Singer/Songwriter, Mudbone, was born Gary Cooper on November 24, 1953 in Washington, D.C. (USA). Mudbone grew up in Baltimore, Maryland, approximately 50 miles from the nation’s capital. Muddy started singing publicly at the tender age of 3. He graduated from Baltimore City College, after which he joined legendary bassist and funk legend, Bootsy Collins, of the renowned JB’s (James Brown).
Together, they formed what became known as "Bootsy’s Rubber Band" in 1974. Bootsy and Muddy later collaborated with funk legend George Clinton and his P-Funk Allstars (Parliament/Funkadelic). Together, the trio co-wrote many classic songs including "I’d Rather Be With You" which has been covered by a wide range of artists including: Dr. Dre/NWA, Snoop Dogg, UK’s Suga Babes and most recently by Beyoncé Knowles.
The trios songs are still being sampled today by a variety of writer/perfomers, making them one of the most sampled (groups) in music history, second only to James Brown. Mudbone’s distinct voice and style of James Brown. Mudbone’s distinct voice and style of singing became a signature in Bootsy’s Rubber Band and George Clinton’s P-Funk hits throughout the 70's & 80’s. Muddy has collaborated with a wide range of artists including: Herbie Hancock, Prince, Keith Richards, Afrika Bambatta, Mtume, Roy Ayers, the Ramones and Bill Laswell to name a few. He has worked on albums, singles, television and film including "Pet Semetary" for Stephen King and the animated TV series "Funky Cops" for French television.
In 1994, Muddy performed on backing vocals with the P-Funk Allstars at the Grammy Awards ceremony. This performance was in support of the Red Hot Chili Peppers who were nominated that year.
In 1997, Mudbone appeared at the Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio, for the induction of P-Funk who performed with living legends - Al Green, Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Jerry Lee Lewis and "the Boss" - Bruce Springsteen.
During a chance meeting with Eurythmics founder Dave Stewart at the 2002 Cannes Film Festival, Mudbone was invited by Mr. Stewart to record a solo album which was produced and co-written by Stewart. Dave also lent his legendary guitar riffs to the album. This Mudbone/Stewart collaboration bore the album entitled "Fresh Mud". The album is a hybrid collection of genres including: R&B, Rap, Hip Hop, Rock and Soul songs. The album also features the debut of "Nadz", a Jamaican MC and rap artist, along with some other "Univerzal Playaz" including Dutch saxophonist - Candy Dulfer.
In 2004, Mubone was invited to write and sing a song called "Darkness of Your Love" for the soundtrack to the film "Alfie" which was produced by Dave Stewart and Mick Jagger (Rolling Stones). The soundtrack became a critical success and won a Golden Globe Award for Stewart and Jagger for their single "Old Habits Die Hard" earlier this year.
"Fresh Mud" will be released in 2006, however, tracks will be available from I-Tunes and other digital services very shortly. Until then, check out some of the tracks by clicking the link.
http://www.mud-bone.com
Bill Eaton of The Eaton Street Blues Band with his 1929 Epiphone in tow. Although The ESBB does eletric BLUES, Bill does enjoy old time music also.
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The Brian McGee Band plays traditional and contemporary roots music influenced by, the tunes and stories that have come out of the soil of North Carolina, and by the urban beat of rock and roll. Brian McGee writes songs that have been dusted by the weird old american songbag. With the help of David Hughes(slide guitar & banjo), Darin Gentry(fiddle) and Mary Dellea(bass) the band has taken Brian's originals to a place somewhat familiar, but new and up to date. The band also plays fiddle tunes of NC & WV, piedmont blues, gospel, ballads, and waltzes. 
Brother 2 Brother follows in the footsteps of great Texas Bluesmen such as T-Bone Walker, Albert Collins, and Stevie Ray Vaughan. In addition to their faithful Rock, Blues, and R&B covers, their new original CD entitled "Lookin' for Texas" is a part of the evolution of Texas Blues, incorporating a wide variety of influences from the world of Rock, Country, Jazz, and Blues. Their new CD is getting quite a bit of airplay in their home base of Houston, Texas on KPFT 90.1 FM and they were the cover story of the Sept issue of "North of the Border" entertainment guide with CD review. Also, the CD has received glowing reviews in "Music News" and "The Scene", two more Houston area mags. On Oct. 9, 2005, they were interviewed on KPFT 90.1 FM, Houston, by Mr. V on his program "Blues on the Move". B2B is also getting airplay on Blues Programs in Canada, Argentina, Belgium, and on the #1 internet radio program in France "Midnight Special Blues Radio". 
:CRASHLANDING: is a Bay Area Rock and Blues band that is gathering momentum and a loyal fan base. Watch out for their next shows in a venue near you. The band, is a power trio that incorperates special guests throughout their set. Their guests range from percusionists to harmonica players. The trio consists of the traditional guitar, bass and drum kit. The Bassist (ALEXANDER ZELNICK) is also the lead Vocalist. The Guitar player (ELIJAH RICE) has a deep and rich history with the blues he also does back up vocals. The kit Drummer at the moment is ( JEFF RJEFSKI) he has choosen mentors such as Buddy Rich to enrich his energetic layers and textures. Keep your ears out for :CRASHLANDING:
Frankie Sorci and Friends Playing on the Steps of the California State Capitol Building 
4-piece blues outfit, injected with a healthy dose of soul, R 'n B and rock influences. Known for its feel-good music, tastefully spiced with a little humor and a lot of fun -- their live performances are audience-interactive shows with Gov leaving the stage to dance with the audience, playing guitar with his teeth, and bringing audience members up on stage to dance and sing back-up.
IRENE GOODNIGHT IS A ROCKING HEAD MUSIC SINGER SONGWRITER
Michael Thomas Cash showed up in the Washington DC metro area in 1984 and began making the rounds of the open mics playing covers. He quickly became popular and after hanging out at Gallagher’s Pub and becoming inspired by the likes of Mary Chapin Carpenter and John Jennings, he honed his vocal and guitar playing skills until he developed the chops to get hired around town for solo, duo, and trio gigs. Slowly he began to write and perform his own songs. After a family tragedy he hooked up with Ricky Wilkins, co-owner of The Hungry Dog Café. Michael again had a venue to hang out at and hone his skills. Soon, Ricky and others encouraged him to make a CD resulting in the debut “Dancing My Name”.
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Secret Black Society is a band of many influences and styles. We mix funk, blues, rock and hip-hop and twist it together with Dixie soul
The Beautiful Girls are at the forefront of the new roots and groove music movement. Both live and on record they manage to blend their affection for hip hop and reggae with their love of real blues and roots. The band brings a mellow and foxy feel to everything they touch. They rap to a resolectric, rocksteady with an acoustic and they do melody like nobody else. Each of their recordings thus far has gotten strong radio support and new album 'Learn Yourself' is no exception ... it represents not just a step but a leap in their journey. 
