Jason Corbiere's Holiday Revue at Nectar's

Great!

It was great to make the effort to attend the Jason Corbiere's Holiday Revue on Christmas evening. It was a singular event live Blues music event anchored Jason Corbiere of Roomful of Blues on drums, Greg Izor on harmonica, Dave Keller on guitar, John Harris on bass and featuring a great unexpected surprise was a horn section with Nick on trumpet and Eli on trombone. Dave Keller mentioned to the audience that they only get together once a year at Christmas with little or no rehearsal. Folks, Let me tell you, you couldn't tell. They sounded like that played as a group weekly which should tell you what caliber musicians we are talking about here. This was a full-bore, high-caliber live Blues at its best to a full room with an appreciative audience. The way it should be.

I will write some more on this event when I find more time but I had to say out loud, in public that another great Blues show was in town. We need to figure out how to make this group appear more often, not just a musical gift of great Blues at Christmas.

Those Christmas Blues?!?!

If you need a dose of "Christmas Blues", I recommend heading down to Nectar's on Christmas evening. Jason Corbiere, drummer for Roomful of Blues, and Greg Izor, a young local Blues harp player, will be playing. As you know, I saw Greg and Jason last weekend and was blown away. It was a great time.

So, if you are in the mood for some Christmas Blues, head down to Nectar's. The folks at Nectar's told me that there will be no cover charge. The first set should start at 9:30pm. I hope to get down there for the first set.

If you see me, give me a wave.

Greg Izor, Special Guest Co-Host, Friday Jan 6

I went to a Blues show at the fabled Nectar's in Burlington, VT where I saw Greg Izor blowing a mean & soulful Blues harps. The rythym section was anchored by none other than Jason Corbiere, the drummer for one of my most favorite bands, Roomful of Blues. Greg, Jason and the rest of the guys put on a great show. It's been awhile since I have closed a bar. Jason and Greg are putting on another show on Christmas at Nectar's with the first set starting at 9:30pm. The people at Nectar's tell me there will be no cover charge.

I spoke with Greg after the show and told him how much I loved the show. He gave me his card so I could call him and talk about my Blues radio show. After a little phone tag, we got into contact and have set a date of Jan. 6 where Greg will be my special honored co-host for a special Friday edition of "Those Midnight Blues" starting at 5pm.

It will be quite a privilege to speak to a young upcoming Bluesman with Vermont connections.

I hope you tune in.

Cheers,

OneChord

Midnight Blues Schedule for December 2005

Hello All -

I will broadcasting my show from the studios located in Saint Edmund's Hall of the lovely Saint Michael's College Campus on the following dates & times. If you are in the area, I hope that you tune into WWPV 88.7 FM. If you have access to the internet, listen to our webcast.

12/21/2005, Wed, 10pm - 1am
12/23/2005, Fri, 5pm - 8pm

12/28/2005, Wed, Noon - 2pm (Special Family & Relatives Show)
12/28/2005, Wed, 10pm - 2am

During the semester break, there will be additional shows in the month of January. I am hoping to line up some special guests and co-hosts. Look for me during Wednesday evenings as well as the occasional 5pm - 8pm time slots on Monday or Friday. As I get the schedule down, I will let you know here first.

Greg Izor at Nector's Last Night

By a wonderful convergence of random but fortunate events, I was able to hear Greg Izor blow his Blues harp at Nector's last night (Saturday, Dec 17, 2005).

Let me tell you, it was a great show. Greg can sing and play that "Mississippi Sax" like no one's business but his own. He was fronting a tight & smokin' quartet which support Greg's vocals & playing but acquitted themselves supremely when it was their turn for some playing in the spotlight. The quartet was well-balanced and unpretentious, i.e. these guys are "Blues musicians" giving their all for the audience not their egos.

The excellent rhythm section was anchored by none other than Roomful of Blues' Jason Corbiere on drums and Rob Meehan on bass. (Great work...I am real partial to the rhythm sections...jealous of anyone having something that I want and don't have....and I am a huge Roomful of Blues' fan) The lead guitar duties were deftly and smoothly executed by Bill Darrow.

Well Done Everyone! I can't wait to see you all together again.

My First Blog Entry for "Those Midnight Blues" Show

Hello One & All -

Welcome to the first entry of this Blog!
First... a simple & short introductions, I am John "OneChord" Connors, just a guy and nothing special. I host a Blues radio show, "Those Midnight Blues" on a local college radio station, WWPV 88.7 FM.

I am always looking for new music specifically in the Blues genre but I am open to new ideas and suggestions. In fact, my favorite music has been suggested to me by my friends, musicians and other people.

I am not new to technology, the Internet, or blogging (mostly a reader but occasionally writing now), so I am curious to see what experiences are in store for me.

Here is a short overview of my show from the WWPV website :

"Spanning the decades of Blues, from the earliest roots to the most current Blues artists and music including Jump Blues, Straight-ahead Blues, Acoustic Blues, Delta Blues, Country Blues, Chicago Blues, Kansas City Blues, Electric Blues, ... and any music inspired by this great musical style. I "intend" each show to have a guiding theme or thread ranging from "The Women Who Sing the Blues" (one of my favorites), "The Great Ones Who Started It All", to featuring the various instruments such as harmonica, guitar, electric guitar, piano, and horns. The playlists will include the Old Bluesmen & Blueswomen as well as local & regional talent. For those times where "you gotta sing the Blues", this will be your show to find those grooves, swings, jumps, shuffles or boogies you need to start the second half of your week."