My Story With The Blues - The Press Room, Stilbaai - Mon 30 Dec 2024

Name: My Story With The Blues - The Press Room, Stilbaai - Mon 30 Dec 2024
Start: 2024-12-30T19:00:00+02:00
Location: The Press Room Cafe - Wedding & Events Venue

Schedule

Mon, 30 Dec, 2024 at 07:00 pm

UTC+02:00

Location

The Press Room Cafe - Wedding & Events Venue | Mossel Bay, WC

Mon 30 Dec 2024
The Press Room, Stilbaai
Gates open 7pm; show starts 8pm.
Picnic baskets available for pre-booking.
Tickets R180pp via Yolande on 073 645 4039
This is a cashless event.
"My definition of the blues is the naked cry of the human heart longing to be in union with God."
- Dion DiMucci
Rob Thompson, PE-based blues guitarist aficionado, uncovers his personal journey in discovering this enigmatic movement in music.
Following on from several SOLD OUT shows in PE plus critical acclaim in in the Western Cape, Natal and along the Garden Route, "My Story with the Blues" starts with the Latin influence of Carlos Santana, after which the story delves deeper with artists such as B.B. King and Little Walter, to more contemporary artists like Dan Patlansky and even Rob's own original compositions.
Supported by Kristo Zondagh on drums and vocals with Kerry Hiles on bass and backing vocals, Thompson's passionate playing and singing interspersed with anecdotes has received glowing reviews:
"This concert has been the absolute best in this genre I have ever enjoyed in ZA! I would go every month if Rob and band would perform again" - Elmer, German tourist
"It was a superb show - the level of virtuosity, and familiarity between, the three musicians made for a wonderful night out. They played a number of my favourites, and some of their own compositions - which were great. Thanks again, and my 3 companions all felt the same way." - Carolyn, Somerset West
"Absolutely brilliant. You could feel the passion from all three, they really gave their all. The show was so much more than we expected." - Linda, audience member, Drama Factory
"Enjoyed the informative trip of the blues music. Liked the camaraderie, relaxed approach and dexterity of the musicians." - Malcolm, Somerset West
My Story with the Blues was like being at the Woodstock festival sans the crowds when they played a few Jimi Hedrix standards. The three musicians created a wall of sound that bigger bands struggle to create. The blues guitar playing of Rob Thompson is impeccably authentic. Three different guitars, each with its own personality and matched to a blues song and played to perfection. Solid base riffs radiating from Kerry Hiles enveloped the audience and provided depth to the music. What can I say about the drum playing of Kristo Zontagh? It is a performance on its own, entertaining in as much as it is complex in its execution. Every surface of his drum kit, drum sticks, hands and brushes are utilized to create a percussion worthy of discussion. At times lovingly caressing the snare drums creating the most delicate sounds to exploding into foot stomping rhythms. I wish I knew more about music, to fully absorb the most delightful music show I've heard in a long time. The band's vocals matched the prowess of their instrument playing. All I know, if you have a blues bone in your body, look out for their next performance and DO NOT MISS IT! Thank you.
- Dawie Venter, Drama Factory audience member
Very competent and slick/tight band, enjoyed all 3 members tremendously, special mention for the lead guitarist who was not overbearing, simply delivered in no uncertain terms, the drummer was quite entertaining and lastly the bassist always had a smile on her face - great show
- Andy, Somerset West
The live trio format allows space for each musician to be expressive in their interpretation of classic blues covers and original songs written and arranged by the band. Don't miss it. Book now!