Where It’s At! – June 2, 2011
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Tonight: Gladstone Hotel First Thursday – Morgan Davis CD ReleaseThe Toronto Blues Society presents the best in blues talent the first Thursday of each month at The Melody Bar in The Gladstone Hotel. There is no cover charge and each performance begins at 8:30pm. Arrive early to get a good table, and don’t forget to try the hotel’s tasty local food menu. Tonight’s performance features a solo performance by blues veteran Morgan Davis! This will be the CD release for his first album in seven years titled “Drive My Blues Away”. http://www.gladstonehotel.com/food |
Is Downchild the best band in Toronto EVER?Downchild is now in round two of The Toronto Star’s “Best Band in Toronto Ever” contest. Vote for them by sending an email to besttoband@thestar.com with “Downchild” as the subject line tomorrow (Fri June 3). |
Talent Search SubmissionsIf you are a local blues musician/band submit to become one of six performing finalists for the Toronto Blues Society Talent Search through either Sonicbids (www.sonicbids.com/tbstalentsearch) OR by mailing a one sheet bio, photo, CD and cheque for $15 to the TBS office. Submissions will be accepted until June 17. Prizes include showcase opportunities, industry consultation and more! The date for the finals is set for noon on August 18 at Nathan Phillips Square! “Winning the TBS talent search gave us the ability to get our music recorded and heard by a warm and welcoming musical community, it was a fantastic first step in our career.” Lindsay Beaver, drummer for 2010 Talent Search Winner The 24th Street Wailers (pictured) |
Toronto Blues Society Women’s Blues RevueThe 25th annual Toronto Blues Society Women’s Blues Revue will take place at the historic Massey Hall on Saturday November 26. Watch this space each week for exciting announcements! |
Summer Blues FestivalsOrangeville Blues & Jazz Festival – June 2-5 http://objf.org/ Blues Festival Season has arrived! For more information about blues, folk and jazz festivals, check out https://torontobluessociety.com/2011/05/summer-blues-festivals/, as well as http://bluesfestivalguide.com/, http://www.ocff.ca/, http://www.jazzfestivalscanada.ca/ |
Volunteer With TBS!Do you have a vehicle? Do you want to volunteer with the Toronto Blues Society? The TBS is currently looking for a volunteer to distribute newsletters to clubs once per month. The TBS is always looking for volunteers to help with data entry, events, and much more. If you are interested in volunteering with the Toronto Blues Society, please contact Jordan at the office: 416-538-3885/info@torontobluessociety.com |
Become a TBS Member TodayEnjoy the benefits of discounted tickets to TBS events. Have the Maple Blues Magazine delivered right to your door each month. Meet like-minded blues lovers and help keep the blues alive in Toronto. The Toronto Blues Society offers several different membership options: CHARTER MEMBERSHIP – $45/year – Monthly Maple Blues Newsletter, membership card, discounts to TBS Events, exclusive access to special TBS events, other discounts, and voting rights. Contact the TBS office today! |
Concert NotesDouglas Watson – Hugh’s Room – June 2 | Magic Slim & The Teardrops w/Kenny “Blues Boss” Wayne – Music Hall – June 3 | Sisters Euclid (pictured) CD Release – Hugh’s Room – June 10 | Carlos Del Junco CD Release – Hugh’s Room – June 11 | Robert Cray w/Digging Roots – Metro Square – June 28 | Julian Fauth Benefit – Hugh’s Room – June 28 | The Black Keys – Molson Amphitheatre – July 7 | McKenna Gibson Band – Hugh’s Room – July 15 | Urban Preacher CD Release – The Mod Club Theatre – July 16 | The Distillery CD Release – Gladstone Hotel – July 28 | Chris Smither – Hugh’s Room – July 31 | Jimmie Vaughan – Peter’s Players – Aug 4 & 5 | John Mayall – Peter’s Players – Aug 8 | Willie “Big Eyes” Smith – Peter’s Players – Aug 11 | FATHEAD – Hugh’s Room – Aug 12 | Rita Chiarelli – Hugh’s Room – Sept 17 | Boubacar Traore – Hugh’s Room – Oct 3 |