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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, May 23
    Sturgis
    May 23, 2025, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    Sturgis, Sturgis, MI 49091, USA
    Bourbon Bacon and Blues! Festival will take place from 5:30 to 10pm in the Sturgis social district. Food vendors featuring bacon themed dishes! Bourbon tasting from various distilleries, and of course blues. We’ll see you there… wear your drinking shoes Tix online at: tinyurl.com/BB-Blues
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  • Sat, May 31
    Saugatuck
    May 31, 2025, 9:00 PM – Jun 01, 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, Jun 20
    Holland
    Jun 20, 2025, 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 Friday June 20th on the back patio. Joe & Scotty playing acoustic. Great food and the best beers in town! 6-9pm
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  • Sun, Jun 22
    Sandy Point Beach House
    Jun 22, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Sandy Point Beach House, 7175 Lake Shore Dr, West Olive, MI 49460, USA
    See event “Details” below for info! Show of the summer right here - You won’t want to miss this one. Click on event “Details” below
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  • Fri, Jun 27
    Sawyers Brewing Company
    Jun 27, 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, Jun 28
    8347 E Washington Rd
    Jun 28, 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, Jul 12
    Holland
    Jul 12, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Holland, 13 W 7th St, Holland, MI 49423, USA
    Big Lake Brewing anniversary party! Come down and help us celebrate the anniversary of our favorite brewery in West Michigan. Our friends and incredible band Rochelle and the Spoilers play 2-5pm, and we’ll be 6-9pm Great food and the best beers in town! We’ll see you there.
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  • Sat, Jul 19
    Whitehall
    Jul 19, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Whitehall, Whitehall, MI 49461, USA
    FREE outdoor music festival in downtown Whitehall and Montague. Save the date! 10 venues , 20 musical acts Free door prizes Food trucks Raffles https://www.walkthebeat.org JJ & the Bluebacks will be at Sawyers Brewing 3-5pm. Come on out! Click on event details for more info
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  • Sat, Jul 26
    Saugatuck
    Jul 26, 2025, 9:00 PM – Jul 27, 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, Aug 01
    Sawyers Brewing Company
    Aug 01, 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, Aug 02
    Sandy Point Beach House
    Aug 02, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Sandy Point Beach House, 7175 Lake Shore Dr, West Olive, MI 49460, USA
    Come hungry! BEST FOOD ON THE LAKESHORE Sandy Point Beach House is a casual fine dining restaurant featuring New American cuisine: bringing new culinary trends, fresh seafood, and steaks of the best quality to your plate. Aug. 2nd come join the band for a fun night on the lakeshore! 6-9pm
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  • Sat, Aug 16
    Township of Branch
    Aug 16, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Township of Branch, 7980 E Washington Rd, Branch Township, MI 49402, USA
    Thunder in the Creek!! Disabled Veterans 19th Annual Benefit!!
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  • Wed, Aug 27
    Holland
    Aug 27, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Holland, 13 W 7th St, Holland, MI 49423, USA
    Come on down to Big Lake Brewing! Joe & Scotty playing acoustic outside on the patio! Great food and the best beers in town! 6-9pm
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  • Sat, Aug 30
    Saugatuck
    Aug 30, 2025, 9:00 PM – Aug 31, 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, 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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  • 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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