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DENNIS HERRERA BLUES BAND

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Rhythm Room, 1019 E Indian School Rd , Phoenix, Arizona 85014

Get Ready for a Blues Afternoon!

Date: Sunday, October 4, 2026 Venue: The Rhythm Room, Phoenix Doors Open: 1:00 PM

Performance Schedule 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM Intermission: short break

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of soulful, authentic blues as Dennis Herrera takes the stage at the legendary Rhythm Room in Phoenix! Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the blues or just looking for the perfect way to spend your Sunday, this is a show you don’t want to miss. DENNIS HERRERA with top-tier musicians, bringing high-energy rhythms and deep, heartfelt grooves to the heart of Phoenix.

As many of you know, the legendary Rhythm Room is preparing to close its doors. This makes our final performance on stage extra special. We want to fill the room with a warm, celebratory vibe of deep appreciation for everything this historic venue has meant to live music and to us over the years.

The Lineup: • Dennis Herrera (Guitar & Vocals): A powerhouse songwriter, producer, and bluesman with a 40-year career, proudly inducted into the California Blues Hall of Fame (SF & LA).

• James ' Sweetfinger' Robertson (Guitar): We are thrilled to welcome high-end blues guitarist James Robertson to the band! A formidable talent with incredible tone and phrasing, James brings a fresh, electrifying edge to our sound and is a AZ Blues Hall of Fame inductee.

• Steve Willis (Keys & Accordion): A 40-year Southwest music veteran and Arizona Blues Hall of Famer whose soulful keys anchor our classic sound.

• "Sweet Baby Ray", Ray DeSylvester (Percussion): A seasoned percussionist and Arizona Blues Hall of Famer providing the rock-solid heartbeat of the band.

• Floyd Roberson (Drums): A dynamic drummer whose expert rhythm and high-energy polish round out the groove.

• Frank Bama (Bass): A formidable bass talent bringing a deep, melodic foundation and years of professional stage experience.

Let’s pack the house, celebrate, and give the Rhythm Room a beautiful send-off. Bring your dancing shoes and your love for the blues!

Buy your tickets now and secure your spot. Tickets will be sold at the door.

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Gather your friends and prepare for an unforgettable Sunday of rhythm and blues. We’ll see you at the Rhythm Room and bring your dancing shoes!

$23.00 (+ online fee)

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BLUES IN THE HAZE III, MARK HUMMEL & BLUES ALL STARS / DENNIS HERRERA BAND

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Hazeltine Theatre, 208 N Marina St, , Prescott, AZ 86301

We are bringing you a collision of absolute titans. A line-up of living legends who have defined the sound of contemporary blues from coast to coast. Mark Hummel and his Blues All Stars Band

Mark Hummel Grammy Award Nominee and Winner of two Blues Music Awards playing harmonica. Leading this powerhouse crew is a true purveyor of the traditional blues odyssey. He is a mastermind behind the world-renowned Blues Harmonica Blowout. For over 50 years, he has been hailed as one of the absolute premier harmonica players and bandleaders of his generation...playing national and international.

Featuring Anson Funderburgh Chicago and Texas Blues award winning guitarist. A true giant of the genre. Hailing from the Lone Star State, of Anson Funderburgh and the Rockets, he is a 10-times Blues Music Award nominee and winner of multiple BMAs, celebrated globally for having one of the crispest, most biting, and unforgettable lead guitar attacks in blues history... put your hands together for Texas royalty.

Next up on guitar, Junior Watson! He is a boundary-pushing pioneer of the West Coast sound. A multi-Blues Music Award nominee for Guitar Instrumentalist of the Year, a former member of Canned Heat, and the Mighty Flyers West Coast Blues a player revered worldwide for his unpredictable, jaw-dropping tone.

Holding down the foundation tonight on the drums, he is Austin, Texas’s premier timekeeper. The man who has anchored the groove for icons like Delbert McClinton, Asleep at the Wheel, and even Jimmy Page... let's hear it for the deep-pocket master, WES STARR! being credited on over 50 recordings. A quick look at the list of artists that he has recorded with would certainly prove the validity of the old adage, you can tell a lot about a person by the friends they keep. Starr has been the timekeeper for many of the best in the business, sometimes doing several stints with an artist over the years, which is another indication of how well respected he is. In a career that crosses numerous decades, best known for his work in blues, country, and roots-rock. He has toured and recorded with a wide array of notable artists.

That's not all! we've got the Dennis Herrera Band! Featuring: Steve Willis, Alex Holland, Floyd Roberson, and Frank Bama. with Willis AZBHOF on keys, and Alex Holland mastery of sax.

Dennis Herrera a powerhouse of the guitar, a master of the groove, will be delivering the grit, the soul, and the stinging fretwork that you’ve been waiting for. From low-down, smoky shuffles to blistering blues-rock. Dennis Herrera was honored with (2) Blues Hall of Fame, Master Blues Artist Awards – 2019 Los Angeles & 2019 San Francisco. He's shared the stage with Bill Stuve, Steve Freund, Sid Morris, Denny Freeman, Lee Campbell, & Tommy Castro. Recordings with Lynwood Slim, Tommy Castro, Anson Funderburgh, Igor Prado, Jeff Ross, Zach Zunis and Bill Bates.

Featured artists: Steve Willis decades- of long dedication, performance history, and massive footprint on the Southwest blues landscape, Steve Willis was officially inducted as a member of the Arizona Blues Hall of Fame. A veteran bandleader in his own right, Willis is highly regarded as a premier supporting musician. Over his 50-plus years in the music business, he has shared the stage and recorded with some of the most iconic figures in American music history, including Chuck Berry, Bo Diddley, Albert King and Elvin Bishop to say the least.

Alex Holland - Get ready to experience one of the absolute powerhouses of the contemporary blues and jazz scene! If you’ve ever had the privilege of hearing Alex Holland live, you know that he doesn’t just play the saxophone—he lets it breathe, weep, and shout with pure, unadulterated soul.

Frank Bama: A formidable talent on the bass, Frank brings a deep, melodic foundation and years of professional stage experience to the mix.

Floyd Roberson: A dynamic drummer that adds to the ensemble, Frank’s expert musicianship adds that essential, high-energy polish that rounds out this stellar band.

$38.00 & $45.00 seats

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Blues at it’s best with Dennis Herrera Blues Band. Guaranteed fantastic soul-moving, foot tapping dancing music. Band will be indoors and there will be inside and outdoor patio seating. Great food and spirits. We will be playing s variety of my music from my 4 albums and from some of the best blues artists. • WHO: The Dennis Herrera Band • WHAT: 2-1/2 Hours of Chicago, Juke Joint, Texas, and West Coast Blues!

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DENNIS HERRERA BAND

The Point Bar & Lounge, 114 N Montezuma Street, Prescott, AZ. 86301

SATURDAY, DEC. 6, 8-11 PM The calendar is flipping soon to 2026, the holidays are here, and Dennis Herrera BluesBand is bringing in the heat to the stage TThe Point Bar & Lounge Come join us and relax with a cocktail! There's a fantastic line-up! Dennis Herrera's Frank Bama Ray DeSylvester Floyd Roberson Carl Dahlgren

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