Name: Bluesitude – Cinco de Mayo
Start: 2025-05-03T19:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-05-03T22:00:00+00:00
Location: CG Bar

January 2025
January 24 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Albert Cummings

Nashville Social Club 1105 South Carson Street, Carson City, NV, United States

Prepare for an unforgettable night of blues and rock as renowned guitarist and vocalist Albert Cummings takes the stage at Nashville Social Club! Known for his powerful blend of soulful vocals and electrifying guitar work, Cummings brings a fresh energy to the blues tradition that’s earned him a devoted following and rave reviews.

With a style rooted in the spirit of legends like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Cummings delivers a show that’s intense, heartfelt, and full of passion. Whether he’s playing a gritty blues riff or a soulful ballad, his performances captivate audiences and leave a lasting impact. Don’t miss this chance to experience Albert Cummings live!
February 2025
February 19 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Gary Clark Jr.

Don't miss Grammy Award-winning guitarist and vocalist Gary Clark Jr. for a night of genre-defying music. Known for his electrifying live performances, Clark has built a career blending blues, rock, funk, hip-hop, and soul into a unique and constantly evolving sound.

After his breakthrough album Blak and Blu (2012), Clark continued to push boundaries with collaborations featuring artists like Alicia Keys and Foo Fighters, and his Grammy-nominated album This Land (2019), which tackled political themes with a powerful blues-rock edge. His latest album, JPEG RAW (2024), takes his sound in bold new directions, incorporating African influences and featuring icons Stevie Wonder and George Clinton.

Expect an unforgettable night of hits like "Bright Lights" and new tracks from his latest release. A must-see for fans of all genres!

With Special Guest Grace Bowers
March 2025
March 1 @ 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Annual Mardi Gras & Silent Auction

National Automobile Museum 1 Museum Drive, Reno, NV, United States
March 2 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Vanessa Collier

Nashville Social Club 1105 South Carson Street, Carson City, NV, United States

Get ready for an unforgettable night as blues powerhouse Vanessa Collier brings her electrifying talent to Nashville Social Club. Known for her fiery saxophone skills and soulful vocals, Collier has captivated audiences worldwide with her unique blend of blues, funk, and soul. A multi-award-winning artist, she combines technical skill with passionate energy, delivering a live performance that resonates deeply with fans of all ages.

Collier's show is more than just music—it’s an experience. Her charismatic stage presence and genuine connection with the crowd make each performance feel intimate and inspiring. Whether she’s belting out a powerful ballad or shredding on her sax, Vanessa Collier promises a night of raw emotion, high-energy grooves, and an unforgettable celebration of the blues.
March 3 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Kat Heart Blues Jam

Black Rabbit 401 E 4th St, Reno, NV, United States

Come on out and play with your friends! Kat Heart will be hosting a come-one-come-all Blues Jam right here on the black rabbit stage. Basic backing instruments are provided, including drums, guitar, and bass, although you should feel free to bring your own. All stages of musical skill welcome! Come play with us!

We have been having so much fun at these Blues Jams! Check out Kat Heart on facebook or instagram to get an idea of what this evening might look like,
April 2025
April 23 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Blues & Old School Country Pickin’ Party with Mighty Mike Schermer

Mountain Music Parlor 735 S Center Street, Reno, NV, United States

Let the good times roll at Mighty Mike’s Blues & Old School Country Jam Session! Easy pickin’ on simple 3 & 4 chord songs by such blues greats as Muddy Waters, Elmore James and Jimmy Reed. Old country tunes by the likes of Willie Nelson, Buck Owens, Merle Haggard and George Jones.

Acoustic instruments preferred but electric through a small amp is ok. Just be respectful of your volume & turn down when asked to! VOCALISTS WELCOME TOO!

“Mighty” Mike Schermer, veteran blues man for over 30 years has toured and recorded with legendary figures like Bonnie Raitt, Elvin Bishop, Marcia Ball, Charlie Musselwhite, Jimmy Rogers, Pinetop Perkins, Hubert Sumlin and so many more.

This is a great opportunity for you to play blues and country songs in a relaxed setting, led by a great performer and teacher. Whatever level you’re at now, take it up to the next one and with the sage advice and guidance of a seasoned pro!

Gonna be soooo fun y’all!
April 26 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Mighty Mike Schermer & His All-Star Band Featuring QuiQue Gomez

Mountain Music Parlor 735 S Center Street, Reno, NV, United States

Triple threat guitarist, singer and songwriter Mighty Mike Schermer has over 30 years experience touring and recording with such legends as Bonnie Raitt, Elvin Bishop, Marcia Ball, Howard Tate, Charlie Musselwhite and many, many more! He is a master of nearly every style of American music whose songs run the gamut from blues to soul to jazz to country to rock&roll and beyond! Schermer is a confident, dynamic frontman and entertainer with 9 critically acclaimed albums and over 8000 live performances in 25 countries under his belt. His energetic shows leave his audiences happily exhausted and begging for more!

Quique Gomez has been touring Europe and the US nonstop for nearly 20 years. He has recorded blues albums with guitarists Little Charlie Baty, Duke Robillard, Kid Andersen and more, as well as an album of classic swing music with The Bob Sands Big Band. His vocals and harmonica playing are smooth and silky, but he can also get down and dirty with the best of them. It will surely be a treat to have this international talent onstage in Midtown Reno!

Mighty Mike’s last show at MMP sold out so DON’T WAIT! Get your tickets now!
April 26 @ 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm

Bluesitude

Delta Saloon 18 C Street, Virginia City, NV, United States

Bluesitude band’s genre is definitely Blues-with the style derived “one foot over Chicago and another over Austin.” Jimmy D would call that Blues subgenre, “Bluesicana!”
May 2025
May 2 @ 5:30 pm - May 5 @ 6:00 pm

Fort Bragg Blues Festival

Fort Bragg, CA Fort Bragg, CA, Fort Bragg, CA, United States

Get ready to groove as the City of Fort Bragg hosts its first-ever Fort Bragg Blues Festival, May 2–4, 2025. This three-day event will bring both notable and up-and-coming blues musicians to the heart of downtown, promising a weekend of soulful tunes, delicious food, and coastal charm. The festival kicks off on one of our popular "First Fridays," when shops and galleries stay open late, and the streets are filled with visitors and locals alike!

This festival features eight rockin' bands (see the inspiring lineup below) and lots of opportunities for community involvement. Friday and Saturday performances are within walking distance of the CBD (Central Business District), while Sunday's event, "Lazy Sunday: Food Trucks, Brews & Blues," is outdoors at our CV Starr Community Center; don't forget your lounge chairs!

See the entire weekend schedule here: https://fortbraggblues.com

Tickets now ON SALE and include an All-Access Pass (which includes access to all shows except the intimate VIP Event at The Weller House, plus early entry and logo'd merch) with an early-bird price of only $200 until March 15th at midnight! (Inventory is limited; the price jumps to $240 after the March 15th deadline.) Individual tickets for each performance range from $35 to $85.

We hope you can join us for the Biggest Little Blues Festival on the Mendocino Coast!

TICKETS NOW ON SALE!
May 3 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Bluesitude – Cinco de Mayo

CG Bar 2822 NV-208, Wellington, NV, United States

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nVQkkPADIh0

Gary Clark Jr.

Annual Mardi Gras & Silent Auction

Kat Heart Blues Jam

Blues & Old School Country Pickin’ Party with Mighty Mike Schermer

Mighty Mike Schermer & His All-Star Band Featuring QuiQue Gomez

Bluesitude

Fort Bragg Blues Festival

Bluesitude – Cinco de Mayo

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