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JOE JOHNSON AND THE BLUEBACKS
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Joe Johnson and the Bluebacks band has been helping to keep the blues alive in the Midwest since 2007. Some things just need to stay the same, and that's what we've been doing with our lineup of musicians. Our music however, is ever changing while we add new and creative songs all the time. Keep an eye out for the next one!

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JOE JOHNSON AND THE BLUEBACKS: THE STORY

Joe Johnson and the Bluebacks, a renowned West Michigan Blues Band, is made up of a talented team of creative musicians who have been performing together since 2007. We play a show of music and stage presence. Original music mixed with some of the great Chicago blues cover songs make up an exciting night of music with this band!

JJBB is a 2024 Blues Foundation's International Blues Challenge semi-finalist band (top 26 bands), competing against hundreds of other blues bands from across the world in Memphis, TN. JJBB is a proud member band of the West Michigan Blues Society. Check them out and become a member yourself! We're excited to see what's next, and continuously working to add to the show! Be on the lookout for the next album!

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Upcoming Events

  • Fri, Jan 30
    Porto Bello
    Jan 30, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Porto Bello, 41 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417, USA
    Come hang out with Joe and Scotty playing acoustic at Porto Bello in downtown Grand Haven! Music is from 6-10pm
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  • Sat, Jan 31
    Saugatuck
    Jan 31, 2026, 9:00 PM – Feb 01, 2026, 1:00 AM
    Saugatuck, 141 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI 49453, USA
    Sand Bar Saloon downtown Saugatuck welcomes back Joe Johnson & the Bluebacks! One of our favorite venues to play in West Michigan! Always a great time - come on down!
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  • Fri, Feb 13
    Kelly's Bar & Grill
    Feb 13, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Kelly's Bar & Grill, 977 Butternut Dr, Holland, MI 49424, USA
    A favorite local spot of the band! Come join us at Kelly’s 7:30 - 10:30pm!
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  • Sat, Feb 14
    1014 S Madison St
    Feb 14, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    1014 S Madison St, 1014 S Madison St, Ludington, MI 49431, USA
    Come on down! Join us for a special Valentines Day show at the Danish Brotherhood in Ludington! Event is open to the public! Really looking forward to this one. This will be our first gig in the Ludington area, and we can’t wait. Come on out and join us! 7-11pm
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  • Sat, Feb 28
    Saugatuck
    Feb 28, 2026, 9:00 PM – Mar 01, 2026, 1:00 AM
    Saugatuck, 141 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI 49453, USA
    Sand Bar Saloon downtown Saugatuck welcomes back Joe Johnson & the Bluebacks! One of our favorite venues to play in West Michigan! Always a great time - come on down!
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  • Sat, Mar 28
    Saugatuck
    Mar 28, 2026, 9:00 PM – Mar 29, 2026, 1:00 AM
    Saugatuck, 141 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI 49453, USA
    Sand Bar Saloon downtown Saugatuck welcomes back Joe Johnson & the Bluebacks! One of our favorite venues to play in West Michigan! Always a great time - come on down!
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  • Fri, Apr 17
    8735 Water St
    Apr 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    8735 Water St, 8735 Water St, Montague, MI 49437, USA
    Joe and Scotty playing acoustic. At Montague’s first craft brewstillery, located in downtown Montague. North Grove Brewers offers a range of delicious craft beer, cocktails, spirits, and food in a fun, welcoming atmosphere where friends are family
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  • Fri, Apr 24
    8735 Water St
    Apr 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    8735 Water St, 8735 Water St, Montague, MI 49437, USA
    Joe and Scotty playing acoustic WSG Brian Samuels!!! Don’t miss this one folks! At Montague’s first craft brewstillery, located in downtown Montague. North Grove Brewers offers a range of delicious craft beer, cocktails, spirits, and food in a fun, welcoming atmosphere where friends are family
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  • Sat, Apr 25
    Saugatuck
    Apr 25, 2026, 9:00 PM – Apr 26, 2026, 1:00 AM
    Saugatuck, 141 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI 49453, USA
    Sand Bar Saloon downtown Saugatuck welcomes back Joe Johnson & the Bluebacks! One of our favorite venues to play in West Michigan! Always a great time - come on down!
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  • Sat, May 30
    Saugatuck
    May 30, 2026, 9:00 PM – May 31, 2026, 1:00 AM
    Saugatuck, 141 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI 49453, USA
    Sand Bar Saloon downtown Saugatuck welcomes back Joe Johnson & the Bluebacks! One of our favorite venues to play in West Michigan! Always a great time - come on down!
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  • Sat, Jun 20
    Holland
    Jun 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Holland, 13 W 7th St, Holland, MI 49423, USA
    Come on down to Big Lake Brewing! Summer Solstice Party Saturday June 20th on the back patio. Joe & Scotty playing acoustic. Great food and the best beers in town! 6-9pm
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  • Sat, Jun 27
    Saugatuck
    Jun 27, 2026, 9:00 PM – Jun 28, 2026, 1:00 AM
    Saugatuck, 141 Butler St, Saugatuck, MI 49453, USA
    Sand Bar Saloon downtown Saugatuck welcomes back Joe Johnson & the Bluebacks! One of our favorite venues to play in West Michigan! Always a great time - come on down!
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  • Fri, Jul 24
    8735 Water St
    Jul 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    8735 Water St, 8735 Water St, Montague, MI 49437, USA
    North Grove Brewers Summer Concert Series! Friday night shows are 7-9pm out in the biergarten, bring your lawn chairs! Gonna be a great time!
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  • Fri, Aug 07
    11314 W 48 1/2 Rd
    Aug 07, 2026, 3:30 PM – Aug 08, 2026, 12:00 AM
    11314 W 48 1/2 Rd, 11314 W 48 1/2 Rd, Wellston, MI 49689, USA
    Hoxeyville Skies presented by Camp Skunk Productions, LLC For event details, ticket information please see: https://campskunk.ludus.com We hope you can join us for two nights of music and camping, August 7-8 2026 on the Hoxey grounds in Wellston, MI! More details to come!
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