West Coast Blues Masters, The 44s Return: March 19th
Johnny Main of The 44s (photo by Tony Kutter)
“California blues rockers that fuse traditional LA and Chicago hard core blues pull off a wonderful back to the future fusion of old and new with steam powered energy. The cats in this quartet were obviously born in a road house and grew up licking spilled beer off the floor while their parents ignored them. How else could they come up with such an authentic sound that is familiar without being derivative while it kicks ass all over the yard? No two ways about it, party over here. Grab a ride on this blues train, pronto.” Midwest Record – Entertainment News
Los Angeles-based rootsy blues band The 44s have been making numerous trips to Oregon the past few years, building an extraordinarily strong fan base that packs their shows and crowds the dance floors. How can one not get excited by guitar master Johnny Main and The 44’s energy? These guys come to a room with full intention of igniting an audience and they light that fire every time.
The 44s return to Northwest Oregon with a pair of shows in March. On Thursday, March 19, they will be out at The Birk, 11139 Hwy 202, Birkenfeld, for an 8:00 pm show. Then on Friday, March 20, they’ll be in Portland at Duff’s Gargae for another raucous night of bluesy fun. Admission is $15.00. The show at Duff’s Garage is a CBA co-sponsored event, so bring your membership card for a $1.00 discount at the door. Duff’s Garage is located at 2530 NE 82nd, showtime is 9:00 pm, expect a full house for this one.