Quotables

"The Beatles and The Stones were basically inspired by American Rhythm and Blues."
- Mick Taylor
"Hearing the blues changed my life."
- Van Morrison
"If you don't know the blues... there's no point in picking up the guitar and playing rock and roll or any other form of popular music."
- Keith Richards
"The one thing the blues don't get is the backing and pushing of TV and radio like a lot of this garbage you hears. They choke stuff down people's throat so they got no choice but to listen to it."
- John Lee Hooker

The Best Things In Life Are Free!

Yeah, that's right! And it certainly pertains to Mary Ann's Blues Brews & BBQ on selected Friday evenings in Visalia from April through October.

This season's schedule is sure to please the most dedicated and hardcore Blues fan as well as those who want to come out for free music, good eats and nice cold drinks. Bring the family; bring the boss; bring your employees; bring your co-workers; or come by yourself... but be sure to bring a fun-loving attitude!

How About A Surprise Or Two?

The 2009 season promises to be special in that we've got a surprise or two in the works. One surprise is the addition of Rock The Block concerts. Just as the history of music has taught us, Rock The Block picks up where The Blues left off. Rock The Block will showcase rock bands - many of whom cut their teeth on the blues - on selected Friday nights in April, July and August. RTB guarantees to knock the socks off contemporary rock fans. Rock on! Check back often for more information!

Garden Street Plaza is home to Blues Brews & BBQ and Rock The Block in Visalia on selected Friday evenings from 6:00pm-10:00pm.(shown at left: The BBBBQ Grillin' Crew)

The 2009 Schedule

April 3 - Brad Wilson and Band

May 22 - Bad Luck and Trouble

June 26 - Mercury Blues Band

Kick Off The Fourth of July Holiday!
July 3 - Papa Ray and the Rockers (ROCK THE BLOCK)

August 7 - Shari Puorto & The Rhythm Addicts
(ROCK THE BLOCK)

September 4 - Black Water Blues Band

October 2 - Deja Blues
As always with outdoor events, Blues Brews & BBQ is produced weather permitting. If you have any questions about the event please do not hesitate to call the appropriate number.