As for Day One festival highlights, it would be hard to beat the utterly energetic Fantastic Negrito, who along with his band brought to mind the legendary Sly & The Family Stone. The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network. Founded in 1995 with the help of Ron Moondog Esser, owner of one of the countrys top blues joints located in nearby Blawnox, PA, the Pittsburgh Blues Festival first took place at the Miller Lite Riverplex at Sandcastle Waterpark featuring headliners Koko Taylor, Jimmy Thackery and Debbie Davies. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Looking back at the last Harley-Davidson music festival in Milwaukee a decade ago, one memory burns brightest. Washington and his Roadmasters' largely instrumental sound, with organ and horns melded with the band leader's stinging guitar strokes, might have worked better earlier in the evening. Copeland said. Pittsburgh Blues Festival Hartwood Acres Park 200 Hartwood Acres Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (412) 767-9200 www.pghblues.com. The 2022 Highmark Blues & Heritage Festival will be live from Pittsburgh, PA on September 14-15, 2022. Beloved soul-blues rocker Tommy Castro fearlessly remains true to himself, creating 16 albums that range from horn-fueled R&B to fiery rock n roll, all driven by his captivating vocals and passionate guitar work, earning him unwavering praise. Carnegie Mellon University Center and Other Locations in Downtown Pittsburgh|5032 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA | Map. This time, she's performing along the Monongahela River at Highmark Stadium home of the Pittsburgh Riverhounds for the Wednesday night show that begins with two heritage-steeped, Grammy Award-winners Ranky Tanky of South Carolina at 5 p.m.; and Bay Area folk-blues singer Negrito, who has one of the year's highest-praised albums, at 6:15 p.m. Next on stage at 7:30 p.m. comes New Orleans blues and R&B artist Walter "Wolfman" Washington, with Foster and Copeland on at 8:45 p.m. ^ "Springing the Blues Festival". Here are some ways to spend it. Mark Wills Gary Burk III. "But at some point, it kind of stopped. She also is co-coordinator of Handmade Arcade. Not sure yet? Even better, it's all to benefit the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. Sun 8. Announcing the Pittsburgh Blues and Roots Festival 2019 - July 27th & 28th to be held on at The Syria Mosque, site of last year's festival.The festival will continue to serve as a benefit for autism. "We're talking about families now all looking different. 2:30 AM. Blues is a genre and musical form that originated in African-American communities in the Southern United States around the end of the 19th century. Well what about plans for tomorrow? Magness has been performing for three decades and is currently touring behind her recent release "The Devil is an Angel Too". Pittsburgh Blues and Roots Festival. Pittsburgh Blues Festival Address: Pittsburgh Brewing Company City: Lawrenceville State: PA Zip Code: 15201 Web Address: http://www.pghblues.com Phone Number: Toll . Acclaimed artists Shemekia Copeland and Ruthie Foster shared a closing set that had fans snapping photos to boast later. ^ "The San Francisco Blues Festival". The scheduled music acts wi. Phone: 412.281.7711 Toll Free: 877.568.3744, Pittsburgh Celebrates Juneteenth Freedom Day. ^ "Pittsburgh Blues and Roots Festival". "I'm just so sick of reality TV that's not really reality. Click for more info, schedules, and tickets. Leadoff track "Too Far to Be Gone" and the title track mention Civil Rights victories and the road to equality still ahead. 120 Fifth Avenue, Fifth Avenue PlaceSuite 2800Pittsburgh, PA 15222U.S. The August Wilson African American Cultural Center celebrates that diversity and hopes that you . More:Tady column: Cultural District returns; Beaver Station faces decision. Couples look different these days. 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A year ago exactly, Copeland performed a lively set, Tady column: Cultural District returns; Beaver Station faces decision, website, the Highmark Blues & Heritage Festival. Grammy Award-winning blues fusion artists Fantastic Negrito and Ranky Tanky delivered lively sets, and Walter "Wolfman" Washington and his band The Roadmasters provided an appetizing taste of New Orleans-style blues and R&B. Period. One volunteer invited concertgoers to fill out a marketing survey, which hopefully will figure out how to get a larger opening night crowd next year. PITTSBURGH OFFICIAL SILENT HEADPHONES PARTY. Johnny maintains a rigorous touring schedule, playing many shows and festivals around the world. Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, Fantastic Negrito and Shemekia Copeland highlight the two-day Highmark Blues & Heritage Festival, hosted by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center. Our July installment of My Favorite Guitar features Cheryl Rinovato, Pittsburgh blues-rock-jazz guitarist Cheryl Rinovato is featured in this month's installment of 'My Favorite Guitar', Pittsburgh blues fest headliner discusses songs to make her son proud, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram amazes with guitar prowess in Warrendale, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Some are like, 'Let's just hate these people' when we're all really one and the same That's literally the best part of America.". Welcome to Pittsburgh! Night two of the festival continues Thursday, featuring New Orleans' New Breed Brass Band, Mississippi guitar slayer Christone Kingfish" Ingram,Pittsburghs soul-rockersThe Commonheart, and English roots-reggae band Steel Pulse. Back then, bands could count on radio . After nearly 5 decades and 30 albums, the band continues to bring their blues to old and new fans alike. With trumpet in their mix, Ranky Tanky was as much jazz as blues, singing songs championing freedom, and influenced by the Gullah culture that originated among slaves in the Carolinas and Georgia. Info: Tickets are $25-$49. Allison Park, PA 15101 Copeland embraces the concert festival's concept and origins. 1877 Shriners Way, Cheswick, PA 15024. July 25 - 27 Various times 20 years, 287 bands, 10 million meals. July 22 -Waylon Jennings Tribute, August Manley wsg The Shiners. Sunday, July 305:30 6:45pmFestival Stage (Outdoors). It offers programs throughout the year to help those on the spectrum learn the magic of music. Running July 25th through July 27th at scenic Hartwood Acres, the three-day festival features musical entertainment by an impressive lineup of national, regional and local blues-based acts. This ignited his desire to become a skilled and versatile guitarist who draws upon a wealth of musical knowledge and riffs rather than focusing solely on speed. October 8 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm. "Kingfish" Ingram, had said in an interview last year, 22-year-old guitar ace Christone 'Kingfish' Ingram talks tour headed to Jergel's, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Johnny Winter Lionel's unique style of blues is evident on his playing of the electric violin and is showcased on the new record On Our Way to Memphis. Or send a check to:Band Together Pittsburgh364 Freeport Rd.Pittsburgh, Pa 15238, 2023 Pittsburgh Blues and Roots Festival. "I want him to be proud of his mommy, and respect her and think she was brave for singing about subjects that are uncomfortable but important. Joslyn & The Sweet Compression (Isaac Stephens guitar, Smith Donaldson bass, Rashawn Fleming drums, Trevin Little saxophone, and Sam Richardson Keyboard) combine to deliver a hook-filled mix of funk and soul. Therese McShea. Bringing the rich sounds of New Orleans to Hartwood Acres, Dr. John has played guitar on some of the greatest records to come out of the Big Easy, including those by Professor Longhair, Art Neville, Joe Tex and Frankie Ford. "I mean it's not just messages, it's what's happening right now," Copeland said. 20 years, 287 bands, 10 million meals. It is now held yearly at The Shriners Pavilion in Cheswick, Pennsylvania and is held over two days in the summer. The Gabe Stillman Band is a high-energy three-piece rooted in the blues but drawing inspiration from a wide range of American roots music, Their notable achievements include reaching the final eight out of 101 entries at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, where Gabes guitar prowess earned him the prestigious Gibson Guitar Award and recognition from the Blues Foundation. July 22 24th Saturday Pass: $35, Sunday Pass: $22, Weekend Pass: $50 Artists include Rhiannon Giddens, Christone Kingfish Ingram, Toshi Reagon and more! "Pink Turns to Red" deals with gun violence. The ladies teamed up on Copeland tunes like "Gullah Geechee" and the sassy "The Wrong Idea," putting a nice exclamation mark on a concert that deserved a bigger crowd. Light Amphitheatre and Pittsburgh Brewing, eventually finding its permanent home at Hartwood Acres. More:Pittsburgh blues fest headliner discusses songs to make her son proud. This Texan has received numerous Grammy nominations for his albums, most recently in 2004 for his release "I'm a Bluesman". Well you still have time to decide