tag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:/blogs/news-interviews?p=2News/Interviews2021-11-08T12:02:57-08:00Dennis Jones Bandfalsetag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/64199522021-11-08T12:02:57-08:002024-03-15T00:21:43-07:00New Single 09/18/2020<p><span class="font_large">The new single drops on 09/18/2020. From the upcoming album "Soft Hard & Loud"</span></p>Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/64630172020-10-25T13:19:09-07:002024-01-03T00:25:04-08:00New Album - Soft Hard & Loud - Out NOW!!<p><span class="font_large">After a few delays the new album "Soft Hard & Loud" was just released - 10/16/2020. Thanks you all for your support in these difficult times.</span></p>Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/63005762020-04-30T17:21:25-07:002024-03-11T22:38:57-07:00Acoustic Sundays at 6 PM Pacific Time<p>Hope you and your loved ones are well. Now that the band isn't touring for a while I've been performing and posting my original acoustic song on <strong><em>Facebook</em> </strong>https://www.facebook.com/dennisjonesband/ and <em><strong>Instagram</strong></em> https://www.instagram.com/dennisjonesband Every Sunday at 6 pm! Looking forward to seeing you all again real soon. Take care!</p>
<p> </p>Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/62582682020-03-22T10:48:00-07:002024-03-11T22:40:07-07:00Tours & Shows Canceled<p><span class="font_large">We all know by now there have been many cancellations and postponements because of the Corona Virus. Still have dates confirmed! Any additional cancellations will be posted. If you would like to support please download songs or buy physical Cd's. You and your loved ones please stay healthy and happy in these difficult times. Thank You! DJ</span></p>Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/62090052020-02-08T15:18:31-08:002024-03-11T22:41:56-07:00Tour - New Recording in 2020!<p><span class="font_large">We had a great tour back in January of Germany, Austria, Poland and Switzerland. Look forward to it every year! In the studio recording the next album. Eleven New Rock Blues Funky Tracks! Working on a summer release. Keep you posted!</span></p>Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60300022019-08-30T17:00:00-07:002024-03-11T22:45:14-07:00Big Blues Bender - 2019
<p>We're looking forward to playing the Big Blues Bender in Las Vegas, NV on September 8th. It's a great four day event full of the best blues acts in the country. Check it out at <a href="http://bigbluesbender.com/" data-imported="1">http://bigbluesbender.com/</a></p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60300012019-06-12T17:00:00-07:002024-03-11T22:46:02-07:00The Guitar Show - Australia<p>Visited Australia many years ago and have been trying to find a way to perform there ever since.</p>
<p>Well it's finally happening! IPerforming at the Guitar Show in Melbourne on August 3rd 2019.</p>
<p>Think NAMM with only guitars. I'll also be playing a few club dates as well. Check Calendar for details.</p>
<p> </p>Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60300002019-01-31T16:00:00-08:002024-03-11T22:47:27-07:00Tour Update & News!<p>The European Tour was a success! We had some sellout crowds and a lot of new fans along the way. Looking forward to next year!</p>Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299992018-12-29T16:00:00-08:002024-03-11T22:50:02-07:00European Tour 2019
<p>Looking forward to going back to Europe in January. We start off Germany and work our way through Switzerland and Austria. Check my facebook page for photos and live videos. We hope your 2019 is starting off great! Peace & Love to you all. DJ</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299982018-10-28T17:00:00-07:002024-03-11T22:51:09-07:00WE3 LIVE! Out Now!!<p>Very excited about the release of "WE3 LIVE"</p>Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299972018-04-23T17:00:00-07:002024-03-15T00:21:43-07:00Tours 2018!<p>Just returned from a very successful European Tour. We're now getting ready to tour the US and Canada. More planned for this summer! The Live CD is almost ready to press! August 2018 is the target date!</p>Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299962018-02-08T16:00:00-08:002022-03-07T04:59:00-08:00Live CD
