One of the most inspiring artists I’ve been fortunate enough to know is Mississippi painter, and longtime supporter of the Blues, Michael Maness. Over a decade and a half ago, Michael had just painted BB King when he happened upon an article about The Blues Foundation needing donations. He drove to Memphis, double parked in front of their office,

One of the most inspiring artists I’ve been fortunate enough to know is Mississippi painter, and longtime supporter of the Blues, Michael Maness. Over a decade and a half ago, Michael had just painted BB King when he happened upon an article about The Blues Foundation needing donations. He drove to Memphis, double parked in front of their office, and delivered 100 BB King lithographs. 100% of the profits went to the Blues Foundation. He‘s been donating to and painting for the Blues Foundation ever since. Michael was the official artist for the Blues Music Awards in 2006 and recipient of the Keeping the Blues Alive Award in 2010.

Not only is Michael’s vibrant and energetic work inspiring, so is his generosity and perseverance. Over the span of 20 years, he has donated over $6 million to 150 charities worldwide. For 16 of those years, he battled lymphoma, bone cancer and underwent various medical procedures. All this, while caring for his mom, who herself suffered multiple strokes and a heart attack.

In the fall of 2018, I received a phone call from Jerry Williams, Paul Revere and the Raider’s manager. He told me Michael had painted my portrait and wanted me to stop by to sign it. I was truly honored and blown away by his painting. I’d never had someone paint me with so much color and energy. Jaki, the kids and I had the opportunity to meet Michael and his Mom for dinner a couple times following our original meet up. He insisted on two things, that we order whatever we want and that he pick up the check. We truly enjoyed our time with both of them. He has lived so much life in his short time on this earth and we had the opportunity to learn about a small portion of it over those meals. What resonated most with me was his love and devotion to his Mom and his genuine concern and regard towards all mankind. His generosity continues, as he has allowed me to print t-shirts of his painting. To learn more about Michael Maness and see his work, visit http://www.artbympm.com.

John Németh was probably the only kid in Boise who grew up in the 1980s listening to Chicago blues… In the three decades since, Németh has transformed himself from a fan to a modern soul-blues purveyor of the highest order, receiving five Blues Music Award nominations in 2012 and two in 2013, including the B.B. King Entertainer of the Year award.

John Németh was probably the only kid in Boise who grew up in the 1980s listening to Chicago blues… In the three decades since, Németh has transformed himself from a fan to a modern soul-blues purveyor of the highest order, receiving five Blues Music Award nominations in 2012 and two in 2013, including the B.B. King Entertainer of the Year award. It’s a journey that took him to San Francisco, then Oakland, California, followed by a relocation to the birthplace of blues, soul and rock-and-roll, Memphis. He landed in the perfect place: Electraphonic Studio, home of producer and musician Scott Bomar, who composed the film scores for “Hustle & Flow” and “Black Snake Moan” and produced Cyndi Lauper’s “Memphis Blues.” Support by the Bo-Keys, Bomar’s group of veteran Memphis performers who made their names backing the likes of Al Green, O.V. Wright, Rufus Thomas and the Bar-Kays, Németh quickly laid down thirteen tracks that as he describes it, “Live in the style like I live in the style.” That style is a deeply forged amalgamation of scorching harmonica-driven blues and sweet blue-eyed soul ala The Box Tops or Roy Head, delivered via two fistfuls of originals and a trio of carefully chosen covers. “Memphis Grease,” the long-awaited follow up to 2010’s “Name The Day!”, embodies everything that sets Németh apart from the soul-blues revivalist pack: it’s innovative and unique while epitomizing the absolute best of the genre.

1. Three Times A Fool
2. Sooner Or Later
3. Her Good Lovin’
4. Stop
5. If It Ain’t Broke
6. I Can’t Help Myself
7. Crying
8. My Baby’s Gone
9. Testify My Love
10. Bad Luck Is My Name
11. Keep The Love A Comin’
12. Elbows On The Wheel

John Németh was probably the only kid in Boise who grew up in the 1980s listening to Chicago blues… In the three decades since, Németh has transformed himself from a fan to a modern soul-blues purveyor of the highest order, receiving five Blues Music Award nominations in 2012 and two in 2013, including the B.B. King Entertainer of the Year award.

