Trio’s captivating performance leaves audience in awe at prestigious event in Birmingham, Alabama
(YourDigitalWall Editorial):- Los Angeles, California Apr 19, 2024 (Issuewire.com) – Stevie Hawkins & The Blues Messiahs, acclaimed for their energetic sound and exhilarating live show, delivered a remarkable set of music at the prestigious International Blues Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on April 14, 2024, in Birmingham, Alabama. The band’s fusion of blues, rock, and soul left an undeniable lasting impression on spectators.
“The sound, music, and energy of Stevie Hawkins & The Blues Messiahs are incredible,” remarked a representative for the International Blues Hall of Fame. The representative continued, “Peers and dignitaries in attendance at the induction ceremony were profoundly touched and astounded by what they saw and heard.”
At the prestigious event, band leader Stevie Hawkins was officially inducted as a “Legendary Blues Artist,” while the extraordinary music presentation at the grand event showcased the band’s innate prowess and passion for the blues genre. Stevie Hawkins’ exceptional vocal artistry and percussive skills, combined with the intricate and artistically expressive instrumentation by guitarist and vocalist Tommy Cox and bassist and vocalist Steve Carr, crafted a spellbinding experience for their audience.
“We are honored to have had the opportunity to perform at the International Blues Hall of Fame induction ceremony,” said Stevie Hawkins. He further added, “It was a truly unforgettable experience for Tommy, Steve, and myself, and we are appreciative of the acknowledgment and encouragement from the blues community.”
Based in Knoxville, Tennessee, the band members Hawkins, Cox, and Carr have shared concert stages or recorded with an array of music legends, including Johnny Winter, Albert King, John Lee Hooker, James Cotton, Eric Gales, Chick Willis, Leon Russell, Bob Margolin, Ruthie Foster, Chuck Berry, Percy Sledge, Marshall Tucker Band, Charlie Daniels Band, and Gregg Allman.
Stevie Hawkins & The Blues Messiahs challenge the conventional boundaries of blues music, injecting their distinct style and vitality into each performance. Their participation at the International Blues Hall of Fame induction ceremony further solidifies their standing as an essential ensemble in the realm of music.
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About Stevie Hawkins & The Blues Messiahs:
Stevie Hawkins, a renowned blues artist, brings his unique style and sound to the big stage. He is a GRAMMY recipient and a 2024 Blues Hall of Fame “Legendary Blues Artist” Inductee. Hawkins is a bluesman whose raw passion, soulful gravelly voice, rock-solid drumming, and electrifying stage presence command attention.
Blues guitar virtuoso, Tommy Cox, astounds listeners as he unleashes a cloudburst of passion that leaves them breathless. With a rich background in blues music, Cox does not just play the guitar; he uses his instrument to channel intense musical emotions and transforms it into a conduit of pure musical ecstasy and boundless creative fire.
With Steve Carr, the blues bass guitar legend and powerhouse groove guru (PGG), the band’s sound is unstoppable. His stage presence exudes cool confidence, as his fingers command the fretboard. Carr wields a magnetic rhythm force that glues the band together and gets people moving. Together, this power trio generates enough electricity to light up any audience in the world. The chemistry between these blues masters creates a dynamic live show that will leave you breathless and yearning for more after the final notes fade.
