Beautiful Bobby Blackmon
I'm Dialin 911
© 2001 Bobby Blackmon
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Contemporary urban blues with R&B coloring and funk spilling over.
tracks
- 1 I've Got Blues On My Mind
- 2 We Don't Tell Motel
- 3 Holdin On to Sweet Memories
- 4 I'm Dialin 911
- 5 I Don't Want You to Go
- 6 Tryin to Forget About Yesterday
- 7 Give Me the Blues Any Ole Time
- 8 I'm Headed For a Breakdown
- 9 B.Y.O.B
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NOTE: ****Also check out the 2005 release, "Travelin Home" at www.cdbaby.com/bbb2
Bobby is an excellent veteran entertainer who plays to the audience. He specializes in contemporary blues and classic R&B soul music. He sings and plays lead guitar and his music makes you want to get up and dance.
Bobby's career began in a small town called Athens, Texas,(the black-eyed pea capitol) not far from the Dallas, Texas area. His Texas blues influence is heard in his soulful guitar playing. During his early musical career Bobby played in many house bands and worked as a sideman behind many Blues and R & B artists such as: Barbara Lynn, Jimmy Reed, ZZ Hill, Johnny Taylor, Lavelle White, Bobby & James Purify, Lou Rawls, Buddy Ace and Little Esther Phillips.
He's decided that he should help to "Keep The Blues Alive!" Bobby comments, "Blues and R&B is American born music like country music and we must do all we can to keep it going." With the passing of blues entertainers such as John Lee Hooker, Albert Collins, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Johnny Taylor the flame must continue.
His recent debut CD, "I'm Dialin' 911" is a a mixture of blues and classic soul music. They are all original songs written by Beautiful Bobby and is a must for music fans searching for a new artist.
He appears frequently with his band in the Orlando,Fl area and has a dedicated fan base. His live performances is gaining him a reputation of being the "real deal" entertainer. Living Blues Magazine review, "a mix of cheating songs like We Don't Tell Motel and the title track, with added interest from Blackmon's Texas -bred guitar work"
Blues Bytes Review, "This CD is a labor of love....all songs are original...arrangements are top notch with good back up singing.. this release is a gem." The Blewzzman Live Performance Review - Live at The Bamboo Room -"BEAUTIFUL BOBBY BLACKMON can play the blues along side any of the best I have seen. The show was tremendous!" Blues Revue Magazine, "the grooves slink along with with unforced funkiness.."Holdin On To Sweet Memories" and Bobby's testifying on "Tryin To Forget About Yesterday" stand out."
He participated in the Pro-Jam nights on the Legendary Blues Cruise in Feb 2003 which included entertainers such as Bernard Allison,Lil Ed, Lonnie & Wayne Brooks, Koko Taylor, Curtis Selgado, Kelly Hunt, and Taj Mahal. He was one of the performers along with Duke Robilliard at the Cape Fear Blues Festival in Wilmington,NC on July 2003 and was the only entertainer to receive standing ovations after his performance. He was the headliner band on the Main Squeeze Citrus Blues Festival, February 28, 2004 in Ft. Pierce, Fl...also on the show were Albert Castiglia, Kenny Neal and Debbie Coleman.
November 2004-Bobby was one of the main headline acts on his first major blues show in Ft. Lauderdale, Fl. The Riverwalk Blues Festival had acts like Buddy Guy, Ronnie Brooks, Kenny Neal, Billy Branch, Marcia Ball, Jimmy Thackery, Anthony Gomes, EC Scott, Toni Lynn Washington, James Cotton, etc. www.riverwalkbluesfestival.com Reviews are saying that he had one of the best shows that weekend.
Also check out his new 2005 CD release, "Travelin'Home" at www.cdbaby.com/bbb2. It contains 10 originals and will satisfy the regular blues fans as well as the blues fans who like their blues on the funkier side. The session players are the members from his current working band so the sound is "live".
Beautiful Bobby Blackmon & The B3 Band:
Bobby's current working/traveling band consist of three of the best musicians in Orlando; Mike Simms (Bass), Jack Bumgarner (Keys)and Curtis Nutall(Drums)
2008 - All gigs with band except when noted SOLO
May 17 - Bourbon St-The Villages Square - The Villages, Fl - 8 P.M.
May 18 - BB Kings Club - Orlando, Fl - 7 P.M.
May 19 - BB Kings Club - Orlando, Fl - 7 P.M.
May 23 - Nancy Lopez Country Club - SOLO - 6 P.M. - Lady Lake, Fl
May 25 - BB Kings Club - Orlando, Fl - 7 P.M.
May 26 - BB Kings Club - Orlando, Fl - 7 P.M.
May 30 - Bourbon St-The Villages Square - The Villages, Fl - 8 P.M.
May 31 - A Blues Evening – Part V, The Plaza Theatre, 425 North Bumby Ave, Orlando, Fl, 7 P.M. - 12 A.M. - 3 band show
June 1-2 - BB Kings Club - Orlando, Fl - 7 P.M.
