After performing almost 200 shows over the past 24 months promoting his debut blues album Nothing To Lose released March 2007, teen guitarist, singer-songwriter and Indie recording artist, Alex Tintinalli has received both local, national and international recognition in 2008. - Kitchener-Waterloo Arts Award for his musical contribution to the arts in his local community, - CBC Galaxie Rising Star Award at The Tremblant International Blues Festival - Feature interview in May/June issue of U.K. ’s largest blues magazine Blues Matters Magazine His intense, soulful music continues to receive worldwide airplay and has been in the top 10 of the charts of the Living Blues Report in 2008. Alex is releasing his self-written, solo acoustic EP project in Spring 2009. His new music is a rhythmic blend of rich lyrics spilling over with an abundance of passion that will uplift your spirits and is often compared to the music of John Mayer and Jason Mraz.
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Anthony Kavouklis, 10, was called up on stage by blues legend Buddy Guy during his concert at the Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Gainesville, FL last week. After playing with Guy, Anthony received a standing ovation. Who was that kid? When 10-year-old Anthony Kavouklis of Micanopy stepped onto the Phillips Center stage to trade guitar licks with blues legend Buddy Guy, he was an unknown to most of those who came to enjoy a night of music. By the time he finished jamming on "Voodoo Child," he was the answer to the most asked question in the lobby, "Who was that kid?" Guy, a master of the blues guitar and a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, wowed the crowd last Thursday and brought the concert to his fans, playing as he strolled the aisle of the University of Florida's Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. But when he returned to the stage he had some company, a young boy wearing blue jeans, a red T-shirt and hair style of early Beatles.
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At 11 years of age Ben has a groove and presence well beyond his years. He loves and embraces being the heartbeat of the band and it clearly shows in his dedication to the craft. He has played over 20 dates in January and February of 2009, practices daily, and makes straight A’s in school. Ben’s drumming influences are John Bonham, Neil Peart, Earl Palmer, and Tony Coleman. His Blues influences are Robert Johnson, BB King, Albert King, Bo Diddley, Elmore James, Freddie King, Magic Sam, Muddy Waters, and John Lee Hooker. Ben plays at the following venues in the North Texas Area: Cadillac Pub (Thursday Jam), Dats, Hanks Roadhouse, Dodies, and The House of Blues (Guest drummer with the Chris Ruest Band or the Buzz Andrews Band). Special note from Dad: The Blues community has been wonderful in the support of young musicians. Week after week I see older musicians open their arms and hearts to nurture the musical fire of young Blues musicians. It’s truly a great thing to
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Born in the summer 1994, musical phenom Conrad Oberg battled health issues from the start but, at the age of 2 1/2, was given an electronic keyboard, after his father had noticed that he was trying to play songs on his toy piano. By the age of three, Conrad had taught himself to play well enough that he could perform nearly any song he heard. At 11 years of age, Conrad has been performing in public for over seven years. He recorded his first album when he was 10 years old, at Sun Studios in Memphis, Tennessee. Conrad was also featured on Cartoon Network on the show "Props." He was chosen as one of the 20 most talented kids in the United States, the only musician....and a blues kid to boot!
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His natural talent, magnetic stage presence, mature poise, and charming personality have made fans of musicians and music aficionados alike. At 11 years old Danny was interviewed on the Late Show with David Letterman and performed with Paul Shaffer and the CBS Orchestra. He has also performed on Fox 25 Morning News at the age of 10 and then at 11 years old. He appeared with Sunday with Liz Walker on CBS. Playing with some great musicians such as blues singer and recording artist Shirley King (BB King’s daughter), the Chris Fitz Band, Ronnie Earl, Duke Robillard, David Maxwell, Jerry Portnoy and Billy Branch among others. Danny recently competed in the International Blues Challenge in Memphis TN. 120 bands competed for a spot in the final and Daniel who played with the Mike Crandall Band from CT made the final. In 2008 Danny released his first Album “Rippin’ It Up” which has already been played on Peter Black's radio show on WATD,BBC2 in London and Sirius satellite radio.
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Elyssa began singing publicly while in JK. In Kindergarten she began a 6-year stint of shows at Canada’s National Capital’s Super Ex. At 10, she had her own band. At 12, she released her debut CD, Try To See Me Like That which included two of Elyssa’s originals and garnered a New Artist Of the Year nomination at Canada’s Maple Blues Awards. It featured guest performances by Jeff Healey and Downchild Blues Band’s Chuck Jackson and sold in countries around the world. With hundreds of shows to her credit, Elyssa has performed at blues and jazz festivals across Ontario to NB with stops in Upstate NY. In 2007, she represented Eastern Ontario in Memphis TN at the International Blues Challenge. She has opened for and performed with such music legends as the James Cotton Blues Band, David “Fathead” Newman, Curtis Fuller and both Jeff Healey’s blues and jazz bands. Elyssa’s newest CD, Pull Me In was co-written and co-produced with National Award winning guitarist Lucas Haneman (21).
