UPDATE: SHOW CANCELLED

Due to circumstances beyond our control, we had to cancel this show.

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Hermitage Music proudly presents:

THE BLUES PROJECT

Saturday, April 26 • The Barn at Le Vin Winery

About The Blues Project: 

Roy Blumenfeld • Drums, Vocals had a ringside seat from his drum kit on some of the most exciting musical events in New York City during the mid-’60s. Born in the Bronx in 1944, he reached his teens as the first wave of American rock & roll was being created. He took up the drums and found himself drawn to blues, R&B, and jazz. Blumenfeld linked up with bassist Andy Kulberg through work with Al Kooper on the latter’s early solo recordings for the Elektra Records sampler What’s Shakin’. In 1965, he joined guitarist Danny Kalb in the latter’s new band, which, with the addition of Kooper to the lineup, became the Blues Project. Blumenfeld was one of the longest serving members of the renowned group, whose mixture of R&B, blues, jazz, folk, and rock & roll influences made them a major cult band of the ’60s, and a huge influence on generations of other musicians. He was there past its end: with Kulberg, he formed Seatrain out of the ruins of the Blues Project in 1968. He played on folk singer Mark Spoelstra’s self- titled album for Columbia Records in 1969, and also on the subsequent Blues Project reunions. 

Blumenfeld worked with Nick Gravenites in the ’70s and Robert Hunter at various times in the ’80s and ’90s, but his most visible gig was with Kooper on the live shows that became Soul of a Man.

David Aguilar – Guitar & Vocals

Over the years, has made memorable music, not only with harmonica virtuoso Norton Buffalo, but also with Bonnie Raitt, Jackson Brown, Barry Melton, Maria Muldaur, Lester Chambers (of the “Time-Has-Come-Today” Chambers Brothers), Nick Gravenites and Bo Diddley, beloved for albums like Bo Diddley Is a Gunslinger and Have Guitar, Will Travel.

Aguilar is a true virtuoso. He makes those guitars sing, shout, whisper, wail and even weep. Sometimes his guitars seem to play him, and sometimes guitarist and guitar seem to blend into one. Now, at the age of 64, Aguilar is about to release a new CD that he recorded with Bronx-born Roy Blumenfeld, who once played with the Blues Project, and who always pays homage to rhythm and blues. Their new CD is titled The Aguilar Blumenfeld Project and Stanley Mouse-the legendary artist famous for his psychedelic posters and album covers for the Grateful Dead, Big Brother and the Holding Company, Journey and more-has done a trippy poster that will also serve as the cover for the CD. Aguilar and Blumenfeld are depicted as a couple of very hip, musical wolves, with Aguilar wearing a beard and Blumenfeld a beret.The CD might be the capstone for Aguilar’s recording career, and he’s rightly jazzed about it. In the parking lot outside the Barking Dog coffee house, he played one track for me that’s titled “Plutonium Bob,” explaining it as “Zappish.” Indeed it is, and no doubt Frank Zappa himself would enjoy it. Both a team player and a solo artist, Aguilar says he enjoys making music nearly all the time, and especially “in an ensemble when it all clicks and it feels effortless and it all flows together. There’s nothing like it.” Guitars have been at the heart of Aguilar’s life for more than a half-century. Sonoma legend has it he had a guitar in his hands when he was born. Aguilar’s second guitar was electric and known as a “Kay Speed Demon,” which today can sell for thousands of dollars. David Aguilar loves the life he lives. His many fans love the music he has made, from Sonoma to Sweden and from Florida to Wales. You can bet he’ll go on making music as long as he can hold a guitar close to his heart and move his nimble fingers along its strings.

Tim Eschliman – Bass & Vocals

Tim Eschliman is an American Roots Performer, Musician, Songwriter and Producer from Back pOrchEstra, Christmas Jug Band, New Copasetics, Rhythmtown-Jive, Mystery Dance, Louisiana Time Travelers, Ugly Americans, Moonlighters, Commander Cody & His Western Airmen, Etta James and Jesse Colin Young. He performed on the Grammy-nominated "Garden Of Joy" album by Maria Muldaur. He won a 1990 Indie Award for Country for "Aces High" by Commander Cody, developed at his partnership's Mill Valley studio, Globe Studios. He recently started his youTube and podcast songwriting discussion series, "Where do the Songs Come From" with episodes from Mike Duke (Delbert McClinton) and Jack O'Hara (pub rock initiators, Eggs Over Easy)

