The Buddy Blake Band

Pensacola, FL

$500-2500

Travels up to 200 miles

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Something’ For Nothin’

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Overview

"Rock-South" Traditional American Rock, Southern Rock, Blues Rock and Power Pop-Rock band from Northwest Florida, featuring the songs of Blake Bell and Buddy Bolter. Their latest album, "Undiscovered", debuts nationwide, August 26, 2016. It is a compilation of guitar driven rock songs including, "Everybody Knows," "Touching the Ground" and "Sea."

The duo is heavily influenced by the Classic Rock sound of Cheap Trick, The Drive-By Truckers, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Allman Brothers, Led Zeppelin and the Cure to name a few. It is guitar driven rock with lyrics that resonate with the listener on multiple levels. Real Eyes performs with a rhythm section consisting of drums & bass.


Reviews

2 reviews

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Sherrie S.

July 5, 2017
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Highly recommend!

Prompt, courteous gentlemen. Worked with us on requests. Professional. I highly recommend this group.

Hired as: Classic Rock Band, Rock Band


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Karen Y.

August 29, 2016

Love this music*Real Eyes* Undiscovered rocks!

I have already listened to my new CD, Undiscovered by Real Eyes of Pensacola, FL, about three or four times. This new album Undiscovered really rocks. Undiscovered was just released August 26, 2016. Hot new music! Listen folks, if you like great music give this album a listen! You can find it now on Amazon.com.

Hired as: Rock Band

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Booking information

Price range: $500-2500

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes

What to expect

Great musicianship and improvisation that elicits great sound and effect from covers that are familiar to the audience. Interesting and pleasing.

About

A Rock and Roll Drive with The Who riding shotgun – Counting Crows, REM, Grand Funk and Zeppelin in the backseat of a car once owned by Tom Petty. The interior is made up of Buddy Bolter (Lead Guitar) and Blake Bell (vocals, rhythms), while under the hood is Tom McMillan (Bass) and Bob Matteson (Drums).

Meet The Buddy Blake Band: a modern classic rock band hailing from Pensacola, Florida. With a rock and roll drive reminiscent of The Who, and influences like Zeppelin, REM, Grand Funk and Counting Crows, their sound is a harmonious blend of nostalgia and fresh vibes.

TBBB features the pairing of two dynamic duos Buddy Bolter on lead guitar and Blake Bell on vocals, rhythm guitar, and keys, and Bob Matteson on drums and Tom McMillan on bass, keys, and guitars that hold down the rhythm section.

The Buddy Blake Band is a self-contained band, handling everything from writing and recording to producing and promoting their music. Their unique sound, though familiar, captivates listeners with a universal appeal.

Recording their basic tracks "live in studio”, they have honed their process over time, ensuring an authentic and energetic sound. With over a hundred tracks on SoundCloud and counting, their blistering recording schedule and continuous flow of new ideas keep the music fresh and exciting.

Releasing their 11th album, in December, 2023, entitled “Lawrence of Albuquerque,” the band has received some positive press:
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You can catch their music on various platforms, including Bandcamp, YouTube, Pandora, and Spotify, where they showcase their talent and dedication to their craft. Follow them on their Various Links: Facebook and Twitter, or visit their website (link hidden) to stay up-to-date with their latest releases and happenings.

Past booked events

July 2017

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Saturday

Nightclub Event

8:00pm - 12:00am (Sun)

Crestview, FL

Set list

Sweet home Alabama -Lynyrd Skynyrd
Beast of Burden-Rolling Stones
Gimme Shelter-Rolling Stones
For What It’s Worth-Buffalo Springfield
Signs-3MEB
New Years Day-U2
Take It Easy-The Eagles
Already Gone-The Eagles
One Way Out-Allman Bros
All Right Now-Free
KEEP YOUR HANDS TO YOURSELF-Georgia Satellites
All Summer Long -Kid Rock
Mary Jane’s Last Dance-Tom Petty
GIMME THREE STEPS -Lynyrd Skynyrd
The Weight-The Band
CAN’T YOU SEE-Marshall Tucker Band
Wagon Wheel-Old Crow Medicine Show
Roadhouse Blues-Doors
FREE FALLING-Tom Petty
Learn To Fly-Foo Fighters
Who Are You -The Who
Pinball Wizard-The Who

Influences and inspiration

THE WHO, zeppelin, is Drive-By Truckers, REO Speedwagon, Kings of Leon, Needtobreathe, Boston, Rush, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Foo Fighters, Cheap Trick, Yes, The Beatles

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