Sammy Blue - Steel Guitar, Guitars and Vocals

(Founder of Georgia Legacy Foundation)

In the tradition of the true southern Blues masters, we proudly present "The Crown Prince of the Blues" (a title given to him by the late great Muddy Waters), Sammy Blue.  An authentic solo Blues artist, Sammy represents a vanishing breed.  However, his musical style exemplifies the new wave of contemporary blues artists, combining the pure Blues of the past with the moods and temperaments of today - truly earning him the title, "The Crown Prince of the Blues".

Joe Burton - Trombone

We are especially proud to present "Lil Joe Burton".  The quintessential Blues instrumentalist, in a class of his own, Joe embodies the pure essence of a Chicago-born and raised Blues artist.  One can literally say he was born into the Blues.  When "Lil Joe" is on the ticket, music lovers are in for a very special evening of entertainment, humor, and grand celebration, for this is the man who put the bone in Trombone -- "Lil Joe" Burton.

Lilla D'Mone - Vocals

It’s an exciting time to be Lilla D’Mone.  With the recent release of her self-produced debut – Music Trance – D’Mone’s soulful-sweet takeover of the West has officially commenced.  Her music has been described as “a languid, sultry and sensual neo-soul and R&B mix that is instantly accessible, yet shows a remarkable depth and musical maturity.”

Kenneth Faison - Saxophone

A versatile jazz musician producing unforgettably soulful solos, and outstanding horn section performances.

Dr. Sandra "SaNa" Foster - Guitar

SaNa is the female bassist, vocalist, and bandleader of the SaNa Band.  The Band has been working hard in Atlanta and surrounding states for approximately 9 years.  The Band plays a nice mixture of eclectic originals mixed with a hearty helping of Blues, R & B, Old School, and a twist of Latin, Reggae and Smooth Jazz.  

Rita Graham - Vocals

Rita Graham is the sweet songbird of our ensemble.  Like all great artists, she’s had her own unique path in the music world.  Blessed with a warm, sweet voice and wonderful stage presence, she’s a true class act.  Rita delivers a delightful and uplifting performance every time she graces the stage.

Larry Griffith - Vocals, Drums, Electric Guitar

Larry Griffith is a blues singer/songwriter/performer and multi-instrumentalist originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, and currently based out of Atlanta, Georgia.

Steve Hawkins - Drums

Steve Hawkins has been dubbed, “the Drummer’s Drummer”.  While no statement could be truer, he is much more.  Steve has worked extensively in almost every area of the music industry.  He is an accomplished composer, producer, engineer, studio manager, A&R director, and multi- instrumentalist.  His unique versatility, experience, training, and taste clearly qualify him as a world-class musician and performer.

Roy Lee Johnson - "Mr. Moonlight"

Roy Lee Johnson is one of Georgia’s greatest songwriters .He is widely known as the author of the song "Mr. Moonlight" which was recorded by the Beatles.  

Bill Sheffield - Guitars

Bill Sheffield is a long-time Atlanta blues artist who’s been performing great blues shows for more than thirty years. He is without a doubt one of the most musically uncompromising musicians working today.

Randy Skinner - Trumpet

Randy T. Skinner is a gifted trumpeter with a captivating style, punctuated by an eclectic fusion of Jazz and Blues. You’ve got to hear him; you’ll never be the same afterwards.

Merrit Smith - Bass

Merritt Smith's style is versatile, ranging from down home blues, to smooth jazz, to crunchy heavy alternative.  He is a powerful and energetic musician -- heavily influenced by many genres including jazz, blues, bluegrass, heavy metal, rock-n-roll, country, folk, and funk.

Eddie Tigner - Piano

Eddie fondly remembers listening to Bluegrass and Country and Western music as a child.  When he was 14, the family returned south to Atlanta, and Eddie started following his piano-playing mother to house parties, breakdowns, fish fries, and barbecues, where she was in demand as an entertainer.  Eddie didn't learn to play the piano, however, until he began his service in the Army in 1945 and was taught by a friend, Edward Louis, at a base in Maryland.  

Clark White - Harmonia and Vocals

Dr. Clark White, PhD., better known to the Blues world as “Deacon Bluz”.  Deacon has proven himself to be a true Blues lover, artist, educator, and, especially performer -- of traditional black music.  Get ready to be informed, entertained, and impressed by The Blues Professor, Dr Clark White, Ph.D.

Chick Willis - Guitar, Vocals, Drums

Chick Willis, "The Stoop Down Man".  In addition to being a first rate guitarist and vocalist, Chick plays drums, keyboard, harmonica, and bass.  Sometimes he plays the guitar with his tongue or under his legs.  Anything is possible in his pursuit to electrify an audience with his dynamic stage presence!