The BluesNiks bring a unique blend of Chicago Rhythm and Blues, Memphis Soul, Contemporary Jazz, Rock, and Funky Grooves to the stages and venues across the Chicago metro and entire midwest music scene. This show brings big energy & the best of every taste - from barrelhouse piano, to rockin' guitar licks, lively Hammond organ, a funky rhythm section, and our soulful horn section --
The BluesNiks dig into the collections of popular tunes and hidden gems, performing an array of music from contemporary and roots artists ranging from Tommy Castro, Little Milton, SRV, James Brown, Tab Benoit, to Ray Charles, Sam & Dave, and other icons.
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Gig Length: 60 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
The BluesNiks bring a unique blend of Chicago Rhythm and Blues, Memphis Soul, Contemporary Jazz, Rock, and Funky Grooves to the stages across the Chicago and midwest music scene. This show brings high energy and the best of every taste -- from the barrelhouse piano, to the rockin' guitar licks, the lively Hammond organ, a funky rhythm section, and our soulful horn section -- The BluesNiks are sure to get the people off their seats and get their tails a shakin' !
The BluesNiks bring big energy and a variety of some of the best musicians from all styles of music, and combine them into a unique performance of american music styles that have all been built from the blues. "The blues are the roots, and all the other styles are the fruits."
The BluesNiks dig into the collections of popular tunes and hidden gems, performing an array of music from contemporary and roots artists ranging from Tommy Castro, Little Milton, SRV, James Brown, Tab Benoit, to Ray Charles, Sam & Dave, and other icons.
The BluesNiks bring a unique blend of Chicago Rhythm and Blues, Memphis Soul, Contemporary Jazz, Rock, and Funky Grooves to the stages across the Chicago and midwest music scene. This show brings high energy and the best of every taste -- from the barrelhouse piano, to the rockin' guitar licks, the lively Hammond organ, a funky rhythm section, and our soulful horn section -- The BluesNiks are sure to get the people off their seats and get their tails a shakin' !
The BluesNiks bring big energy and a variety of some of the best musicians from all styles of music, and combine them into a unique performance of american music styles that have all been built from the blues. "The blues are the roots, and all the other styles are the fruits."
The BluesNiks dig into the collections of popular tunes and hidden gems, performing an array of music from contemporary and roots artists ranging from Tommy Castro, Little Milton, SRV, James Brown, Tab Benoit, to Ray Charles, Sam & Dave, and other icons.
IF SOUND and LIGHT SYSTEM TO BE PROVIDED BY BAND --
We can provide our own show sound/PA, and front line and back line sound systems as needed.
Band can provide stage lighting if needed.
IF SOUND and/or LIGHT SYSTEM PROVIDED BY VENUE -
Lighting to be provided by venue based on performance and event needs.
FOH and BOH live audio and PA to be provided by venue based on performance and event needs.
STAGE REQUIREMENTS -
We are comfortable and have adapted and performed in almost any size venue situation, from small corner areas in a small intimate location, to large scale stages and events.
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| February 13, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Galena Brewing Company, Galena |
| October 04, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Lake Barrington, IL |
We have a large variety of styles and set lists that we draw from.
Below is a sample of a recent set list for a large event with a diverse audience.
Our styles and sets include performance and arrangements styles, musical tribute styles, audience participation and dancing, party styles, and so much more.
We also have set lists for musical styles and themes, including Mardi Gras/New Orleans styles ; Traditional & Contemporary Blues ; Rock/Blues styles ; Jazz/Swing/Funk styles ; Halloween events ; Christmas/Holiday events ; Reggae/Ska styles ; Cover/Tribute band sets ; etc.
SAMPLE SET LIST : BELOW IS AN EXAMPLE OF ONE OF OUR RECENT SET LISTS --
T-Bone Shuffle
Make it Back to Memphis
Back in a Cadillac
I Get Green
Ram
The Look
The Walk
Good Booty and BBQ
I'm Tore Down
You Know What I Mean
Nasty Habits
Northside Gal
Grits Ain’t Groceries
Walkin the Dog
Mustang Sally
Vehicle
Messin' With The Kid
Dock of the bay
The Letter
Hard to Handle
You Haven’t Done Nothing
What I'd Say
Shake A Tail Feather
Soul Man
Three Handed Woman
Gotta Serve Somebody
Couldn't Stand The Weather
My Last Meal
Cold Duck Time
Senor Blues
That's What Love Will Make You Do
Trading One Fool For Another
Broke and Lonely
I’m a Blues Man
Two Bit Town
Honey Hush
Born Under A Bad Sign
Southern California Purples (CTA version)
Chelsa Dagger
| Jim C | drums and percussion |
| Mitch G | lead vocals, guitar, trumpet. |
| Bill Z | bass (acoustic and electric) |
| Robb C | saxophones and woodwinds, vocals. |
| John G | lead guitar, vocals. |
| Norm F | trombone, brass |
| Tony B | piano, organ, keys, vocals |
Keb Mo, Tommy Castro, Sam & Dave, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Stevie Wonder, Tower of Power, Chicago, Eric Clapton, BB King, James Brown, Ray Charles, ZZ Top, Tab Benoit, Steve Winwood, Joe Cocker, Dr. John, Buckwheat Zydeco, and sooooo many others.
" The blues is the roots, and all the other styles are the fruits " (* quote from Willie Dixon). THE BLUESNIKS provide and enjoy expert performances of every style from the tree of american music. The roots, the leaves, the fruits, the branches, and even the spaces in between.
vocal mics for 3 vocalists.
live audio mics for 3 horns
live audio mics for a 6 piece drum kit.
direct in for 2 keys, 2 guitars, 1 bass.
live audio mic for 2 guitar amps.
connections for In-ear monitors for 4 players (if possible).
- front line and back line stage monitors.
we can provide our own show sound, and front line and back line sound systems as needed.
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