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| Bobby “Blue” Bland Headlines Blues At The Coliseum |
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 The Chittlin Circuit would like to welcome to our growing team Brinda Fuller Willis. Ms. Willis is also a Contributing Writer for the Jackson Advocate. You will be reading alot more from Ms. Willis in the coming months.Bobby “Blue” Bland Headlines Blues At The Coliseum A nearly capacity crowd filled the Mississippi Coliseum Friday night December 29, 2006 to hear legends of the blues sing songs that cause them to remember the pain of unrequited love and good times that make the memories of youth so sweet. The legendary Bobby “Blue” Bland, with his growling voice garnered the respect due a pioneer of the blues as the crowd rose to their feet to pay tribute to the last of a dying breed. It was as if the crowd felt a sense of urgency when Bland took the stage to show him their love for his contributions to a genre of music that many profess to sing but few can deliver. The recent death of James Brown, the Godfather of Soul, seemed to make the appearance of Bland on stage seem almost iconic. The crowd knew they’re seeing a true bluesman that put that haunting melody into the cultural rituals, ceremonies, and hearts of African Americans from the South and eventually the world. The knowledgeable crowd sang along with Bland as he sang all of his signatures songs such as “Members Only,” “Stormy Monday,” “Where Do I Go From Hear,” and “19 Rooms To Many.” The lineup for the “Lil Will” production started on time and moved with a swiftness that was appreciated by the thousands of fans who sat in uncomfortable seats to hear the music that tells the story of the people who live and breath the blues. The record crowd arrived early picking up merchandise and souvenirs of bluesman Bobby Rush and Southern Soul crooner Sir Charles Jones. Lenny Williams opened the show creating an instant sing-along with his signature “I Love You,” and “So Very Hard To Go” songs. A thankful and gracious Sir Charles Jones served up the romantic sultry sounds such as “Just Like Fire” that always brings a rush of ladies to the stage. R & B singer Reggie “P” was the special guest of Sir Charles. Hometown favorite and the internationally acclaimed Bobby Rush provided his fans with a “Night Fishin” demonstration and of course his dancers gave the crowd a little Las Vegas style dance show. Rush a 73 year-old blues and funk man kept it real while singing, dancing, and playing his harmonica with the energy and zeal that rivals many of today’s younger entertainers. As usual Shirley Brown brought down the house with her naughty “Too Much Candy” and “Sleep With One Eye Open.” The evening concluded with the consummate showman, Mel Waiters singing “Got My Whiskey” and “Pop It Baby.” The Jackson Advocate appreciates the efforts and supporters of the Blues Lovers in Jackson for making this holiday show successful……Thanks. |
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