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Bluedog is a 7 member Native American Blues-Rock group hailing from the "Twin Cities" of Minnesota. Bringing their unique style of hard-edged blues based song stylings to the public with the release of their debut recording "From All Directions". The recording of this incredible debut was accomplished through their work with acclaimed producer Tony Palmer at One Feather Recording Studios in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The recording was nominated for two Native American Music Awards (Best Blues and Debut Artist) and one Indian Summer Music Award (Best Blues) in 2006. The recording captures the high energy and instantly recognizable influences that bring this band to the forefront of the Native American contemporary music genre. Powered by the songwriting of Eric (Ponca Nation) & Joni Weston-Buffalohead (Bdewakantowan/Sisseton), this nine song recording is one of the most talked about and anticipated new releases in 2005. High octane guitar based compositions with a wide range of musical influences including Jimi Hendrix, Santana and Indigenous.....this band rocks the roof at every performance
Ancestry: Native American
Language: English
Genre: Blues
Albums
Group Members
- Eric Buffalohead
- Joni Buffalohead
- Chuck Davis
- Jeremy Claymore
- Jimmy Corbett
- Alexandra Buffalohead
- Rev Hillstrom
- Eli Buffalohead
- Ira Buffalohead
Biography
Bluedog is a 7 member Native American Blues-Rock group hailing from the "Twin Cities" of Minnesota. Bringing their unique style of hard-edged blues based song stylings to the public with the release of their debut recording "From All Directions". The recording of this incredible debut was accomplished through their work with acclaimed producer Tony Palmer at One Feather Recording Studios in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The recording was nominated for two Native American Music Awards (Best Blues and Debut Artist) and one Indian Summer Music Award (Best Blues) in 2006. The recording captures the high energy and instantly recognizable influences that bring this band to the forefront of the Native American contemporary music genre. Powered by the songwriting of Eric (Ponca Nation) & Joni Weston-Buffalohead (Bdewakantowan/Sisseton), this nine song recording is one of the most talked about and anticipated new releases in 2005. High octane guitar based compositions with a wide range of musical influences including Jimi Hendrix, Santana and Indigenous.....this band rocks the roof at every performance
Band Biography Joni Buffalohead-Lead Vocal: [Bdewakantowan/Dakota] Co-founder and singer-songwriter, Joni got her start in music as a conga and bongos player. She quickly developed an interest in vocals and took off from there. The Bluedog band was founded to give Joni the opportunity to be co-lead vocalist in a blues rock band. Eric Buffalohead-Guitar: [Ponca] Co-founder and lead guitarist, Eric has been playing in bands for over twenty years. In that time he has covered various categories of music including; classic rock, oldies, blues, country and reggae. His real love is in the genre of blues and the Bluedog band has been his chance to play the music that is in his heart. Dwight Blackdeer Steele-Bass: [Ho-Chunk] As the newest member of the band Dwight brings a wealth of experience to the band. Having played bass his whole life he has been in several bands including the first "All Ho-Chunk" lineup out of Black River Falls, WI. Chuck Davis-Conga/Bongos and Timbales: [Lakota] Congas and Bongos, Chuck joined Bluedog after a long stint of touring nationally with Brule. Chuck has had a long career in music that has taken him around the United States. His playing abilities add new dimensions to the Bluedog sound. Jeremy Claymore-Drums: [Lakota] Jeremy joined the Bluedog band signing on in April of 2005. His style adds a new energy to the band. Having played in numerous original and cover bands in the Rapid City area he is a welcome addition to the band. Alexandra Buffalohead-Backing Vocals, Keyboard: [Bdewakantowan/Dakota] Alex is the youngest member Bluedog lineup. The daughter of lead vocalist Joni and lead guitarist Eric, Alex has the ability to emulate her mothers voice exactly. She has provided well rounded backing vocals and has recently put years of piano lesson to use by playing keyboard. Jimmy Corbett-Blues Harp: [Lakota] Jimmy's blues harp adds an essential blues element to the Bluedog sound. Jimmy "sat in" with the band at Mole Lake in August of 2005 and has been with us ever since.
Reviews:
" Bluedog is one self assured blues band with a brassy lead singer with a voice that will knock you out! Great guitar work, songwriting and production makes this a band that is going to make some BIG noise! A fantastic debut recording." Brian Hendrickson, Native American Music Director, WFHB Community Radio-Bloomington, Indiana.
"...a wonderful musical experience... the up and coming blues-rock band BlueDog, is a powerhouse group features great musicianship and the searing vocal talents of Joni Buffalohead, a cross between Etta James and Janis Joplin..." The Albuquerque Alibi.
"...who would have guessed that from the frozen tundra of Minnesota a flame spitting blues band could emerge...shadows of Hendrix and SRV abound..." Dale Katz, The Carbondale Gazette.
"The new release, "From All Directions" by Oyate Music artists BlueDog, is a top notch recording in the blues-rock genre. This very talented group from Minnesota show it's musical and songwriting chops on this excellent nine song debut. Masterfully recorded by acclaimed award winning producer Tony Palmer (Breeds, RavenHeart, Robbie Robertson, Native Thunder) every song on this recording is emotional and heartfelt in its delivery. From the opening chords of "Little Ol' Feelin" to the final etude on the final track, there is never a dull moment and the vocal stylings of lead singer Joni Buffalohead are a joy to listen to throughout this wonderful release. Another hit from Oyate Music! 5 STARS!" Sally Jurgenson- News From Indian Country.
A noteworthy CD released in 2005 that escaped our attention at the time is From All Directions by BlueDog (Oyate Music), a five-piece rockin' blues band from the Twin Cities area. The nine high-energy tracks were co-written by Eric Buffalohead (Ponca) and vocalist Joni Weston-Buffalohead (Mdewakantonwan/Sisseton).
Native Peoples Magazine.