Where are you staying? Sfblues.com. Though seeing the 73-year-old Washington play a brief guitar solo with his teeth was pretty entertaining. Not to be missed is the Pittsburgh Blues Festival at Hartwood Acres July 22-24th. Opens at noon; music starts at 1:30pm both days; Ends at 11:30 pm Saturday and at 10pm on Sunday; Two stages - one under roof . HBHF is a 2-day, in-person festival that takes place at the Highmark Stadium in Downtown Pittsburgh. | Austin, TX. Barry Adams. The dates for 2023 are Saturday, June 24, Saturday, August 26, and Saturday, October 7. Daniel Cooper has resided in Pittsburgh for over 10 years. CHESWICK, PA 15024. Also performing Saturday are John Nemeth and the 2011 "Girls with Guitars" tour, which features Samantha Fish, Cassie Taylor and Dani Wilde. The Pittsburgh Blues and Roots Festival is a music festival featuring National and Local blues musicians in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. By clicking sign up, you agree to share your email address with NEXTpittsburgh and Mailchimp. "Technically it is. Musically, she is in a band called The Garment District and is a founding member of Brooklyn's The Ladybug Transistor. Taylor Hawkins' cover band Chevy Metal was booked for a side stage, and Foo . By accessing our site, you agree to the terms of Everfest's privacy policy. Copeland's a perfect fit, on the road supporting an August release, "Done Come Too Far," that frankly addresses societal ills and injustices, often from a resilient Black perspective. "Isn't that hilarious? PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- The Black Music Festival in Pittsburgh is underway at Point State Park. Retrieved July 15, 2019. This two-day festival takes over the Pittsburgh Shrine Center each summer, . Located at 980 Liberty Ave., in downtown Pittsburgh, the August Wilson center takes its name from the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright who once said his life changed for the better with a thrift shop purchase of a record by blues legend Bessie Smith. Proceeds benefit the Autism Society of Pittsburgh and Band Together Pittsburgh, a community-based nonprofit that uses the power of music to enrich the lives of individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. July 29-30, 2023 Cheswick, PA. Her music finds hope, too, as in the new track "Catfish & Bibles," about a raucous juke joint and store where everyone's welcome and accepted, no matter their race, gender or background. July 10 - Syria Shriners Golf Scramble & Hillbilly Open. 1. other events by this organization. View a complete schedule of events, as well as information about tickets and shuttle services. "For them to be putting it on, that's wonderful.". For many, the 21-year-old Pittsburgh Blues Festival had become a tradition. 3. To provide the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. Though his songs packed a punch, including tracks from "White Jesus Black Problems," his widely acclaimed new album with the theme of a 1700s interracial love story inspired by his ancestry. "Are you kidding? She said if the apocalypse comes, and a survivor from the future found one of her records, "they would know what was going on in the world. Admission: $30-$50. Janiva Magness brings her soulful blues to this day full of female performers. July 14, 2023 / 1:02 AM / CBS Pittsburgh. The setting itself was very pleasant it's the only major act concert there this year produced by the August Wilson African American Cultural Center and presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield. What will that 90-minute, Copeland-Foster shared stage be like? This event has already finished but is here for your information. "Pittsburgh Blues Festival brings separate styles together", "Pittsburgh Blues Festival Supports Food Bank", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Pittsburgh_Blues_Festival&oldid=1155144129, Articles with dead external links from May 2019, Articles with permanently dead external links, Articles with dead external links from March 2018, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 4.0, This page was last edited on 16 May 2023, at 22:10. No outside food or drink. Ron has played a key role since 1994 booking national and local artists for the festival. The Lionel Young Band is fresh off a 2011 win for the best band in the International Blues Challenge (IBC). Copeland long ago ignored the advice she sarcastically sings about on the album's "Dumb It Down," preferring to be an artist of substance, not superficiality. Click for more info, schedules, and tickets. Save this event: Paint and