“Folk-roots gumbo… a languid Mississippi Delta groove, seasoned with smooth, weathered vocals and a propulsive harmonica wheeze.” Jim Withers, Montreal Gazette
Acclaimed raconteur Ray Bonneville strips his bluesy Americana down to its essentials and steeps it in the humid grooves of the South, creating a compelling poetry of hard living and deep feeling. Whether performing solo or fronting a band, playing electric or acoustic guitar, Bonneville allows space between notes that adds potency to every chord, lick, and lyric. Rich guitar and harmonica lines resonate over spare but driving rhythms, while Bonneville’s deep, evocative voice consoles us for life’s harsh realities. ...
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“Folk-roots gumbo… a languid Mississippi Delta groove, seasoned with smooth, weathered vocals and a propulsive harmonica wheeze.” Jim Withers, Montreal Gazette
Acclaimed raconteur Ray Bonneville strips his bluesy Americana down to its essentials and steeps it in the humid grooves of the South, creating a compelling poetry of hard living and deep feeling. Whether performing solo or fronting a band, playing electric or acoustic guitar, Bonneville allows space between notes that adds potency to every chord, lick, and lyric. Rich guitar and harmonica lines resonate over spare but driving rhythms, while Bonneville’s deep, evocative voice consoles us for life’s harsh realities.
Bonneville recorded his first album, On the Main, in 1992. He's since earned many accolades, including a Juno Award for his 1999 album, "Gust of Wind." His post-Katrina ode, "I Am the Big Easy," earned the International Folk Alliance's 2009 Song of the Year Award, and in 2012, he won the solo/duet category in the Blues Foundation's International Blues Challenge. Bonneville released his ninth studio album, "At King Electric," in 2018. His credits include collaborations with Mary Gauthier, Eliza Gilkyson, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Tim O'Brien, Phil Roy and Gurf Morlix.
https://raybonneville.com
https://youtu.be/Xu9EkMpMbM4
Doors open at 7:30 PM. Music begins at 8:00 PM. There will be two 45-60 minute sets with a short intermission.
FAQs:
-Can I reserve a seat? Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis; we do not generally reserve seats unless special accommodations are required. Please contact us at [email protected] if you need assistance with seating.
-Are children allowed? Yes, we are an all-ages venue. It's up to the parents to decide if the content is appropriate for their children.
-Are you ADA accessible? Yes, there is an elevator to the second floor, and the bathrooms are accessible. Please contact us ahead of time if you need seating accommodations.
-What's your refund policy? Please contact us before the day of the show; in most cases, we will be able to provide a refund of the ticket price (fees are non-refundable).
-Where can I park? Plan to arrive early to find the best parking; you should be able to find a space within four blocks of The Palms. You can either park on the street or in a nearby lot; all public parking in Winters is free.
Photo/Video/Recording Policy
Our policy is no photos or unauthorized video or audio recording during performances. Please put away your devices and enjoy the performance in real time.
Additional information available on our website.
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