It's strange really because Blues is regarded as 'macho 'music, even redneck in some cases when we have white blues artists YET consider Bessie Smith , Alberta Hunter, Big Mama Thornton, Billie Holiday. (all gay or bi-)
The wonderful James Booker "Junco Partner" was one of the few who came out in the 70s...Long John Baldry did in the 60s.
In the jazz world we've had the unbeatable Billy Strayhorn.
I wish Mr Ricci all the best. He's a huge talent.I agree with him 100%.
Jason I played guitar with You, the late Rock Bottom and Kim Harpo at Dave's Aqua Lounge, St. Pete, Fl. about 6-7 years ago. Great to see you are doing so well. We rocked the room of about 10 people but we played like there were 1000.
when I saw the first clip of Jason I knew the man was gay! ; ) Wow, a white gay blues harmonicaplayer! So, u got it all! : ) Keep up the good work Jason!
Authentic and honest - no lies just the truth - maybe the most interesting interview I've ever seen
CrossBonesAlex 1 week ago
It's strange really because Blues is regarded as 'macho 'music, even redneck in some cases when we have white blues artists YET consider Bessie Smith , Alberta Hunter, Big Mama Thornton, Billie Holiday. (all gay or bi-)
The wonderful James Booker "Junco Partner" was one of the few who came out in the 70s...Long John Baldry did in the 60s.
In the jazz world we've had the unbeatable Billy Strayhorn.
I wish Mr Ricci all the best. He's a huge talent.I agree with him 100%.
taildragger53 7 months ago
Jason you are a great artist but all the best harmonica players all sound the same.
make a new style ! you can do it
akmikeman35 1 year ago
I just want Jason to know his "girls" all miss him. I can't wait to see that sweet Moon Kitty again. Smiling, healthy and happy.
myrmeid 1 year ago
I loved you when I thought you were straight and I love you more that I know your gay
ArtofDreaming1 1 year ago 2
Jason I played guitar with You, the late Rock Bottom and Kim Harpo at Dave's Aqua Lounge, St. Pete, Fl. about 6-7 years ago. Great to see you are doing so well. We rocked the room of about 10 people but we played like there were 1000.
lazyboyblues 1 year ago
Have enjoyed JR's vids on youtube here for years;
This interview is brutally honest, brutally cool.
As a non-biased hetero, still good to see an openly gay harmonica player sucking on his fags...
For a 2 pack-a-day smoker gives me hopes my lungs will be able to handle the chugging and puffing on my harps too! :)
DixonSteele1on1 1 year ago
YOUR Music is what opened me up to listen to blues music! I really hope to see you play again in Seattle! Hope you are feeling better as well!!
No1Greyhound 1 year ago
okay it's almost august ....how's it going ?
Proud of ya ... from the crazy blonde blues harp player! :)
compudoll 1 year ago
when I saw the first clip of Jason I knew the man was gay! ; ) Wow, a white gay blues harmonicaplayer! So, u got it all! : ) Keep up the good work Jason!
toym8 1 year ago