<p>We're now mixing the live CD for an August release! Keep you posted.</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299952018-01-31T16:00:00-08:002023-12-10T08:48:28-08:00What's New the DJB?<p>2017 was a great year for the DJB. Touring the US and Canada. Thanks to all the great live music fans that came out to support us. </p>
<p>Gearing up for 2018! European Tour in March! Check our <strong>Calendar Dates</strong> for tour schedule and updates!</p>
<p>New Live CD to be released this summer!</p>Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299942017-01-02T16:00:00-08:002022-03-07T04:57:19-08:00#12 Top Blues Rock Album Charts 2016
<p>What a great way to start the New Year! #12 of 200 Top Blue Rock albums of 2016! Thanks to publicist Betsie Brown & all the DJs around the world who played my music. Special thanks to everyone who bought this cd and came to our shows. Nothing but love! DJ</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299912017-01-01T16:00:00-08:002023-12-10T08:40:49-08:00European Tour November 2016
<p>Our Nov/Dec 2016 European Tour was a major success. Thanks to everyone that came out to support us. Hope to see you again soon!</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299932016-08-28T17:00:00-07:002023-12-10T08:54:57-08:00Labor Day Music Festival LA Coliseum's Exposition Park
<p>We're happy to be a part of this years Labor Day Music Festival at LA Coliseum's Exposition Park</p>
<p>Great food Music and Family! Lineup Includes: Snoop Dogg, The New Orleans All Star Band Featuring Dr John</p>
<p>Los Lonely Boys, Dennis Jones Band, Poncho Sanchez, The Victor Orlando Orchestra and FUN JA LA Cuban Funk</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299922016-07-05T17:00:00-07:002022-03-07T05:00:09-08:00Guitar Shorty Benefit
<p>Some of you in the blues music world know that Guitar Shorty had his van and trailer stolen in early June.</p>
<p>Myself and a few other musicians put together several shows to raise money to get him back on the road. </p>
<p>Thankfully it was a success! He's got a new van and most of his important equipment has been replaced.</p>
<p>Thanks for helping another musician through hard times. Much Love!</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299892016-05-07T17:00:00-07:002023-12-10T08:46:43-08:00Blues Music Awards 2016
<p>Just attended the 2016 Blues Music Awards in Memphis TN. Great to see so many old friends and to make new ones as well. Congratulations to all the nominees and winners! Thanks to all that have come and gone for showing us how it's done. The Blues is definitely Still Alive And Well.</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299902016-05-01T17:00:00-07:002019-06-17T02:38:41-07:00Vintage Guitar Magazine Review
<p>http://www.vintageguitar.com/23763/dennis-jones/</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299872016-02-24T16:00:00-08:002022-03-22T23:57:25-07:00Ruby Tubes Endorsment!
<p>My amps get a lot of punishment on the road. I've been using Ruby Tubes exclusively for years and they never let me down. Thanks for lookin' out guys!</p>
<p>Special thanks to Donny McClure.</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299882016-02-09T16:00:00-08:002023-12-10T08:43:31-08:00#1 Roots Music Report
<p>Both Sides Of The Track is #1 this week of February 7th on Roots Music Report. Climbing other charts as well.</p>
<p><a href="http://rootsmusicreport.com/charts/print_chart/album/sub_genre/blues-rock/weekly/2016-02-07/2016-02-07" data-imported="1">http://rootsmusicreport.com/charts/print_chart/album/sub_genre/blues-rock/weekly/2016-02-07/2016-02-07</a></p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299862016-02-07T16:00:00-08:002021-07-13T01:08:31-07:00New CD Available Now!
