(Khalif Wailin’
Walters)
The organisers have recognised the fact that, for the
ticketed evenings, a venue with more capacity is needed than that of the
traditional venue, Zack’s at Wilson’s Wharf.
“For this reason, ticketed concerts will take place at the
University of KZN’s popular Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre, whilst the non-ticketed
(free) evenings will continue at Zacks, Wilson’s Wharf as it has for the last
decade,” says Festival Director Themi Venturas.
“Blues” lovers can enjoy the first concert on October 28
which is entitled Wailin' Blues and
features the international guest artist from Chicago, USA –Khalif Wailin’
Walters.
Walters is one of the Chicago Blues music scene’s next
generation and he brings to the stage his own unique style of funk infused
boogie blues. Calling the European market his home base now, Khalif “Wailin’”
Walter’s stormy guitar work and brash New Orleans style vocals surely define
his sound which is reminiscent of the greats like Albert King, Otis Rush and
Albert Collins. Fusing contemporary style and innovative original arrangements,
Khalif “Wailin“ Walters delivers foot stomping, finger snapping Blues that sets
the roof on fire.
The second ticketed evening on October 29 will be The BB
King Blues Summit which is a tribute show incorporating the blues festival’s
traditional Blues Summit and which sees some of the ‘best of the fest’ mixed
with a tribute to the late and great blues legend, BB King.
This tribute show will feature Durban’s ever popular The
Reals as the backing band for the performance and will include a variety of
music from the life and history of this great blues master.
Tickets R150 per performance with season tickets covering both
evenings available at R250 - all advance booking (and season tickets) through
Computicket. For more information visit http://www.durbanbluesfestival.co.za/
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