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Gunnar Roads was born August 18, 1994. Soon after laying his fingers on his first guitar at the age of 9, it became evident that Gunnar had some natural ability. Since then, Gunnar has studied, practiced, and worked hard at developing his talent as a guitarist, singer, and performer. Along the way he has had the good fortune of making friends with some outstanding like-minded musicians. Gunnar is frequently seen performing with these accomplished musicians under the band name of Gunnar Roads Band. Gunnar continues to build his reputation as a serious performer as he entertains audiences at popular festivals and other well attended venues throughout the Northwest. A couple highlights for Gunnar Roads so far in his music career are being nominated for both a 2007 CBA Muddy Award for "Best New Act" and 2008 Portland Music Award for "Outstanding Achievement in Blues" plus 2009 Portland Music Award "Best Achievement in Blues."
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If you don't already know, my name is Haley Crouch. I'm 16 years old, and play the blues harmonica, with a hint of classic rock. I live in Streator, born and raised. When I was nine years old, a family friend David Musil, showed me my first song on the harmonica, Mary Had a Little Lamb. It all started from there. After playing songs like that for about a year, Dave bought me my first blues album, which happened to be one of the greatest blues players of all time, Sonny Boy Williamson. I started playing songs from that album by ear, just playing notes over and over until they were right. From that one abum, my love for the blues grew. I continued to play along with many CDs, such as Junior Wells, Rod Piazza, and Cephas and Wiggins. By the time my family and I went to the Miller Lite Illinois Blues fest in Peoria when I was about 13, I was already on my way to becoming a great player. At this blues fest I met two men from the band Cobalt Canopy.
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The Hiser Brothers are Kane (19) and Jacob (17). Kane has played the electric and standup bass for 7 years and the piano for 12 years, and Jacob started violin at the age of 5 and piano at 7 years old. They have shared the stage with bands such as the Amazing Rhythm Aces, Buddy Miles, Bob Margolin, and Pinetop Perkins. They've also played at the Arkansas Blues & Heritage Festival the past 4 years and Hopson's the past 3 years.
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The Homemade Jamz Blues Band, sponsored by the Mississippi Delta Blues Society of Indianola, took Second Place at the 23rd International Blues Challenge in Memphis February 3, 2007. You had to hear it and see it to believe it! Ages now are Ryan (17), Kyle (14) and Taya (10) Perry of Tupelo. They were also one of 5 Nominees for BEST NEW ARTIST debut at the 2009 Blues Music Awards held May 7, 2009 in Memphis.
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Mojo Myles is New York City's Youngest Working Bandleader/Guitarist..... a 12 year old musical phenom; Myles Mancuso is a National Award Winning Multi-Instrumentalist. He plays guitar, piano & sax in his live performances. He's been fronting his own band of adult professional musicians since he was 9 years old. In early articles written about him he was affectionately dubbed “Mojo” Myles. Gifted as a musician and entertainer, he's performed on some of the top stages in New York City; BB Kings, The Cutting Room, Tera Blues, The Iridium Jazz Club and Madison Square Garden among others. Myles' music is a unique blend of Rockin, Rhythm & Soul that all ages enjoy.
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15 year old PATRICK DRONEY has become one of America’s phenomenal young guitar players and talented young songwriters. Winning the Robert Johnson Star Award in 2006 as one of the country’s most promising young musicians, he has been turning heads since picking up the guitar at the age of 7. Patrick has graced the stages of The Montreal Jazz Festival, The Whiskey A-Go-Go, BB King’s Blues Clubs (LA and NYC), The Bamboozle Music Festival, and House of Blues, just to name a few. His band (in 2006) was even the youngest to play the Stone Pony in Asbury Park, NJ, according to Vintage Guitar Magazine. He has been the support band for such legends as BB King and the late James Brown and recently (October 2007) performed at the Taj Mahal in Atlantic City as part of the Jimi Hendrix Experience Tour, sharing the stage with Mitch Mitchell (drums) and Billy Cox (bass), the same Jimi Hendrix Experience rhythm section that played behind Hendrix at Woodstock.