June 7 - Bourbon St-The Villages Square - The Villages, Fl - 8 P.M.
June 8-9 - BB Kings Club - Orlando, Fl - 7 P.M.
June 13 - McGregors' Bar - Mt. Dora, Fl - 9:30 P.M.
June 14 - Private Party - Leesburg, Fl - SOLO - 1 P.M. - 5 P.M.
June 14 - Dexters - Winter Park, Fl - 8:30 P.M.
June 15 - Lakeridge Winery - Clermont, Fl - 2 - 5 P.M.
June 15-16 - BB Kings Club - Orlando, Fl - 7 P.M.
June 18 - Private Party - Disney - 6 P.M.
June 20 - Bourbon St-The Villages Square - The Villages, Fl - 8 P.M.
June 21 - Private Party - Orlando, Fl
June 22-23 - BB Kings Club - Orlando, Fl - 7 P.M.
June 28 - Bourbon St-The Villages Square - The Villages, Fl - 8 P.M.
June 29-30 -BB Kings Club - Orlando, Fl - 7 P.M.
Vacation - June 29 - July 10th
July 18 - Mt Dora 3rd Friday - SOLO - 6 P.M. - Mt. Dora, Fl
July 19 - Dexters - Winter Park, Fl - 8:30 P.M.
July 26 - Cape Fear Blues Festival - Headliner - Wilmington, NC - 6 P.M Showtime
August 17 - Lakeridge Winery - Clermont, Fl - 2 - 5 P.M.
August 30 - Dexters - Winter Park, Fl - 8:30 P.M.
October 11 - Dexters - Winter Park, Fl - 8:30 P.M.
November 9 - Lakeridge Winery - Clermont, Fl - 2 - 5 P.M.
November 29 - Dexters - Winter Park, Fl - 8:30 P.M.
December 13 - African American Social Club Party - SOLO - 7 P.M. - The Villages, Fl
December 14 - Lakeridge Winery - Clermont, Fl - 2 - 5 P.M.
December 17 - Private Party - SOLO - Leesburg, Fl - 7 P.M.
December 20 - Private Party - Leesburg,Fl - 5 P.M.
December 27 - Dexters - Winter Park, Fl - 8:30 P.M.
Send Bobby an e-mail to inquire about his complete music schedule (group & solo) or just to say hello.
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I heard Bobby playing in a club and just had to have his CD's. He should be headlineing every major festival in the country, he's that good. love you Bobby, PS hope you get up to Canada sometime
ass kickin'
author: jimbowbobby kicks ass & takes names! bobbys blues are so dam good he rips your heart out and holds it beating in front of you!
Blues.....As They Should Be!!!
author: Maureen ValleyEvery track on this CD is sterling in every way. Bobby wraps his voice around his lyrics like a sensuous glove....and his guitar licks almost break your heart. Bobby is just about the best bluesmen I've ever heard...and I've heard a few!!
The Man knows bluz
author: Paula QuillenWe couldn't all get into Back Room Bluz here in Eustis, Fl. As soon as everyone on the street heard Bobby, the placed over flowed. This is a must have cd for any blues lover!
911 : HOT , TRAVELIN' HOME : ON FIRE !!!!!!
author: John " Shades" FargnoliYes 911 is all that I heard it to be. I picked-up Travelin' Home when Bobby and his band ( new bassplayer is great ) played Aug. 21st. This cd is deep, high and funky. Love it.
Saw Bobby at Leesburg Bikefest he STOLE the show!!
author: RonsterHas got to be the rebirth of R&B for this decade!
we saw bobby perform and immediately bought his cd
author: marian kingmusic with alot of soul,everytime we listen(which is often)it feels like we're down enjoying new orleans..
The best Florida's got!
author: JoshBeautiful Bobby is one of the greatest blues musicians i have ever seen play live. He really knows how to work the crowd and get us all into it. His music from this CD is just incredibly enjoyable and i will definately check him out anytime i see his playing. I saw him tonight at the Blackfin here in Orlando. Amazing. Highlight was defniately "How Blue Can Ya Get."
Fantastic show, blew us away
author: Charles Scarrott ( From London)Walked into the jazz cafe in Disney World. Never heard of Beautiful Bobby. He walked on stage and blew us away. We returned for all his shows and even changed our schedule to see him at the House of Blues Kitchen later in the week. Bought his CD and will plan next visist to Florida so we can see him again. Reminded us of Buddy Guy or Eric Clapton. FANTASTIC
Bobby plays the blues from his heart!!
author: Ya Ya KarenFrom the heart and with soul, that's the sound of the music that Bobby and the guys all do. Whether he is Solo here in the "Sleezeburg" area (you locals will know what I mean) or playing bigtime in OTown, he is the greatest. Yeah Baby pretty much says it all!! Love ya! Karen
A real Pro !!
author: Johnny Mag SaxI met Bobby doing a gig in Leesburg,Fl. and he came up to me and asked me to come Jam with him and his band at the House of Blues in Orlando. I didn't know what to expect ?? I walked in with my Sax and I was blown away !! Bobby and his band are Awesome !! Good people too !! This cd is well worth the $$. Keep up the good work Bobby , you are a bad dude !!!
