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Kirk Manley
Up Hill Both Ways
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A yes man by day and a bluesman by night, I'm a vocalist, harmonica player, and songwriter with a sound deeply rooted in classic Chicago blues, Memphis soul, and New Orleans R&B. Since 2005, I've performed in and around the Windy City with Willie Buck, Andrew Diehl & The Nightmen, Shoji Naito, among others. One of my biggest thrills was performing with Muddy Waters' former drummer, the late Willie "Big Eyes" Smith, at the inaugural 2008 Chicago Blues Harp Bash featuring Billy Boy Arnold. I have a passion for music that swings and touches the soul…Junior Wells, Little Walter, Junior Parker, Magic Sam, Smiley Lewis, Louis Jordan, Sam Cooke. Honoring these legends and showcasing my originals keep my spirit in the groove. Piano is next on my bucket list. If you want to hear me or hire me, I'm all ears.
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