The
Casino Queen Beach
Blast
is one of the best Blues events you'll likely find anywhere! 500 tons
of sand made the "Beach", and the "Blast" began with
the excitement of the Fair
St. Louis air show, followed by the musical talent of Kelley
Hunt, Johnnie Johnson,
Shemekia Copeland,
with a special appearance by Hall Of Fame Football player Jackie
Smith. Following the music was the 4th of July Fair St. Louis fireworks
display under the Arch. The evening was far from done, as after the fireworks,
the legendary John
Mayall & the Blues Breakers took the stage! The Blues breakers
formed in 1963, and thier first recordings had a distinct R'n'B feel to
them. When Eric
Clapton came on board from the Yardbirds early in '65 they switched
to a more purist blues sound. Fast forward almost 30 years later, and
this british musical icon is still out here performing- for a very appreciative
crowd - and was a great ending for a really fun event! Enjoy
our gallery, just click each image for a larger one!
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