John Németh was probably the only kid in Boise who grew up in the 1980s listening to Chicago blues… In the three decades since, Németh has transformed himself from a fan to a modern soul-blues purveyor of the highest order, receiving five Blues Music Award nominations in 2012 and two in 2013, including the B.B. King Entertainer of the Year award. It’s a journey that took him to San Francisco, then Oakland, California, followed by a relocation to the birthplace of blues, soul and rock-and-roll, Memphis. He landed in the perfect place: Electraphonic Studio, home of producer and musician Scott Bomar, who composed the film scores for “Hustle & Flow” and “Black Snake Moan” and produced Cyndi Lauper’s “Memphis Blues.” Support by the Bo-Keys, Bomar’s group of veteran Memphis performers who made their names backing the likes of Al Green, O.V. Wright, Rufus Thomas and the Bar-Kays, Németh quickly laid down thirteen tracks that as he describes it, “Live in the style like I live in the style.” That style is a deeply forged amalgamation of scorching harmonica-driven blues and sweet blue-eyed soul ala The Box Tops or Roy Head, delivered via two fistfuls of originals and a trio of carefully chosen covers. “Memphis Grease,” the long-awaited follow up to 2010’s “Name The Day!”, embodies everything that sets Németh apart from the soul-blues revivalist pack: it’s innovative and unique while epitomizing the absolute best of the genre.

1. Three Times A Fool
2. Sooner Or Later
3. Her Good Lovin’
4. Stop
5. If It Ain’t Broke
6. I Can’t Help Myself
7. Crying
8. My Baby’s Gone
9. Testify My Love
10. Bad Luck Is My Name
11. Keep The Love A Comin’
12. Elbows On The Wheel

John Németh had already established himself among the very top ranks of blues musicians and modern soul singers when he decided to break the mold with his new record, FEELIN’ FREAKY. Drawing from his strong influences in blues and R&B, as well as contemporary sounds in hip hop and rock & roll, Németh fearlessly crushes all barriers of style

John Németh had already established himself among the very top ranks of blues musicians and modern soul singers when he decided to break the mold with his new record, FEELIN’ FREAKY. Drawing from his strong influences in blues and R&B, as well as contemporary sounds in hip hop and rock & roll, Németh fearlessly crushes all barriers of style and genre with an album of original songs that defies all the usual pigeonholes. John’s songs are groove and melody-driven, laced with thoughtful lyrics and nuanced humor, and cover themes from social issues of gun violence and class values to the pure hedonistic joy of dancing, sexuality and marijuana. For this album John brought his new songs to his great touring band, the Blue Dreamers – Danny Banks on drums, Matthew Wilson on bass and guitar, and Johnny Rhodes on guitar – so they could hone the groove and finish building the album as a group. Under the simpatico guidance of Grammy-nominated producer Luther Dickinson (North Mississippi Allstars), FEELIN’ FREAKY emerges as a modern personal masterpiece.

1. Under The Gun
2. S.T.O.N.E.D
3. Feelin’ Freaky
4. Rainy Day
5. You Really Do Want That Woman
6. My Sweet Love
7. Gave Up On You
8. Get Offa Dat Butt
9. I’m Funkin’ Out
10. Kool Aid Pickle
11. Long Black Cadillac

John Németh had already established himself among the very top ranks of blues musicians and modern soul singers when he decided to break the mold with his new record, FEELIN’ FREAKY. Drawing from his strong influences in blues and R&B, as well as contemporary sounds in hip hop and rock & roll, Németh fearlessly crushes all barriers of style

John Németh had already established himself among the very top ranks of blues musicians and modern soul singers when he decided to break the mold with his new record, FEELIN’ FREAKY. Drawing from his strong influences in blues and R&B, as well as contemporary sounds in hip hop and rock & roll, Németh fearlessly crushes all barriers of style and genre with an album of original songs that defies all the usual pigeonholes. John’s songs are groove and melody-driven, laced with thoughtful lyrics and nuanced humor, and cover themes from social issues of gun violence and class values to the pure hedonistic joy of dancing, sexuality and marijuana. For this album John brought his new songs to his great touring band, the Blue Dreamers – Danny Banks on drums, Matthew Wilson on bass and guitar, and Johnny Rhodes on guitar – so they could hone the groove and finish building the album as a group. Under the simpatico guidance of Grammy-nominated producer Luther Dickinson (North Mississippi Allstars), FEELIN’ FREAKY emerges as a modern personal masterpiece.

