Monday, November 05, 2012

Bluesfest: Super Chikan

When it comes to the blues, Super Chikan is my kind of performer, adding a big jolt of electricity to the dirty Delta blues sound. He also makes his own instruments, and uses some cigarette box stuff made by other DIY instrument makers.

The man also known as James Johnson checks things out.

Super Chikan at Ottawa Bluesfest 2012

Juke joint pianist Lala Craig also kicks things up a notch.

Super Chikan at Ottawa Bluesfest 2012

And here's the colour version.

Super Chikan at Ottawa Bluesfest 2012

Also in the band, drummer Jameisa Turner (his daughter) and bassist Heather Falduto.

Super Chikan at Ottawa Bluesfest 2012

Unfortunately, it's hard to capture Craig's energy on film.

Super Chikan at Ottawa Bluesfest 2012

Extra Heather!

Super Chikan at Ottawa Bluesfest 2012

Closeup action!

Super Chikan at Ottawa Bluesfest 2012

Hollering action!

Super Chikan at Ottawa Bluesfest 2012

Extra Craig!

Super Chikan at Ottawa Bluesfest 2012

Extra Chikan!

Super Chikan at Ottawa Bluesfest 2012

Rocking out with the cigar box!

Super Chikan at Ottawa Bluesfest 2012

Smokin' action!

Super Chikan at Ottawa Bluesfest 2012

These folks can work a stage.

Super Chikan at Ottawa Bluesfest 2012

A stellar performance.

1 comment:

Alan said...

I agree, Super Chikan stands out as one of the most entertaining shows of the fest this year.