It’s not just Carnival and Dixieland Jazz, although there are reminders of both everywhere you turn. In New Orleans there are bands on the street, in the park, and in so many clubs. Bars seem to be everywhere. Mardi Gras is perhaps the most important time of the year, and there are boutiques selling nothing but masks. But a kind of masquerade or pose is everywhere, and it’s … [Read more...]
A Roamancing New Year!
Wishing you, our wonderful community, a year filled with ... Moments of Utter Delight Interesting Perspectives Good Music [youtube a4sRgcB818k] Tasty Eats Smiling Faces Dancing [youtube 8yXBYl9nKY0] New Friends … [Read more...]
Room With A View In Miami
The last time I was in Miami, it was to embark on a short cruise to visit a friend who was working on a ship as a dancer. This time, the visit was also with a friend, but to help her out with an event. Totally different experience! Last time, I only had one short afternoon to walk around South Beach. This time, I stayed right on it. Last time, I was sharing a miniature … [Read more...]
Mouthwatering Memphis: Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken
Seems all I can do since I've been back from Memphis is think about food (and the Blues), which is probably why I posted on Leftover Casserole Cravings earlier this evening. Loved the food in Memphis, so much so that I am amazed that I seem more toned since the trip and not 50 lbs heavier. Guessing thats thanks to the beauty of the Blues and all the dancing I did to it. … [Read more...]
Jesse Roper Roamancing the IBC Great Canadian Polar Bear Blues Showcase
Love the road trip and love our tunes from the road! So why not make the pilgrimage to the heart of rock n' roll in Memphis, Tennessee to acquire a bit more road tripping music? That is just what we did, in the nick of time to catch the International Blues Challenge and a whole tonne of great blues. Amazing the talent out there, but didn't really expect to discover so much … [Read more...]