Dawn Tyler Watson Wins at the International Blues Challenge
Montreal’s Dawn Tyler Watson wins at the IBC. Backed up by Ben Racine and his band, Dawn took home first place honours in the Band category at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee. A giant congratulations to the hundreds of contestants from around the world that competed in the annual event.
What stands out in her show is stage presence – a subtle and sophisticated confidence that exudes class.
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Canadians do well at the International Blues Challenge
Ben Racine also took home the 2017 IBC Albert King Guitar Player Award. Ottawa based JW Jones won 2017 Best Self-Produced CD for “High Temperature”. The Montreal Blues Society organized the Montreal contingent to the IBC. Trials for next year should start sometime in fall – visit the Montreal Blues Society to find out more information.
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Dawn’s voice is a supple, sultry, sexy marvel, a scintillating instrument of seductive allure, and she infuses every line with an equal measure of smarts and sass.
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