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State: Florida
Country: US
Signup Date: 9/17/2006

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Saturday, August 08, 2009 

Category: Music
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August 7, 2009 - Friday 

Current mood:  ninja
Category: Music
Dave Eichenberger & Gibson’s Steinberger Guitar Line; Perfect Blend of Innovation and Tradition

Tampa Bay, FL – Bay area guitarist Dave Eichenberger announced today he has been welcomed into the Gibson Guitar Company’s diverse family of artists. This innovative guitar player, well known for his use of guitar synthesizer and live looping techniques, has ventured into the more traditional realm of Blues based music over the past two years, brandishing a completely modern and non-traditional instrument, the Steinberger guitar.

Dave’s blending of innovation and tradition mirrors that of the Gibson Guitar Company’s Steinberger line of guitars. Whereas the Gibson name embodies tradition and quality, the Steinberger name has become synonymous with evolution, innovation, ergonomics and performance since their introduction in 1980.

“Many guitarists look to the past for their sounds, especially creating those rockin’ tones our heroes made,” states Dave. “The Steinberger brand carries the excitement of the electric guitar from 60 years ago into the 21st century. This guitar is built for new ways of playing; an ergonomic triumph built not only to tread on familiar ground but just as easily cut a swath through fresh territory. “

Currently, Dave is playing a Steinberger Synapse Custom and the new Steinberger ZT3 with the revolutionary TransTrem. “To be able to bend and transpose chords in tune is something I’ve been waiting for in a modern ergonomic guitar. The TransTrem3 finally makes this possible and opens up a whole new avenue of creative applications.” states Dave.

Today Dave Eichenberger pays homage to the history of Blues music while blazing his own trail with the instrument of today, garnering the attention of Blues Purists and inspiring a new generation of musicians to go beyond convention to break new ground. Dave’s unique approach is featured on international recording artist Julie Black’s upcoming release, You Just Might Win (BOJA), due out later this year.

Dave will be releasing an ambient album featuring looping and guitar synthesizer on September 21st. Collectives Volume 1 features excerpts from his grant winning 50 hour/50 CD set Collectives.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Dave Eichenberger is a master guitar player, composer, looper, songwriter, engineer and producer who has spent the past 29 years fine tuning his craft. Besides his precision technique and passion for music, Dave is a dynamic live performer who brings a fresh new perspective to traditional Blues with his skilled interpretation of the music and use of completely non-traditional instruments.

Dave received a grant from the State of Florida and the National Endowment for the Arts for his massive 50 CD project, Collectives. He recorded 50 unique hour-long CDs, and made only one copy each. Each CD featured Dave’s improvisations on guitar synthesizer and real-time looping.

Dave is an Artist with PedalTrain Pedalboards, Sabine Tuners & GraphTech Guitar Labs. He has received additional support from Roland and Line6. He appeared in the July 2008 and August 2006 editions of Guitar Player magazine and has been included on several compilation recordings for various musical gear manufacturers, including Gibson, Seymour Duncan, and Ernie Ball.

For further information about the artist along with mp3 files and video please visit:
http://www.daveeichenberger.com | http://www.youtube.com/user/Mincer
 
For more information on the Steinberger line of guitars and basses please visit www.Steinberger.com.

Currently listening:
Blacklisted (Original Recording Remastered)
By Neko Case
Release date: 2007-11-06
Saturday, April 04, 2009 

Current mood:  good
Category: Music
" Julie Black’s nickname is “Angel for Blues,” but the New Port Richey singer sounds as though she’d be just as comfortable performing at a swanky nightclub. Her 2007 CD Call Me Angel for Blues blends Delta blues and piano-driven jazz, with a sound that’s equal parts Bettye LaVette, Etta James and even Norah Jones. She recently played the Clearwater SeaBlues Festival."
                                                            -Tampa Bay Times
 
Currently listening:
Fox Confessor Brings the Flood
By Neko Case
Release date: 2006-03-07
Monday, February 16, 2009 

Category: Music

Thursday, February 19 (<?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" />..7 pm..) - Catch Julie Black as she kicks off ....Clearwater....’s 3rd Annual Knology Sea Blues Festival! Julie & her band will be setting the night on fire during a special concert. Come enjoy powerful, original music right in the heart of downtown ....Clearwater.... & get primed for this exciting 4 day musical extravaganza! Oh and the news gets even better...the festival is FREE to the public (though reserved seating is available at an additional cost).