Mark Newman – Guitar, Mandolin and Vocals

Growing up in New York, Mark Newman’s musical journey has taken him around the world several times as both sideman and singer/songwriter. This ace stringman (guitar, lap steel, mandolin, dobro) and accomplished songwriter is the type of singer whose warm and expressive voice sounds like an old friend. He put it all together on 2006’s “Must Be A Pony” (Danal Music, LLC). In 2010 he took a quantum leap forward with the stunning “Walls Of Jericho” (Danal Music. LLC) and has just released, “Brussels”( Danal Music. LLC), a live solo EP. “Empirical Truth”, his latest CD was released in June, 2018 (Danal Music, LLC, by WBA Records). It won best CD from the Long Island Blues Society. Sharing the stage with such notables as soul legend Sam Moore (Sam & Dave), John Oates(Hall and Oates), Jim McCarty (Yardbirds, Renaissance),the late Willy DeVille (Mink DeVille), Bobby Whitlock (Derek and the Dominos) and Sam The Sham, has given Newman the perspective to craft an individualistic sound framed in straight-from-the-hip rock’n’roll, simmering with the subtle flavors of blues, R’n’B, funk, folk and soul.

Ken Clark • Keyboards, Harmonica, Accordian, EWI and Vocals

Not to be confused with country/bluegrass artist Ken Clark or the late bebop drummer Kenny Clarke, the Ken Clark profiled in this bio is a jazz-oriented organist who is also comfortable playing R&B, funk, and blues. The Boston resident (who plays electric keyboards and acoustic piano as secondary instruments) isn’t the type of organist who is content to emulate Jimmy Smith’s seminal ’50s and ’60s recordings — Smith is an influence on Clark, but so are Larry Young, John Medeski (of Medeski, Martin & Wood fame), and Charles Earland. Clark’s playing sometimes brings to mind German organist Barbara Dennerlein, although she isn’t necessarily an influence — rather, it’s probably a case of Dennerlein and Clark having mutual influences.

Eternal Funk Clark isn’t a native Bostonian; he was born in New York City in the late ’60s and grew up in the Big Apple. But in the mid-’80s, he moved to Boston to study jazz with pianist Charlie Banacos and guitarist Garrison Fewell and attend the prestigious Berklee School of Music. Instead of returning to New York after studying with those artists and attending Berklee, Clark opted to remain in Boston and became a fixture on the city’s music scene. In 1992, he formed the Ken Clark Organ Trio, employing Mike Mele (whom he knew from Berklee) on guitar — and 11 years later, the group was still together. Clark’s group has used different drummers over the years; in 2003, Steve Chaggaris (another Berklee alumni) was playing drums for Clark’s trio. As a sideman, Clark has backed various female vocalists, including Fatwall Jack and swing/jump blues artist Michelle Willson. Clark’s albums as a leader include The Ken Clark Organ Trio on Aspire Records and Eternal Funk, which the Severn label released in 2003.

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David Nelson's Birthday After Party is coming up on June 14th from 1 pm to 9:00 pm. Lots of Music and Fun to celebrate with David and all of his Fans. Gates open at 1pm,
Eric London Band w/ Brett Brandstatt goes on at 1:30 to 3:30 & David Nelson Band at 4:00 to 7:30 pm. Party ends at 9pm.

Make sure to get your tickets purchased early, as tickets are going fast. I will be sending directions to all Ticket Holders. Please purchase tickets before the event.

A joyous gathering of Music and Merriment.  Let's celebrate David Nelson Birthday! Lots of space to roam freely with friends. Hiking trails, Swimming for the kids at the Pool with adults present.Arts & Crafts for kids. No campfires or cooking. There will be a food vendor for Lunch & Dinner. Coffee, Beer, & Sodas for purchase. Winery Tasting Room & Lounge Area, 2 free wine tickets.

CAMPING AT THE EVENT: Camping Saturday Night is Free!  There is Camping available for all. The Fox Grove: Tent & Auto Camping The Oak Grove: RV Parking.
Best to load RV in on Friday to get the best spots. Bucks Corral: Tent camping only, Eagle Camp: Extreme wilderness camping with 4WD only. Hikers can hike to Eagles Camp for more awesome views!

