southeast Guide Dogs Center, Palmetto, Florida. In addition to his studio practice, Jaeger is also the Director and Chief Curator of Galleries + Exhibitions at Ringling College of Art + Design, a long-time art instructor, husband to artist, Cassia Kite, and father of two. Jaeger’s recent works are gestural constructions about observing and understanding a subject/object and giving it a new abstract, material body. The work is created through a process involving an application consisting of a variety of mediums and materials, which create a familiar union brought to life through the equality of elements, patterns, and design.Artist Tim Jaegerhttps://timjaegerpainter.com/

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An initiative of Realize Bradenton, this online marketplace was created to connect the community with local businesses, strengthen business resiliency online, and cultivate the local economy. It’s your opportunity to meet and support Manatee businesses more frequently and conveniently. Find new businesses on the site or connect with ones you’ve always wanted to try. Every purchase you make keeps money right here in the county. Choose local pickup or have items shipped directly to your doorstep—it’s that easy!THE POWER TO SHOP LOCAL IS NOW AT YOUR FINGERTIPS!https://manatee.shopwhereilive.com/Show Your Support for Local Businesses

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“”Right after it ends every year, locals and out-of-towners immediately start looking forward to the next year’s event. Not only does the Blues Fest provide excellent entertainment, it gives back to the community through Blues in the Schools. Being nationally recognized as a premier blues festival brings so much positive attention to our city, and I salute every staer and volunteer who contributes anything to making this event happen.—MAYOR GENE BROWN040404CGC8219 Blaikie Court | Sarasota Florida | 34240941.379.0481 | www.FormellaConstruction.comA Full-Service, Ground-Up Construction Company Specializing in Commercial, Retail & Industrial ProjectsOering Hurricane Hardening (Hardening Existing Metal Buildings Against Hurricanes) Bradenton Blues FestivalPou Supporter of th A Full-Service, Ground-Up Construction Company.Specializing in Commercial, Retail & Industrial Projects.

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“”Bradenton, Sarasota’s Premier Security Company Security Solutions Designed Around Your Needs. Veteran Owned & Operated Providing you with Armed & Unarmed Officers for all your security needs. 941-896-3148 941.493.3600 • ctrust.comBuilding Wealth | Preserving LegacyCelebrating Togetherin a lively and thriving community.That’s e Way It’s Meant To Be.Realize Bradenton Blues Festival Celebrating together in a lively and thriving community—that’s the way it’s meant to be. I am thrilled to welcome you back to our annual Bradenton Blues Festival on the gorgeous Riverwalk. I hope you enjoy the amazing musicians and My Friendly City.—ALISA CRATON CHAIR, REALIZE BRADENTON CALDWELL TRUST COMPANY LIFELONG RESIDENT

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Find your groove in anyof our 50+ destinations.Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is a proud sponsor of the 2023 Bradenton Blues Festival.ﬂysrq.comWinterWONDERLANDCelebration The beloved Winter Wonderland Celebration is returning to Downtown Bradenton this holiday season! This family-friendly event features holiday treats, live music, and a hill for sledding.Saturday, December 11, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Old Main Street Bradenton, Florida Saturday, December 9, 2023, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PMOld Main StreetBradenton, FloridaThis family-friendly event features holiday treats and live music!

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Blues Music Magazine Co-Founder And Sponsor Of The Bradenton Blues FestivalFor The Best In Blues Music Visit Us Online@ - Blues4Life.com OR Call 1 (855) 872-5837 The Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is proud to partner with Realize Bradenton to bring outstanding talent to the community while supporting important art and music programs for Bradenton’s youth. This year’s Blues Fest promises to be another great event ﬁlled with food, festivities and fun, bringing together visitors and locals in a celebration of music. —RICK PICCOLO, SARASOTA BRADENTON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT“”Downtown Bradenton's Historic Hotel!  

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Realize Bradenton produces the annual Bradenton Blues Festival, and directs proceeds raised from the event back into the community to support art and music programs for youth, including Blues in the Schools. In addition to fostering a healthy business climate, enriching the community is another goal of the Bradenton Blues Festival, and Blues in the Schools gives us a meaningful way to support our youth arts and education initiatives. Celebrating 12 Years of Blues in the Schools2015 In Laymen Terms2014 EG Kight & Dave Muskett2012 Homemade Jamz

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Hundreds of volunteers, thousands of hours contributed, one purpose: to welcome YOU to Bradenton and make the Bradenton Blues Festival the BEST blues festival in the country.Everywhere you look at the Bradenton Blues Festival there are volunteers ready to help.Realize Bradenton, a small but mighty nonprot, is able to create such a fabulous weekend of music, friendship, and fun because of these dedicated, caring volunteers who come together to contribute to their community. Contact engagement@RealizeBradenton.com if you are interested in volunteering for Realize Bradenton. Rock on volunteers and thank you for all you do!Volunteers Make Things Happen!

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