<p>The new Cd "Both Sides Of The Track" for sale now at <a href="http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/dennisjones4" data-imported="1">http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/dennisjones4</a></p>
<p>I wrote 19 songs for this album and picked my favorite 13. Hope you enjoy them all!</p>
<p>We'll be touring and promoting the Cd through out 2016.</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299852015-11-11T16:00:00-08:002022-06-26T18:33:11-07:00East Coast Tour September 2015
<p>September 2015. We had a great tour across the country to the east coast and back.</p>
<p>We're continuing to share our music with new fans across the country and abroad. Clink on the Calendar to see if we're playing near you!</p>
<p>Thank you for supporting REAL live music.</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299842014-08-02T17:00:00-07:002022-02-16T04:34:35-08:00Mammoth 2014
<p>One of the best Festivals we've played this year. If you've never attended do yourself a favor and check it out.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.mammothbrewsandblues.com" data-imported="1">http://www.mammothbrewsandblues.com</a></p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299832014-02-09T16:00:00-08:002022-03-20T20:43:35-07:00IBC Memphis 2014
<p>I had the pleasure of being a part of the 2014 International Blues Challenge in Memphis TN. </p>
<p>In 2004 as a part of the Zac Harmon Band we won the competition. This time around I had the opportunity to be a judge and to host the "All Star Jam" at the New Daisy Theater on Beale St. Thanks to all the great musicians that showed up to play.</p>
<p>The talented this year was incredible. So many great bands from all over the world. From my observation the Blues is Alive And Well.</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299822013-12-28T16:00:00-08:002022-05-31T06:54:09-07:00Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise 2014
<p>The Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise sails again on the West Coast. It sets sail on October 4-11 2014</p>
<p>The stops include Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas & Mazatlan. Great line up. You don't want to miss this one.</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299812013-06-16T17:00:00-07:002023-12-10T08:44:46-08:00New Movie Sound Track. How We Got Away With It
<p>It's great to be involved with other independent artists an see there dreams come true as many of mine have. This is the third film that's used songs from one of my four cds. How We Got Away With It, has just been selected to be in the 2013 Manhattan Film Festival. Best of luck to Jon Lindstrom and everyone that made this movie happen. My song Passion For The Blues will also be on the sound track cd being released soon as well. For more info and a look at the trailer go to.<a href="http://www.howwegotawaywithit.com/" data-imported="1">http://www.howwegotawaywithit.com/</a>#</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299802013-03-17T17:00:00-07:002021-04-12T21:38:55-07:00Babe's & Ricky's Inn
<p>I'm proud to be a part of the new documentary "Babe's & Ricky's Inn" that has just been released. It will be in select theaters around the county in the next few months. It documents the last days of one of Los Angeles's oldest and best blues clubs. You can see the trailer at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=triMbeaR9vY" data-imported="1">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=triMbeaR9vY</a></p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299792013-02-03T16:00:00-08:002022-05-21T05:50:14-07:00Best selling CD
<p>I'd like to thank everybody who purchased our latest CD, <em>My Kinda Blues</em>. Thanks to all of you, it's our best selling CD to date.</p>
<p>Looking forward to playing in your area real soon! </p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299772012-10-22T17:00:00-07:002023-12-10T09:02:10-08:00John Mayall
<p>We just had the pleasure of opening for the legendary John Mayall at the Fox Theater in Tucson AZ on 10/19/12. The theater was beautiful and the blues fans were amazing as always. Thanks to the staff and everyone that made us feel welcome. We'll be back soon. Thank you</p>
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Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299782012-10-21T17:00:00-07:002019-06-17T02:43:29-07:00Tucson Blues Festival
<p>This was our third time playing the Tucson Blues & Heritage Festival and it just keeps getting better.</p>
<p>Special thanks to Gary Bagnoche for hooking us up at the Fox Theater and the festival, you're the best.</p>
<p>And to all the blues fans for buying my CD and supporting this great American Music called the Blues.</p>
<p>Thank you all</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299762012-10-11T17:00:00-07:002021-12-15T04:42:20-08:00#1 @ Smokestacklightnin
