See the DONATION BUTTON AT THE TOP OF THE PAGE **Ĭape Cod Wave Magazine covers the character & culture of Cape Cod. ** Please support independent local journalism. Hoy became a musician more by default than plan. With Johnny Hoy on vocals and harmonica, Jeremy Berlin on keyboards, the amazing Delanie Pickering on guitar and three different drummers taking turns, the Martha’s Vineyard band, known to be Bill Clinton’s favorite blues band, rocked the house as long as they could and still catch the last boat back to the Island. About Johnny Hoy & the Bluefish: Formed in 1991, the band has evolved through many incarnations, three Tone Cool and two self-produced CDs, trips around. John Cravin Hoy, 10 January 1957, Middletown, Connecticut, USA. Once the band was going, the all ages crowd – ranging in age from folks in their 70s or older to people in their early 20s – were dancing to the raucous sounds of the band. The band saw over 30 personnel changes over the years, with Hoy, always shifting direction with whatever current members’ inclinations and influences led them. Were as comfortable and experienced in a corporate or function setting as we are on a back porch or in the middle of a field. With a Blues and Roots sound, the variety of the grooves in the music allow for a wide spectrum of venues. The show started a bit late, but it didn’t matter. Playing his harmonica in an ad hoc band at a friend’s wedding gave Hoy the impetus to organize a full-time line-up for his new band, Johnny Hoy And The Bluefish. Johnny Hoy and the Bluefish have been playing locally, regionally and globally for over 20 years. Johnny Hoy and the Bluefish has become one of the top Blues and Jazz artists in the 2023 music scene, delighting fans with a unique Blues and Jazz sound. One of our favorite bands, Johnny Hoy And The Bluefish were scheduled to play a 6 p.m. This event is being presented by SHK Music at the Boston Harbor Distillery - a wonderfully unique and intimate setting to take in great music with its 1850's architecture, great acoustics, comfortable seating and fantastic selection of made-on-the-premises liquors and liqueurs.FALMOUTH – It was really a no-brainer decision. She is a double threat as a fantastic singer to complement Johnny’s great voice. Best known as the front man for Johnny Hoy and the Bluefish, for decades he and the band have entertained Islanders with what he calls bluesy dance music. Somehow he manages to do all the gigs as well. Johnny Hoy and the Bluefish, this Martha's Vineyard and Boston band specializes in bluesy dance music for nightclubs, parties. The current iteration of the band includes the fiery 25 year old guitarist, Delanie Pickering. Johnny juggles a full life where he takes advantage of his many skills including stone masonry, fishing, antique dealing, farming. Rooted deeply in the blues, we have a distinctive sound comprising rock n’ roll, New Orleans, some Country, funk: our own mix. I think a lot has to do with the energy, soul and ability for the band to mix it up - Chicago Blues, Rockabilly, Rock n’ Roll, Country, Swing, good old R&B, Cajun flavored off beat stuff - I love it all.”īased on Martha’s Vineyard, we’ve been playing music regionally, nationally, and internationally for over 30 years. Johnny Hoy and the Bluefish Live The New England Blues Summit 2017 2,767 views 16 Dislike Share Save MoeJoeVision 4. “These guys truly hit the nail on the head better than most other pro touring blues/roots bands I've seen, and I've seen plenty in my 51 years. You Gonna Lose Your Head (CD, Album, Promo) Tone-Cool Records, Tone-Cool Records, Tone-Cool Records.
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