The Blue Side

2 NIGHTS 4 SHOWS

Saturday

6:30p Show | Doors at 5p

9:30p Show | Doors at 8:45p

Sunday

4p Show | Doors at 3p

7p Show | Doors at 6:15p

Experience an unforgettable evening of world-class blues with The Blue Side, a powerhouse lineup featuring some of the absolute finest treasures of the Indianapolis music scene. Fronting this spectacular showcase are internationally acclaimed singers and instrumentalists Gordon Bonham (guitar) and Tad Robinson (harmonica), two powerhouse vocalists who bring unmatched soul and energy to the stage.

Backing these legendary frontmen is an elite rhythm and horn section comprised of Indy’s most in-demand musical masters. The stellar groove is locked down by world-renowned drummer Kenny Phelps (Dee Dee Bridgewater, Melvin Rhyne) alongside the brilliant Rob Dixon on saxophone (The Headhunters, Illinois Jacquet). Rounding out this formidable band are the incredible Kevin Anker on organ (Delbert McClinton, The Fabulous Thunderbirds) and the versatile Reggie Bishop on keys (Pharez Whitted).

Don't miss this rare opportunity to see a true collection of Indianapolis jazz and blues royalty sharing one stage for a night of pure musical magic.

Gordon Bonham has been an integral part of the Indiana blues scene for the last couple of decades. With experiences ranging from backing Chicago blues legends in Chicago as a guitarist, to establishing himself on the Austin, TX music scene, to touring Europe, to being the backbone and the heart and soul of the Indy blues scene by establishing his presence, either through his many recordings, his performances as a solo artists, or by backing blues legends Pinetop Perkins, Robert Lockwood, Jr., Matt “Guitar” Murphy, Jimmy Walker, Bo Diddley, and the transplant Indy blues giant Yank Rachell (a man whose legend runs back to the 1920’s, a man whose influence on blues and rock music simply cannot be understated), Gordon is the essence of 21st century Indianapolis blues. His records are a continuation of the deep Indianapolis music scene, which includes blues legends like Yank, Scrapper Blackwell, Leroy Carr, and Guitar Pete Franklin.

Ten-time Blues Music Award Nominee Tad Robinson is an American singer/songwriter, harmonica player, and bandleader known for his smooth, emotive voice and a deep-rooted feel for classic soul and blues. Based in North Carolina, Robinson first gained national attention in the early 2000s after he was signed by the legendary Chicago Blues label Delmark Records. He has since emerged as one of the genre’s top-shelf modern recording artists and performers. His band’s live shows brim with energetic, irresistible grooves, and passionate storytelling.

He tours widely in the U.S. and has played in over 20 countries worldwide with performances at many of the most important international blues festivals. On his eight albums as a leader, Robinson has recorded with a who’s who of the blues and soul scenes including Otis Clay, the Memphis Horns, Hi Rhythm Section, Robert Ward, Anson Funderburgh, Johnny Moeller, Kevin McKendree, Dave Specter, Alex Schultz, Kevin Anker, and many others.