1. Under The Gun
2. S.T.O.N.E.D
3. Feelin’ Freaky
4. Rainy Day
5. You Really Do Want That Woman
6. My Sweet Love
7. Gave Up On You
8. Get Offa Dat Butt
9. I’m Funkin’ Out
10. Kool Aid Pickle
11. Long Black Cadillac

Y’all have been asking for a live CD for years now and I am excited to announce the release of not one, but two live albums for a total of 25 songs! “Blues Live” and “Soul Live” were recorded at shows in San Francisco, San Jose and Point Arena, CA, in March of 2012. Both CDs were recorded with the highest quality in sound technology to date. The

Y’all have been asking for a live CD for years now and I am excited to announce the release of not one, but two live albums for a total of 25 songs! “Blues Live” and “Soul Live” were recorded at shows in San Francisco, San Jose and Point Arena, CA, in March of 2012. Both CDs were recorded with the highest quality in sound technology to date. The energy of the stage shows and the audience participation is that of a classic live album. The performances are impressive and feature my touring band of AC Myles (Guitar), Tommy Folen (Bass), former drummer Nick Fishman, as well as former band mates and creative cohorts Kid Andersen and Bob Welsh on Guitar. Special guest John Lee Sanders joined us on Keyboards as well. I am so proud of this project, I just can’t stop listening to it—which is huge for me because I am a tough critic of my own material! I know you’ll love it too!

1. Every Night ’bout This Time
2. Country Boy
3. Ain’t Too Old
4. She Belongs To Me
5. Blues In My Heart
6. Just Like You
7. You Know
8. Daughter Of The Devil
9. Love Gone Crazy
10. You’re An Angel
11. Stop Breaking Down
12. Mother In Law

Y’all have been asking for a live CD for years now and I am excited to announce the release of not one, but two live albums for a total of 25 songs! “Blues Live” and “Soul Live” were recorded at shows in San Francisco, San Jose and Point Arena, CA, in March of 2012. Both CDs were recorded with the highest quality in sound technology to date. The

Y’all have been asking for a live CD for years now and I am excited to announce the release of not one, but two live albums for a total of 25 songs! “Blues Live” and “Soul Live” were recorded at shows in San Francisco, San Jose and Point Arena, CA, in March of 2012. Both CDs were recorded with the highest quality in sound technology to date. The energy of the stage shows and the audience participation is that of a classic live album. The performances are impressive and feature my touring band of AC Myles (Guitar), Tommy Folen (Bass), former drummer Nick Fishman, as well as former band mates and creative cohorts Kid Andersen and Bob Welsh on Guitar. Special guest John Lee Sanders joined us on Keyboards as well. I am so proud of this project, I just can’t stop listening to it—which is huge for me because I am a tough critic of my own material! I know you’ll love it too!

1. Blue Broadway
2. Love Me Tonight
3. Do You Really Want That Woman
4. Said Too Much
5. Funky Feelin’
6. Magic Touch
7. Fuel For Your Fire
8. Too Good To Be True
9. Name The Day
10. Home In Your Heart
11. My Future
12. She’s Looking Good

Vinyl is back! Blind Pig Records has released a 45rpm record from R&B singing sensation John Németh, who continues to reinvigorate vintage American rhythm & blues.

The “A” side of the record is “Name The Day,” a rousing old school soul mover, backed with “Why Not Me,” a gospel-tinged, spine-tingling ballad. The analog recordings from this

Vinyl is back! Blind Pig Records has released a 45rpm record from R&B singing sensation John Németh, who continues to reinvigorate vintage American rhythm & blues.

The “A” side of the record is “Name The Day,” a rousing old school soul mover, backed with “Why Not Me,” a gospel-tinged, spine-tingling ballad. The analog recordings from this limited edition pressing feature jukebox mixes of two outstanding tunes.

Winner of 2008 Blues Blast Music Award “Best New Artist Debut Recording”

“Magic Touch” was recorded at famed engineer Stewart Sullivan’s studio and features Anson Funderburgh, Junior Watson, The Rockets and The Texas Horns.

1. Blues Hit Big Town
2. Blue Broadway
3. Magic Touch
4. My Future
5. She’s Looking Good
6. She Did Not Show
7. You’re An Angel
8. Sit & Cry The

Winner of 2008 Blues Blast Music Award “Best New Artist Debut Recording”

“Magic Touch” was recorded at famed engineer Stewart Sullivan’s studio and features Anson Funderburgh, Junior Watson, The Rockets and The Texas Horns.

1. Blues Hit Big Town
2. Blue Broadway
3. Magic Touch
4. My Future
5. She’s Looking Good
6. She Did Not Show
7. You’re An Angel
8. Sit & Cry The Blues
9. You Were Wrong
10. Let Me Hold You
11. Up To No Good
12. Come On

The Love Light Orchestra celebrates the Memphis big band blues style found on the 1950’s & 60’s singles of Bobby “Blue” Bland, B.B. King and Herman ”Junior” Parker. The band of seasoned Memphis musicians derives their name from Band’s 1961 hit “Turn On Your Love Light.” Their sound is completed with the soulful voice of bluesman John Nemeth.

