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Dec 10, 2008 | press |
Roy Rogers Digs In to Gibson ES-137
Legendary Slide Guitarist Roy Rogers digging on the Gibson ES-137 during a break from recording his new album at Studio D in Sausalito, Calif., on Monday, Dec, 1. Roy loved adding the Memphis guitar to his sound for the new project.

Roy's last CD was with Ray Manzarek of the Doors. He has recorded with John Lee Hooker, Keith Richards and Bonnie Raitt to name a few and USA Today says, "Pundits who bemoan the scarcity of guitar gods haven't laid ears on Roy Rogers, whose slide riffs could peel a crawfish."

Photo Credit: Pat Johnson
Nov 6, 2008 | press |
Roy Rogers the latest, greatest slide guitarist
“Everybody is looking for something that rings true to them,” said Rogers, who performs with Perkins on Nov. 14 at the Crystal Bay Casino. “In my case, I couldn’t get enough of Elmore James and Muddy Waters. (Howlin’) Wolf, too. His early stuff had that slide.”
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Nov 4, 2008 | news |
November 2008 Update

"Roy Rogers is somewhat of a rarity in contemporary blues; he's not only a monstrous guitar player, but is also possessed of a distinctive singing voice. In addition, he differentiates himself from the Chicago-style ... by concentrating primarily on Delta-influenced slide guitar. By no means simply a revivalist, however, he's managed to take the best of Son House and create a unique style that is much more than the sum of its influences"  ~   All Music Guide 

From time to time, we like to look back at the past reviews and quotes.  The above quote was written by the "All Music Guide" for the release of 'Slide Zone' - now available again, in the 'Best of Two' compilation released last year.  These recordings were off the market for some time, and it's is a rare treat -as in the early 90's to record with the great Allen Toussaint from New Orleans, and banjo great Bela Fleck - was somewhat of a rarity.  Their visibility was nothing like it is today.  Back then, Roy heard the quality and future of such collaborations. If you don't have a copy - we hope you'll go to the Music Store on the site and order one for your collection.

This fall & winter Roy is focusing on a new recording - and is in writing mode.  The band is back from it's Northwest swing up in Port Townsend and Whidby Island and gearing up for some limited performances in late fall.  Only three more times to see Roy Rogers & the band that remain this year. On November 14th at Crystal Bay Casino (with Pine Top Perkins), the Saturday after Thanksgiving, November 29th at 142 Throckmorten in Mill Valley, California - and New Year's Eve in Grass Valley, Ca. at The Center for The Performing Arts.  Hope to see you at these shows and have a great Thanksgiving!

Sep 18, 2008 | news |
Fall Update

On October 3rd  don't forget to go see Roy and Norton at the Freight & Salvage in Berkeley. Norton's been on the road all summer with The Steve Miller Band, and Roy's been touring with The Delta Rhythm Kings - so this is a rare treat to see them together.  See details on the site or venue websites.

On October 4th -  Roy will be sitting in with the Peter Welker Big Band, a benefit for the Carosel Fund at the Petaluma Community Center.  This will be a great one - and you can be sure Roy will have a blast playing with a large orchestra type of setting.

Just in - the festival in Halifax festival has been canceled this week -end.

Financial woes to be sure!  So sorry! 

More highlights this fall and early winter includetwo special benefits at the end of September, a run up to the Pacific Northwest at the end of October (23rd Whidbey Island, 24th & 25th at The Upstage in Port Townsend)  -  Nov. 14th at Crystal Bay Casino with Pinetop Perkins (A Blues 'Ball') , and a Thanksgiving week-end show on November 29th at the lovely 142 Throckmorton Theater in Mill Valley; also a New Year's Eve Show at the Center for The Performing Arts in Grass Valley, California. 

Thanks so much for supporting live music!  We feel very lucky to have all of  you as our supporters, continue to spread the word to your friends and family (it really helps!) and know that the 'Roy Man' is movin' and a shakin' it down! 

All the best,  Gaynell Rogers

Sep 5, 2008 | press |
Roy Rogers & Phil Aaberg Headline Blues & Brews Festival
Bay Area bluesman Roy Rogers joins with longtime musical ally Philip Aaberg once again for the 13th annual Blues and Brews fundraiser tonight. The 49th Street Blues Project opens the show.
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Rogers last appeared at Blues and Brews with pianist Aaberg in 2000 with a rhythm section assembled by Aaberg. This time around, Rogers brings his touring band, the Delta Rhythm Kings: Steve Ehrmann on bass and Billy Lee Lewis on drums and percussion.

"When you use your own players ... you have a whole different subtlety and dynamic that come out through the music," Rogers explained in a phone interview. "It gives you the opportunity to take it to higher ground."
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Aug 15, 2008 | press |
The Sultan of Slide
It’s rare that The Entertainer spills over on to the Opinion page. Rarer still when it involves a debate about a musician’s identity, or whether he’s even still alive.

That’s just what happened last week, when a reader wrote in to ask if the Box Office listing for Roy Rogers’ upcoming performance wasn’t some kind of typo. Hadn’t the singing cowboy been dead for a number of years now?

My response was simple: That I would gladly pay money to see the original Roy Rogers raised from the dead. Either fortunately or unfortunately, depending on how macabre you are, that wasn’t what the Box Office listing was referring to.