<p>"My Kinda Blues" is still climbing the Roots & Blues charts. Check out <a href="http://www.smokestacklightnin.com" data-imported="1">www.smokestacklightnin.com</a></p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299752012-09-12T17:00:00-07:002022-05-31T06:55:15-07:00Blues with no limits
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<p><em><span class="font">"Blues music is my therapy. Writing songs has a way of helping me understand, and deal with, life, love, and loss."</span></em></p>
<p><span style="color:#800000"><strong><span class="font">Dennis Jones: Blues with no limits</span></strong></span></p>
<p><span class="font">Sizzling hot guitar solos. Smooth and soulful vocals. High-energy stage performance. Backed by a rhythm section that is second to none, this IS Dennis Jones. Jones was born in Baltimore, Maryland. The drums were his first passion and they still form his relentless grooves. Check out a live show, and you’ll instantly agree, Dennis Jones’s band ROCKS the blues like NO other! With original songs, some of which are sure to become classics, Dennis’s feet are firmly rooted in the past, yet his heart and soul are connected to the present. He writes songs that seamlessly blend the best of both worlds, presenting a unique and contemporary style of American rock and blues. And unlike some others, he isn’t afraid to tackle the controversial issues of today. <br></span></p>
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<p><span class="font">Since 2003, Dennis has released four successful albums on his own label, Blue Rock Records. The newly released CD, My Kinda Blues, features legendary guest musicians, Kenny Neal, and Guitar Shorty.</span></p>
<p><span class="font">Dennis is no stranger to film either. Deep Blues from his first CD, Falling Up, was featured in a 2006 Lions Gate movie, Sea of Fear. Finally, Dennis is one of several artists featured in the much-anticipated Babe’s & Ricky’s Inn and "Mama" <span class="st">Laura Mae Gross</span>. He opened for such greats as Johnny Winter, Dick Dale, and the Experience Hendrix Tour. Dennis won the International Blues Competition, Memphis, 2004, as part of Zac Harmon’s band and in May 2012, was honored to present the Awards for BB King Entertainer of the Year.</span></p>
<p><span class="font">Dennis and his band continue to work hard to achieve the next level of musical success. Increased touring opportunities and greater exposure to new fans will undoubtedly make this band a household name. So if the same old blues has got you down, then it’s time to check out the Dennis Jones Band!</span></p>
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<p><span class="font"><strong><a href="http://blues.gr/profile/MichalisLimnios" rel="nofollow" target="_self" data-imported="1">Interview by Michael Limnios</a></strong></span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font">What do you learn about yourself from the blues, what does the blues mean to you?</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">Blues music is my therapy. Writing songs has a way of helping me understand, and deal with, life, love, and loss. Each individual life experience, good or bad, is unique, yet its resulting pain or glory is often understood, and even felt, by others, as part of our common human experience. This is what I love about the blues.</span></p>
<p><span class="font">Blues music is also part of my heritage, and a birth right, which I cherish and want to be remembered.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font">What experiences in your life make you a GOOD BLUESMAN and SONGWRITER?</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">The fact that I have had lots of experiences in my life is what makes me a good bluesman and songwriter. It’s hard to understand true happiness if you have never felt despair, and I’ve been there. Other than this, my passion for making and playing blues music certainly helps. </span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font">What characterize Dennis Jones sound and music philosophy?</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">My sound is a combination of all music that I played and grew up with. At any given time, any of these elements can come to the surface. I always consider the song itself as most important. A great song will last forever. But a great guitar solo in a bad song will not last. </span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font">From whom have you have learned the most secrets about the blues music?</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">Robert Jr Lockwood shared great stories with me, and Guitar Shorty shared not only great stories, but hands-on guitar techniques with me as well. </span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font">How and where did you get the inspiration for your song?