Zoe Schwarz' Blue Commotion

"Schwarz’s stage presence and vocal delivery is commanding . . . She’s a lady born to sing the blues." - Blues In Britain “A great band. Terrific musicians all four of them.” - Paul Jones, BBC Radio 2 “Unique vocals, accomplished guitar, a classic performance, and a fresh approach to 'the blues'." – Blues in Britain, Old Bush Blues Festival "Schwarz’s stage presence and vocal delivery is commanding . . . She’s a lady born to sing the blues." - Blues In Britain. “Phenomenal singer, compelling arrangements, complex guitar work, and stunning musicianship from the band. Blue Commotion offers a striking contemporary slant to the blues.” - Bournemouth Echo "Powerful singing and a stylish performer, great guitar work, phenomenal Hammond . . . a great set.” - Blues Matters. Zoë Schwarz Blue Commotion refreshes the blues genre with eclectic arrangements, virtuosic playing, and vocal prowess. With an exciting live set based around rootsy original songs, strong, catchy riffs, and exciting grooves, they mix old-school tradition with contemporary flare and sophistication. Complementing vocalist Zoë's unique, dynamic, yearning, commanding vocal delivery and her interpretive ability is guitarist Rob Koral, who can come up with catchy, vibrant riffs and musical arrangements that stretch the term 'blues' and keep it moving forward, to make it relevant for today. There is no rigid musical template; the only stipulation is that it feels good, tastes good, and sounds good! Aided by the highly accomplished rhythm section of Pete Whittaker (Wonderstuff, John Ethridge, Filthy Six) and Paul Robinson (Van Morrison, Paul McCartney, Mose Allison, Jan Hammer, Natalie Cole, Dianne Reeves, Liz Wright, Patti Austin), they push the music in unpredictable and exciting directions. Zoë Schwarz Blue Commotion has made a considerable impact this last decade, adding a fresh approach and vibrancy to the UK Blues scene, receiving many awards and nominations, including finalists in the UK Blues Awards with Female Vocalist, Band, and Album of the Year, several times