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Thursday, 24 February 2011 |
 Boston was the home of the Tea Party and Revere’s epic ride. It was
the flash point of the Colonists’ revolt. So, perhaps it is only irony
that a group of blues musicians would have united in this place to spark
their own musical coup? It was in July of 2003 - in the shadow of Bunker
Hill – where B Street Blues ignited a true Boston blues revolution.
In less than a decade, B Street Blues have evolved into a finely-tuned
and hard-driving, blues machine. Along the way, band members Norm
Tiedemann, Dave Schaefer and Chris Chesna have earned accolades as one
of the premiere blues bands in Boston. With an intermingling of classic
and modern blues, they unleash a unique blend of roots, blues, jazz and
rock music. Their live performances contain progressive vocals and
potent lead guitar – all wrapped in powerful percussion. The result is a
rare eclectic energy.
Elements of a “live performance” atmosphere exist within each of B
Street Blues recording projects. Their debut album, B Street Blues Live,
received many optimistic reviews. The Blues Critic described the album
as, “Steady power blues on three originals and three covers.” Adam
Gamble, from Glocester England’s CamFM 106.7, called the tracks, “Very
well produced, and the musicianship sublime.”
In December of 2010, B Street Blues began a new journey with the release
of Car Won’t Go. In the project, theyworked with a diverse team of many
first-class musicians. The outcome was a ten-track collection of blues
music. The album featured the session work of Allman Brothers’ guitarist
Jack Pearson, legendary saxophone player Richie Cole and blues harmonica
master James Montgomery. However, it is the multiplicity of musical
talents within the core members of the band that generate their
revolutionary sound. Although the band often invites additional
musicians to perform, tour or record - Tiedemann, Schaefer and Chesna
are the nucleus of B Street Blues.
Norm Tiedemann “Norm T” – Vocals, Guitar
“Norm T” is fueled by a pure adoration of music that has stretched over
four decades. The “T” could stand for tenacity – evidentin his constant
desire to evolve as a musician. As a young child, his songwriting skills
and musical ear already were apparent. He began to pick out tunes on the
family’s piano. By the age of fourteen, Norm had already been a lead
singer in a band. While still in his early teens, he began playing
guitar. Influenced by greats such as Eric Clapton, BB King, and Stevie
Ray Vaughan, Norm has developed an exceptional command of lead guitar
over the years. His robust vocals are dynamic and filled with sentiment
and passion. Tiedemann can wrap around the surplus of styles in the
band’s original catalog – yet also tap into interpretations of blues
legends on live covers. “It’s the years of exposure to all types of
music, life events and flashes of inspiration that I believe I offer to
the band,” says Tiedemann.
Dave Schaefer – Drums/Vocals
A native of Cincinnati, Ohio, Dave joined the band in 2005. He was a
musical product of a non-musical family. “Even the radio was absent in
our house,” Schaefer explains. Nevertheless, Dave’s interest in drums
and percussion seemed innate. It all began at the age of five when he
was captivated by the bass drums of a marching band. Since the age of
thirteen, Schaefer has either performed, or taught percussion. His prior
band experience includes opening for groups such as The Ohio Players and
Bo Donaldson. Schaefer has also toured with well known acts such as
Gloria Gaynor and Edwin Starr. Graduating Cum Laude from the renowned
Berklee College of Music, Dave earned a degree in music composition in
1980. “I bring a creative spontaneity to the band – I love going in new
directions,” says Schaefer. A musical scholar, Dave is B Street Blues’
“Professor of Percussion.” However, he also lends his pen to the band’s
compositions as a well-developed and very talented songwriter.
Chris "Chez" Chesna – Bass
Chris "Chez" Chesna joined B Street Blues in 2006. His journey into
music began at age seven when he picked up his first guitar. He is a
self-taught saxophone player. However, he became a serious bass player
as a teen. Chris studied bass at the University of Lowell under
professor Marc Henry. In 2009, he graduated at the top of his class from
Berklee’s Jazz Bass Performance Program. His wide array of musical
influences embodies everything from Van Halen to Beethoven and BB King.
