Gary Bertsch & The Blamers is an Americana-folk rock act mixing elements of country and bluegrass. Gary and The Blamers also perform songs from John Prine, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, Mumford & Sons, The Avett Bros, and The Lumineers. Gary recently performed at Cincinnati's Fountain Square and Washington Park. Jason S, a client, had this to say: "I reached out to Gary to play a private party. Gary brought a big stage feel and incorporated that into our intimate setting and the crowd could not have been more engaged. A true professional, he would feel at home playing at Riverbend, my backyard, or anywhere in between. Book Gary for your next event and your guests will have a wonderful evening."
Gary and his son were awesome to have at our event! He did such a good job at doing cover songs and some of his original work. A lot of our patrons danced along to the music. He even helped be an MC for the event as needed and did an excellent job with that! We are looking forward to the next opportunity to bring him back to one of our events!
Response from Gary Bertsch & The Blamers:
Thanks, Katie...we had a great time!
Gary Bertsch & the Blamers were absolutely amazing. I hired them for my boyfriends surprise 30th birthday party and they absolutely killed it. The event was outdoors by the river and the band was incredibly professional, they were here at 10:50AM for at 12:30 PM start. They had all of their equipment ready as well as bringing a fourth guy (when I originally was quoted for 3 people, bonus! 😁). Genuinely this could not have been a better band for the party and could not recommend more!!
Response from Gary Bertsch & The Blamers:
Thanks, Nikki, and thanks for trusting us with our set list mixing original music with cover songs. We had a great time!
Gary Bertsch and the Blamers have played at my place more than any other band. They act professional, arrive early, and are ready to go before the time they are supposed to go on stage. Once on stage, they have an amazing sound. Their original song writing is reminiscent of Woody and Arlo Guthrie, while their style is more like the Avett Brothers. They bring a great energy to every show!
I am a huge fan of Gary Bertsch and the Blamers! Gary has a magical talent of turning moments of his life into the best songs I've ever heard! This band is a treasure hidden in my hometown and I love that every time I see them play there is always a new Blamer sharing their hidden talent! If you have never heard them play before, you are missing out, stop by any fabulous venue that they play and you will be glad you did!
Gary was the perfect headliner for my Oktoberfest party. He was great with the crown and played music to fit the theme. My guests had nothing but compliments. I highly recommend his band and am glad to have found him! Prost!
I booked Gary and his group for the 2018 Greenhills Harvest Fest as our headliner and although I was too tired to stay to hear them play I was given rave reviews from our volunteers and committee about their performance! One of my council members told me that they sounded great, the crowd was really enjoying the performance, dancing along and that the band even stayed 45 min longer than they were booked to perform! I really appreciate how great these guys were to work with and knowing that our crowd was enjoying them! My only regret was not getting to hear them myself. Thank you so much to Gary and The Blame Bertsch Band for a great performance!
Brenda Davis, Village of Greenhills
My company hosted a catered brunch benefiting a charity organization on a windy, rainy day. Despite challenging weather conditions The Blame Bertsch Band got their gear set up quick & provided energetic accompaniment for our event. They're professional, friendly, and most importantly talented. I recommend them highly for any occasion.
Price Range: $350 and up.
Gig Length: 60 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
With Gary Bertsch & The Blamers, you are getting authentic foot stomping, hand clapping, fun loving, music.
Gary mixes storytelling into his songs and performances and encourages audience participation. In addition to his original catalogue, Gary covers such artists as: John Prine, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, Ray LaMontagne, The Band, Little Feat, The Lumineers, The Avett Bros, The Rolling Stones, and The Black Crowes. Jason S, a recent client, had this to say, "I reached out to Gary to play a graduation party held in the backyard. Gary brought a big stage feel and incorporated that into our intimate setting and the crowd could not have been more engaged. A true professional, he would feel at home playing at Riverbend, my backyard, or anywhere in between. Book Gary for your next event and your guests will have a wonderful evening."
June 2022
Members:
Gary Bertsch: vocals, rhythm guitar, percussion, harmonica
Garren Bertsch: saxophone
Brandon Vieth: lead guitar, ganjo
Gary Bertsch was born, raised, and resides in Northern Kentucky (just a few miles south of Cincinnati). Gary's music is a mix of folk rock and roll with an Americana feel. Gary performs solo and with The Blamers and released his latest album, Hot Dern vol. 1, in May 2022. Gary also appeared live on WOBO FM 88.7 in the fall of 2021.