</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">I am inspired by conversations with my friends, and just watching things in the world. A few years ago, I was talking to Cedric Burnside and Bill Wax while seated on a bus– that’s where the idea for the song, Same Train, came from. But my songs can also come from other sources, and I often think of ideas and start writing lyrics while just sitting home playing guitar.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font"><a href="http://api.ning.com/files/AwBYQJ8TIOEOHXGZ0zV5O9vvrCgX9iEc7F8gGIEBVz6HRw7vfzYogQCI-O4Y8q1MOmnjDXejxkpfEBUFYH5pjXAOUdtAxnKZ/DennisJonesBandCOL01.jpg" target="_self" data-imported="1"><img src="http://api.ning.com/files/AwBYQJ8TIOEOHXGZ0zV5O9vvrCgX9iEc7F8gGIEBVz6HRw7vfzYogQCI-O4Y8q1MOmnjDXejxkpfEBUFYH5pjXAOUdtAxnKZ/DennisJonesBandCOL01.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" width="450" /></a>Tell me about the beginning of Dennis Jones Band. How do you describe Sam Correa and Michael Turner?</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">Over the years, I have had several variations of included instruments in my band, e.g. keyboards, horns. But my trio combination right now feels better and more right than ever before. Michael Turner and Sam Correa are the best combination of musicians that I have ever played with – there is something special about the dynamic that the three of us create that I cannot explain, but fans can see and hear it. I do not have any barriers or limits on what we can do.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font">Which was the best moment of your career and which was the worst?</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">The best moments of my career are yet to come, though there have been many great ones already. The worst moments are behind me, and I do not wish to dwell on them.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font">What is the “feel” you miss most nowadays from the Blackhead and 80s era?</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">It was a big part of my life at the time, but now I don’t miss it at all. I enjoyed being part of a positive movement in which black artists were crossing over to many genres of music.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font">Why did you think that the “Blues Poetry” continue to generate such a devoted following?</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">It’s real and it represents what we go through as humans every day.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font">Which is the most interesting period in your life and why?</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">The most interesting part of my life is today, the present. All of the hard work that I have put in over the years is finally starting to pay off, and I am no longer distracted by a day job, nor by any human drama. Now I focus each day on becoming a better musician and better human being.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font">What advice would you give to aspiring musicians thinking of pursuing a career in the craft?</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">My advice is to find someone who has been doing it a long time, and ask a lot of questions. If you are not a natural songwriter, then take classes to learn, and practice with other musicians. You can only get so good on your own in your parents’ basement.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font">Are there any memories opening for Johnny Winter, Dick Dale, and the Experience Hendrix Tour, which you’d like to share with us?</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">Opening for Johnny Winter was a dream come true. In his heyday, no one could touch Johnny on slide guitar, and I mean NOBODY! It was hard for me not to jump on stage and play Mother Earth with him. The other experiences were enjoyable too.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font">Tell me a few things about your meet with Zac Harmon, which memory as part of Zac’s band makes you smile?</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">Zac and I remain very good friends to this day. Winning the International Blues Competition (IBC) in 2004 is one of my best memories of playing in Zac’s band. Plus every time I got on stage with <a href="http://blues.gr/profiles/blogs/ambassador-of-the-blues-zac-harmon-talks-about-bb-king-music" rel="nofollow" target="_self" data-imported="1">Zac Harmon</a>, I knew it was going to be a good night. Our styles were different, and that is why we fit together so well.</span></p>
