Tuesday Night Blues at Owen Park, Eau Claire, WI

May 14, 2009: Volume One

Its songs draw from the basic and natural, originating from spiritual chants, rhythmic call-and-response while working, and moody ballads often reflecting pain.

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Sparky & The Wipers Reunite

March 9, 2009: Leader Telegram

Sparky and the Wipers haven't played in three years. But don't expect the Eau Claire band to pull all-night cram sessions to prepare for the Lust for Blues 2 music festival Sunday.

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Ellen Whyte at Blues on the Chippewa

July 26, 2008: Leader Telegram

Oregon singer-guitarist Ellen Whyte will headline Blues on the Chippewa festival Saturday in Durand.

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Embracing the Blues

March 9, 2008: Leader Telegram

Eau Claire blues band Mojo Lemon will play during the "Lust for Blues" concert Saturday. Band members are, from left, bass player "Mojo" Terry Demars, guitar player Josh Entzminger and drummer Jason "Big J" Introwitz. Not pictured is keyboard player Willie Chopper.

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Born to be blue: New club forms to promote music in Chippewa Valley

Jamuary 14, 2008: Leader Telegram

Chippewa Valley Blues Society has formed to promote blues music and attract blues concerts. Monthly meetings typically include a jam session. From left, drummer John LeBrun, singer-guitarist Joe Thielen, bass guitarist John VanDeVoort, all of Eau Claire, and guitarist Allan Servoss of New Auburn played at this month's meeting at Sammy's Pizza Palace.

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