For warm weather bring, sunscreen & misquito spray. We get cool breezes in the afternoon. We will have misters and shade, plus you can chill in the barn and tasting room and still see the main stage. Best to stay out of the direct sun for long periods of time. It could cool down in June at night, so bring a warm jacket and clothes.
Bring: flashlights & camping gear, hiking boots, swimsuits & beach towels, low back chairs, pop ups ok.  We have 2 hot water Star Showers and dressing rooms. Free spring water on tap, so bring your water bottles to fill up fresh water from our spring. Wine Tasting with Two Free Wine tasting tickets per adult. Our wine & olive oil are for purchase. Free Wine Poster at our merch table. Dogs are ok as long as the owners can take responsibility for their dogs and keep them leashed. 

The Psychedelic Furs may not have invented rock & roll per se, but their influence since arriving on the post-punk scorched- earth landscape four decades ago has reverberated and resonated among all those who cherish the sweet-and-sour spot where rawness and romanticism meet.

Born out of the UK post-punk scene and led by vocalist and songwriter Richard Butler, and his bass-wielding brother Tim, the Furs quickly developed as one of the premiere bands at college and alternative radio scoring a flurry of major hits with "Love My Way," "Pretty In Pink," "Heaven," "The Ghost In You," and “Heartbreak Beat” in all releasing eight studio albums, spawning several compilations, a boxed set, a live concert DVD and inspiring one of the most iconic motion picture soundtracks of all time.

Decades later, their latest release “Made Of Rain” charted in a multitude of countries and became the Furs’ second highest ranked UK Album ever. It was prominently featured in the end of year “Best Albums” chart roundup in dozens of publications worldwide. But, the Furs especially thrive live in concert having headlined at the U.K.’s famed Glastonbury Festival, and more recently at esteemed venues including the Hollywood Bowl, London’s Royal Albert Hall, New York’s Radio City Music Hall and Nashville’s Grand ‘Ole Opry among others. With a dazzling live show, they continue to tour quite regularly across the globe. 

The Psychedelic Furs touring lineup remains Richard Butler (vocals); Tim Butler (bass); Rich Good (guitar); Amanda Kramer (keyboards) and Zachary Alford (drums). 

Grateful DeadHeads enjoy a glorius Jubilee Music Marathon, celebrating the 60th Anniversary of Grateful Dead Music. 2 day Campout. Come for the day or Campout for 1 or 2 days! Let's Celebrate The Grateful Dead's Music, with some of the best Grateful Dead Tribute Bands around! Some have even played with members of the Grateful Dead. Let's dance to remember all the Grateful Dead Shows, feel it in your bones & down into your soul.
Meet you at the Jubilee!

GRATEFUL DEADHEAD JUBILEE LINE UP

GALAXY STAGE - SATURDAY AUG. 23rd Main Stage
Noon-2:00 Eric London Band w/ Brett Brandstatt
2:30-4:30 Possum Plays Dead
5:00-7:30 Pete Sawyer & LHMWG w/ Scott Guberman
8:00-10:00 Edge of the West
10:30-12:30 Dead Roses

STAR STAGE SATURDAY AUG. 23rd Indoor Stage
2:00 - 2:30 TBA
10:00 -10:30pm Crispy Pig & Cassidy Lyn

CORRAL STAGE SATURDAY AUG. 23rd Outdoor Stage
4:30 - 5:00 Tumbleweed Soul & Friends
7:30 - 8:00 Tumbleweed Soul & Friends

GALAXY STAGE SUNDAY AUG. 24th Main Stage
Noon - 2:00 Dead Roses
2:30 - 4:30 Eric London Band w/ Brett Brandstatt
5:00 - 7:30 Pete Sawyer & LHMWGw/ Mookie Siegel
8:00 to 11:00 Electric Tumbleweed

STAR STAGE SUNDAY AUG. 24th Indoor Stage
2:00 - 2:30 Anna Jae Band
11:00-11:30pm Anna Jae Band

CORRAL STAGE SUNDAY AUG. 24th Outdoor Stage
4:30 - 5:00 Edge of the West
7:30 - 8:00 TBA
JAMBLES after 11:30 pm, music at the Star Stage inside or tasting room.

For more than five decades, Blue Öyster Cult has thrilled fans of intelligent hard rock worldwide with powerful albums loaded with classic songs. Indeed, the Long Island, NY-based band is revered within the hard rock and heavy metal scene for its pioneering work. Blue Öyster Cult occupies a unique place in rock history because it's one of very few hard rock/heavy metal bands to earn both genuine mainstream critical acclaim as well as commercial success. 

