Chicago Steppers in the House + Drumming Layoff Over

My good friend John Nance is hosting "Dusty Stepper's" Sets every Wednesday at Bill's Blues. Because of the holiday, Wednesday was like a Friday and the crowd was quiet large. I arrived expecting to have a few and maybe do some dancing but was recruited by Jonathan Nance (the DJ and John's son) as soon as I walked in. My job was to work the door. In all my years in the music world I never have been a doorman/bouncer. I have to say I have a new found appreciation for the job. For those of you who are Steppers, check out this set. If you want to learn, they will be starting classes soon. It's probably the only Northside club that has steppers sets.

Before last Tuesday it had been three weeks since I played drums. I mean not even one beat. So Tuesday at Bill Blues was quiet a challenge. There was a good sized crowd and a lot of good drummers were in the house. Twist Turner and Tino to name a few. The house band was led by Mr. G and included bass player Greg McDaniel. . I was fortunate to jam with Shoji the bass player from Eddie "The Chief" Clearwater's band. He is a joy to jam with. I had a great time and got some nice compliments. Hopefully I won't wait three weeks to play again.

Underground Sound Rocks!!!

Last Saturday was the debut concert of Underground Sound a great new 18 voice accapella group. My daughter Stacy is in the group and has been rehearsing very hard for the concert. It was held at the Redmoon Theatre and was standing room only. Underground Sound rocks!!!. It was a great concert. Please keep you're eye out for this group.

Back to the Music Blog

It's been a long time since I wrote anything here. Life has a way of interfering with art. But they say life imitates art. So WTF. Music has been very berry good to me. And me to it. The best part is that wherever I go I take my music with me.
So what does this really mean? It means that I want to continue creating songs.
AS for the gigs. They will return in time but for now I am focusing on making real money. Why do most musicians get paid like shit?

Until tomorrow.

Joelee