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The Mojo Gypsies

The Mojo Gypsies: Rockin' Rhythm and Blues!

About Me


This is the official Myspace Site of the Mojo Gypsies! Based in the eastern Pennsylvania/central New Jersey area, we specialize in Chicago- and West-Coast-style Blues and R&B. At a Gypsies gig, you're likely to hear songs by such classic blues artists as T-Bone Walker, Ray Charles, Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson, Louis Jordan, Little Walter, Freddie King and Albert Collins, as well as music from contemporary blues performers including Little Charlie and the Nightcats, Kid Ramos, Paul DeLay, and James Harman.
Never ones to shirk from a challenge, the Gypsies pride themselves in rising to any musical occasion, from small, intimate gatherings to large, outdoor festivals. Available as an "unplugged" duo or trio, or as a four- or five-piece combo, the Mojo Gypsies are sure to please even the most discriminating of blues and r&b afficionados. Check us out at http://www.mojogypsies.com!
Incidentally, this page was originally developed for Dave "The Professor" Orban's birthday, by his daughter Tess, who has special connections with the band, because she's cool like that...! Thanks, Tess!
Professor Dave Orban can also be seen filling the guitar slot with James Day and the Fish Fry (http://www.jameswday.com).

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 3/28/2006
Band Website: mojogypsies.com
Band Members: Dave "The Professor" Orban
(guitar and vocals)
Jim "Bone Daddy" Quinlan
(lead vocals and harmonica)
Marc Helberg
(upright and electric bass)
John Andolino
(drums and percussion)
Influences: Muddy Waters
Jimmy Rogers
Little Walter Jacobs
Howlin' Wolf
Willie Dixon
Johnny "Guitar" Watson
Little Charlie and the Nightcats
Ray Charles
Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson
Louis Jordan
BB King
Kim Wilson
Kenny Burrell
Tal Farlow
Floyd Dixon
Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown
Grant Green
Junior Watson
Fabulous Thunderbirds
T-Bone Walker
Kid Ramos
Paul Butterfield
Paul DeLay
Robben Ford
Geoff Muldaur
Hollywood Fats
James Harman
Albert Collins
Freddie King
Amos Garrett
Duke Robillard
Ronnie Earl
Rod Piazza
Steve James
Roy Book Binder
Debbie Davies
Chris Cain
Robert Cray
Eric Clapton
Joey DeFrancesco
Mitch Kashmar
William Clarke
Bonnie Raitt
Dr. John
The Band
Jerry Portnoy
Johnny "Clyde" Copeland
Little Al Thomas
Jimmy Smith
Mark Hummel
Howard Levy
Magic Sam
Charlie Christian
Lester Young
Memphis Slim
Tiny Grimes
etc.
Sounds Like: ...we're having fun...! LOL!
Type of Label: None

My Blog

Mojo Gypsies T-Shirts Now Available Online!

By popular demand, official Mojo Gypsies T-Shirts are now available online...! Go to https://www.cafepress.com/mojogypsies for our online store. Our first selection is the ever-popular, alwa...
Posted by The Mojo Gypsies on Wed, 23 Aug 2006 08:30:00 PST

Welcome John Andolino as our new drummer...!

We're thrilled to announce that John Andolino will be filling the drum chair vacated by Dave "Brokeback" Nissel, who is departing in July for parts unknown (OK, young Nissel's actually relocating with...
Posted by The Mojo Gypsies on Fri, 23 Jun 2006 06:10:00 PST

Losing a great drummer

Well the time has finally come. We will be losing Dave Nissel, our drummer for the last couple of years. He's relocating with his family to California for employment reasons, and we will miss him terr...
Posted by The Mojo Gypsies on Wed, 21 Jun 2006 01:10:00 PST

Jason Ricci and Little Charlie at Bucks County Blues Society show

Caught the Bucks County Blues Society's show yesterday afternoon, featuring Jason Ricci and Little Charlie and the Nightcats.Jason opened for Charlie, and is a phenomenal harp player, playing with fla...
Posted by The Mojo Gypsies on Mon, 08 May 2006 04:07:00 PST

Welcome to the Mojo Gypsies' MySpace Blog...!

I've been listening to Duke Robillard's latest CD, Groove-a-Rama, and been digging it. What are YOU listening to these days...?
Posted by The Mojo Gypsies on Sat, 06 May 2006 10:32:00 PST