The band is often cited as a major influence by other acts such as Metallica, and BÖC was listed in VH1's countdown of the greatest hard rock bands of all time. 

Upon the release of BÖC's self-titled debut album in 1972, the band was praised for its catchy-yet-heavy music and lyrics that could be provocative, terrifying, funny or ambiguous, often all in the same song. BÖC's canon includes three stone-cold classic songs that will waft through the cosmos long after the sun has burned out: The truly haunting "(Don't Fear) The Reaper" from 1976's Agents of Fortune, the pummeling "Godzilla" from 1977's Spectres and the hypnotically melodic "Burnin' for You" from 1981's Fire of Unknown Origin. Other notable BÖC songs include "Cities on Flame with Rock and Roll," "Then Came the Last Days of May," "I Love the Night," "In Thee,""Veteran of the Psychic Wars," "Dominance and Submission," "Astronomy," "Black Blade" and "Shooting Shark." 

The intense creative vision of BÖC's original core duo of vocalist/lead guitarist Donald "Buck Dharma" Roeser, and vocalist/rhythm guitarist Eric Bloom are complemented by Richie Castellano on guitar and keyboards, and the longtime rhythm section of bass guitarist Danny Miranda, and drummer Jules Radino. 

BÖC has always maintained a relentless touring schedule and an album of new material THE SYMBOL REMAINS was released October 9th 2020 to rave reviews. 

Their most recent studio album GHOST STORIES was released in April 2024. 

Rising star LaRussell makes his Music in the Park debut on September 21, 2025 and it will be a date to remember in San Jose music history.

The Vallejo rapper with an authentic, heartfelt flow, LaRussell Thomas is also the founder of Good Compenny, an organization that helps promote rising Bay Area artists. 

Born and raised in the northern part of Vallejo, California, a city with a rich vein of individual hip-hop talent, he began to rap at the age of eight but found his early education to be uninspiring. He was subsequently enrolled at Vallejo's Peoples' High School, where he blossomed in comparison. 

Upon graduating, he became a father to a baby girl, causing any tentative hope of a music career to be put on ice. Instead, to provide for his daughter, he took on a well-paid job at an aerospace company. LaRussell remained in the position for six years—occasionally releasing music on the side under the moniker Tota—before deciding to quit to pursue full-time involvement in the music business.

September 27 & 28, 2025
1 & 2 Day Camping Event

Hermitage Music presents:

DAVID NELSON BAND RIDES AGAIN Campout 4

Line Up:

Sat. 9/27 - GALAXY STAGE

11:00 - 11:30   Crispy Pig w Cassidy Lyn
2:00 - 2:00     Eric London Band w/  Jay Wilcox & Jeff Quigley
2:30 - 4:30     Edge of the West w/ Barry Sless
5:00 - 6:45     Slack & Steel w Stephen Inglis & Barry Sless
7:15 - 10:45    The David Nelson Band w/ Jay Lane

Sat. 9/27 - STAR STAGE Indoors
2 :00 - 2:30    The Highrollers
10:45-11:15pm     Tumbleweed Soul & Friends
Jambles after 11:15pm, music at the Star Stage inside or tasting room 

Sat. 9/27 - CORRAL STAGE Outdoors
4:30 - 5:00    Anna Jae Band
6:45 - 7:15     Edge of the West

Sun. 9/28 - GALAXY STAGE Outdoors
11 am - 1:00    Slack & Steel w/ Stephen Inglis & Barry Sless    
1:30 - 3:30      Rowan Bros. w/ Barry Sless & Mookie Siegel
4:00 - 7:30     David Nelson Band w/ Jay Lane
8:00 - 11:00    Eric London Band w Jay Wilcox, Jeff Quigley & Brett Brandstatt

Sun. 9/28 - STAR STAGE
1:00 - 1:30          The Highrollers
11:00-11:30pm   Anna Jay Band  

Sun. 9/28 - CORRAL STAGE
3:30 - 4:00     Edge of the West
7:30 - 8:00     Tumbleweed Soul & Friends 
Jambles after 11:30 pm, music at the Star Stage inside or tasting room.

Welcome to the 4th Annual David Nelson Band Rides Again Weekend. Make sure to get your tickets purchased early, as tickets are going fast. I will be sending traveling directions to all Ticket Holders. Please purchase tickets before the event and preferably not at the door.

