Big Al and the Heavyweights
Big Al & the Heavyweights
The Blue Note Grill
709 Washington St
Durham, NC 27701
Aug 9, 2024
9:15 PM EDT
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$15 GA
"Gumbo Heads should be ready to party another quarter century with these guys....Get ready to boogie!" - Blues Stalker
— Suncoast Blues Society website
Big Al and the Heavyweights originally formed in 1996 as the Unknown Blues Band, with founding members Al Lauro, Warren Haynes (Allman Brothers Band and Gov't Mule), and pianist Rick Gergen (Sweethearts of the Rodeo). Of course, Warren is no longer in the band but Big Al has formed a solid array of musicians that features guitarist-vocalist extraordinaire Marcel Anton, Dennis "the menace" Cedeno from Brooklyn NY, and harp player, vocalist from Detroit Dangerous Dale Robinson
The latest recording "Love One Another" (Vizztone Label Group) includes special musical guests Luther Dickinson of the North MS Allstars and former Heavyweight and harmonica virtuoso, Jason Ricci.
"Love One Another" was recorded at famed Suite Mix Studios in Slidell, LA with George Curreau Jr engineering and producing who is noted for Funky Meters guitarist Brian Stoltz's numerous recording projects. The album charted at # 19 on the Living Blues Charts and #15 on The North American College & Community Radio Chart and # 8 on the Roots Music Blues Chart .
Big Al and the Heavyweights' live performances are family-oriented, energetic, and most of all fun. This is a show you don't want to miss!
Deadline for buying tickets online is 5pm the day of the show.
After 5pm, please purchase all tickets at the door.
NOTE: We do not take reservations, all seating is first come first served. We recommend arriving 1 hour before show time with your party to avoid a wait. Due to staffing issues waits and food times may be longer than usual. Thank you for your patience.
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Bj
August 24th 2024
Always great to talk with Al! The Heavyweights are always tight and right! First time to the Bokeh Lounge. Nice place!
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The Blue Note Grill is one of the Triangle's (Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill) premier live-music venues, complete with a full-service BBQ and Ribs restaurant and bar. The ...
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From Cajun to Zydeco, Blues to Rock, and everything in between, Big Al & the Heavyweights offer a musical gumbo sure to please all! Formed in 1996 as the Unknown Blues Band , with founding members Big Al Lauro, Warren Haynes ( Allman Bros, Gov't Mule), and Rick Gergen ( Sweethearts of the Rodeo), the band has been featured at festivals and venues throughout the US since.
The latest album, Love One Another( Vizztone Label Group) is the band's 8th CD release, and includes several guest artists, such as famed North Mississippi Allstar guitarist Luther Dickinson, and former Heavyweight and harmonica virtuoso, Jason Ricci.
"World Full of Trouble" was recorded at famed Suite Mix Studios in Slidell, LA noted for Funky Meters guitarist Brian Stoltz's numerous recording projects. The Cd charted at # 10 on the Living Blues Charts and was frequently played on XMs Bluesville.
Big Al and the Heavyweights' live performances are family oriented, energetic and most of all fun.
Read MoreFrom Cajun to Zydeco, Blues to Rock, and everything in between, Big Al & the Heavyweights offer a musical gumbo sure to please all! Formed in 1996 as the Unknown Blues Band , with founding members Big Al Lauro, Warren Haynes ( Allman Bros, Gov't Mule), and Rick Gergen ( Sweethearts of the Rodeo), the band has been featured at festivals and venues throughout the US since.
The latest album, Love One Another( Vizztone Label Group) is the band's 8th CD release, and includes several guest artists, such as famed North Mississippi Allstar guitarist Luther Dickinson, and former Heavyweight and harmonica virtuoso, Jason Ricci.
"World Full of Trouble" was recorded at famed Suite Mix Studios in Slidell, LA noted for Funky Meters guitarist Brian Stoltz's numerous recording projects. The Cd charted at # 10 on the Living Blues Charts and was frequently played on XMs Bluesville.
Big Al and the Heavyweights' live performances are family oriented, energetic and most of all fun.
Blues
Spicy Cajun Boogie & Louisiana Blues
Americana
Roots
Adult Contemporary
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