He has had the opportunity to perform or record with the likes of Chuck
Berry’s band members, Count Basie’s Orchestra and Iggy Pop. Chesna owns
Middlesex Music, where he is an instructor of bass, guitar, and
saxophone. Chris has become a regular on the music scene around Boston.
It is the creative diversity among Chris, Dave and Norm that yield the
distinctive style of B Street Blues. “We’ve all adopted each other as
brothers,” offers Schaefer. He continues, “We’re family. We can yell and
scream and throw things at each other ... however, we are still there at
the end.” Akin to a three-piece Fife and Drum core, Tiedemann, Chesna
and Schaefer march forward as true musical revolutionists. “Norm T” sums
it up, “Each one of us brings a mastership of their instrument. When
combined this forms a whole greater than the sum of the individual
parts.” That statement is so true for any revolution. What makes B
Street Blues special? Each band member contributes their own artistic
nuances to form a powder-keg of blues fusion. Already working on their
third album, they have plenty of “aural ammunition” yet to come in their
Boston Blues revolution.
For more information, please visit:
www.bstreetblues.com
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Press Release:
B Street Blues - Car Won't Go (2011)
Roots, Blues, Jazz and Rock Collide on B-Street
B Street Blues: A finely-tuned, fuel-injected, “Blues Muse Machine.”
BOSTON, MA (02/20/11) – If you could use your GPS to find a place where
roots, blues, jazz and rock music collides – it would point you towards
B Street in Boston ... B Street Blues that is. This power-packed band
continues to accelerate in their latest release - Car Won’t Go. With ten
tracks firing on ten cylinders, their hard-driving blues provides a
finely-tuned, fuel-injected, “Blues Muse Machine.”
B Street Blues consists of lead vocalist/guitarist Norm Tiedemann, Dave
Schaefer on drums and vocals, and Chris "Chez" Chesna on bass. However,
Car Won’t Go was definitely a team effort that stretches well beyond the
band’s members to many other musical professionals. Tiedemann explains,
“Everyone brought with them the mastership of their instrument – the
whole greater than the sum of its parts.” These artists are a true
“carload” of talent. They include Allman Brothers’ guitarist Jack
Pearson, legendary saxophone player Richie Cole, blues harmonica master
James Montgomery and guitarist Linwood Taylor. The album also features
Tiedemann’s son - guitar player Norm Tiedemann II, as well as the
pianist Pete Previte and guitar gurus Pete Early and Rich Forziati.
Car Won’t Go might be the title, but don’t be fooled – it not only goes
- it gets great mileage with a high-octane blend of classical and modern
blues. A finalist in the 2005 Boston Blues Challenge, B Street Blues is
known for their vivacious live performances, and cutting-edge vocals.
That tradition continues in the album which reflects the emotion,
feeling and unique sound of the original compositions Tiedemann, Chesna
and Schaefer offer. “We’re a perfect meld of traditional roots blues and
hints of jazz and classic rock flavors,” says Chesna.
The first track on Car Won’t Go is “Big Blue Blues” – a composition that
shows off every aspect of B Street Blues’ trunk full of talent. With
highly-charged vocals, wailing guitar riffs, and Jack Pearson’s amazing
work on the Hammond B3 organ, it is an anthem that primes the engine.
“Live Bait” hooks the listener with its ZZ Top-ish guitar and addictive
southern roots style. A laid-back acoustic piece, “Set a Spell” paints a
perfect retro soundscape of a hot, lazy Louisiana day with the amazing
harmonica work of James Montgomery. Other notable tracks are the
instrumental and jazzy “Spinner.” Even subtle hints of Clapton can be
heard in the classic blues ballad “Honesty.” Car Won’t Go has ten tracks
that encompass a little bit of everything for every blues fan. The key
to this car’s ignition is the team effort of professional musical
masters. Turn on your GPS, and take Car Won’t Go for a spin – you’ll
love the hard-driving blues of this “Blues Muse Machine.”
CONTACT:
Nicole Tiedemann
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| Location: Nashua, NH, USA |
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