Local Artist Series: The Knickerbocker All-Stars

The Knickerbocker All Stars are a 9-piece ensemble that pays tribute to the great innovators of American roots music, including blues, jazz, jump blues, and soul artists. Their music features a mix of classic blues shuffles, swinging jump tunes, and deep-pocket soul grooves, delivered by a powerhouse lineup consisting of top-tier horn and rhythm sections and soulful vocalists. The band draws its name and spirit from the historic Knickerbocker Café in Westerly, Rhode Island, an iconic venue that hosted many of the world-renowned Jazz and Blues legends from the 40s to the present day.
The All Stars have recorded and performed with such popular musicians and vocalists as: Marcia Ball, Jimmie Vaughan, Sugaray Rayford, Thornetta Davis, Darcel Wilson, Curtis Salgaldo, Duke Robillard, Al Copley, Dave Maxwell, Sax Gordon, Johnny Nicholas, Willie J Laws Jr. and virtually all the alumni of the legendary Rhode Island band, Roomful of Blues.
We have climbed to the top of the Living Blues Charts, placed on the Grammy Nomination List, and we were nominated for Soul Blues Album of the year by the Blues Music Awards in Memphis.
When you listen to our 4 albums please play them loud and leave space to get up and dance!

Band members include:
Willie J Laws Jr (guitar and vocals)
Alexus Lee (vocals) or Darcel Wilson (vocals)
Doc Chanonhouse (trumpet/arranger/director)
Richard Lataille (tenor sax)
Doug James (baritone sax)
Carl Querfurth (trombone)
Bruce Mattson (keys/B3) or Arthur Migliazza (piano)
Paul Loranger (bass)
Osi Brathwaite (drums)
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Our Box Office is open daily from 10 AM to 5 PM to assist you with ticket purchases and inquiries.
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• In Person: Visit us at Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club, 135 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH
• By Phone: Call our Box Office at 888-603-5299 (ext. 1) to speak with a representative
• Online: Secure your tickets at jimmysoncongress.com
𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞: Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club only sells tickets through Ticketmaster and our official website. Tickets bought through third-party resellers are not guaranteed to be valid.
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Our 2026 concert schedule is live, and tickets are now available! From world-renowned jazz legends to rising stars across blues, soul, funk, and R&B, we have a packed year of unforgettable performances.
𝐒𝐞𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐛 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞:
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Give the gift of live music. Jimmy’s gift cards can be used toward any concert or food & beverage purchase.
You can purchase a gift card:
• Online at jimmysoncongress.com
• By Phone at 888-603-5299
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• Advance notice and presale access to all ticketed shows
• Invitations to special events and private receptions
• Additional VIP benefits throughout the year
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We’re proud to have 800+ members supporting live music with us—thank you!
𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 & 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club is available to host a wide range of private events, including:
• Corporate gatherings
• Holiday parties
• Weddings & receptions
• Milestone celebrations
Our venue features award-winning acoustics, state-of-the-art technology, exceptional cuisine, and an elegant atmosphere.
𝐓𝐨 𝐢𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐮𝐬:
• Email: [email protected]
• Event Request Form: jimmysoncongress.com/book-an-event
Thank you for supporting live music and the arts at Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club—where world-class talent meets a one-of-a-
kind experience in the heart of Portsmouth.
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