* Aint nothin but the blues Nov 13, 2008
Through the years he has shared the stage with blues legends such as James Cotton, Junior Wells and Otis Rush. Kikuta experienced an unforgettable moment in his career when King invited him to join him for a television special that aired in 2004 in the US.. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Blue In The Face Reunion Oct 3, 2008
Sunday, James Cotton comes to the FTC Stage One for a show with his band. Mr Super Harp seems to be getting stronger. (Middletown Press, CT)
Best bets: 'Dancing' time; 'Survivor' finds Eden Sep 22, 2008
It includes B.B. King, George Thorogood, James Cotton and John Nemeth. Even though Bishop plays the blues, hes known for keeping his music light and fun. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Keeping it Reel Sep 12, 2008
The Kramer-Montgomery Band, featuring Aerosmith drummer Joey Kramer and harmonica man James Montgomery, is headlining the show; other performers include Grammy-winning blues harpist James Cotton, guitarist Jay Geils, the Uptown Horns, and car magnate Ernie Boch Jr.'s band, Ernie and the Automatics. 21+ 7 p.m. $45, $125 (includes reception and an appearance by the performers), $200 (reception and backstage meet-and-greet). (Boston Globe)
Tek mum on divorce Aug 16, 2008
There'll be special guests at both shows, including guitarist J. Geils, harpist James Cotton, the Rolling Stones' Uptown Horns, and Ernie Boch Jr.'s band, the Automatics, with former Boston members Sib Hashian and Barry Goudreau. "It's basically blues," Kramer said. (Boston Globe)
Raitted No. 1 Aug 11, 2008
The throngs of people had been steadily growing all night as opening acts Garrett Mason, David Gogo, James Cotton and Hubert Sumlin belted out tune after blues-filled tune. By the time 11 p.m. rolled around the grounds of the Truro Raceway were alive with a sea of humanity. (Truro Daily News)
Still 100 percent Cotton Legendary blues harp player will blow HRPAC away Aug 7, 2008
THE SUPERHARP HIMSELF The James Cotton Band will bring the legendary harmonica player, who turned 73 last month, to Weehawken on Aug. 6 at 7 p.m. for one of HRPACs free summer concerts at Lincoln Harbor Park ... Most musicians might slow down after a long and impressive career, but at 73, Grammy Award winner James Cotton is still doing about 150 shows a year - and though his recent tours have taken him to Japan, Spain, Scotland, and Norway, Cotton will soon play in Weehawken ... The James... (West New York Reporter, NJ)
Fourth On The Brazos To Include Blues Music, H-E-B Fireworks Extravaganza Jul 3, 2008
8:20 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. James Cotton (Blues Hall of Famer, harmonica legend). 9:30 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. Patriotic Ceremony. (KWTX.com, TX)
The Smithereens to play free concertHRPAC series kicks off with renowned Jersey rockers Jun 22, 2008
" And... The Smithereens will play at 7 p.m. this Wednesday in Lincoln Harbor Park, and it is only one of the six free concerts this summer. See sidebar for the schedule. Other performers include: The Dizzy Gillespie All Stars, featuring world renowned Jazz musicians including Claudio Roditi, Cyrus Chestnut, and John Lee; The Grammy-award winning Spanish Harlem Orchestra, featuring director Oscar Hernandez; The James Cotton Blues Band featuring Grammy-winner "Superharp" Cotton; Tango on the... (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
The Chicago Blues Festival Jun 13, 2008
Johnny Winter and James Cotton, closing out Thursday night with a withering blues slide attack by a resurgent Winter and fierce harp from an aging but still potent Cotton. There was more, of course -- artists whose time has almost gone, and may not be around this way again, but also plenty of artists still in their prime. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
More of this story Jun 7, 2008
He s played with heroes likes James Cotton and hosted a blues-centric syndicated radio show. But until the past couple of years, this student of the blues had never visited Clarksdale, Miss. (Newport Daily News, RI)
Sean Costello May 14, 2008
He performed at shows headlined by BB King, Buddy Guy, James Cotton, Pinetop Perkins, Bo Diddley and many others. The ravaged intensity lately introduced into his music was no less evident on the album he released in February, We Can Get Together. (Guardian Unlimited -- World)
Finger-lickin' good: Blues Hall of Fame welcomes Hubert Sumlin May 4, 2008
Sumlin and a buddy, James Cotton, began playing in local clubs early in the evening, before the large crowds arrived. Sumlin and Cotton were underage, but their music was good. (The Clarion-Ledger)
"Simply The Blues' headliner dies Apr 19, 2008
DAILY DEMOCRAT - News. Weather in Fort Madison, IA. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Faith Calendar Apr 19, 2008
Deadline is noon Monday. PRAYER BREAKFAST: 8 a.m. today, Everfaithful Missionary Baptist; with Lottie Otto. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Rock and roll hall of Fame inducts Madonna and others Mar 15, 2008
A respectful Ben Harper inducted Little Walter, saying, "You can hear the instrument saying to its player in every note, 'Thank you, thank you for all you've done for me.' " Then he performed "My Babe" with James Cotton on harmonica. Early-1960s Ventures hits helped define the basic rock-band lineup of two guitars, bass and drums. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Iggy Pop Madonna tribute Mar 5, 2008
Other performances at the ceremony will include Damien Rice, in a tribute to Leonard Cohen, James Cotton for Little Walter and Patti LaBelle for Gamble and Huff. John Mellencamp, The Ventures and The Dave Clark Five will also play live on the evening. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Acts & Openings Jan 25, 2008
James Cotton, Willie K and the Maui Tribe Blues Band ... The Hawaii Rhythm and Blues Mele 2008 features one of Chicago s legendary bluesmen, James Cotton ... James Cotton has shared the stage with Sonny Boy Williamson and Muddy Waters. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Picks of the week Jan 18, 2008