 

The complete festival lineup includes: Julie Black, Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes, Lil’ Malcolm & the House Rockers, Walker Smith Group, Jonny Lang, John Nemeth, Lil’ Ed & the Blues Imperials, Nervous Turkey, Tommy McCracken, Elvin Bishop, Kenny Neal, Marcia Ball & The Nelms/ Chavers Band.

 

Get all the info you need at www.clearwaterseablues.com <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" />....

See you there!!!!....

Currently listening:
The Best of the Doors
By The Doors
Release date: 2006-08-08
Monday, January 19, 2009 

Thanks to everyone at

Blues Festival E-Guide

for featuring

Julie Black

 as your "Blues Artist on the Rise"

 in the January 2009 edition!


 

Thank you for the support!!

We'll keep spreadin the Blues Baby!!!

Currently listening:
Bring 'Em In
By Buddy Guy
Release date: 2005-09-27
Monday, January 05, 2009 

Current mood:  energetic
Category: Music
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Good-bye 2008...

It's been a wild and crazy year for Julie and the band; a year filled with many adventures, great successes and fabulous fans. The 2nd annual Black and Blues Christmas Party at Realta Real Italian Restaurant was a fantastic night full of free flowing wine, cheerful friends & fans, good food (the Tiramisu was....dare we say...orgasmic?) and the gift of music from the heart. It was a great way to wrap up the year and prepare for the year ahead of us! A great big thank you to everyone who came out to join us--we love ya!

With a new year comes a new look for our newletter too, in case you hadn't noticed! Now you can encourage all of your friends to get blacklisted too! Our Blacklist members get advanced notice of upcoming CD release dates and advanced purchase of the new CD as well as special downloads and offers from time to time. Not to mention you'll be in the know when it comes to all the latest news and happenings in Julie's world!

Getting From Point A to Point B

This month the band's gearing up for their trip to Memphis in February…and they need your help to get there! The IBC is the world's largest gathering of the Blues musicians and industry professionals from around the globe making it a springboard for many artists, taking them to the next level by increasing exposure and opening new doors.

For all those fans out there who have been pulling for the band to hit the next level, here's your chance to be a part of our road to success. There are two performances in January that are dedicated to raising travel funds to help ensure the band can get there and concentrate on giving their best performance possible. While there is no cover at either venue, donations to help the band get to Memphis would be greatly appreciated.
Just drop it in the bucket of love!

Pangea Cafe & International Market Clearwater, FL

Oldsmar Tap House

Saturday, January 10, 2009 Julie will be playing at Oldsmar Tap House (300 State St. E107 Oldsmar, FL 34677). If you love beer you'll be in heaven, with 35 beers on tap, including American micros, specialty Belgian ales, German lagers, and other craft beers, as well as over 75 bottles of beer from all over the world. You'll be drinking the finest craft beer, out of proper glassware, served at the beer's right temperature. And if you can't make up your mind, the bartenders are happy to give you samples and help you find just the right brew for you. Yeah baby!

Saturday, January 24, 2009 they'll be at Pangea Café & International Market (34 N. Fort Harrison, Clearwater, FL 33755). Located in the heart of downtown Clearwater, this groovy café has a European vibe. The walls are filled with original artwork and they have a wide assortment of coffees, teas & tasty bites. The music will be flowin' so come soak it up!

If you are unable to attend either event, but wish to make a contribution you can mail your support to: Julie Black P.O. Box 1771, New Port Richey, FL 34656 or log onto www.AngelForBlues.com and donate via PayPal!

In Other News...

It's that wiley guitar player of Julie's, Dave Eichenberger, once again popping up in the strangest of places, playing the strangest music. Most people who hear Dave perform with Julie will notice he's not your usual Blues player...in fact he is more well known for his ethereal guitar synth and looping creations--in real time, no less. Here's your chance to take a walk on the wild side and check out his loopy machinations yourself Tuesday January 6 on CBS-TV WTSP's Studio 10 at 10:00 a.m. (that's channel 10 here in Tampa Bay) and for those of you not in the area, check Dave's YouTube Channel in a week or so for the video.

Happy New Year to all of you--may your year be filled with good health and prosperity...and of course plenty of original music! We'll be right there with you all the way, Spreadin' the Blues baby!

