James Anthony Inducted as Master Blues Artist in Blues Hall of Fame

Our congratulations to Burlington Bluesman James Anthony for his recent induction as a Master Blues Artist in the Blues Hall of Fame.

He was awarded the honour on September 22, 2013 along with frequent Jack de Keyzer collaborator Harmonica Shah, Alberta Adams, Blues photographer Don McGhee, and many others.

The event took place in Clinton Township, Michigan, where James performed along with the other talented recipients.

On his Facebook page he stated "Huge Honour thanks to all my supporters and friends!"

Other amazing Canadian Blues talent who've been recognized by the Hall include Derek Miller, Donnie & Hock Walsh (Downchild), Danny Marks, Colin Linden, Ken Whiteley, Morgan Davis, Danny Brooks, and more.

Video below courtesy of 241156can



Blast from the Past: James Anthony CD - On The Edge

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Videos: Trickbag and James Anthony@Fool and Flagon (May 11, 2013)

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Blast From the Past: James Anthony w Les and Larry of Trickbag@Buddy's

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New Episode of Ensemble on YouTube (James Anthony, Al Lukas, Mary Simon, Barry Mac)

Links: James Anthony, Al Lukas, Mary Simon, Barry Mac, More Ensemble Episodes, Video courtesy of Cable 14

Since we haven't featured Al Lukas on this blog before, here are two bonus videos from his YouTube page





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12 Videos of Christmas: 1-4

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Wendell Ferguson and the James Anthony Band

James Anthony (guitar, left), Gary Taylor (drums), Wendell Ferguson (vocals, guitar), Bill Speers (keys)









More Waylon Jennings Covers/Stories



 Click here for the James Anthony Band's portion of the show

Blast from the Past: Wendell Ferguson@Private Function

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James Anthony Band and Wendell Ferguson@Black Swan (November 17, 2012)

James Anthony (guitar, left - vocals on Every Day I Got the Blues and Your Mind is on Vacation), Gary Taylor (drums, vocals on Harvest Moon), Wendell Ferguson (guitar, centre), Bill Speers (keys on all except Spooky, vocals on Messin' with the Kid), Brent Bailey (of Rocket 88s)(keys & vocals on Spooky)


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Click here for Wendell Ferguson's portion of the show

Blast from the Past: James Anthony and Others@Burlington Ribfest

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New James Anthony Band CD: Live in the Barrel

The James Anthony Band has always had killer live performances.  Now thanks to their latest CD, Live in the Barrel, amazing highlights from those shows are now available.

James struts his stuff on some of his coolest songs such as Hound Dog Blues, Down With the Blues, Doin' Days and many others.The veteran guitarist and singer is in excellent form here.

The energy is also high when the band covers classics such as Born under a Bad Sign, Use Me, and Little Wing.

Throw in a couple of  wicked instrumental numbers and the CD becomes a wonderful showcase for what the band has to offer.

We're told there are a limited amount of copies so get yours soon at one of James' live shows.

Below is a video of one of the tracks from the CD.



Blast from the Past: Review of James' CD: On the Edge

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Kitchener Blues Festival (August 12, 2012)

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More from this Festival

• Saturday, Part 1
• Saturday, Part 2
• Pictures
  

Blast from the Past: Ken Whiteley@Golden Pheasant

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News Roundup (Robin Benedict, John Ellison, Videos)

Local

• Music Biz Bits blog post on Robin Benedict
• John Ellison celebrates 4 millions performances of Some Kind of Wonderful
  

Canada

• August issue of Maple Blues Magazine

World

• Podcasts: Roadhouse 388, Roadhouse 389, Nothing But the Blues 202, Nothing But the Blues 203, Blues Time 166
• Trivia Comic Strips on Mick Jagger: First, Second
  

Funny/Weird Stuff

• Famous musicians - if they were still around
• Funny Pic: Let it Bean

Blasts From the Past

• 2009: Jack de Keyzer Band@Boston Manor
• 2010: Kenny Macinnes YouTube Videos
• 2011: Dave Rave@Dr. Disc