Tonight and tomorrow night: Blues harmonica great James Cotton is at Scullers. Monday: The Music Workshop presents trumpeter Joe Moffett and drummer Croix Galipault mixing it up at the Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge, Hyde Park. (Boston Globe)
Odetta to anchor King breakfast and concert Jan 14, 2008
She has also recorded with such diverse artists as Joan Baez, Roger McGuinn, Nanci Griffith, James Cotton and Zaire's Kanda Bongo Man. Tickets for the breakfast cost $10; concert tickets are $10-$30. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
A shade of meaning beyond a mere 'yell' Nov 5, 2007
" Earliest use, sent in by Herschel Browne, was a blues number recorded in 1970 by Matt Murphy and James Cotton titled "You Got My Nose Open. " George Carlin, the comedic socio-political commentator and language maven whose monologues are as scrupulously fair-minded as determinedly foulmouthed, joined the Air Force at age 17 and recalls "a black fellow airman from Chicago was showing me a picture of his very pretty girlfriend and said, 'Man, she's really got my nose open. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
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Previous recipients of the "Sonny" are Robert Lockwood Jr. and Houston Stackhouse (posthumously) in the award's inaugural year of 2002, Sam Carr and Pinetop Perkins (2003), Cedell Davis and John Weston (2004), James Cotton and David "Honeyboy" Edwards (2005) and Michael Burks and Willie "Big Eyes" Smith (2006) ... Still a teenager, Sumlin began performing with a similarly young and talented harmonica player named James Cotton. (Helena Daily World, AR)
Added attraction Aug 24, 2007
His extensive credits include recording with Beck, blues harp dynamo James Cotton, actor-cum-singer Robert Downey Jr., and in 1970 John Lennon and Yoko Ono on their landmark Plastic Ono Band. Cline: I've had a lot of heavenly experiences. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Local Arts Preview ...Rockin Jake plays in Mount Shasta Aug 21, 2007
His sound is a hybrid of second line, swamp funk, blues and zydeco with influences from Paul Butterfield, Big Walter Horton, James Cotton, Muddy Waters, J. Geils Band, and the Fabulous Thunderbirds. Jakes schedule of more than 200 performances per year include clubs, concert venues and festivals, the release stated. (Yreka Siskiyou Daily News, CA)
Something to howl about: the Redwood City Blues Jam Aug 15, 2007
He played with Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf and James Cotton. Clay said he was impressed by the quality of the sound, the cleanliness of the club and the musicians. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Beachful of Blues Jul 6, 2007
He has performed or recorded with blues legends such as B.B. King, Buddy Guy, James Cotton, Jimmy Vaughan, John Mayall and the Fabulous Thunderbirds ... In 1999, Norcia was featured on the Grammy nominated "Super Harps" CD that also included James Cotton, Charlie Musselwhite and Billy Branch. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Today in History July 1 Jul 1, 2007
Bluesman James Cotton is 72. Actor David Prowse is 72. (MSNBC -- Race)
Carey Bell, 70; harmonica player for top bluesmen May 8, 2007
He received broad attention with Alligator Records's 1990 release "Harp Attack!" which featured Mr. Bell with such eminent harmonica players as James Cotton, Junior Wells, and Billy Branch. Mr. Bell's son Lurrie contributed the lead guitar parts. (Boston Globe)
Crowds flock to Rhythm and Ribs Apr 2, 2007
Hundreds gathered Saturday evening for the James Cotton concert ... "We wanted to bring in a big star, and James Cotton is a living legend in the blues world," said Oliver Jones, president of the St. Augustine Sunrise Rotary, the festival's sponsor. (The St. Augustine Record)
Big changes at four festivals Mar 23, 2007
In addition, $5 will be charged after 6 p.m. Saturday, March 31, during the James Cotton blues concert ... "We wanted to bring in a big star, and James Cotton is a living legend in the blues world," Oliver said ... $5 admission after 6 p.m. Saturday, March 31 for the James Cotton blues concert. (The St. Augustine Record)
Simply the Blues coordinator to bring visitors to FM - literally Mar 21, 2007
He also has played with Muddy Waters and James Cotton and inspired many guitar players, including Jimi Hendrix, Keith Richards and Stevie Ray Vaughn. Amtrak also is offering a 10 percent discount off of the lowest fare to Fort Madison between May 8 and 15. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Al Green & John Fogerty to Headline 10th Annual Doheny Blues Festival - May 19 & 20 Mar 14, 2007
Confirmed artists for The Backporch include Rory Block, Cephas & Wiggins and James Cotton ... MORE INFO Box Office: (949) 360-7800 Website: Saturday, May 19 The Reverend Al Green Susan Tedeschi The Fabulous Thunderbirds The Lowrider Band Rory Block Roy Rogers & The Delta Rhythm Kings Jo' Buddy -- from Finland The Oreo Divas Tricia Freeman Band Sunday, May 20 John Fogerty Robert Randolph & The Family Band The Blind Boys of Alabama Rod Piazza & The Mighty Flyers with very special guest James... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Paul Oscher doesn't stop with just the harmonica Jan 10, 2007
Question: You came into Muddy Waters' band following Little Walter, Junior Wells, James Cotton and other greats. That must have terrifying. (Fresno Bee)
Steady rollin' to success Jan 7, 2007
Most of the members began their interest in blues from childhood, listening to legends such as Paul Butterfield, Little Walter, James Cotton, Rod Piazza, Willie Dixon, Son Seals and Freddie King. Each have their own stomping grounds, Iowa, Kansas City and central Missouri, but all share the same passion - playing blues. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
