UPDATE: MAY 2021


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June 19th, 2021 - Wapello County

July 24th, 2021 - Muscatine County

August 28th, 2021 - Linn County


H&J Entertainment Announce a Concert Series Showcasing 

The Very Best in Authentic Iowegian Blues


The Iowa Soul Brothers Revue Presents Authentic Blues Sounds & Stories From Three of Iowa’s Native Sons


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03/04/2021, Iowa — H&J Entertainment, LLC & CopperTopStudio Hut are proud to announce a brand-new concert series for 2021 featuring three of Iowa’s premiere blues artists, John-Paul “Jp” Jones, Ernie Peniston and Kevin Burt. 


The Iowa Soul Brothers Revue (™) began with the idea of showcasing the fact that Black Iowegian artists represent the blues legacy with the same authenticity as their neighbors to the south and east. When the great migration happened right before the Civil War, Black Americans from the southern states, many of them former slaves, brought their artistic talents and traditions to Iowa, creating an artistic and historical culture that is not only Black, but uniquely Iowegian. 


The Soul Brothers Revue aims to show the world the unique talents of three of those native Black Iowegians, each of whom embody the state of Iowa’s long and distinct cultural history. The purpose of the Revue is also to present blues music as it was developed through Black Iowegian cultures and traditions, educating and entertaining audiences in equal measure.


Prof. Jp says, “As a native Black Iowegian, what’s important to me is presenting a combined 100+ years of performance experience, inspired by nearly two centuries of black family history native to Iowa."


Kevin Burt says, “The opportunity to be a part of the Soul Brothers Revue means we can share with our music community and supporters something that has a strong connection to the past. It is also relevant to us today and can help shape the future of live performance for artists rooted in traditional Black music."


Ernie Peniston adds, “What I really like about the collaboration is that we offer three different approaches to the blues. I can’t wait! This is going to be so cool!”


The live performances for Soul Brothers Revue are scheduled to run between May and October 2021, with further dates and locations to be announced. For further information on how to book the acts for your event or festival, please get in touch with Heather Dawn (contact details below).


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About John-Paul “Jp” Jones For over 25 years Lifoti Magazine Artist/Album of The Year recipient and Iowa Blues Challenge Finalist Prof. Jp Jones. A Member of the AFM, BRC, IBF, ISSA & ASCAP, Prof. Jp's music is deeply inspired by the heavy blues artists of the late 60's in particular, Phil Lynott, Jimi Hendrix, Robin Trower & Rory Gallager as well as modern Jon Butcher. While leading the John-Paul Jones Group Prof. Jp has received rave reviews for the latest release of "Broke In Bridge City”, released in February 2021 on Eugene’s Trick Bag Records. 

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About Ernie Peniston: For more than 50 years, Iowa & Midwest Blues Hall of Fame Inductee, Ernie Peniston has been a staple of Black Iowegian music, and while his family hail from the Lake Rathbun area of southeast Iowa, Ernie was born and raised in Muscatine on the Mississippi River. Ernie’s music invokes great blues, funk and soul artists including Bobby Rush, Stevie Wonder, Solomon Burke, James Brown and Ronald Isley. Ernie’s latest self-released CD entitled “These Blues” is set for release in Spring 2021. https://www.erniepenistonmusic.com 





About Kevin Burt: For over 25 years, Iowa Blues Hall of Fame & International Blues Challenge Winner, Kevin Burt has been electrifying  audiences throughout the Midwest, dispelling the myth that true blues has no roots in Iowa. His soul-inspired presentation is unique, which consistently gets him compared to a range of artists like Bill Withers and Aaron Neville, and the ability to build an audience rapport that has been compared to the great B.B. King. Kevin’s latest release “Stone Crazy” is out now on Gulf Coast Records. https://www.kevinburtmusic.com 





For more information and booking enquiries contact Heather Dawn, H&J Entertainment: management@johnpauljonesgroup.com 

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CONTACT

NAME: Heather Dawn - Marketing Manager

MAILING ADDRESS: 504 South Ransom Street 

Ottumwa, Iowa 52501 

EMAIL ADDRESS: marketing@johnpauljonesgroup.com

PHONE NUMBER: 515-207-2611

WEBSITE: https://www.johnpauljonesgroup.com 


FEATURED ARTISTS

Ernie Peniston - Funky Blues 

Kevin Burt - Soulful Blues

John-Paul Jones Group - Heavy Blues

AVAILABLE FOR

 Biker Events - Car Shows - County/State Fairs - Community - Corporate Events - Non-Profit - Theater Concerts - Casinos

PRODUCTION & LOGISTICS:   H&J Entertainment, LLC | AFFILIATION:  American Federation of Musicians

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