Blues jam brings cool grooves and hot licks to Simms Park on Sunday, July 20

Get ready for an evening of powerhouse performances as some of the Comox Valley’s top blues musicians take the stage at Simms Summer Concerts on Sunday, July 20, at 7 p.m.

Hosted by Daryl Duus and the Gentlemen of Leisure, the blues jam will feature a rotating lineup of 10 guest artists, backed by the Gentlemen of Leisure rhythm section. This showcase of local blues talent will serve up a mix of smooth, soulful and gritty tunes — a treat for fans of both cool blues and hot licks.

Audience members are invited to “look the part” and wear their best blues hat. A prize will be awarded at the end of the night for the most bonafide blues look.

The concert will run until approximately 8:30 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the music in the riverside setting of Simms Millennium Park, located by the 5^th Street Bridge and across from Lewis Park.

The free Simms Summer Concerts continue most Sundays at 7 p.m. through July and August. Upcoming performances include Time Well Wasted on July 27, Stealing Dan on August 10, Shotgun Kelly on August 17 and the Doobie Brothers Experience on August 24, which will also feature a food bank drive.

For more information, call the Courtenay Recreation Lewis Centre at 250-338-5371 or visit the Simms Summer Concerts page.

Simms Summer Concerts is presented by the City of Courtenay and sponsored by the Comox Valley Record and Jet 98.9 FM – Jet Nation. This concert is also supported by Long & McQuade Music.

Contact

Ryan Coltura
Assistant Manager of Recreation Facility Operations
250-338-5371
rcoltura@courtenay.ca