Wow !!! I was really surprised !
author: Vee in The VillagesI love listening to the Blues....touches my Soul. This CD really surprised me....another B.B., and living in Central Florida. You go Bobby and let the world hear Trying to forget about Yesterday!!!
from one bluesman to another,bobby you rock
author: ROOSTER REDVery original and one of a kind
author: T-manA great work of art from a fabulous showman and bluesman! Central Florida is certainly lucky to have such a rich treasure as Bobby- "keeping them blues alive". I enjoy every show I see of his, and if this CD can capture just a piece of what his total talent is, "you got yourself one hell of a deal!!" Thanks Bobby!!
Wonderful. Get this CD!!!
author: Joe SorbelloI saw Bobby and the B3 blues band at the House of Blues in Downtown Disney on my honeymoon in August 2003. It was one of the most intimate and enjoyable performances I have witnessed. Bobby is very talented, and a pleasure to listen to. This CD captures the feel of that show, and I would reccommend it to anyone. P.S.- Hey Bobby, I'm still waiting for you to play New York!!!
Original and Best
author: Dominic BaxterNever purchased a Blues CD before, but after seeing Bobby in Mount Dora in June I had to buy. This is the most catchy and best CD I have brought this year. I am wearing it out. My favorite track - Trying to forget about yesterday. Keep it going Bobby
Bobby is great!
author: Lori MontagueA group of us saw Bobby live in Mt. Dora a couple months ago and think he's fabulous - the CD is even better!
Don't wait!! Get this CD now.... As good as it gets!!!
author: BlueswolfeOne of my favorite CD's already. I have purchased hundreds of Blues CD's and this ranks up there with the best... Beautiful Bobby Blackmon can really put down the BLues. Hope to see him play out west soon!
911 has got it going on
author: Doug IngramI like the CD SO MUCH I have bought several copys and given it to people. It's a shame he didn't do this years ago.People would be saying BB who?
911 is the Real Deal Blues
author: Jim BerryBBB found a way to combine traditional Blues with the cutting edge to create a must have CD. BBB's crisp guitar is the perfect match for his rich, soulful voice and the result is a CD of songs that you will love.
i can't quit patting my feet
author: lucky jenkinsthe CD is great. Bobby Blackmon is the best i've seen in a long time. when you listen to him you can't help but get that soul feeling, you've just got to move. recommend the CD to everyone
Don't Waste Your Time ON ANYBODY ELSE!!!!
author: Alan FrashierBobby fills a musical void left by many of the other greats no longer with us. They'd all be proud to hear him carrying the torch. Bobby's talent is subtle yet hard-hitting. You can't help but listen to this CD and not be blown away by both his song-writing ability and his musical talent. His blues guitar playing is woven into his lyrics so effectively you sometimes forget that they're not one and the same. Whether you're new to the blues or a seasoned veteran BUY THIS CD you won't be disappointed.
Bobby and the band ROCK!
author: Ann LeitgebI was never really into blues until Bobby and company came along. This CD is great - for the novice or the die-hard. I highly recommend it to anyone into blues specifically or anyone simply interested in good music. I feel lucky he/they play in my town often so I can hear them whenever I want!
This is the real thing baby...
author: Paul W. TullThis smoking CD is the real thing. Beautiful Bobby Blackmon and the B3 Blues Band are hot. If you get a chance to catch them live or Bobby doing a solo gig...get there. You do not get a chance to catch a bluesman like this everyday. Bobby's travels from east Texas to central Florida (and all over) have crafted him into the total package. Get yourself a little of this, it's like mama's home cookin', it'll make you want to come back for more! Come on ya'll Dial 911....
A great blues CD mixed with soul and humor
author: Tom gloverIf you believe that the blues can be fun, then Mr. Blackmon's music is guaranteed to make you smile. The first time I heard this CD, I had to get my guitar out and play along! Then as I listened to the words, I realized that Mr. Blackmon has a great sense of humor also. There is a mix of sounds here from BB King to Lou Rawls, but it's a great mix that is truly original. Beautiful Bobby B ;the B stands for Blues!
Fantastic CD! Bobby is the greatest!
author: Steve and Dana RoccaThis CD brings out all of Bobby's moods and is one of the greatest blues CDs ever. This is what Beatiful Bobby sounds like in person and it just doesn't get any better!
Soul Blues with heart and humour
author: Pete Sargeant - Blues Matters! magazineOn this record, Bobby chooses to explore the sly, mellow and funky side of his wide range of Blues styles. Though he touches on lost romance, illicit affairs and general heartbreak, his streak of optimisim and self-depracating humour shine through. And just check the snappy guitar runs that pepper this set. Little Milton - watch out !
Outstanding ballards, honest blues and real showmanship.
author: P SowersIf you like catchy ballards thsi is the right spot. Songs like "Trying to forget about yesterday" and Holding On to sweet memories" will stay in your mind. Just good blues with both upbeat and memorable tunes.