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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, Sep 26
    Sawyers Brewing Company
    Sep 26, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Sawyers Brewing Company, 4574 Dowling St, Montague, MI 49437, USA
    Joe and Scotty playing acoustic - come on down! Your hometown brewery in downtown Montague. Located walking distance from White Lake, Sawyer’s Brewing Company offers beers, ciders, wine coolers and wine by the glass. Come in and unwind in their welcoming, and relaxed ambiance.
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  • Sat, Sep 27
    8347 E Washington Rd
    Sep 27, 2025, 7:00 PM
    8347 E Washington Rd, 8347 E Washington Rd, Branch Township, MI 49402, USA
    Kick the tires and light the fires! Here we go. Silver Bullet Saloon - come on down!
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  • Sat, Oct 18
    Rail House Grill & Billiards
    Oct 18, 2025, 9:00 PM
    Rail House Grill & Billiards, 91 Douglas Ave, Holland, MI 49424, USA
    Come on down folks! Play some pool, have a few drinks, hear some blues. This venue holds a special place in the heart of the band. We’ve got a lot of memories here for a lot of reasons. Looking forward to this one. So come on out and hang with us
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  • Fri, Oct 24
    Sawyers Brewing Company
    Oct 24, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Sawyers Brewing Company, 4574 Dowling St, Montague, MI 49437, USA
    Joe and Scotty playing acoustic - come on down! Your hometown brewery in downtown Montague. Located walking distance from White Lake, Sawyer’s Brewing Company offers beers, ciders, wine coolers and wine by the glass. Come in and unwind in their welcoming, and relaxed ambiance.
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  • Sat, Oct 25
    American Legion
    Oct 25, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    American Legion, 10820 Paw Paw Dr, Holland, MI 49424, USA
    Come on down folks! 7-10pm
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  • Fri, Nov 07
    Kelly's Bar & Grill
    Nov 07, 2025, 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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  • Fri, Nov 14
    Sawyers Brewing Company
    Nov 14, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Sawyers Brewing Company, 4574 Dowling St, Montague, MI 49437, USA
    Joe and Scotty playing acoustic - come on down! Your hometown brewery in downtown Montague. Located walking distance from White Lake, Sawyer’s Brewing Company offers beers, ciders, wine coolers and wine by the glass. Come in and unwind in their welcoming, and relaxed ambiance.
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  • Sat, Nov 29
    Saugatuck
    Nov 29, 2025, 9:00 PM – Nov 30, 2025, 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, Dec 19
    Sawyers Brewing Company
    Dec 19, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Sawyers Brewing Company, 4574 Dowling St, Montague, MI 49437, USA
    Joe and Scotty playing acoustic - come on down! Your hometown brewery in downtown Montague. Located walking distance from White Lake, Sawyer’s Brewing Company offers beers, ciders, wine coolers and wine by the glass. Come in and unwind in their welcoming, and relaxed ambiance.
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  • Sat, Dec 27
    Saugatuck
    Dec 27, 2025, 9:00 PM – Dec 28, 2025, 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, 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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