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Big Leg Emma was formed in the summer of 2001 after long time musical partners Steve Johnson (songwriter/vocals/guitar) and Charity Nuse (songwriter/vocals/mandolin/djembe) met Amanda Barton (fiddle/vocals) through mutual friends. Although musical styles varied, the three immediately melded their sounds to create a unique genre of music mixing folk rock, bluegrass and alternative country.
In April, 2006 they joined forces with Steve French (bass) and Rad Akers (drums). This union created a very energetic sound including influences ranging from progressive rock to hip hop; intensifying BLE’s ability to jam. Our newest member, Steve Davis (keys/organ/vocals) was added in February, 2007. His jazz/funk/blues sty lings completed what is now known as Big Leg Emma. Even though BLE is often described as a Firey Americana Roots Rock band, they appeal to audiences of all ages and musical preferences. With the front three original members still in place, the addition of the newest members has enabled BLE to reach new ground without losing their original chemistry.
BLE is a nationally touring act that creates their music on feel, vibe, and deep hearted lyrics. The band's tour schedule has led them from the scenic hills of Western New York to the Great Northeast, the Midwest, the Deep South, and all points in between.  BLE has built a strong following in the festival circuit sharing stages with Rusted Root, 10,000 Maniacs, Gin Blossoms, The Sam Bush Band, The Wailers, Keith Anderson, Los Lobos, Old Crow Medicine Show, Peter Rowan and Donna the Buffalo, just to name a few.
The band is now out in support of their latest CD "Big Leg Emma LIVE", just released in July 2007. Big Leg Emma has grown in many positive, professional and personal ways over the last few years and is looking forward to a great summer! The band will be on tour in a town near you. See YA ALL ON THE DANCE FLOOR!!!


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Member Since: 8/1/2005
Band Website: http://www.biglegemma.com
Band Members: BOOKING AGENT:
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Steve Johnson (guitar, vocals) Amanda Barton (fiddle, mandolin, vocals) Charity Nuse (mandolin, vocals) Steve French (bass guitar) Rad Akers (drums) Steve Davis (keyboards) All original music is written by members of Big Leg Emma. CD's are available online at: www.chautauquaamp.com, www.apple.com/itunes/store/

album price
BIG LEG EMMA: Live @ The Corning Museum of Glass DVD $18.00
BIG LEG EMMA: Gramma Dont Like That $15.00
BIG LEG EMMA: Color of Wind $15.00
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Influences: In Loving Memory of Keith D. Flanders July 5, 1951 -- March 16, 2007

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Record Label: Unknown Indie
Type of Label: Indie

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Till we meet again.....

  Big Leg Emma to play farewell show October 10th Popular Jamestown roots rock band to go on hiatus  Jamestown, NY - Popular roots rock jam band, Big Leg Emma will play a farewell show on Fr...
Posted by on Fri, 05 Sep 2008 07:41:00 GMT

Free BLE show in Buffalo, NY March 12th, 2008

Big Leg Emma to be featured on WBFO XPoNential's "Live at Allen Hall" series  Free March 12th performance will be live on internet and recorded for podcast  Western New York's favorite roots...
Posted by on Thu, 06 Mar 2008 08:52:00 GMT

Show The Love article

Article from The Post-Journal Jamestown, NY
Posted by on Mon, 07 May 2007 12:22:00 GMT

Show The Love

Celebration to be held at Sherman Hotel Blue Moon Management presents and incredible Free line-up of music on Saturday May 12th at The Sherman Hotel. This event will be held in honor of t...
Posted by on Sun, 29 Apr 2007 11:45:00 GMT

STEP IT UP! National Day of Climate Action

On April 14th, 2007 Big Leg Emma will be playing a free show at Potters Terrace in Jamestown, NY as part of a nationwide call to action on global warming walk and rally. If you care about our env...
Posted by on Wed, 04 Apr 2007 16:43:00 GMT

BLE Blog

Check out the BLE blog @ http://www.biglegemma.com/wordpressKeith we love you!!!
Posted by on Fri, 16 Mar 2007 13:04:00 GMT

ROCHESTER!!! Ticket Special

Greetings Big Leg Emma fans! As one can imagine, everyone associatedwith Big Leg Emma is extremely excited about playing three shows withRusted Root in February. The great people at ESI Events (concer...
Posted by on Thu, 18 Jan 2007 18:32:00 GMT

Recent BLE group Fan Email

From: Tom ClausenSubject: Ithaca Castaways show Good greetings and all best to all always,         I've been a fan of BLE for several years and joined this list...
Posted by on Thu, 27 Oct 2005 06:41:00 GMT