Gary has been performing in the tri-state area for over 20 years. He sings, plays rhythm guitar, and drums and performs solo and with The Blamers. In 2012, along with long time fellow musician Dan Walsh, Gary formed The Blame Bertsch Band and released the self titled album Blame Bertsch. Gary has performed at Cincinnati's Fountain Square & Washington Park, Arnold's Bar & Grill, Merchants & Music Festival (Ft. Thomas), Maifest and Oktoberfest (Covington), Harvest Fest Greenhills (Cincinnati), and The Southgate House Revival. Gary Bertsch & The Blamers are on rotation at Sis's on Monmouth (Newport, KY) and Alexandria Brewing Company (Alexandria, KY).
On a less serious note...
Gary, the fifth child of nine, is a high school English teacher and was a lover of nerd culture before it was cool to be a lover of nerd culture. His nerdness extends, but is not limited to: Star Wars, Star Trek, Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, The X Files, Dr. Who, reading, writing, and professional wrestling. Gary is also attempting to memorize every line from The Big Lebowski.
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Gary Bertsch & The Blamers consists of guitars, saxophone, banjo, and percussion. Gary plays solo and also with up to a 5 piece band. Whatever the space, we can fit your needs.
| November 02, 2024 • 10:00am - 2:00pm | Festival |
| October 07, 2023 • 4:00pm - 8:00pm | Greenhills Harvest Fest |
| July 30, 2023 • 12:30pm - 4:30pm | Birthday Party |
| June 16, 2023 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | An Evening w/ Gary Bertsch @ Sis's |
| May 27, 2023 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Alexandria Brewing Comp. Anniversary Event |
| May 13, 2023 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | An Evening w/ Gary Bertsch @ Streetside Brewery |
| April 28, 2023 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Pop up Concert @ Washington Park |
| September 24, 2022 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | House Party |
| October 09, 2021 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | An Evening w/ Gary Bertsch & The Blamers |
| September 04, 2021 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cystic Fibrosis Fundraiser |
| August 13, 2021 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | An Evening w/ Gary Bertsch & The Blamers |
| August 06, 2021 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Gary Bertsch & The Blamers - headlining |
| July 17, 2021 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | An Evening w/ Gary Bertsch & The Blamers |
| July 03, 2021 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Holiday Party |
| June 26, 2021 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Private Party |
| June 25, 2021 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Private Party |
| May 29, 2021 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Gary Bertsch & The Blamers - headlining |
| May 28, 2021 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | An Evening w/ Gary Bertsch & The Blamers |
| October 06, 2018 • 5:00pm - 9:00pm | Harvest Fest |
| September 21, 2018 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | The Blame Bertsch Band at Sis' Newport, KY |
| September 08, 2018 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Oktoberfest Covington, KY |
| October 15, 2017 • 11:30am - 2:30pm | Cultural Event |
| December 19, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Mokka & the Sunset Bar & Grill |
| November 27, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Mokka & the Sunset Bar & Grill |
| October 30, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Wilder, KY |
| October 02, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Mokka & the Sunset Bar & Grill |
Along with original music, we play the following cover songs:
Rattlin' Bog
My Old KY Home
Paradise - John Prine
Spanish Pipedream - John Prine
Illegal Smile - John Prine
Girl From the North Country - Dillon
Times Are Changin' - Dillon
Wreck on the Highway – Acuff
Laundry Room – Avett Bros
I and Love You - Avett
Winter Winds - Mumford
Ruby Sees All - Cake
No Rain - Blind Melon
Gideon - MMJ
Ramble On – Led Zeppelin
Hey, Hey - Led Zep
Your Time is Gonna Come – Led Zep
Ring of Fire - Cash
Trouble – LaMontagne
Sin City – Flying Burrito Bros.
Ticket to Ride - Beatles
Up on Cripple Creek - Band
The Weight - Band
Willin’ – Little Feat
Fat Man in Bath Tub - Little Feat
Dead Flowers - Stones
Satisfaction - Stones
What I Got - Sublime
Superman - REM
The One I Love - REM
Jealous Again - TBC
Oh Sweet Nuthin – Velvet U.
Blue Suede Shoes - Elvis
Squeeze Box - Who
Let’s Go, Let’s Go – Hank Ballard
Franklin’s Tower – GD
Country Roads – John Denver
You Don’t Know How it Feels - TP
Don't Come Around Here - TP
Last Kiss – Cochran
Jane Says – Jane’s Addiction
Tupelo Honey – Morrison
To Love Somebody – Bee Gee’s
Don’t Do It – Marvin Gaye
59th St. Bridge Song – Simon&Garf
Walk on the Ocean – Toad Wet S.
Stir it Up – Marley
Steal My Kisses – Ben Harper
John Prine, The Band, Bob Dylan, The Avett Bros, Led Zeppelin, Little Feat, Johnny Cash, Graham Parsons, Tom Petty, REM, The Black Crowes.
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