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New Blues for New Times! That's Bluestone.
Carrying forward a long
tradition of exciting live blues, Bluestone brings the blues into
the new century with the groove, the heat,
and the raw power of past greats like Howlin' Wolf, Albert Collins
and BB King, while putting their unique stamp on this hot musical
form. Since 2005 Bluestone has been rocking clubs and events throughout
Virginia, Maryland and DC, and keeping the blues alive by bringing
a freshness and excitement to the music. Geared to keep
the dance floor packed, Bluestone lights up the stage wherever they perform.
Performing blues by today's best contemporary artists along with a mix
of their own funky originals, Bluestone performs with a fiery
edge, blending the blues with funk, rock and jazz into an exciting
fusion of live party music. Bluestone's music shakes, swings and
rocks. Powerful vocals, searing guitars, melodic keyboards and
funked out rhythms make Bluestone one of the most exciting blues
performances today.
Bluestone is a 5-peice
band consisting of rich vocals and harmonies, guitar, bass, drums,
keyboard and percussion.
Matti Valdivia brings feeling,
conviction and soul to the Bluestone mix. Known in the region for
her distinctive jazz and blues work, Matti is Bluestone's voice,
bringing the music alive with her unique and wonderful tones. With a
driving rhythm provided by drummer Ernie Page, it's impossible to
sit still when Bluestone takes the stage. Ernie creates the groove
that drives Bluestone's sound. Adding bottom to that rhythm is
bassist Dave Ruckman. Dave continues to impress Bluestone fans and
blues aficionados with his funky grooves and impeccable style.
Classically influenced keyboardist Zach Furness handles the keys and
backing vocals with passion and style. Zach fills out Bluestone's
unique sound with a tasteful combination of piano, organ and synth.
The final piece of Bluestone is guitarist and vocalist Phil
Flewallen. Phil has developed a distinctive guitar style shaped from
years of studying great blues players and playing from his heart. He
works his gold Strat with a fiery passion and all out joy that
always brings down the house.
New blues for new times! That's
Bluestone.
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