 
Visit www.AngelForBlues.com
Currently listening:
Attack and Release
By The Black Keys
Release date: 2008-04-01
Friday, November 14, 2008 

Current mood:  pleased

Dave Eichenberger new GraphTech Artist
Current mood: pleased
Category: Music


Dave Eichenberger has been invited to become one of GraphTech's newest Artists--go check out the fancy-schmancy new artist page they gave him.
Dave's Artist Page

If you haven't heard his music yet, visit his MySpace Page,or better yet, his website for video and song clips and, if you're a gear geek, the many gear reviews.
Thursday, November 13, 2008 

Current mood:  blessed
Category: Music

Recently Michael Johnn participated in the Battle of the B-3's which was a musical celebration of the Hammond B-3. The event was the brainchild of the Al Downing  Tampa Bay Jazz Association & Suncoast Blues Society, who brought together some of the top players in both genres.

Beatrice Richardson of Jazz Times had this to say:

"Blues organist Michael Johnn… pulls out all stops (literally) during his exuberant solo, which builds gradually and dramatically culminating in a show-stopping crescendo."        -JazzTimes.com

 

"Julie Black…unleashes a whirlwind of emotion. As she sings, you can feel the blues running through your veins."  -JazzTimes.com

 

If you'd like to read the full review click here: http://www.jazzreview.com/article/review-6602.html

 

Thanks Beatrice! & Thanks to our friend Vincent for passing this along!

Tuesday, November 11, 2008 

Current mood:  awake
Category: Music

Dave Eichenberger to open for Guitar/Chapman Stick Duo Nov. 16
Current mood: pleased
Category: Music

Sunday, November 16 at 3:00. Guitar enthusiasts and music lovers will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a unique musical performance by classical guitarist Bert Lams (California Guitar Trio, Robert Fripp String Quintet) who teams up with Berklee trained Chapman Stick player Tom Greisgraber. Their music draws from their highly eclectic individual backgrounds and includes various genres from classical (such as Bach and Chopin) to their own original compositions to progressive rock...:NAMESPACE PREFIX = O />

Doors open at 2:30 and the concert begins at 3:00 p.m. with special guest Dave Eichenberger (Hazard Factor, Fools Folly, Julie Black) who will be opening the concert with his ethereal electric guitar, guitar synthesizer & real time looping compositions.

The Unitarian Universalist Church of Tampa is located at 11400 Morris Bridge Road in Tampa. Tickets are $10 advanced purchase or $15 at the door. For more information contact concert organizer Gloria Halloway  at 727-837-6572 or gshello@tampabay.rr.com or visit www.uutampa.org/concerts. htm.

Check out the videos and websites for these amazing musicians and get your tickets for the show!

 

Bert Lams- www. bertlams. com

Tom Greisgraber - www. thossounds. com"

Dave Eichenberger -  www. daveeichenberger. com | www. youtube. com/user/Mincer

Monday, November 10, 2008 

Current mood:  happy
Category: Music
Florida Flag

FLORIDA: ROOTS RADIO AIRPLAY CHARTWeek Ending  09/10/08 ..TR> ..TABLE>

 

 

                                                       *Charts courtesy of Roots Music Report

Ranking: Artist: CD Title: Label: Genre:
1 JJ GREY & MOFRO ORANGE BLOSSOMS ALLIGATOR Blues
2 SISTER HAZEL BEFORE THE AMPLIFIERS ROCK RIDGE Other Qualifying
3 JULIE BLACK CALL ME ANGEL FOR BLUES BOJA RECORDS Blues
4 DARRELL RAINES MOANIN' TIME IN ARKANSAS BLUZPIK REKERDZ Blues
5 CHAD BROCK PUT A REDNECK IN THE WHITE HOUSE STRAIGHT SHOOTER True Country
6 THE NOUVEAUX HONKIES WHERE DO I GO BLUZPIK Roots/Americana Country
7 JJ GREY & MOFRO COUNTRY GHETTO ALLIGATOR Roots Rock
8 SAUCE BOSS (BILL WHARTON) RAW BURNING DISK Blues
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Monday, October 13, 2008 

Current mood:  grateful
Category: Music

Julie knows it's because you, her ever growing legion of fans and your support of her original project, that it is possible for her and the guys to keep creating the magical brew they do. So she'd like to say "Thanks!" by offering you a new way to experience her music. Now you can stream the entire "Call Me Angel For Blues" album and, even better, you can add a widget to your website or blog so you can share it with all your friends and visitors too! Get your groove on at Julie's ReverbNation.

To add the widget to your blog or website, just click on the 'embed' button at the top of the player (check out the sample image below), choose which blog application or code you need for your site and follow the directions from there. It's that easy!