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Greeley Blues Jam

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FeaturesRight Back Into It: Ben Pu Stays TrueAt the end of most of his gigs, and in conversations with other musicians or friends, Ben Puchalski gets the question: “Dude, why aren’t you bigger?” Puchalski, these days,…Dan England · Mar 2, 2022

A giant coronavirus model hovers above a microphone on an empty stage lit by blue and red spotlights and haze.

FeaturesNoCo Music NoGo: COVID-19’s Massive Impact On Colorado’s Music Industry“It’s pretty easy to see how unprepared everyone was,” said Brian Claxton – a touring drummer and music educator based in Greeley, Colorado. Music venues, restaurants and bars across the globe and in Colorado have been ordered to close due to coronavirus precautions, essentially cutting off the lifeblood of the music industry. But the ramifications go deeper, from the 50th anniversary of the huge UNC Jazz Festival delaying one year to smaller bands such as Float Like A Buffalo cancelling their shoestring budget tours. “I think it will take a year to recover, not just in the economy but in the entertainment industry here,” Moxi Theater Ely Corliss said, “and that’s if we resume in April. If this goes until May 11 or so, it’ll be catastrophic for the Moxi and (his restaurant) Luna’s both.”Dan England and Valerie Vampola · Mar 25, 2020

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Concert PhotosGreeley Blues Jam 2019 @ Island Grove Regional Park – GreeleyPeary Schroeder · Jun 8, 2019

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FeaturesShemekia Copeland Says What She Wants: Blues Jam Headliner Speaks Her Mind Through Her MusicShemekia Copeland was pissed off on a Tuesday morning. It was something she heard from one of Trump’s “offspring,” as she calls him, about how if poor people want more in life, they just have to work harder. Recognized by many as the finest blues singer of her generation, Copeland headlines the Greeley Blues Jam June 8. She also draws attention for being outspoken in a world that tends to be surprisingly silent about social issues.Dan England · May 27, 2019

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FeaturesCha Wa: Mardi Gras Indian Funk Stirs Greeley Like Gumbo At The Blues JamCha Wa, the New Orleans funk band incorporates the tradition of Mardi Gras Indian music and the feel of a New Orleans brass band with all the attitude of a proper funk ensemble. “It was a perfect pot of gumbo,” said J’Wan Boudreaux. Cha Wa performs Saturday, June 8 at The Greeley Blues jam at Island Grove Park.Dan England · May 22, 2019

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FeaturesSouthern Avenue: Keep OnOri Naftaly grappled with his record label, Concord Records, over Southern Avenue’s upcoming album, Keep On, out May 10. Fortunately for us, they both came out on top. “I want people to listen to this in 2040 and think we sound as relevant honoring the music that we love from back in the day,” Ori says.Dan England · May 9, 2019

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FeaturesDevon Allman – Fathers, Sons and a Band of BrothersDevon Allman is a hard-working dad. Raised by his mother and growing up in the distant shadow of his father, Gregg Allman of the Allman Brothers, Devon didn’t have much of a…Kevin Johnston · Jun 1, 2018

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FeaturesBlues Jam 2017 Spotlight: Southern Avenue, Samantha Fish, and more2017 Greeley Blues Jam Spotlight featuring Southern Avenue Band, Samantha Fish, My Blue Sky and Walter Trout.Jed Murphy · Jun 1, 2017

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Concert PhotosSouthern Avenue, The Burroughs, Walter Trout, Samantha Fish @ Greeley Blues Jam 2017[vc_row][vc_column][vc_wp_text]Southern Avenue, The Burroughs, Walter Trout, Samantha Fish ~ Live in concert @ Greeley Blues Jam 6/13/17. Photographer by Peary Schroeder for BandWagon Magazine[/vc_wp_text][vc_masonry_media_grid grid_id=”vc_gid:1497653951227-974ade89-8b13-1″ include=”16982,16981,16980,16979,16978,16977,16976,16975,16974,16973,16972,16971,16970,16969,16968,16967,16966,16965,16964,16963,16962,16961,16960,16959,16958,16957,16956,16955,16954,16953,16952,16951,16950,16949,16948,16947,16946,16945,16944,16943,16942,16941,16940,16939,16938,16937,16936,16935,16934″][/vc_column][/vc_row]Peary Schroeder · Jun 1, 2017

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MusicAlbum Review: Johnny & The Mongrels – You Ain’t ReadySinger Johnny Ryan, Bassist Jeff Bostic and Guitarist Jeff Mere are the trio behind the Fort Collins blues outfit Johnny & The Mongrels.Jay Wallace · Sep 3, 2016

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FeaturesBlues Jam Spotlight: Davy KnowlesGrowing up in the Isle of Man, 29-year-old blues musician Davy Knowles learned to play guitar by listening to records he’d find in his father’s collection, which included artists…Kyle Eustice · Jun 6, 2016

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FeaturesBlues Jam Spotlight: North Mississippi AllstarsBringing a little taste of Mississippi country blues to the Greeley Blues Jam, Luther and Cody Dickinson are the two brothers behind North Mississippi Allstars, celebrating its 20th Anniversary this year.Jay Wallace · Jun 6, 2016

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FeaturesBlues Jam Spotlight: Chubby Carrier and The Bayou Swamp BandBlues music is not a homogenous genre. The various sub-genres of blues music are very much shaped by the location they come from.Jay Wallace · Jun 6, 2016

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FeaturesCharlie Musselwhite “Play Your Own Heart”Born in Kosciusko, Mississippi. Charlie Musselwhite was exposed to music early on in his life.Jed Murphy · Jun 6, 2016

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FeaturesThe 11th Annual Greeley Blues JamThe 11th annual Greeley’s Blue Jam at Island Groove Regional Park Arena featuring The Burroughs, Elvin Bishop, Delbert McCinton, Jimmy Hall With My Blue Sky and more.Dylan Adams · Jun 14, 2015

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Concert PhotosGreeley’s 10th annual Blues JamGreeley Blues Jam 10th annual music festival cured those summer time blues! check out the action here!BandWagon Magazine · Jun 18, 2014

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FeaturesTab Benoit and the Greeley Blues JamIt’s June again and that means one thing for the people of Greeley: it’s time for the Blues Jam.Jed Murphy · Jun 13, 2014

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FeaturesFriday Night of the Blues Jam! Find Yourself in the Fun!Friday night of the Blues Jam was a blast! Check out some of the fun!BandWagon Magazine · Jun 13, 2013

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CommunitySaturday Night of the Blues Jam @ Island Grove Park!Saturday night of the Greeley Blues Jam saw many great bands play at the Island Grove Regional Park and there was plenty of fun to be had.BandWagon Magazine · Jun 13, 2013

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CommunityGreeley Blues Kicks Off 9th YearOn June 7th at Island Grove, the Greeley Blues Jam will be showcasing legendary British blues musician John Mayall who will be headlining the event.Jay Wallace · Jun 5, 2013