<p><span class="font">Other good memories were of females taking off their tops to see our reactions, and people throwing money onstage, and I’m not talking change. </span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font"><a href="http://api.ning.com/files/gzDstTT1QqViJRqofSDhKlRMvWxVljBG4wgpub877aPpUCtVFXCQOV9OU*VNfxSRoT9MUuiKN*f-dhwfLws7q3-rGt4b-NqD/382381_10150983180837370_206809822_n.jpg" target="_self" data-imported="1"><img src="http://api.ning.com/files/gzDstTT1QqViJRqofSDhKlRMvWxVljBG4wgpub877aPpUCtVFXCQOV9OU*VNfxSRoT9MUuiKN*f-dhwfLws7q3-rGt4b-NqD/382381_10150983180837370_206809822_n.jpg" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" width="450" /></a>What is the best advice a bluesman ever gave you?</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">It is better to be a bad you (i.e. Dennis Jones) than to be a good somebody else. I took this advice to heart.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font">What’s the difference and similarity between the European blues scene (European blues musicians) and US?</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">The only difference is where the musicians live. The blues has no borders.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font">Tell me a few things about your experience in Europe?</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">I had a great experience playing in Germany when I was younger. When I toured France and Italy more recently, the response was also really good. I enjoy other cultures – the food, the arts, the people – it was a great experience. I am looking forward to playing again in Europe in the near future.</span></p>
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<p><span class="font"><strong>What’s the best jam you ever played in? What are some of the most memorable gigs you've had?</strong></span></p>
<p><span class="font">The best jam I ever played in was on the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise, Pacific Coast, with Chico Banks, Zac Harmon, Debra Coleman, Chris Duarte, and a few others. It was just one of those moments that I will never forget.</span></p>
<p><span class="font">The most memorable gig I ever had was playing a Teen Center Dance at my High School for the first time, when I was 17 years old. A more recent memorable gig was opening the Doheny Blues Festival in 2011 on the main stage, where I have seen and heard so many great blues acts over the years.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font">Do you have any amusing tales to tell of your recording time with Guitar Shorty?</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">Guitar Shorty walked in to record You Took My Baby with me, for the newly released CD, My Kinda Blues. Shorty opened his guitar case, and then cords, pedals, and the kitchen sink fell out. Ten minutes later, he plugged in, and played the best guitar solo on that song that I have ever heard. We had dinner, I shook his hand, and we said good night.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font">Some music styles can be fads but the blues is always with us. Why do think that is? Give one wish for the BLUES</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">Blues is the core of most styles of American music, from surf to rockabilly, and even soul and funk. The blues is there. I wish the Blues would continue to mature and evolve, and not always rely upon what has already been done.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span class="font">Which things do you prefer to do in your free time? What is your MUSIC DREAM? Happiness is……</span></strong></p>
<p><span class="font">I spend my free time with my friends and my lady, and at least once a day, with my guitar. My dream is to make a good living playing, writing, and performing the music I love, and sharing music with blues fans everywhere.</span></p>
<p><span class="font">Happiness is internal. People need to love and respect themselves before they will ever give a damn about anyone else. Unfortunately, a lot of people don’t, and it guarantees them a miserable life. Many people focus on money and other external sources to try to appear happy to others, which only makes them unhappier. Fortunately I have learned and loved a lot in my life, and things keep getting better and better for me. </span></p>
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Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299742012-08-26T17:00:00-07:002019-06-17T02:45:37-07:00Jefferson Starship
<p><strong>Paul Kantner's Jefferson Starship rocking </strong><em>by Steve Smith, Pasadena Star News, posted 8 23 12, reviewing 8 19 12 concert, Woodland Hillstock</em> (see last paragraph in bold)</p>
<p>From 1965-1972, Paul Kantner co-led legendary psychedelic San Francisco group, The Jefferson Airplane, penning and singing on such iconic protest youth movement and anti-Vietnam War protest songs as "Volunteers," "Crown of Creation" and "We Can Be Together." The Airplane performed noted sets at the three major music festivals of the `60s, the Monterey Pop Festival, Woodstock and Altamont.</p>