In

The Love Light Orchestra celebrates the Memphis big band blues style found on the 1950’s & 60’s singles of Bobby “Blue” Bland, B.B. King and Herman ”Junior” Parker. The band of seasoned Memphis musicians derives their name from Band’s 1961 hit “Turn On Your Love Light.” Their sound is completed with the soulful voice of bluesman John Nemeth.

In addition to dipping into the catalogs of Buddy Ace, Freddie King, and Percy Mayfield, the band demonstrates their deftness with uptown blues via the solid originals “Singing For My Supper, “Lonesome and High,” and the Ray Charles-inspired opener “See Why I Love You.” Casual fans of Memphis music might only recognize their cover of Al Green’s iconic “Love and Happiness,” but it’s reset here as a shuffle, building upon riffs that horn player, Marc Franklin, says were inspired by Charles Mingus’ “Fables of Faubus.”

The Love Light Orchestra’s overall sound, says Franklin, was inspired by Joe Scott whose work Franklin discovered after he was hired to play with Bland in the early ‘90s. “The first time I heard his work it sounded like Ellington, but more downhome, with extended harmonics that you don’t necessarily hear on blues or soul records. It’s a jazz thing, throwing extra notes into the chords—at Stax they didn’t do 6th chords.”

1. See Why I Love You (Live)
2. Bad Breaks (Live)
3. I’ve Been Wrong So Long (Live)
4. It’s Your Voodoo Working (Live)
5. Sometimes (Live)
6. What About Love (Live)
7. Poverty (Live)
8. Lonesome and High (Live)
9. Singin’ for My Supper (Live)
10. This Little Love of Mine (Live)
11. Please Send Me Someone to Love (Live)
12. Love and Happiness (Live)

The Love Light Orchestra celebrates the Memphis big band blues style found on the 1950’s & 60’s singles of Bobby “Blue” Bland, B.B. King and Herman ”Junior” Parker. The band of seasoned Memphis musicians derives their name from Band’s 1961 hit “Turn On Your Love Light.” Their sound is completed with the soulful voice of bluesman John Nemeth.

In

The Love Light Orchestra celebrates the Memphis big band blues style found on the 1950’s & 60’s singles of Bobby “Blue” Bland, B.B. King and Herman ”Junior” Parker. The band of seasoned Memphis musicians derives their name from Band’s 1961 hit “Turn On Your Love Light.” Their sound is completed with the soulful voice of bluesman John Nemeth.

In addition to dipping into the catalogs of Buddy Ace, Freddie King, and Percy Mayfield, the band demonstrates their deftness with uptown blues via the solid originals “Singing For My Supper, “Lonesome and High,” and the Ray Charles-inspired opener “See Why I Love You.” Casual fans of Memphis music might only recognize their cover of Al Green’s iconic “Love and Happiness,” but it’s reset here as a shuffle, building upon riffs that horn player, Marc Franklin, says were inspired by Charles Mingus’ “Fables of Faubus.”

The Love Light Orchestra’s overall sound, says Franklin, was inspired by Joe Scott whose work Franklin discovered after he was hired to play with Bland in the early ‘90s. “The first time I heard his work it sounded like Ellington, but more downhome, with extended harmonics that you don’t necessarily hear on blues or soul records. It’s a jazz thing, throwing extra notes into the chords—at Stax they didn’t do 6th chords.”

1. See Why I Love You (Live)
2. Bad Breaks (Live)
3. I’ve Been Wrong So Long (Live)
4. It’s Your Voodoo Working (Live)
5. Sometimes (Live)
6. What About Love (Live)
7. Poverty (Live)
8. Lonesome and High (Live)
9. Singin’ for My Supper (Live)
10. This Little Love of Mine (Live)
11. Please Send Me Someone to Love (Live)
12. Love and Happiness (Live)

John Nemeth has crafted another timeless slice of American music. Drawing on the classic blues, soul, and R&B influences that inform his stunning vocal style, John lays down a set of tunes that wouldn't sound a bit out of place in the golden years of Memphis or Muscle Shoals. His spine-tingling vocals, with echoes of the toughness of James

John Nemeth has crafted another timeless slice of American music. Drawing on the classic blues, soul, and R&B influences that inform his stunning vocal style, John lays down a set of tunes that wouldn't sound a bit out of place in the golden years of Memphis or Muscle Shoals. His spine-tingling vocals, with echoes of the toughness of James Brown and the tenderness of Solomon Burke, infuse the album with a funky, soulful feeling. And the hard-hitting, edgy R&B sound from his earlier award-winning releases is still there, but with an expanded tonal palate and a heightened craftsmanship.

