Southern Soul Celebration: Blues for the Soul
Schedule
Sat, 25 Jan, 2025 at 07:30 pm
UTC-06:00Location
915 E 60th St, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60637 | Chicago, IL
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Join us for a soulful evening of blues featuring powerhouse performances by Chicago blues icon Nellie “Tiger” Travis, the dynamic Joe Barr, and rising star Theo Huff with The Platinum Band. Celebrate the rich traditions of Blues, Southern Soul, and R&B in this unforgettable live music experience.Nellie “Tiger” Travis is a fiery songstress from Bayou Mound, Mississippi, and a Chicago blues icon, regularly packing houses at Kingston Mines, Buddy Guy’s Legends, and Blue Chicago. Whether singing at a hole-in-the-wall club to a set on national television with the Roots on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Nellie “Tiger” Travis embodies Southern soul.
From self-taught pianist to acclaimed vocalist, Chicago native Joe Barr’s talent took him from neighborhood talent shows to renowned clubs like Walton's Corner, where he honed his craft alongside legendary singers. His collaborations with icons like Vance Kelly, tenure with The Oasis band, and performances with his Soul Purpose Band, solidified his reputation in the Chicago music scene.
Chicago native Theo Huff is a soul singer and songwriter known for blending Blues, Southern Soul, and R&B. Mentored by a drummer at fourteen, Theo's captivating stage presence has charmed audiences worldwide as he shared the stage with legends like Koko Taylor and Otis Clay. Praised for his authentic blend of old-school soul and modern flair, he's hailed as a rising star in the blues scene by WXRT radio.
Selections will be announced from the stage.
Runtime: ~150 minutes including two brief intermissions.
The Blues@Logan Series is supported by the Jonathan Logan Family Foundation.
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Where is it happening?
915 E 60th St, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60637Event Location & Nearby Stays:
