Blues showman JW-JONES rocked The Gables on May 4, 2019

posted in: News | 1
On May 4, the Grand Bend Art Centre continued its 10-year tradition of bringing top international musicians to the area when it presented versatile blues guitar virtuoso JW-Jones in concert at The Gables.  Known for his live performance showmanship built around his “lightning in a bottle” guitar playing and thoughtful song selection, Ottawa based Jones is one of Canada’s top blues stars.  JW-Jones has won multiple awards, appeared regularly in the Billboard Top 10  having released ten albums, and is an international touring sensation who’s thrilled audiences in 23 countries on four continents.
Joining Jones on stage was his crack rhythm section comprising the inimitable Will Laurin on drums and the renowned Jacob Clarke on electric and upright bass.  “This is an amazing blues band” says Dan Ackroyd;  “Never fails to electrify the crowd” says Ottawa Bluesfest organiser Mark Monahan;  “His evolution as a musician and vocalist shine through… JW is the real deal” says Rolling Stones keyboard player Chuck Leavell and “This young man is one of the people who will keep the blues alive ” says 7-time Grammy Award Winner Buddy Guy for whom JW-Jones has opened on six occasions.
Proceeds from this concert contributed to funding of local arts programs, in particular Grand Bend’s Community and School Music Programs which, for the past four years, have been successful in bringing music into the lives of area children and young people where it had previously been absent.  The show coincided with “The Stars Come Out”,  the popular annual Arts, Eats and Beats Studio Tour Weekend.
Thanks to Wave.Limo which provided private group shuttle service for this Fundraiser for the Grand Bend art Centre.
Check out their new Website http://www.wave.limo

  1. Bradley Oke

    Wave.Limo is providing private group shuttle service for this Fundraiser for the Grand Bend art Centre on Saturday night May 4th. Treat your group to a safe transportation home and back. Contact bradley.oke@gmail.com or text 519-868-7019 For a quote and reservation.
    Check out our new Website http://www.wave.limo