11"H x 17"W Lithograph

One of the most inspiring artists I’ve been fortunate enough to know is Mississippi painter, and longtime supporter of the Blues, Michael Maness. Over a decade and a half ago, Michael had just painted BB King when he happened upon an article about The Blues Foundation needing donations. He drove to Memphis, double parked in

11"H x 17"W Lithograph

One of the most inspiring artists I’ve been fortunate enough to know is Mississippi painter, and longtime supporter of the Blues, Michael Maness. Over a decade and a half ago, Michael had just painted BB King when he happened upon an article about The Blues Foundation needing donations. He drove to Memphis, double parked in front of their office, and delivered 100 BB King lithographs. 100% of the profits went to the Blues Foundation. He‘s been donating to and painting for the Blues Foundation ever since. Michael was the official artist for the Blues Music Awards in 2006 and recipient of the Keeping the Blues Alive Award in 2010.

Not only is Michael’s vibrant and energetic work inspiring, so is his generosity and perseverance. Over the span of 20 years, he has donated over $6 million to 150 charities worldwide. For 16 of those years, he battled lymphoma, bone cancer and underwent various medical procedures. All this, while caring for his mom, who herself suffered multiple strokes and a heart attack.

In the fall of 2018, I received a phone call from Jerry Williams, Paul Revere and the Raider’s manager. He told me Michael had painted my portrait and wanted me to stop by to sign it. I was truly honored and blown away by his painting. I’d never had someone paint me with so much color and energy. Jaki, the kids and I had the opportunity to meet Michael and his Mom for dinner a couple times following our original meet up. He insisted on two things, that we order whatever we want and that he pick up the check. We truly enjoyed our time with both of them. He has lived so much life in his short time on this earth and we had the opportunity to learn about a small portion of it over those meals. What resonated most with me was his love and devotion to his Mom and his genuine concern and regard towards all mankind. His generosity continues, as he has allowed me to print t-shirts of his painting. To learn more about Michael Maness and see his work, visit http://www.artbympm.com.

Stronger Than Strong, the forthcoming twelve track album produced by Németh and recorded at Electraphonic Recording in Memphis, features ten original compositions. According to Németh, “I am excited to be working with Nola Blue. The band and I had a ball cutting this record. I love the thrill of cutting live to a tape machine like all my favorite

Stronger Than Strong, the forthcoming twelve track album produced by Németh and recorded at Electraphonic Recording in Memphis, features ten original compositions. According to Németh, “I am excited to be working with Nola Blue. The band and I had a ball cutting this record. I love the thrill of cutting live to a tape machine like all my favorite classic records. This young band is truly inspiring and have the experience to back me up. I felt the need to cut loose after rising from a crippling injury and struggling to stay positive through these trying times. My fans have been so good to me, it’s really unbelievable. I’m so grateful to share this record with the world right now. Enjoy!”

Stronger Than Strong, the forthcoming twelve track album produced by Németh and recorded at Electraphonic Recording in Memphis, features ten original compositions. According to Németh, “I am excited to be working with Nola Blue. The band and I had a ball cutting this record. I love the thrill of cutting live to a tape machine like all my favorite

Stronger Than Strong, the forthcoming twelve track album produced by Németh and recorded at Electraphonic Recording in Memphis, features ten original compositions. According to Németh, “I am excited to be working with Nola Blue. The band and I had a ball cutting this record. I love the thrill of cutting live to a tape machine like all my favorite classic records. This young band is truly inspiring and have the experience to back me up. I felt the need to cut loose after rising from a crippling injury and struggling to stay positive through these trying times. My fans have been so good to me, it’s really unbelievable. I’m so grateful to share this record with the world right now. Enjoy!”

Stronger Than Strong, the forthcoming twelve track album produced by Németh and recorded at Electraphonic Recording in Memphis, features ten original compositions. According to Németh, “I am excited to be working with Nola Blue. The band and I had a ball cutting this record. I love the thrill of cutting live to a tape machine like all my favorite

Stronger Than Strong, the forthcoming twelve track album produced by Németh and recorded at Electraphonic Recording in Memphis, features ten original compositions. According to Németh, “I am excited to be working with Nola Blue. The band and I had a ball cutting this record. I love the thrill of cutting live to a tape machine like all my favorite classic records. This young band is truly inspiring and have the experience to back me up. I felt the need to cut loose after rising from a crippling injury and struggling to stay positive through these trying times. My fans have been so good to me, it’s really unbelievable. I’m so grateful to share this record with the world right now. Enjoy!”