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JOE JOHNSON AND THE BLUEBACKS
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Joe Johnson and the Bluebacks band has been helping to keep the blues alive in the Midwest since 2007. Some things just need to stay the same, and that's what we've been doing with our lineup of musicians. Our music however, is ever changing while we add new and creative songs all the time. Keep an eye out for the next one!

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JOE JOHNSON AND THE BLUEBACKS: THE STORY

Joe Johnson and the Bluebacks, a renowned West Michigan Blues Band, is made up of a talented team of creative musicians who have been performing together since 2007. We play a show of music and stage presence. Original music mixed with some of the great Chicago blues cover songs make up an exciting night of music with this band!

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Upcoming Events

  • May 08, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Otsego, 119 E Allegan St, Otsego, MI 49078, USA
    Joe will be hosting the open blues jam at Liquid Note, so bring your guitar, harmonica, bass, singing voice, glockenspiel... whatever you've got!! And come on down. Open blues jam, 7 - 10pm Liquid Note - Southwest Michigan's premier live entertainment venue!
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  • May 24, 2024, 9:30 PM – May 25, 2024, 12:00 AM
    Grand Haven, 20 N 1st St, Grand Haven, MI 49417, USA
    Come down to the Grand Haven VFW for Ribfest 2024! Open to the public - outdoor event. Blues and ribs baby! You don't want to miss this one!
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  • Jun 16, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Delton, 8650 Mullen Rd, Delton, MI 49046, USA
    Buttermilk Jamboree is a three day festival of music and arts that takes place at the beautiful Circle Pines Center in Delton, MI. A truly family-friendly festival, the Buttermilk Jamboree features overnight camping, dozens of local and regional performers and SO much more! JJ Band 1-2pm on Sunday
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  • Jun 22, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Otsego, 119 E Allegan St, Otsego, MI 49078, USA
    Liquid Note - Southwest Michigan's premier live entertainment venue! June 22nd, 8-11pm
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  • Jun 25, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    City of Rockford - Garden Park Stage, Garden Park Stage - White Pine Trail State Park, Rockford, MI 49341
    The Rogue River Blues Series is a FREE summer blues and "after the blues" concert series that takes place in Rockford, MI. The sets start each Tuesday at 7 pm and end at 9 pm. So bring a blanket, chairs, snacks and a cooler...and we'll see you there!
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  • Jul 13, 2024, 12:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Otsego, 119 E Allegan St, Otsego, MI 49078, USA
    You will not want to miss this! More details to come Blues Festival at Liquid Note, Otsego, MI - Southwest Michigan's premier live entertainment venue!
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  • Jul 13, 2024, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    3 Gatos Brewery, 1760 44th St SW #8, Wyoming, MI 49519, USA
    3-5pm 3 Gatos Brewery - Great beers, great food, and a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for all!
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  • Jul 20, 2024, 9:00 PM – Jul 21, 2024, 1:00 AM
    Saugatuck, 141 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI 49453, USA
    Sand Bar Saloon downtown Saugatuck welcomes back Joe Johnson & the Bluebacks! One of our favorite venues to play in West Michigan! Always a great time - come on down!
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  • Jul 24, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Holland, 13 W 7th St, Holland, MI 49423, USA
    Come on down to Big Lake Brewing! Joe & Scott playing acoustic outside on the patio! Great food and the best beers in town! 6-9pm
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  • Jul 27, 2024, 12:00 AM – 12:10 AM
    Grand Rapids, 1437 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506, USA
    Double feature with Kat and the Bluetones! more details to come Billy's Lounge - The best bar in Eastown. A live entertainment lounge located in the heart of Eastown, Grand Rapids, MI. Offering live music, dancing, modern and classic cocktails.
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  • Jul 30, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Zeeland, 100 W Lawrence Ave, Zeeland, MI 49464, USA
    Enjoy Tuesday evenings in July with Zeeland's free outdoor concert series - Soundz of Summer at Lawrence Street Park! Bring blankets and chairs to sit on! Music starts at 6:30pm
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  • Aug 03, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Grand Haven, 20 N 1st St, Grand Haven, MI 49417, USA
    Outdoor event - open to the public! Come on down!!!
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  • Aug 12, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Caledonia, 9309 Dobber Wenger Memorial Dr, Caledonia, MI 49316, USA
    Join us for an evening of live music at the amphitheater in Caledonia Community Green Park as we open for King Solomon Hicks! JJBB @ 6pm King Solomon Hicks @ 7pm *BYO lawn chairs and blankets. Food trucks on site!
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  • Aug 17, 2024, 7:00 PM
    Township of Branch, 7980 E Washington Rd, Branch Township, MI 49402, USA
    Thunder in the Creek!! Disabled Veterans 18th Annual Benefit!!
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  • Aug 24, 2024, 12:00 AM – 12:05 AM
    Holland, 10820 Paw Paw Dr, Holland, MI 49424, USA
    Holland American Legion! Come on down!! Open to the public!!
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  • Sep 04, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Holland, 13 W 7th St, Holland, MI 49423, USA
    Come on down to Big Lake Brewing! Joe & Scott playing acoustic outside on the patio! Great food and the best beers in town! 6-9pm
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  • Sep 14, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Grand Rapids, 822 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
    Chicago Beef Joint is doing cool things in Grand Rapids! They have incredible food - and best of all they have live blues! Real musicians playing real instruments. So come on down Saturday night 6-9pm!
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  • Sep 21, 2024, 9:00 PM – Sep 22, 2024, 1:00 AM
    Saugatuck, 141 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI 49453, USA
    Sand Bar Saloon downtown Saugatuck welcomes back Joe Johnson & the Bluebacks! One of our favorite venues to play in West Michigan! Always a great time - come on down!
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