Sip Celebration, Save this event: All You Can Eat CRAB FEAST, Save this event: Finally Free Fest - Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, Save this event: Johnny Angel and the Halos. "That's always been very important to me. A previous solo winner makes Lionel the only two time winner of this competition. Sunday, July 307:15 9:00pmFestival Stage (Outdoors). The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Great music! This event is not only exciting and fun, but the money raised helps the Autism Society of Pittsburgh and Band Together Pittsburgh continue providing musical opportunities to persons on the spectrum through our Autism Open Mic , says Jesse Torisky, Esquire, President of the Autism Society of Pittsburgh. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes. Fridays diverse lineup of music features Bernard Allision, Norm Nardini & The Pittsburgh All-Stars, Billy the Kid and Mahajibee. PITTSBURGH Three of blues music's top contemporary songwriters and performing talents grace the stage this coming Wednesday and Thursday at Highmark Stadium. Leadoff act Ranky Tanky from Charleston, S.C., played songs off its 2020 Grammy-winning Best Regional Roots album, "Stand By Me." 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. ABC7 Bay Area 24/7 live stream. At one point, fewer than two dozen spectators sat in the bleachers, with most fans occupying the chairs provided in front of the three stages, or the bring-your-own chair area on the soccer field's spongy soft artificial grass. The two-day Highmark Blues & Heritage Festival begins Sept. 14 and hits all the corners of blues music with traditional, classic blues, gospel and new horizons in the blues genre. The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user. Publication of festival information does not imply endorsement by or affiliation with Everfest. Spring and summer are the best times to attend a local music festival around Pittsburgh and there is certainly no shortage of live music events throughout the region. [3], Bill Toms and Hard Rain Featuring The Soulville Horns, The kidzone is a fairly new attraction of the Pittsburgh Blues Festival. See Who's Going to Steel City Blues Festival 2022 in Pittsburgh, PA! Rock out for a great cause this weekend at the 20th annual Pittsburgh Blues Festival, while also supporting the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. The stage name for Xavier Dphrepaulezz, Fantastic Negrito noticed the festival's light turnout, comparing it to his award-winning NPR Tiny Desk concert, and saying it didn't feel like a concert, because there weren't enough people. Consenting to these technologies will allow us to process data such as browsing behavior or unique IDs on this site. The sound quality Wednesday was sharp, though the stage-left speakers cut out for a few minutes during Foster's solo set, until fans gestured to the soundboard workers to fix the problem, which they promptly did. The current incarnation is a quartet fronted by Kim Simmonds, who has relinquished lead vocals to Joe Whiting in order to again focus on his guitar playing. Phone: 412-242-4562. Festival information may not be up to date due to COVID-19, but you can view our list of cancellations here. I have a little boy, Johnny, who turns 6 on Christmas Eve," Copeland said. June 7th marked the release of their debut album, Revelator. We at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center celebrate that diversity and hope that you will join us, hoping for a more humane today and a brighter tomorrow.". Having the blues never felt so good! ^ "Welcome to the Sunflower River Blues and Gospel Festival". No matter what genre of music . 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July 21, 2011 / 6:01 AM Beloved soul-blues rocker Tommy Castro fearlessly remains true to himself, creating 16 albums that range from horn-fueled R&B to fiery rock 'n' roll, all driven by his captivating vocals and passionate guitar work, earning him unwavering praise. Return to wrap up your blues weekend on Sunday, with a varied lineup featuring JJ Grey & Mofro, the Spin Doctors, the Ben Miller Band, Jill Simmons & Friends, Eugene & the Nightcrawlers and the Nieds Hotel Band. The rest of the festival will feature performances from nationally and internationally known blues artists such as three time Grammy nominee Bettye LaVette, performance ensemble Sweet Honey in the Rock, and jazz guitarist John Scofield, as well as emergent artists like Teeny Tucker, Michael Mwenso & The Harlem Shakes, Deva Mahal, Blind Boy Jerron Paxton and many more. Then came powerhouse