February 2012

Friday, February 3:

Roots/Soul/Rock from Omaha, Nebraska

The Kris Lager Band - $5.00

Kris Lager Band is a Nebraska born group of musicians who have dedicated their lives to learning, living and loving all aspects of the American music tradition. KLB brings an electric, high energy show to each and every stage they happen to land on. With strong roots,
blues, rock, and Latin beats, combined with Cajun zydeco and gospel music, KLB has played 200 shows per year for the past 5 years. They are a Midwestern band that is on their way up, so caught them if you can!

Saturday, February 4:

Soul/R&B/Motown from Kansas City, Missouri

Platinum Express - $10.00

They are still chugging along after ringing in the New Year with us. I still have people talking about the workout they had on the dance floor that night and when I peeked in, everyone was doing the "Bus Stop!". How fun! So to keep the momentum going! We are having them back so the workout will start again. As always, Platinum Express is a great show with fun people and lots of laughs. Come early to get a good seat or just dance all night.

Friday, February 10:

Blues/Roots from Wichita, Kansas

Rachelle Coba Band - $5.00

Rachelle and band won Wichita's IBC this year and we will be following her in Memphis, wishing her luck along the way! Rachelle has mastered the finger-picking techniques of classical guitar. Earning a Bachelors of Music degree from Miami, she then chose to apply those techniques to electric guitar and began playing the blues. With her bluesy, sultry voice and unique approach to rhythm and blues, she has been
playing audiences for quite a few years and is ready to take it to Memphis and Uncle Bo's!

VALENTINE'S DAY PARTY AT UNCLE BO'S!

Saturday, February 11:

Blues/Rock from Texas

Smokin Joe Kubek and Bnois King   - $15.00

With over 20 years of entertainment and thousands of live shows, the duo's scorching blues and telepathic interplay has been thrilling fans all around the world.
A great combination, Kubek's powerful guitar gets down and dirty while the soulful vocals King delivers results in a show that hits the ground running. We are excited to have them back.

Make your Valentine's easy. Come for dinner and a show, and stay afterwards with the Valentine's Day package! Visit www.vacationtopeka.com for more information.

Friday, February 17:

Blues/Rock from Wichita, Kansas

Moreland and Arbuckle - $10.00

Guitarist Moreland and vocal/harp's Arbuckle capture the early spirit of the 20th century Delta blues, with powerful garage-rock fused into the 
mix. "Just a Dream" is their new cd release, which goes in many directions yet still maintains their own significant style. They have a unique sound and style you won't hear anywhere else, which keeps their audiences excited.  We are thrilled to have them back at Uncle Bo's.

Saturday, February 18:

Blues/Rockabilly/Roots from Memphis, Tennessee

Victor Wainwright & The WildRoots Band - $10.00

This band features power-house blues, Memphis soul and roots rock n' roll, high-octane boogie piano and big soul sounds with blues man Victor Wainwright, backed by one the tightest smokin' bands on the scene - the WildRoots. In short , they have scored another hit with their new cd "Lit Up." Can't wait to see them take the stage over at Uncle Bo's!

Friday, February 24:

Blues/Southern Rock from Nashville, Tennessee

Anthony Gomes - $10.00

"'Up to Zero' is the most honest representation of who I am," Anthony says. "When I started playing, all I wanted to do was dig deep and play the blues.  I wanted to capture that reckless blues power of my earlier catalogue on this recording.  I also have a love of melody that you can hear in soul and gospel music, and this CD has those elements as well."

Even on the songs that stray away from the traditional 12-bar blues format, you still can hear plenty of B.B. King or Buddy Guy. Anthony has been a favorite of Uncle Bo's for years. We hope you come by and hear his new music.

Saturday, February 25:

Blues/Rock/Roots from Nashville, Tennessee

Biscuit Miller and The Mix - $10.00

The "man with the smile", born on the south side of Chicago and raised by his Grandmother where he was given his childhood nickname, Biscuit - after always being in the kitchen and underfoot while she was trying to cook. Biscuit grew up with an appreciation for music, as gospel and soul were played in the home on a regular basis. He learned to play base and traveled with Anthony Gomes for years. That is where we first encountered Biscuit, so as they cross paths this weekend, we are wishing they could team up for just one more.  

We never have a dull moment when Biscuit and The Mix are in the house. They have been away too long and we are ready for their energy!

There's your update for February 2012. I'm working hard on shows for the rest of the year. Mark your calendar for an Early Show with Janiva Magness on March 28, Bart Walker on St. Patrick's Day
and Albert Castigilia is also headed our way, so stay tuned.