Tag Archives: Blues

“Fuzzy” Knight Brings Blowin’ Smoke Rhythm and Blues Band and the Fabulous Smokettes to Harvelle’s for Some Great Music

Posted on October 18, 2014 by Ed Simon

Often times, the smaller intimate rooms bring out the best in a group. Such was the case Saturday night at Harvelle’s, once the only place west of LA’s Central Avenue where you could hear blues, soul and R&B. The Blowin’ … Continue reading →

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Ventura’s Upcoming Blues and Brews Festival Promises a Weekend of Stellar Blues Music, Craft Beers and Delicious BBQ

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Ed Simon

The weekend of September 20 and 21, a short drive up to Ventura will yield a great weekend of beer, BBQ and music. In conjunction with Ventura Beer Week, September 14 to 21, the California Beer Festival starts off Saturday … Continue reading →

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One Night with Janis Joplin: Opening Night at the Pasadena Playhouse

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Billy Bennight

Out of the hurly-burly cultural revolution of the 1960’s that changed America and manifested itself in popular music were 3 larger than life icons of that period: Jim Morrison, Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin. All have resonated culturally to transcend through the … Continue reading →

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B.B. King and Tedeschi Trucks Band at the Hollywood Bowl

Posted on September 9, 2012 by Billy Bennight

All photos by Billy Bennight for The Los Angeles Beat With a last minute call I got the opportunity to witness something I thought would not ever happen for me. I would see B. B. King, the legendary Blues master, … Continue reading →

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