No, slide guitar master Roy Rogers, who’s a mere 58 years of age, is actually the one playing at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 17, at Tyee Wine Cellars south of Corvallis. And though Rogers lives in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California, the Internet delivered our Opinion page conversation to his door, prompting his own response, as well as responses from several of his local fans.
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Aug 1, 2008 | news |
Hello - WOW It's August!?#!!

in Three Forks, Montana - Rockin' at The Rivers (8/8), up in Grant's Pass, Oregon at the Rouge Theater (8/16), a new venue in Corvallis - The Tyee Wine Cellars (8/17 among other dates (check the show date page!.)  On 8/21 it's back at the Copia Center in Napa, Ca. in the middle of the beautiful wine country.  Also this month a wonderful benefit for our new place of residence - The Nevada City Land Trust - great organization (8/23), and The Long Beach Blues Festival (30th) and Eurekas' Blues By The Bay on the 31st.  Please come up and say hello - and pass the word on to your friends.  Our fans are our best street team to spread the word for your favorite slide guitarist.  And, as always, thanks!
All the best,  Gaynell

Jul 10, 2008 | press |
Interview of Roy Rogers in Blueswax
"You've got to listen to what moves you. Listen to a wide range of music." - Roy Rogers

Roy Rogers grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area where he started playing guitar at age twelve and was exposed to a wealth of musical styles, most notably Blues, which became his passion. Since his first recording in 1976 he has become one of the finest practitioners and innovators of modern slide guitar.

In the 27 years he's been playing professionally, Rogers has been nominated eight times for Grammy awards and three times for the prestigious Blues Music Awards.
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Jun 17, 2008 | news |
Happy Summer!
The summer is off to a great start with special events, festivals and such going really well. Had a great time at Coloma Blues Live! where Roy had Curtis Salgado sit in on a tune or two. It was smokin'!! The band is now leaving for a tour of Norway where they will eat lots of salmon, drink with the locals and try to make their cell phones work in the fjords. :) Also, Jessica Rogers is the roadie! (Her graduation present - get to work girl!) So see you all in July and thanks as always for supporting live music.
May 28, 2008 | news |
Festival Season off to A Stunning Start!
It was great to see a lot of old friends this past Memorial week-end at the new Yoshi's in San Francisco (wow what a club!!) and at the Sonoma Jazz Festival. Thanks for coming out!! Two amazing shows to be sure. The show at Yoshi's was just astonishing - the band just kicked it in to gear full boar and it was big fun. At Sonoma Jazz Bonnie Raitt had Roy sit in as a special Guest. They performed "Walkin' Blues" acoustically (amazing!!), 'G'Nawin On It" a song they wrote for her release 'Silver Lining' - with her band, and "Never Make Your Move Too Soon" for the encore. All I can say is that it was pure unadulterated magic. Bonnie is singing and playing better than ever before - she is so stunning, solid and impressive - and Roy just made it a "combustible combo baby!!" - adding his stellar tasty slide to hers. Such great fun and damned inspiring. Next show should be a great one as well at Coloma Blues Live on June 7th where Roy and The Delta Rhythm Kings are sharing the bill with Los Lobos, Tommy Castro and others. This is a great intimate festival nestled in the Sierra Gold Country in the Lotus Park area on the American River. Come on down! Thanks once again for supporting live music. Yours from The Slide Zone, Gaynell Rogers

 

Friday Jan 9, 2009
Seattle, WA
The Triple Door

January 9th and 10th

Roy Rogers & Ray Manzarek

Saturday Jan 10, 2009
Seattle, WA
The Triple Door

January 9th and 10th

Ray Manzarek & Roy Rogers

Friday Jan 16, 2009
Oakland, California, CA
Yoshi's Oakland

Roy Rogers & The Delta Rhyhtm Kings

Saturday Jan 17, 2009
Santa Cruz, CA
Moe's Alley

Roy Rogers & The Delta Rhyhtm Kings

 

Thursday Feb 5, 2009
Las Vegas, Nevada, NV
Boulder Station Casino

Roy Rogers & DRK

Friday Feb 6, 2009
Las Vegas, Nevada, NV
Texas Station Casino

Roy Rogers & DRK

Saturday Feb 7, 2009
Bakersfield, CA
Doubletree Hotel with World Records

Roy Rogers & The Delta Rhyhtm Kings

Saturday Feb 21, 2009
Petaluma, CA
The Mystic Theater

Roy Rogers & Norton Buffalo

with Country Joe McDonald Opening

Friday Mar 6, 2009
Tuolumne, CA
Black Oak Casino

Roy Rogers & DRK

Saturday Mar 28, 2009
Sebastopol, CA
Hopmonk Tavern

Roy Rogers & The Delta Rhyhtm Kings

Friday Apr 24, 2009
New Orleans, LA
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival

Roy Rogers & The Delta Rhythm Kings New CD Release!

Gaynell & Roy's 25th Anniversary Week-end! (Whoo Hoo!)

Set time to be determined.  We'll post as soon as we know!!

Saturday Jul 4, 2009
Ontaria, Canada
Thunder Bay Blues Festival

Roy Rogers & The Delta Rhyhtm Kings

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