Blues Fest With East End Underground Live

LTV Studios and the East End Underground Live Concert Series will present “Blues Fest” featuring Kerry Kearney, Jack’s Waterfall, Mama Lee Rose & Friends and Jake Lear, plus special guests, all performing on Saturday, April 19, at 7 p.m.

Kearney’s style, music from the “Psychedelta,” is his own brand containing an upbeat mix of American blues and roots, created from writing and performing on the circuit for over 40 years. Along with his band, he has continued to experience an overwhelming and positive response over the airwaves and especially when performing live. His wailing upbeat style of blues, driven by tasty, inspired guitar riffs, electrifying slide and infectious rhythms, has allowed Kerry to amass a huge loyal following. In 1988, Kearney became guitarist of the Jefferson Airplane/Starship for five years and toured nationally with his own band, opening for the Allman Brothers and Dickie Betts. He has released 20 CDs and has a new one coming out this month.

Mamalee Lawler is a beloved icon of the East End celebrated for her soulful crowd-moving vocals bringing people together for over 50 years. As the heart of Mamalee Rose & Friends, she’s created a powerhouse ensemble where music and family blend seamlessly. With husband Jim Lawler laying down the heartbeat on drums, daughter Rose’s powerful vocals carrying forward the legacy, she has collaborated with some of the region’s finest musicians through the decades.

As they take the stage at the blues fest at LTV, Mamalee and Rose continue to share the gift with Bosco Michne, Klyph Black, Al Buonanno and Joe Delia, providing the perfect musical foundation, proving that great music and deep connections only grow richer with time.

Tickets for the show are $25 in advance (VIP café seating $50 with a drink ticket) at ltveh.org. Tickets are $30 at the door, $15 for seniors and students. LTV Studios is at 75 Industrial Road in Wainscott.