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The Bluescasters

high energy blues

About Me

The Bluescasters were formed in 2004 in Ann Arbor, Michigan by Harry Rodman, Kerry Adams, and Doug Wolgat. With varied perspectives on blues and diverse musical backgrounds, these three quickly developed a unique blend of high energy blues. Mixed with elements of R & B, Rock, Swing Blues, and Americana, the band's style has been well received by audiences throughout Michigan. Since adding a fourth band member, Phil Ryski, in the summer of 2005, the band has released two studio albums. The band members take turns singing lead, and use vocal harmonies to set them apart from other blues bands.
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The Bluescasters Five Dimes and Give Yourself the Blues reached the finals of the Detroit Music Awards "Best Blues/R & B Recording" for 2005 and 2006, respectively. The Band also reached the 2006 finals in the Detroit Music Awards category for "Best Blues/R & B Artist" in 2006. The band performs regularly at concerts, festivals, and nightclubs in the Detroit metropolitan area.
The Bluescasters are occaisionally joined by the Xsatiable Horns from Lady Sunshine and the X Band for select performances.
The swinging "Black and White", recorded live at the Village Theater (on the above player) is a sample. Special thanks to Lady Sunshine and her fabulous band...one of the best in Michigan! Get out and see them.
We would also like to thank the Detroit Blues Society and the West Michigan Blues Society for their continuing effort and support of blues.
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"The Bluescasters self-released 'Give Yourself the Blues' is a reminder
of why Detroit has always been a major blues town" - Mark Gallo
"For a good time, call the Bluescasters" - Wolfgang Spider
"Their blues...certainly has broad appeal" - Kevin Hill
"The Bluescasters are a true stage revelation" - Rootstime Magazine

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 12/26/2006
Band Website: thebluescasters.com
Band Members: The Bluescasters are available and equipped for any venue including ourdoor concerts, private parties, and nightclubs of all sizes within the Michigan area (sometimes beyond).
Have guitar, will travel...

Kerry Adams - guitar
Doug Wolgat - bass
Phil Ryski - harp/guitar/keys
Harry Rodman - drums

Photos by Toasty

Influences: Blues music, blues bands, dance floors, Albert Collins, Elmore James, Tinsley Ellis, Dr. John, Johnny Winter, Wilson Pickett, Jimmy Reed, Sam and Dave, Eric Clapton, Marvin Gaye, Howlin' Wolf, Professor Longhair, Jack Bruce, Robben Ford, Duane Allman, Little Walter, John Lee Hooker, Dan Kafila, Motown, Ann Arbor bands, Detroit bands, and the great state of Michigan.

Special thanks to you, Dan, for all of your help. We would also like to thank the many other Michigan blues fans that come out and support us and live entertainment in general. Without you, we would cease to exist (musically speaking, that is).

Here's our sincere blues endorsement of some other fine Michigan bands and musicians:

Jesse Sinatra
Chris Canas Blues Revolution
Lady Sunshine and the X Band
Dave Maki II
Patricio Padilla
Ken Ferry
Jon Margerum-Leys
Chef Chris
Horse Cave Trio
Randy Tessier
Root Doctor
Champagne
Motor City Blues Crew
Al Hill & the Love Butlers
Whit Hill & the Postcards
Insurrection
Rusty Wright Blues
Frog & the Beeftones
Wiley Coyote
The Sax Maniacs
The Witch Doctors
Measured Chaos
Michael Katon
Mystery Train
The Blues Owls
Bugs Beddow
The Terraplanes
Harmonica Shah
Luther "Badman"Keith
George Bedard & the Kingpins
Dave Rossiter and Hoodang
The Motor City Kings
John Latini and friends
Cherri and the Violators
The Midlife Crisis Blues band
The Christy Howard Band

...and many more.

With all of this talent located in Michigan, it's important to keep the blues scene alive and vibrant. Do your part! Go out this weekend and give yourself the blues!

Sounds Like: High energy blues, laced with Detroit funk and Chicago rhythms...a bit like Albert Collins meets Savoy Brown meets Rare Earth.
or at any given moment...

Willie Dixon
Johnny Winter
The Allman Brothers
Albert King
John Lee Hooker
Savoy Brown
Paul Butterfield
Santana
Little Charlie
Elmore James
Rolling Stones
Little Walter
Ike Turner
Cream
Muddy Waters
J.Geils
Earl King
etc, etc, etc...

It adds up to what we call Michigan blues.

PROMOTIONAL INFO:

For those of you who have not yet heard this group, you should come out and experience the energy, effort, and rocking good vibe. The Bluescasters always play to their audience. If the mood is laid back and people are in the romantic slow dance zone, they will be obliged. If foot stomping, guitar slinging rockers are in order, they will be delivered with a passion! When swing dancers hit the dance floor with a desire to flip and spin, The Bluescasters simply set the time machine to 1930 and transport the entire joint to the days when manhattans and long cigarette holders ruled the nightclub scene.

The Bluescasters live show experience can't be overstated. Each musician packs thirty plus years of music background into every song. The equipment is top notch, with PA system and mixing skills provided by pro sound and recording engineer, Kerry Adams, from Audio Encounters. The band also provides stage lighting when needed.

Interaction with the audience is always the order of the evening and having a good time is guaranteed. The Bluescasters also have great cross-generational appeal ranging from grandkids to grandparents, and everyone in between.

They're the perfect band for parties, weddings, and other events, both public and private. Use the following link; www.thebluescasters.comto navigate to the official Bluescasters website. Once there, click on "Contact Us" on the link bar for booking information.

We hope to see you soon!

Record Label: Audio Encounters
Saline, Michigan
Type of Label: Indie

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Booking Info and links

The Official Bluescasters Website Booking the Band Give Yourself the Blues on CDBaby Five Dimes on CDBaby Bluescasters in the studio Nobody But You (video) Give Yourself the Blues (video)...
Posted by The Bluescasters on Mon, 02 Apr 2007 09:15:00 PST