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Long
time blues aficionado and music historian, Chuck Beattie (aka Dr.
Blues) fronts a Chicago-Style Blues band based in Western North Carolina.
Originally from Rocky Mount, NC, Beattie grew up in a household filled
with music. He credits his mother, a piano player and teacher, for
the inate talent and musical appreciation that has driven him all
his life. As a young man, Beattie was influenced by James Brown, Marvin
Gaye, and a host of other important African American musicians performing
in the segregated clubs of his hometown. It was Chuck and his beloved
brother, Gerald, who played pickup gigs for some aritists while they
were off contract in the south such as Mel and Tim, Otis Clay, The
Kelly Brothers and many more. This gave him his first chance to play
in a real band. Still in high school, Chuck recognized that music
was his true calling.
A member of the North Carolina Jazz Ensemble, Chuck utilizes his knowledge of gospel, jazz, and the sounds of the Delta to draw out the best of Chicago Style Blues. The result is music as rich as Muddy Waters, and as down and dirty as Howling Wolf. Backed by some of the best in Blues musicians, Beattie commands the stage with his booming voice and classic old school charm. Dr. Blues preaches that "the music must come first", and has worked tirelessly to preserve the culture and integrity of true American Blues. Due to his knowledge, background, and talent, Dr. Blues was asked to headline The Bury Blues Festival in England. He has shared the stage with many top musicians, among them the great Blues siren Shamekia Copeland. Some well respected contemporaries and friends include Cephus and Wiggins, Nneena Freelon, and numerous others. Beattie is dedicated to educating and inspiring young musicians by hosting Blues jams throughout the area, giving new talent a chance to carve out their own place in the Blues. The Chuck Beattie Band has appeared at private parties, festivals, clubs, and music halls, compelling folks of all ages and backgrounds to get up and dance. Chuck resides in the beautiful mountains of Asheville, NC, where he continues to keep the Blues alive. |
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The real deal…" -- Phil Dobson,
Banger
Brothers, United Kingdom
"Chicago Style Blues with beefy vocals. A must for those who enjoy Muddy Waters, Taj Mahal Keb' Mo', and Howlin Wolf" -- Derek Sivers, CD Baby, Portland OR, USA "I
went to your web
site and had the chance to hear some of your tunes, you're damn
good!" "cmbii - I absolutely love the cd! I am listening at work now. bjbjbj :-)" -- Barbara Farmer, Raleigh, NC, USA "Authentic
renditions of classic blues
tunes,
with lots of heart and soul. Wanted to hear more clips and make the
Katy clip longer on the Corn Maze clips please!!! Where have these guys
been? Finally a real-live authentic blues band!! I hear a
gold-mine waiting to be signed." "We
stumbled onto you August 7th
at the Pizza place in Weaverville. Paula & I met friends there
(stayed at the local B & B) for a few days vacation--Biltmore,
Smokies, etc. I really enjoyed listening to your music. To me it was
the highlight of our trip. Keep playin' just the way you're
playin'. It's great!!" Performances/Venues ENDORSEMENTS
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