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 Kaplan-Shaw Blues Band's Profile |
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| Location: | Marietta, New York |
| Country: |  United States |
| Last Login: | May 18, 2009 (202 days back) |
About Me |
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KAPLAN-SHAW is a Blues trio that combines the intimacy of acoustic roots music with the excitement of virtuosity and showmanship. The culmination of a twenty-nine year friendship, KAPLAN-SHAW mix traditional and contemporary Blues covers with their own distinctive brand of original Blues. The result is honest, good time music… served up hot and guaranteed to satisfy! Lou Kaplan (acoustic bass, acoustic guitar, dobro, vocals) is the founding member of Mad Jack. A mainstay of the Upstate Blues-Boogie circuit, Mad Jack released four independent albums and appeared with the Outlaws, Marshall Tucker Band, Blackfoot, Molly Hatchet, Duke Robillard, and Commander Cody. From there, Lou went on to join the legendary British Blues band Savoy Brown. As a member of Savoy, Lou recorded a live album and appeared with ex-Rolling Stone Mick Taylor, James Cotton, Humble Pie, and Big Brother and the Holding Company. Mike Shaw (acoustic guitar, dobro, vocals) has long enjoyed a reputation as one of Upstate New York’s premier guitarists. After serving a stint in the Original Jamo Band, Mike gained much notoriety with the Paul Brother’s Band, recording an album and appearing with the Outlaws, Atlanta Rhythm Section, Marshall Tucker Band, Papa John Creech, and Grinderswitch. From there, Mike went on to front his own Rhythm and Blues outfit, the Mike Shaw Band. Mike’s extensive resume also includes road and studio work with the Drifters, the Tams, Bobby Comstock, Brian Miles, Wells Curtis, Donny and the Dukes, Buzzy Lenhardt, Johnny Russo, Chuck Berry, Mad Jack, and SmackDaddy. In 1995 Lou and Mike renewed their friendship and began jamming together. These informal jams sparked a collaborative songwriting effort that continues to this day. As things progressed, it seemed only natural that they should pool their collective talents and form a new musical entity. In the spirit of the music they chose the straightforward moniker KAPLAN-SHAW. Blues aficionados will remember late arrival and longtime friend Al Macomber (drums, percussion, vocals) from Savoy Brown. Al’s drumming graced such Savoy Brown albums as Make Me Sweat and Kings Of Boogie. During his tenure with Savoy, Al appeared with The Gregg Allman Band, John Lee Hooker, Stephen Stills, James Cotton, Spencer Davis, and Mick Taylor. Al has also been a member of Max, Rough Haus, Mad Jack, and The Coots. KAPLAN-SHAW released their debut CD, titled No Stranger To The Blues, in 2007. Music critic Jon Kleinman of Elmore Magazine proclaimed "If the music on No Stranger To The Blues is any indication, this band should be right at home burning up the stage at blues clubs and festivals around the U.S." In his review, Dick Ward of the Guitar League said “No Stranger To The Blues showcases a unique and potent sound that soars above the norm.” In 2008, KAPLAN-SHAW are hitting the road with a vengeance, delivering high-octane acoustic Blues as only seasoned veterans can. Their impassioned vocals, poetic lyrics, and searing instrumental work are sure to inspire a memorable evening. The new KAPLAN-SHAW CD Mojo Café is available at all KAPLAN-SHAW performances and on the web at: www. kaplan-shaw. com Myspace Design By: ~Victoria~~*C*~ Contact Her At: http://www. myspace. com/vcsmyspacedesignz |
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My Interests |
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Music:Member Since: 1/24/2007Band Website: www.kaplan-shaw.com Band Members: Lou Kaplan - acoustic bass, acoustic guitar, dobro, vocals Mike Shaw - acoustic guitar, dobro, vocals Al Macomber - drums, percussion, vocals Influences: Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, Willie Dixon, Albert Collins, John Lee Hooker, Lightnin' Hopkins, Jimmy Reed, Howlin' Wolf, Albert King, Freddie King, Elmore James, John Hammond, Keb' Mo', Rory Block, Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, B.B. King, Willie Nelson, Allman Brothers Band, Gregg Allman, Buddy Guy, Taj Mahal, Beatles, Rolling Stones, Keith Richards, Jaco Pastorius, Bonnie Raitt, Lucinda Williams, Steve Earle, Lonnie Brooks, Johnny Winter, Rory Gallagher, Savoy Brown, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Rickey Medlocke, Glenn Hughes, Elf, Tracy Chapman, Dan Fogelberg, John Mayall. Record Label: Interlakes Records Type of Label: Indie |
