Jimmy Adler Band

Pittsburgh, PA

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Travels up to 200 miles

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Overview

Jimmy Adler packs passion and energy into every performance! He is noted for his elegant phrasing and clean guitar tone, as well as his sweet slide sounds. Whether performing as a trio, or with piano, sax, or horn section, Jimmy channels the essence of the blues with his clean guitar tones always in the forefront. Audiences respond to the passion and spontaneity of their live shows. Jimmy always delivers exciting performances in a professional manner! He is a great entertainer and easy to work with.

Popular with Blues Dance and Swing Dance Crowds. Having a Cocktail Party? Jimmy also performs instrumental jazz flavored music for cocktail parties at weddings and other events.


Reviews

2 reviews

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Jason S.

January 3, 2025
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Top Notch

Jimmy has some unbelievable talent. We hire bands 3 to 4 times a year and go to several concerts and he has to be the best musician that I have ever heard. His style of music is intoxicating and perfect for any crowd of people provides for an excellent vibe and definitely gets people on the floor that wouldn’t normally dance.

All the band members were very talented as well, and everybody was very pleasant and easy to deal with. They came equipped with a pianist, a drummer, a base player, and of course, Jimmy on the guitar and vocals.

Their style is not just raw blues but for me it had somewhat of a 1950’s vibe at times.

We plan to have them back yearly.

From someone with experience booking bands, they are Top Notch. And I am confident anybody that books them will be extremely pleased..

Hired as: 1950s Era Entertainment, Blues Band

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Jimmy Adler Band

Jason, thank you for the stellar review! We loved the party and your hospitality. You and Brandy really pay attention to detail. You had outstanding food choices and friendly party guests. We appreciate your thoughtfulness and look forward to returning!


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Jessica L.

September 7, 2017
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Great music and showmanship!

Although Jimmy could not make it to our wedding he set us up with another killer blues band, Eugene and the Nightcrawlers a couple months in advance.

Hired as: Blues Band

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About

Always gritty, soulful, and sweet, this Pittsburgh-based guitarist is a respected performer who continues to expand his journey and make new fans and friends along the way.

Jimmy Adler is a bandleader with charisma and magnetic stage presence who has played many styles that are always steeped in the blues, yet always stamped with his unmistakable touch.

Jimmy plays mostly original songs from his 6 CDs that are steeped in the roots of Americana music.
Although based in Pittsburgh, Adler has thrilled audiences from the West Coast, over the pond to France, and many points in between. Jimmy is a live-wire entertainer who packs passion and energy into every performance!

Simply put, Jimmy Adler has great style, tone, and feel, and his playing is very satisfying.

Media Quotes:
“Guaranteed Excitement for fans of straight-ahead blues guitar.” Blues Revue Magazine

“Adler romps, jumps and wails… with infectious dynamism. His playing slides and swings… and you might hear suggestions of Joe Cocker or Dr. John when Adler vocally lets loose. The band clearly knows how to boogie and swing.” Gordon Spencer, Pittsburgh Magazine

“Adler showcases his singing, songwriting and guitar skills through a variety of styles. His playing is ferocious, yet he makes it sound so smooth and easy. Not to mention very good.” Jim White, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“They’re one of my favorite bands. I could dance to them all night!” Bobby D., owner and dance instructor @ Swing City

“Jimmy’s style of blues is reminiscent of grandma’s pot roast… this is one damn good meal that will leave everyone satisfied… Adler does have a strong raspy voice and the band are clearly good players that any lover of the blues would appreciate.” George Raker, The Front Magazine

“Adler’s songs are superbly built and finely worked, which makes it possible to confirm the mastery of a guitarist who is concise and inspired, but also to discover Jimmy’s frightening slide guitar effectiveness.” Blues & Co. Magazine, France

Services offered

Past booked events

December 2024

31

Tuesday

New Year's Party

9:00pm - 12:00am (Wed)

North Lawrence, OH

September 2017

03

Sunday

Wedding Reception

5:30pm - 9:00pm

Ambridge, PA

August 2017

04

Friday

Nonprofit Event

5:00pm - 8:00pm

New Wilmington, PA

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