Blue Monday Monthly

November Blue Monday Monthly NOW Available at the customary price of 'FREE' featurin' news, reviews, and snappy flash photography. This week on Hammered by the Blues Juke Box: Willie Buck & The Delmark All Stars, Trevor B. Power Band, Scott Weis Band, and Lara Price https://www.bluemondaymonthly.com/

"As solid as granite and as sure as tomorrow;
As deep as the oceans, as high as Kilimanjaro;
The potential is boundless, no task beyond our power;
When we Love each other, Hope blooms like a flower!"
Hammertime!
Dial in to Hammered By The Blues #965 Featuring Shemekia Copeland; Mudslide Charley; Joe Flip; and Doug Duffey & Badd

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"True joy is found in small gifts and in positive change;
Especially if it inspires our moral notions to rearrange;
We come into the world with no prejudice, naif and naive;
If Pure Love is our paradigm, imagine what we'll achieve!"
Hammertime!
Have a listen to Hammered By The Blues #964 Featuring Caroline Cotto; Piper & The Hard Times; The Wildcat O'Halloran Band; and Jovin Webb

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"Our dreams must be larger than the day to day;
They provide the hope and orchestrate the way;
Much like integrity inspires us to live by the golden rule;
Makin' our journey magnificent and demonstrably Cool!"
Hammertime!
Dream with Hammered By The Blues #963 Featuring Evan Nicole Bell; Bill Wharton (The Sauce Boss); Rory Block; and The Fabulous Thunderbirds

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R.I.P. Johnny Neel.... Brother, you were one of a kind and talented beyond measure; we ain't never gonna forget! Step on up for your solo in front of the Giant Celestial Orchestra, you gots lots of friends waitin' there for ya including Duane, Gregg, Dickie and more.

The Gift of Song by Johnny Neel Johnny plays his song "The Gift of Song" at Barratts Chapel in Frederica Delaware and he breaks into a version of Amazing Grace.

"No one can teach, but we all sure can learn;
Grace and Karma are gifts that we must earn;
Life itself has no meaning, it's purpose You create;
With a heart full of Love, your influence will be great!"
Hammertime!
Fill up with Hammered By The Blues #962 Featuring Sam Morrow; Jay Gordon & Blues Venom; Black Cat Bones; and Red's Blues

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Your FREE Edition of October Blue Monday Monthly is NOW Available Featurin' Snappy Flash Photography, Reviews, Interviews, and Mt. Bluesmore. https://www.bluemondaymonthly.com/

"Your frame of reference is defined by attitude;
How you see things inspires either lows or altitude;
The choice is so simple, but ex*****on can prove to be hard;
Choose love and compassion as your personal calling card!"
Hammertime!
Choose Hammered By The Blues #959 Featuring Hughes Taylor; Lynn Drury; Markey Blue/Ric Latina Project; and Sonny Gullage

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"All that there is, was and will be, exists in the moment;
To be at peace in that instant is the best bestowment;
It's all we truly have, and with the wellspring of noble desire;
It's a keystone of Life well lived, moving your spirit higher!"
Hammertime!
Roll with Hammered By The Blues #958 featuring: Chris Cain; Reverend Freakchild; The Name Droppers; and Gerald McClendon

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Huge Congrats to all the nominees; and a GREAT GRAND HUZZAH to the winners:
2024 Blues Blast Music Award Winners
Contemporary Blues Album
Rick Estrin & The Night Cats - The Hits Keep Coming

Traditional Blues Album
John Primer & Bob Corritore - Crawlin' Kingsnake

Soul Blues Album
Blackburn Brothers - SoulFunkin’Blues

Rock Blues Album
Mike Zito - Life is Hard

Acoustic Blues Album
Sue Foley - One Guitar Woman

Live Blues Album
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram - Live In London

Historical Or Vintage Recording
Magic Slim & John Primer feat. The Teardrops - Slow Blues

New Artist Debut Album
DK Harrell - The Right Man

Blues Band Of The Year
Rick Estrin & The Nightcats

Male Blues Artist
Christone "Kingfish" Ingram

Female Blues Artist
Sue Foley

Sean Costello Rising Star Award
Candice Ivory

Producer Of The Year
Joe Bonamassa & Josh Smith

Electric Guitarist Of The Year
Christone "Kingfish" Ingram

Acoustic Guitarist Of The Year
Sue Foley

Slide Guitarist Of The Year
Derek Trucks

Bass Guitarist Of The Year
Danielle Nicole

Keyboard Player Of The Year
Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne

Percussionist Of The Year
Kenny "Beedy Eyes" Smith

Harmonica Player Of The Year
Charlie Musselwhite

Horn Player Of The Year
Trombone Shorty

Vocalist Of The Year
Ruthie Foster

Blues Video Of The Year
Omar and The Howlers - No Peace in the City

SEPTEMBER Blue Monday Monthly is available at the current exchange rate of FREE featurin' reviews, interviews, opinions, and snappy photography. This week on Hammered By The Blues Juke Box page: Rick Estrin & The Nightcats; Bobby Christina's Caravan; Christopher Wyze & The Tellers; and Karen Lawrence. https://www.bluemondaymonthly.com/

"The secret sauce on the ribs of life is gratitude;
That's the pure-D truth, not an empty platitude;
It inspires gracious hearts wherever your destination;
Makin' our world a better place thru simple causation!"
Hammertime!
Indulge in Hammered By The Blues #957 featuring: Rick Estrin & The Nightcats; Bobby Christina's Caravan; Christopher Wyze & The Tellers; and Karen Lawrence

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"We dream of a future not dystopian;
Hopin' for harmony close to utopian;
Bypass differences, emphasize the common good;
We'll build a better world for all, just like we should!"
Hammertime!
Dip into Hammered By The Blues #956 featuring: T-Bear; Jubu Smith; Mean Old Fireman; and Sam Joyner

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"If motivation is driven by hatred and fear;
Comity is inconceivable and chaos is near;
Peace is not a circumstance, it is a state of mind;
Love is transcendental, easing the chains that bind!"
Hammertime!
Transend with Hammered By The Blues #955 featuring: Emanuel Casablanca; Derrick Dove & The Peacekeepers; Cass Clayton; and Rosedale Junction

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R.I.P. Mark May. Wow, that Giant Celestial Orchestra above seems to be over harvesting the very best these days. Your music will still fill our memories and hearts on this mortal coil. Step on up for your dedicated solo; you have many good friends waiting to jam.

Mark May Band – You're Leaving Baby Mark May Band performing on a live streaming show at Katie's Bar in Bacliff, TX.