Guitarist/vocalist Chris Leigh has been an active professional for forty years as a sideman and solo artist. His background includes a degree in classical guitar performance (Connecticut College) and studies with jazz guitar legend Sal Salvador. A love of blues and roots music led him to form his first blues band in the late 90’s, […]
Six Pack of Blues is an energetic, jump blues and swing band with some R&B, claasic rock and rockabilly thrown in! Come see us
“Old-school music the old-school way a contemporary torchbearer of a traditional Delta blues style. ” — Premier Guitar Magazine “At The Blue Front is the sound of the torch being passed, confidently and surely.” - Doug Colette — All About Jazz
“Old-school music the old-school way a contemporary torchbearer of a traditional Delta blues style. ” — Premier Guitar Magazine “At The Blue Front is the sound of the torch being passed, confidently and surely.” - Doug Colette — All About Jazz
Justin “Jabbo” Martin is the lead guitarist and co-founder of Sons Lunaris, a rock band blending 60s and 70s influences with a modern edge. Known for their immersive live shows and signature liquid light displays, the band has built a dedicated following. When he’s not performing with Sons Lunaris, Justin also plays solo acoustic sets, […]
Professor Harp, born in Boston, Ma, 1951--- main vocal influences: Muddy Waters and Magic Sam. Main harmonica influences: George Harmonica Smith, Little and Big Walter. Forte--Texas-style Blues, R&B and Gulf-Coast Rock N Roll.
Studebaker John's career has spanned six decades with tours across Europe and the United States. With over 20 albums released, he's one of Chicago's most legendary blues musicians. Studebaker John's songs are featured in commercials, TV shows, and movies. Most notably, 'Ride Along' as well as films directed by Academy Award-nominated Director Atom Egoyan.
Acoustic Delta Blues
He’s been described as “the love child of Hank Williams and Otis Redding.” “The John Legend of rockabilly.” And even, “the ‘what-took-you-so-long?’ fusion of Elvis Presley and Marvin Gaye.” At every performance, whether in a venerable metropolitan concert hall or a grimy dive in an anonymous strip mall, Dwayne Haggins is always at work. Adding […]
Monthly Jazz at Theodore’s – Starting October 1st! 8-10pm Mark your calendars—every first Wednesday of the month, starting Wednesday, October 1st, local bassist Jason Schwartz will bring a fresh, new lineup of featured musicians to Theodore’s BBQ in downtown Springfield. Settle in for rich, dynamic jazz that’s as smoky and satisfying as the BBQ on […]