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  Anson and the Rockets Shoot Through the Ameristar Casino
      By Shannon

Anson Funderburgh and Sam MyersOn Friday, October 24, I saw the musical experience of Anson Funderburgh and the Rockets performing their Texas jump blues at the Bottleneck Blues Bar in St. Charles, Missouri. The band includes Anson Funderbrugh on lead guitar, Sam Myers on lead vocals and harp, John Street on piano, Wes Starr on drums, and Eric Przygocki on bass. However, I was pleasantly surprised when I saw that St. Louis’s own Dick Pruitt from the Belairs was sitting in on bass due to an unforeseen accident Mr. Przygocki encountered on the tour. The dance floor was hopping and the place was jam packed when I arrived at 9:30 pm. They are promoting their tenth album release, “Which Way Is Texas”.

Anson Funderburgh and the Rockets
Photo by Shannon

Photo by Shannon
Anson Funderburgh and Sam Myers
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  I must say that I was a bit disappointed last time I saw the band since it was at Generations. The band was first-rate, but the atmosphere left something to be desired. It was the opposite at the casino. I had a great time and the band sounded incredible. Anson’s playing is dazzling and Sam Myers lays down some tasty harmonica stylings and vocals. They present quite the blues team with an excellent band keeping it all in check. I don't recall the dance floor being empty during any one song. The crowd was enjoying it and the atmosphere at the Bottleneck is surprisingly bluesy for a casino when it's swarming with music lovers. The best (and unbelievable part) of the whole experience was that it was free to see these guys play! I was satisfied at the end of the night with my autographed copy of the new album, which smokes, by the way, and a good-bye to the band.


Sam Myers
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Anson Funderburgh and the Rockets
Photo by STLBlues
Anson Funderburgh
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   I did get a chance to speak briefly with Anson and John about St. Louis and their music. Both said they enjoyed playing here, but casino gigs can be tricky. Anson was a very laid-back guy with a Texan accent and the southern hospitality to go with it. He expressed his fondness for the blues fans here and appreciated the support. The band is in town playing the casino through Sunday, along with making an appearance at BB’s for Henry Townsend’s birthday party. From here, they head to Louisville, Kentucky for the next stop. You can visit AnsonandtheRockets.com for updates, merchandise, and tour information!
~ Shannon


Shannon
Shannon
has been busy covering the St. Louis Blues scene, you'll likely see her around town. The Illinois scene, the St. Charles scene......if there's good Blues music to be found, she's on the scene! Member of the STLBlues Street Team


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