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Tommy Castro & the Painkillers

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

“The hardest thing to do,” says internationally beloved soul-blues rocker Tommy Castro, “is be yourself, take some chances and bring your fans along with you.” Throughout his long, constantly evolving career, guitarist, singer and songwriter Tommy Castro has always remained true to himself while exploring, growing and creating new music, and he has taken his thousands of devoted fans right along with him. Since his solo debut in 1994, he’s made 16 albums—the last seven for Alligator—each its own unique chapter in the book of Tommy Castro. Ranging from horn-fueled R&B to piping hot blues to fiery, stripped-down rock ‘n’ roll, each release is solidly built upon Castro’s unshakable musical foundation—a dynamic mix of 1960s-influenced guitar-fueled blues, testifying Memphis-soaked blue-eyed soul and Latin-tinged East San Jose funk, all driven by Castro’s grab-you-by-the-collar vocals and passionate guitar work. Blues Revue declared, “Tommy Castro can do no wrong.”

Jason King

Midtown Spirits Wine & Bites 1527 South Virginia Street, Reno, United States

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!

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,

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!

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!”

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!

Bluesitude – Cinco de Mayo

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

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

Lydia Pense and Cold Blood

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

The word legend certainly applies to Lydia Pense and Cold Blood…and not in some past tense-make-a-living-as-an-oldies-act sort of way either. Pense can still shout like a 60’s soul diva and purr a slow blues tune with spine-tingling subtlety.

Cold Blood, as a whole, features a stellar group of musicians who have been playing together for nearly 20 years including Steve Dunne on guitar, Steve Salinas on keyboards, a gritty-growling horn section comprised of John Hablieb and Rob Zuckerman along with a stellar rhythm section featuring Evan Palmerston on bass and T Moran on drums. The band members are all veteran Bay Area musicians who have played with many great artists including Elvin Bishop, Jefferson Starship, Boz Skaggs, Albert Collins and more.

Of course there is Lydia who still has the chops with the patina of a seasoned veteran who’s done and seen it all. Together she and the band continue to twist together R&B, (both Old School and New School); into something that doesn’t have a label… On any given night, Lydia Pense and Cold Blood power through their historic essentials, like “You Got Me Hummin’,” “I Just Want To Make Love To You,” “I’m A Good Woman,” and “Down to the Bone.”

It’s been a long road, over 40 years to be exact with a break somewhere in the middle. But, Lydia and the band are living proof that a little time off can be a really good thing. With their new CD, “COLD BLUE HEART” turning heads across the country, fans are remembering just what has been missing from music in the last few decades. The 8 songs exemplify how a performer can take great strides forward, without forgetting her roots. Using “COLD BLUE HEART” as their muse there is a renewed interest in live performances, from both the band, and venue owners. Cold Blood is booking dozens of shows across the country, entertaining generations of club, theatre and festival goers.

And, of course, anything Lydia sings is sung well.
She has a list of famous admirers that includes Bonnie Raitt, Michelle Shocked, David Lee Roth, even Janis Joplin back in the day.