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Ruthie Bram, singer, songwriter, lead guitar player began her music career at 15 & she will be 21 in Nov. 09! Growing up in Texas she was turned on to its blues greats-like Albert Collins, Stevie Ray Vaughn, & ZZ Top. Additional attraction to the blues came from old video & recordings of early jazz, blues, funk, and R&B that was provided to her by a Soul Train & James Brown artist. These influences as well as those from legends such as BB King & Eddie Hazel are reflected in Bram’s guitar solos. Bram has performed for international dignitaries at such charity functions as UNICEF, TUSNAMI RELIEF, & OPERATION SMILE, opened for Sting and Natalie Cole at a celebrity fundraiser in Beverly Hills, toured on the EuroRock 2007 nationwide "Rockin’ the World for Peace" Tour, & has performed at venues such as Antone's (Austin), Exit-In (Nashville), & the Key Club (W. Hollywood). Bram’s blues tunes are broadcast in the US, Japan, France, Belgium, Iceland,& Philippines. See www.myspace.com/ruthiebram
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“I can play bass” The four little words that started it all. Unfortunately, at age 11, Sean didn’t exactly KNOW how to play the bass when he volunteered to be part of the back-up band for his elementary schools spring musical. Within three short weeks, Sean had diligently worked to master the basics of bass playing and the rest is history. The bass guitar proved to be Sean’s natural fit. By the age of 12, Sean’s performance resume included a special feature on local Charlotte Fox TV affiliate for the “Blues, Brews and BBQ” Festival as well as gigs other gigs in the area. As a member of Jake Haldenwang’s Blues Brew, Sean has performed in-studio on the Smokin’ Bluz Radio Program as well as a showcase at the famous Double Door Inn. The set performed by the band at the IBC Youth Showcase at Club 152 left the crowd screaming for more.
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Skinny Legs & All is Asheville, North Carolina's freshest young band whose members range in age from 13 to 18. Don't let their ages fool you - these gifted performers deliver lip-smacking, dance-inspiring originals as well as youthful renditions of classic Blues, Funk, & Soul. Jesse Barry - Lead Vocals David Cate - Lead/Rhythm Guitar Paul Chelmis - Keyboards & Vocals Avi Goldstein - Bass & Vocals Colin Hanson - Drums & Percussion “At heart we’re rockers but we still love to play the blues” Jesse’s voice has been likened to a combination of Aretha Franklin and Susan Tedeschi. Paul, our senior member, is “straight from the fridge…cool” on the keys. David lays down hot licks on his cherry red guitar. Avi, our youngest cat, plays that thumpin’ bass like he’s been doin’ it since he was in the crib. Colin, our “lucky charm”, keeps it all together as the backbone of our rhythm section. They performed at the IBC Youth Showcase February 6, 2009 in Memphis. info@skinnylegsandall.com
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Tallan Noble Latz (aka: The T-Man) now 9 years old, seems to be destined for the big stage. He has been playing music since the age of 3, picking up the guitar for the first time at 4 and finally getting serious about the guitar at age 5. In just a few short months, Tallan has created a huge stir in the SE WI and Northern IL area. The buzz is all about this little kid playing with the big boys. People are talking about this young guitar slinger who possesses an old musical soul, the way he carries and conducts himself on stage is something that just has to be seen. As one reporter put it in one of the many articles that have been written about Tallan, ¨When T-Man takes the stage, people stop what they're doing and collectively stare. Tallan performed in the Youth Showcase February 6, 2009 during IBC held in Memphis.
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Age 14. Blues musicians in Portland have known TJ as a young slide guitar player who has recently picked up harmonica as well. In April, TJ was honored to play at the Aladdin Theatre in Portland with Pinetop Perkins, Willie "Big Eyes" Smith, and Bob Stroger. Ironically, this happened on Muddy Waters' birthday. It would have been his 95th. He has jammed at Pinetop's Homecoming with the likes of Pinetop Perkins, Hubert Sumlin, Bob Margolin, Carl Weathersby, Kenny Neal, Buddy Flett, Terry "Harmonica" Bean,etc. TJ has been playing guitar since age 8 and performing since he was 10. He originally played rockabilly and for the past 3 years he has loved the blues! TJ plays a mix of Piedmont, Delta and Chicago blues. TJ played for the Children's Miracle Network, company picnics, schools (BluesEd/Blues in the Schools..band "historian"), the opening of the Holland Performing Arts Center, several tv appearances, opened every month for the 'Playing With Fire' concert series in 2005, arts festivals,
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