vocalist Copeland and her rollicking blues band playing a similar length before Copeland welcomed Foster back out to join them. Sat, Jul 31 2021 1:30 PM Sun, Aug 1 2021 10:00 PM. Pittsburgh's Black Music Festival fills Point State Park and Market Square with RnB, Soul, Jazz, Blues, Funk and Gospel artists. Legends such as Buddy Guy, Clarence Gatemouth Brown, Taj Mahal, Brian Setzer, Susan Tedeschi, Johnny Winter, Steve Earl, Leon Russell, Pinetop Perkins, John Mayall and Robert Cray have all been featured over the past two decades. The National Blues Foundation honored Ron Esser with the "Keeping the Blues Alive" award in 2005. People say they are political, but they're not. Vento states, The highlight of this wonderful event is witnessing the performances and contributions by those on the autism spectrum.. There's a brand new downtown music festival joiningPittsburgh's already amazingsummer festival lineup. 106 E 8th Ave. Must be an Everfest PRO member to view contact info. HBHF is a 2-day, in-person festival that takes place at the Highmark Stadium in Downtown Pittsburgh. This event has already finished but is here for your information. PIJF hosts live music with renowned artists . That's the best part of America, though I think people seem to have forgotten that. The lyrics matter-of-factly drop a line about "Louie and his husband Dan" dancing together. This website uses cookies to provide our visitors with a great user experience. Wednesday 05 July 2023 - Thursday 06 July 2023. Over the next 19 years, the festival moved on to the I.C. She has been playing . / CBS Pittsburgh. Featuring New Breed Brass Band, Christone Kingfish Ingram, Steel Pulse, Ranky Tanky, Fantastic Negrito, Walter Wolfman Washington and more! Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Ron Esser and musician John Vento are founders of Band Together Pittsburgh, the force behind the Pittsburgh Blues and Roots Festival. Instead, he declared his performance would be "a sermon without the religion." The Blues Festival is the Food Bank's largest annual fundraiser and will be held at Hartwood Acres for the sixth year, thanks to a partnership with Allegheny County. What do you want to do first? [1] It is one of the region's "marquee annual concerts. Ne Malcolm John Rebennack, Jr. in 1940, the iconic singer-songwriter, pianist and guitarist is known for his eclectic mix of blues, pop, jazz, zydeco, boogie woogie and rock & roll. We are bringing back a very popular Pittsburgh music tradition. Copeland agrees with a statement that another of the Highmark blues festival's stars, guitarist-singer "Kingfish" Ingram, had said in an interview last year, that the blues was some of the original protest music, but somehow the genre got away from that. It's not like mainstream country, hip-hop or rock songs are normalizing same-sex marital references. Immersed in music from a young age, Hicks was influenced by the vibrant music scene of Harlem, where his parents constantly played music at home and took him to local nightspots like the Lennox Lounge and the Cotton Club. Website: www.pghblues.com. Save this event: Jazz Night - The Great American Songbook & Beyond! If you want a real-deal singer-songwriter, catch Copeland's performance in Pittsburgh. More:22-year-old guitar ace Christone 'Kingfish' Ingram talks tour headed to Jergel's, "That's right. Proceeds benefit Autism Pittsburgh and Band Together Pittsburgh, a community-based nonprofit that uses the power of music to enrich the lives of individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. [4], Proceeds from the event benefit charity. More:Christone "Kingfish" Ingram amazes with guitar prowess in Warrendale. "He had been molested in boarding school. 412-263-1601. localnews@post-gazette.com. Anyone on or off Facebook. There are currently no upcoming dates for 2022 Pittsburgh Blues and Roots Festival. Thanks to a few of the event's many sponsors, the Kidzone tent at the festival accommodates a wide range of children activities including story-telling, face painting, musical presentations, and crafts. Thunderbird Cafe. The festival kicks off with its special Friday event which is free to all who bring a bag of non-perishable grocery items to donate to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. "This is Pittsburgh's only remaining blues bar. The Highmark Blues & Heritage Festival (HBHF) is about hope, roots, and the connections that music makes across races, neighborhoods, and beliefs. The lineup brings southern California vibes mixed with Pittsburgh-forged .
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