Overview
4p Show | Doors @ 3p
7p Show | Doors @ 6:15p
Experience an unforgettable evening of world-class blues with The Blue Side, a powerhouse lineup featuring some of the absolute finest treasures of the Indianapolis music scene. Fronting this spectacular showcase are internationally acclaimed singers and instrumentalists Gordon Bonham (guitar) and Tad Robinson (harmonica), two powerhouse vocalists who bring unmatched soul and energy to the stage.
Backing these legendary frontmen is an elite rhythm and horn section comprised of Indy’s most in-demand musical masters. The stellar groove is locked down by world-renowned drummer Kenny Phelps (Dee Dee Bridgewater, Melvin Rhyne) alongside the brilliant Rob Dixon on saxophone (The Headhunters, Illinois Jacquet). Rounding out this formidable band are the incredible Kevin Anker on organ (Delbert McClinton, The Fabulous Thunderbirds) and the versatile Reggie Bishop on keys (Pharez Whitted).
Don't miss this rare opportunity to see a true collection of Indianapolis jazz and blues royalty sharing one stage for a night of pure musical magic.
Gordon Bonham has been an integral part of the Indiana blues scene for the last couple of decades. With experiences ranging from backing Chicago blues legends in Chicago as a guitarist, to establishing himself on the Austin, TX music scene, to touring Europe, to being the backbone and the heart and soul of the Indy blues scene by establishing his presence, either through his many recordings, his performances as a solo artists, or by backing blues legends Pinetop Perkins, Robert Lockwood, Jr., Matt “Guitar” Murphy, Jimmy Walker, Bo Diddley, and the transplant Indy blues giant Yank Rachell (a man whose legend runs back to the 1920’s, a man whose influence on blues and rock music simply cannot be understated), Gordon is the essence of 21st century Indianapolis blues. His records are a continuation of the deep Indianapolis music scene, which includes blues legends like Yank, Scrapper Blackwell, Leroy Carr, and Guitar Pete Franklin.
Tad Robinson is the modern voice of soul blues. From his Manhattan roots and his Indiana and Chicago musical upbringing, Tad has caught the attention of the world with his seven Blues Music Award nominations (the Grammys of blues music) and his many recordings, including the song “Rained All Night” which was nominated for Blues Song of the Year at the 2011 Blues Music Awards. He’s a veteran of countless national and international tours, including many of the most important international blues festivals. With harmonica chops schooled by Big and Little Walter, Sonny Boy I and II, Junior Wells, James Cotton, among many, and vocals that compare to Otis Redding, Syl Johnson, Al Green, Teddy Pendergrass, Tad ranks as one of the most unique and talented members of the international blues and soul communities.
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