The Ted Vaughn Blues Band

The Ted Vaughn Blues Band is known for their high-energy, raucous, live performances. You will hear both original award-winning blues as well as blues classics mixed with wild rockabilly and a dash of early rock n 'roll!
Clear the tables, 'cause your gonna be dancin' on 'em !!!

"The playing is tight, the sound is sharp....a blues persona all their own. Electrifying harmonica work."
-Mike DeGagne - All Music Guide

"A strong energy is a key weapon of the group...artists with an attitude! "
- Branimir Lockner, Time Machine Music
Belgrade, Serbia

Left Coast Roadshow's Kate Naiman says "The Ted Vaughn Blues Band has that different edge...a breath of fresh air! "
Known for their raucous, high-energy live performances, The Ted Vaughn Blues Band is gaining legions of fans worldwide. Individually, the members have shared venues with top artists such as John Fogerty (The Golliwogs, Creedence Clearwater Revival), Timothy B. Schmidt ( The New Breed, The Eagles), Ted Nugent, and blues icon Doug MacLeod. The band has shared stages with artists as varied as Grammy nominee John Nemeth, pop legend Kenny Loggins and Texas Blues Masters "Smokin'" Joe Kubek and Bnois King. The Ted Vaughn Blues Band has electrified blues lovers at some of the largest festivals in the country as well as smaller, more intimate venues.
Due to the popularity of their original music, The Ted Vaughn Blues Band was listed as one of the "Top Ten" bands for worldwide airplay on Jango internet radio.
Their long-awaited CD, "The Ted Vaughn Blues Band" was recently released on Harbinger Northwest Records and was recorded by the Platinum Award-winning production team of Leon-Forrest and Paul Carlsen (Nirvana, Greg Allman, The Doors). It has garnered critical acclaim worldwide and received a nomination for "CD of the Year" by Indie Music Digest.

Band Members

Ted Vaughn - Vocals and Blues Harp: Ted was born and raised in Texas and was heavily influenced by the blues sounds of "Lightnin' Hopkins", "Howlin' Wolf", his namesake, Stevie Ray Vaughan as well as country artists such as Waylon Jennings. Ted formed a friendship with the late Texas bluesman Willie Willis (The Wildcatters) and studied technique on the harmonica from such notable players as Charlie Musselwhite, Sam Meyers (Anson Funderburg and the Rockets), and James Harman. Ted has been interviewed in music publications from Greece to Australia and is a signed endorser for Bushman Harmonicas and Shaker Harmonica Microphones.

Clay "Bone" King - Guitars and Vocals: Clay was raised in Southern California where he found a love for the guitar and studied jazz with Warne Marsh, sax player for Charlie Parker. He also studied under jass virtuoso Joe Pass and Jimmy Wyble (Bob Wills and the Texas Playboys). He has shared stages with many of the world's finest musicians including Doug MacLeod and Corey Stevens. His musical influences include Albert King, Lightnin' Hopkins, and Stevie Ray Vaughan. He continues to be one of the most in-demand guitarists on the West coast and his performances with "The Ted Vaughn Blues Band" leave audiences spellbound.

Leon Forrest - Keyboards and Vocals: Leon formed his first band, "The Apollos" in the early 1960's. The band backed up national acts and rubbed shoulders with performers such as "The Yardbirds" and Janis Joplin. They often shared venues with "The Golliwogs" who later became "Creedence Clearwater Revival". Later, Leon formed the band "Firewind" which caught the attention of Gabriel Mekler, producer of "Three Dog Night" and "Steppenwolf". Today, Leon makes music from Seattle to Nashville and also wears the hat of producer, engineer, studio musician, and top dog at Harbinger Northwest Records.

Dave Stump- Bass Guitar and Backing Vocals: Dave started his musical career emulating the finest bass players of the day such as Mars Cowling, John Paul Jones, and Paul McCartney. He has studied and performed jazz, R&B, blues, funk, and country. You name it, he's played it! Dave has appeared with some of the world's finest musicians including members of the iconic blues/rock band "Savoy Brown". Dave tops off the rhythm section of The Ted Vaughn Blues Band. Tight, hot, and in the pocket!

Drawback Slim - Drums: Long recognized as one of the top drummers in the world of blues, Drawback has appeared with acts such as John Lee Hooker, the legendary James Cotton as well as Earl King, Curtis Salgado, and Lloyd Jones. As a younger man, he learned from his mentor Fats Domino. He is an incredible vocalist and showman in his own right.

The full band has four vocalists and will require an additional mic for the harmonica amp. Stage plot available on request. For smaller, more intimate venues we can appear as an acoustic trio. For festivals and larger venues, we are available as a four or five-piece act. If desired, we can bring out a blazin' horn section as well!