<p>Kantner then fronted several forms of The Airplane's next incarnation, The Jefferson Starship, which recorded a dozen gold, platinum and multi-platinum albums.</p>
<p>Now Kanter is 71 and still on the road with Jefferson Starship, which features his old friend, 73-year-old former Quicksilver Messenger Service-Airplane-Starship singer-bassist David Freiberg (who sang Quicksilver's 1970 FM "underground radio" hit, "Fresh Air"). They made a pit stop before several thousand fans at a free picnic concert at Warner Park in Woodland Hills.</p>
<p>The 100-minute set opened with The Airplane's 1967 classic, "Somebody to Love," and it was hitsville from that point onward, including The Airplane's ode to a pill that make you smaller, among other things, "White Rabbit," and such Starship hits (many of them million sellers) as "Miracles," "Count on Me," and "Ride the Tiger" and several other crowd pleasers. The Starship's infectiously propulsive "Fast Buck Freddie" was a particular highlight.</p>
<p>They also incorporating some genuine Airplane gems, such as "Crown of Creation," "Volunteers" and a concert ending, "The Other Side of Life," that the Airplane released live from its early 1969 concert album, "Bless It's Pointed Little Head." (It was also the song The Airplane was performing when Hell's Angels knocked singer Marty Balin out cold at Altamont).</p>
<p>During a lengthy 12-minute take on Kantner's 1967 psychedelic gem, "The Ballad of You & Me & Pooniel," from The Airplane album, "After Bathing at Baxter's," Kantner and Grace Slick's replacement, Cathy Richardson (who also replaced Janis Joplin in the still-active Big Brother and The Holding Company several years ago), took a break while band's guitarist of more than 30 years, Slick Aguilar, led the rest of the band in a workout on Jeff Beck's 1975 instrumental hit, "Freeway Jam."</p>
<p><strong>There was an opening act of note. The blues rocking Dennis Jones Band is a fronted by a truly great guitarist, Jones, who clearly gets his inspiration from Jimi Hendrix. In between performing its originals, the trio covered two Hendrix songs ("Little Wing" and "Red House") as well as B.B. King's "The Thrill is Gone," and Booker T. Jones and William Bell's "Born Under a Bad Sign." Eric Clapton would do well to invite Jones to next year's Crossroad Guitar Festival.</strong></p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299732012-01-04T16:00:00-08:002021-12-28T04:50:42-08:00Four Shades of Blue
<p>I had an idea to put together a show with some close friends in Memphis and it happened.</p>
<p>We had a great show at the New Daisy Theater the week of the Blues Music Awards 2012</p>
<p>I'd like to thank all the wonderful blues fans that came out to make our show a success.</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299722010-11-01T17:00:00-07:002022-02-16T23:51:52-08:00Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise
<p>Just returned from this years Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise. I would like to thank all the great artist that I had a chance to perform with and all the amazing blues fans that support us. And to Roger and his great staff for making sure eveything was takin care of. Pre booking for next year has started. Go to www.bluescruise.com for all the booking Information</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299712010-01-21T16:00:00-08:002024-03-07T19:36:51-08:00Real Blues Magazine
<p>Real Blues Magazine voted Dennis Jones as Best New Artist of 2009. The new CD "Pleasure & Pain" also won for Best Modern Blues CD of 2009. Go to www.realbluesmagazine.com for more info.</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299702009-12-22T16:00:00-08:002024-03-07T19:37:43-08:00Big City Rhythm & Blues
<p>Big City Rhythm & Blues Magazine just released a new CD Sampler. It's called "Jump For Joy" I'm proud to have a song on this cool compilation of blues artists from around the country. Go to www.bigcitybluesmag.com for more info. Happy Holidays</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299692009-11-24T16:00:00-08:002023-12-10T11:10:48-08:00Pleasure & Pain
<p>Pleasure & Pain is #13 on the Roots Blues Airplay Charts Top 50.</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299682008-10-19T17:00:00-07:002024-03-07T19:40:36-08:0029th Long Beach Blues Festival
<p>Playing the Long Beach Blues Festival this year was a special occasion for us. I would have been there anyway, but felt great to perform there. Thanks to all the blues fans everywhere. We appreciate you all. DJ</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299662008-08-19T17:00:00-07:002021-06-25T05:22:02-07:00Dennis Jones Band & Johnny Winter