Featured Videos

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Hamilton and Area

• Kathleen Edwards story in the Spec

Canada

• Edmonton Music Award Nominees

World

• Today in soul: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
• New special BB King magazine with DVD Documentary
• America receives star on Walk of Fame
• First approved Bob Marley Documentary debuts this month
• Cigar Box Guitar Museum
• International Blues Challenge Winners
• Troggs singer retires

Weird/Funny Stuff

• Funny Hendrix pic
• 6 elaborate F-Us from musicians to the industry
• John Lee Hooker For President
• Explaining Rockabilly

Blasts from the Past

• 2009: James Anthony Acoustic CD
• 2010: Corktown Blues and Roots Fest
• 2011: Big Rude Jake & Margaret Stowe@Private Show

Featured Video courtesy of Smyleseh.


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12 Videos of Christmas 2011: 5-8

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Smoke Wagon Blues Band@Plough and Harrow (December 10, 2011) Part 1

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Bonus video of singer Corey Lueck with the James Anthony Band courtesy of TV Cogeco Ontario



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Ginger St. James YouTube Videos

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James Anthony Band Release Canadian Jam Tracks

James Anthony and his band (Garth Vogan, Dave Russell, Mike Doyle and Ian McCallister) recorded Canadian Jam Tracks, Volume 1.
These backing tracks are a great way for novice and expert musicians to practice their skills on their own. They already have the rhythm, all you have to supply is the leads. Whether you want some boogie, slow blues, soul, funk, country or more - this has what you need!

This collection also doubles as an excellent instrumental album for the non-musician. It will get you moving and shaking.

You can download these great tracks on iTunes.

Check out the song sample below.



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Corey Lueck & Smoke Wagon Blues Band YouTube Videos

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Above two videos with the James Anthony Band





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Remembering Kris St. Louis

Kris St. Louis was a local energetic, talented singer, songwriter and guitarist . In 1995, she released her first and only CD, Boss of Love. The disc featured amazing work from her as well as James Anthony and Carlos Del Junco.

In 1997, Kris also came out with the excellent cassette, 7 Days - Songs of Faith.

Unfortunately, she passed away in the late 1990's, leaving behind a short but wonderful legacy.









Bonus videos of a 1997 Backyard BBQ, courtesy of 57Headstock




Click here for a site dedicated to Kris

Do you know a local defunct band or late musician who is underrepresented online? Contact us at blueshamilton@gmail.com and we'll see if we can get them some exposure.

James Anthony and Friends@Oakville Jazz Festival (August 6, 2011)

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Left to right: Joe Marquez (Pop Cherry), James Anthony, Les Smith (Trickbag)





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Bonus Videos



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James Anthony, Les Smith and Friends @ Carrigan Arms (March 26, 2011)

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James Anthony (guitar, vocals), Les Smith of Trickbag (harmonica, vocals), Bobby Blake (vocals on Unchain My Heart), Charlie Cooley (drums), Garth Vogan (bass)











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New James Anthony CD: On the Edge

Burlington bluesman, James Anthony gets all soulful on his latest CD, On the Edge. This great sound suits him extremely well.

With cool female background vocals, horn section, organ, and more, James and the gang infuse the disc with incredible flavours of blues, funk, jazz, rock and soul.

Highlights include the sweet ballad, Take Your Time With Her, the hard boogieing Hound Dog Blues (featuring Les Smith of Trickbag on harmonica) and three accomplished instrumentals.

The album is available at James' high-energy live shows and as a download/physical CD on CDbaby

Below is a live performance of Hound Dog Blues.



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James Anthony and Friends @ DNV Jam (October 19, 2010)

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James Anthony (guitar on first 5 tracks, vocals on Every Day I Have the Blues, Use Me, Who's Been Talking), Les Smith (Trickbag)(harmonica on last 3 songs, vocals on Got My Mojo Working, Crosscut Saw), Paul Panchezak (Trickbag)(drums on Crosscut Saw), Backbeat Brian (vocals and harmonica on Crosscut Saw), Larry Fuedo (Trickbag)(guitar on Crosscut Saw). More personnel info to come.













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