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    The Reel Blues Fest tribute to Honeyboy Edwards

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    Presented by The Reel Blues Fest at House of Blues

    October 8, 2010

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    In honor of his 2010 Lifetime Achievement Grammy, the Reel Blues Fest presents a special tribute to legendary Delta Blues guitarist David “Honeyboy” Edwards. This historic evening features a multi-generational group of blues, rock, hip-hop and jazz musicians who will honor the 95 year old, one of the most revered of the early Delta bluesman and the last living link to Robert Johnson. This show bridges the full musical spectrum tying in modern day hip-hop, jazz and classic rock to the music of the Delta where it all started.

    Musicians range from age 16 to 95 and include such well-known performers as Aerosmith’s Brad Whitford, the James Montgomery Band with David Hull from the Joe Perry Project, Barry Goodreau (formerly of the band Boston), Michael Carabello of Santana and the Rolling Stones, the Uptown Horns (horn section for the Rolling Stones and James Brown), as well as some of the hottest rising stars such as hip-hop sensation Sammy Adams, international jazz phenom Grace Kelly, and hot young guitarists Desiree Bassett and Graham Whitford.

    Honeyboy, who at age 95 still maintains a heavy touring schedule, is connected to almost every major blues legend, including Howlin' Wolf, Lightnin' Hopkins, Muddy Waters, Charlie Patton, Big Joe Williams, Rice "Sonny Boy Williamson" Miller, Peetie Wheatstraw, Sunnyland Slim, Big Walter, Little Walter and Magic Sam. He has influenced a lifetime of musicians and won numerous awards, most recently a Grammy for Best Traditional Blues Album of 2008.
     


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      • Venue Info

        House of Blues

        15 Lansdowne Street
        Boston, MA 02215

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      • Admission Info

        Tickets:

        $30 general admission; $120 VIP ticket includes a buffet and meet and greet with the performers in the Foundation Room from 6:00-7:00 PM and a VIP lanyard

        Info Phone: 866-448-7849

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        Buy ½ price tickets at BosTix.org

      • Dates & Times

        Dates:
        October 8, 2010

        Times:

        7:00 PM

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        • Event Name: The Reel Blues Fest tribute to Honeyboy Edwards
          5 out of 5 stars rating "Real Blues"
          Review posted by: Erica from MA, Nov 10, 2010

          It was a wonderfully fun night. Excellent venue and affordable ticket prices.

        • Event Name: The Reel Blues Fest tribute to Honeyboy Edwards
          5 out of 5 stars rating "Awesome night"
          Review posted by: Vicky from MA USA, Oct 12, 2010

          The Reel Blues Fest was amazing. The music, the venue, the interaction of the musicians with the audience made for a night of total enjoyment and the tickets were an excellent value. Hope they do it... Expand

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        • Event Name: The Reel Blues Fest tribute to Honeyboy Edwards
          5 out of 5 stars rating "Real Blues"
          Review posted by: Erica from MA, Nov 10, 2010

          It was a wonderfully fun night. Excellent venue and affordable ticket prices.

        • Event Name: The Reel Blues Fest tribute to Honeyboy Edwards
          5 out of 5 stars rating "Awesome night"
          Review posted by: Vicky from MA USA, Oct 12, 2010

          The Reel Blues Fest was amazing. The music, the venue, the interaction of the musicians with the audience made for a night of total enjoyment and the tickets were an excellent value. Hope they do it... Expand

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