<p>We had the great pleasure of opening for Johnny Winter October 1, 2008 at the Coach House in San Juan Capistrano. The whole experience was phenominal from meeting Johnny to receiving a standing ovation from the audience. It was a night I'll never forget. Thank you from Dennis, Michael and Sam. DJB</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299612008-06-29T17:00:00-07:002023-12-10T08:50:03-08:009th Annual Julian Blues Bash
<p>I would like to thank Robb Bower and all the bands, fans and supporters of the 9th Annual Julian Blues Festival. We had a great time. Thanks again for having us. Dennis Jones www.robb-bowerpresents.com</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299652008-06-20T17:00:00-07:002022-05-30T20:28:12-07:0010th Annual Julian Blues Bash
<p>I'd like to thank Robb Bower and everyone that worked at the 10th Annual Julian Blues Bash this year. From the musicians in the other bands to everyone that showed up, it couldn't have been a better group of people in one place. Thanks for all your continued support. DJ</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299642008-02-21T16:00:00-08:002022-05-16T08:34:51-07:00Blue's Festival Guide "Artist On The Rise"
<p>The Dennis Jones Band is featured as the "Artist On The Rise" in their February 22, 2008 Blues Festival E-Guide edition. Check it out at www.bluesfestivalguide.com.</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299672008-01-29T16:00:00-08:002023-12-10T08:40:48-08:00"Best of Southland Blues Bands Volume I" CD
<p>Dennis Jones appearing on Southland Blues/Grand Entertainment Compilation CD "Best of Southland Blues Bands Volume I". Go to www.southlandblues.com to purchase the cd.</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299632008-01-29T16:00:00-08:002020-10-19T03:48:33-07:00Southland Blues Cover
<p>It's not the cover of the Rolling Stone, but in the blues world it feels really good to be on the cover of Southland Blues. What a great way to start off 2008. I'd like to thank Pete Sardon and Dan Jacobson for giving me the opportunity to share my opinons and respect for the blues. DJ</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299622007-03-29T17:00:00-07:002019-06-12T02:49:50-07:002007 Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise
<p>Hello everyone, Just back from the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise. It was my second cruise and the first for my band. From Mike, Tony and myself we would like to thank everyone for letting us be a part of such a great event. Hope to see you all real soon. DJ</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299582007-01-01T16:00:00-08:002022-03-20T21:14:21-07:00"New Years Eve Party"
<p>I'd like to thank everyone who came out to Martini Blues on New Years Eve. It was a great night for all of us from beginning to end. Thanks for letting us entertain you. DJ</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299562006-08-23T17:00:00-07:002024-03-07T19:33:22-08:00Movie Sound Track
<p>The song 'Deep Blues' from the CD "Falling Up" is featured in Lionsgate 2006 movie release "Sea Of Fear".</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299552006-08-18T17:00:00-07:002024-01-03T00:23:26-08:00Wrightwood with Dick Dale
<p>We had an amazing show this summer in Wrightwood. I showed up early for the classic car show and had a chance to feed another passion of mine - "Muscle Cars". Tony, Michael and I would like to thank everyone that came out to the festival. Hope you all had a good time. This life only happens once - enjoy it! Love y'all. . . DJ</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299572006-05-29T17:00:00-07:002024-03-07T19:34:28-08:002006 Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise
<p>Hello everyone! I just got back from the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise. I've had some great times in my life and I must say this ones at the top of my list. I had a chance to play with and enjoy some incredible musicians that I've admired for a long time. Blues fans are the most loyal and sincere people I've ever met. I'd like to thank everyone for there kindness and appreciation for what I do. See you next year. Love y'all. . .Dennis Jones</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299592006-03-29T16:00:00-08:002024-03-07T19:35:12-08:00Passion For the Blues Charts at #15
<p>Real Blues Magazine lists "Passion For The Blues" at #15 on their Top 100 CD's listing.</p>
Dennis Jones Bandtag:dennisjonescentral.com,2005:Post/60299601997-04-19T17:00:00-07:002024-03-07T19:35:59-08:00European Tour - April 2007
<p>Just back from Europe. I had a great time touring and meeting new Blues fans from all over the world. Looking forward to doing it again soon. As always, blues fans are the best! Thank you all. DJ</p>
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