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My Background and Lifestyle |
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| Occupation: | Music Artist |
My Blog |
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Mojo Cafe review by Jon Kleinman |
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| The following review is from theJanuary/February 2009 issue of Elmore Magazine. Elmore magazine is a national music magazine based in New York City.They are dedicated to saving American music, and ... Posted by on Thu, 08 Jan 2009 06:17:00 GMT |
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Kaplan-Shaw Update 10-23-08 |
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| Hi friends,
I thought I'd write to give you a quick update on all things K-S! The new Kaplan-Shaw CD Mojo Cafe has been released and is being received warmly by the press and public alike!... Posted by on Thu, 23 Oct 2008 04:04:00 GMT |
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Mojo Cafe review by Mark Bialczak |
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| The team of Lou Kaplan and Mike Shaw again have breathed life into acoustic blues.
Kaplan and Shaw share the string, vocal, and writing duties. Add drummer Al Macomber to the mix, and you've got a 13-... Posted by on Sun, 28 Sep 2008 07:08:00 GMT |
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Bad Mojo? |
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| Hi friends,
As you may know, the release of our second album Mojo Cafe has been delayed several times over the past few months. Consequently, I thought a word of explaination would be appropriate.
To... Posted by on Sun, 10 Aug 2008 05:38:00 GMT |
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Five questions with Lou Kaplan of Kaplan-Shaw |
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| Five questions with Lou Kaplan of Kaplan-Shaw:
Q: What is your favorite song to play?
A: "Jack Daniels, the Blues, and Me." It's an original song from our first album. Kind of a slow, spooky, moody, a... Posted by on Thu, 19 Jun 2008 11:48:00 GMT |
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Shaw Thing by David Wilcox |
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| SHAW THING
Acoustic blues trio finds critical success with songwriting
For all the success Kaplan-Shaw enjoys, the band hopes other musicians will enjoy it many times more.
Lou Kaplan, who sings and ... Posted by on Thu, 19 Jun 2008 11:34:00 GMT |
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KAPLAN-SHAW in Elmore Magazine! |
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| The following review is from the June 2008 issue of Elmore Magazine. Elmore magazine is a national music magazine based in New York City. They are dedicated to saving American music, and c... Posted by on Tue, 27 May 2008 18:01:00 GMT |
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Kaplan-Shaw Update 4-27-08 |
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| Hi friends,
I thought I'd drop a quick line to update you on all things K-S. First of all, our forthcoming CD "Mojo Cafe" is complete and is currently being mastered at Electric Wilburland in Newfield... Posted by on Sun, 27 Apr 2008 05:55:00 GMT |
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Kaplan-Shaw Update 4-6-08 |
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| Hi Friends,
The final edits for the songs comprising our forthcoming CD "Mojo Cafe" are complete! All that’s left to do is the mastering and pressing, so I’ll go out on a limb and est... Posted by on Sun, 06 Apr 2008 14:52:00 GMT |
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The State Of The Music Industry |
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I don't know about you, but I'm getting tired of the record company suits whining that their profits are dwindling (down 19% last year!). They invariably blame the kids for illegally downl... Posted by on Sat, 19 Jan 2008 07:31:00 GMT |
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