A joyous Summer gathering of music! This uplifting experience leaves everyone feeling grateful for being in attendance. Lots of space to roam freely with friends. Views in all directions. Hiking trails, Swimming for the kids at the Pool with adults present. Kids are free. Arts & Crafts for kids. Lots of Vendors. No campfires or cooking. 

There will be Food provided by La Catrina Lunch & Dinner, Breakfast Bar choices, for purchase. Free Sun Tea & Free Spring Water. (please bring your water bottles).  
Coffee Bar, Beverages, Beer, Wine, & Soft Drinks all for purchase in the Tasting Room,  Delicious food for purchase at the Food Truck. 2 Free Wine Tasting tickets per day.

All are welcome: friends, family & kids, to spend 1 or 2 amazing days of camping or come for the day, Sat. or Sun.  RVs come set up early on Fri 9/26 at 4:00 pm.  Gates open on Sat. & Sun. 9/27 & 9/28 at 10:00 am. Load out your campsite by noon on Monday. 

CAMPING AT THE EVENT Bring shade items, sunscreen, misquito spray, pop ups. We will have misters and shade, plus you can chill in the barn and tasting room and still see the main stage. Best to stay out of the direct sun for long periods of time. 

Bring: flashlights & camping gear, hiking boots, swimsuits & beach towels, low back chairs, pop ups ok. We have warm summer nights with cool breezes from the coast in the afternoon, but bring warm clothes for night time temps, just in case.

 We have 2 Hot Water Star Showers and dressing rooms. We are excited to announce we have the Indoor Star Stage in the main indoor center of the barn & green room There will be bands playing in between acts on the The Corral Stage & The Star Stage, while the Main Galaxy Stage is getting geared up for the next bands. See the Line up posted around. Our wine & olive oil are for purchase & visit our merch table in the tasting room.Dogs are ok as long as the owners can take responsibility for their dogs and keep them leashed. Gated garden for dogs to roam free with a deck with views in all directions for you to be there with your dogs.

There is Camping available for all. The Fox Grove: Tent & Auto Camping, The Oak Grove: RV Parking. Best to load RV in on Friday to get the best spots. Electric hook up fee. Bucks Corral: Tent camping only, plus VIP Camping. Eagle Camp: Extreme wilderness camping with 4WD only. Hikers can hike to Eagles Camp for more awesome views!

ACCOMMODATIONS UPDATE BOOK EARLY as rooms go fast: If you prefer not to camp, there are other 
accommodations available in Cloverdale, Geyserville, Healdsburg, Hopland, Boonville & Ukiah.

CLOVERDALE WINE COUNTRY INN & SUITES: Call 707-894-7500 
Address: 324 S Cloverdale Blvd, Cloverdale, CA 95425. Only 15 minutes from venue.

CLOVERDALE: SUPER 8: Call 707- 893-7057 - Furber Ranch Plaza. 
Address: 1147 S Cloverdale Blvd, Cloverdale, CA 95425. Only 15 minutes from venue.

GEYSERVILLE INN: Call 707- 857-4343 
Address: 21714 Geyserville Ave, Geyserville, CA 95441 Only 20 minutes from venue. 

GEYSERVILLE: ISIS OASIS: Call 707-857-4747 Thurs. thru Sun. 2 to 8 pm or call Director di Traci at 619-632-2064.
 Pet Friendly:Dogs are welcome on approval/$10. Must take dogs with you. CABERNET COTTAGE is really cute for a
couple or family. Grateful Dead recorded Terrapin here. Jerry Garcia's favorite place to chill.
Address: 20889 Geyserville Ave, Geyserville, CA 95441. Only 20 minutes from venue.

HEALDSBURG: BEST WESTERN: Call (707) 433-0300 Address: 198 Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg, CA 95448 Pet Friendly

HOPLAND: THACTHER HOTEL: Call  888-461-2017   Hotel Address: 13401 US-101, Hopland, CA 95449  Only 15 mins from venue.
HOPLAND: STOCKFARM INN: Call 707-744-1977  Hotel Address:  13441 US-101, Hopland, CA 95449  Only 15 mins from venue.

UKIAH: MOTEL 6:  Call 888-778-3653 1340 North State St, Ukiah, CA 95482 
OR Other Hotels in Ukiah for better rates & accomodations. Only 30 minutes from venue.

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