Crossroads - Smak

Smak is a Serbian and former Yugoslav rock band from Kragujevac. The group reached the peak of popularity in the 1970s when it was one of the most notable acts of the former Yugoslav rock scene. The band's leader, guitarist Radomir Mihajlović, nicknamed "Točak" ("The Wheel"), is considered one of the most influential guitarists on the former Yugoslav rock scene. Formed in 1971 by the guitarist Radomir Mihajlović "Točak" and drummer Dejan Stojanović "Kepa", the band did not get a default lineup until 1975 by which time bassist Zoran Milanović, vocalist Boris Aranđelović and keyboard player Laza Ristovski consisted the official band membership. However, after recording their eponymous debut album, Ristovski left the band and the remaining quartet recorded their subsequent albums with various keyboard players before disbanding in 1981. After brief reunions in the period between 1986 and 1992, the band was reformed by the two founding members with younger musicians, vocalist Dejan Najdanović "Najda", the second drummer Dejan Stojanović "Kepa Jr.", second guitarist Milan Milosavljević "Mikica" and bassist Vlada Samardžić. During the late 1990, the latter was replaced by the bassist Slobodan Marković "Sale" who performed with the band until 2002 when Smak disbanded once again. The remaining members from the last lineup, with the new bassist Miloš Petrović reunited in 2010, and in 2012 the default lineup of the band made a one-off reunion.  

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Zajdi Zajdi - R.M. Tocak

Radomir Mihailović (Serbian Cyrillic: Радомир Михаиловић), also known as Točak (Serbian Cyrillic: Точак; trans. The Wheel), is a Serbian rock guitarist. He is best known as the guitarist for the Serbian and former Yugoslav rock band Smak. Mihailović is considered one of the top and most influential guitarists of former Yugoslav rock scene. If you support live Blues acts, up and coming Blues talents and want to learn more about Blues news and Fathers of the Blues, -  ”LIKE” ---Bman’s Blues Report--- Facebook Page! I’m looking for great talent and trying to grow the audience for your favorites band!

Blues u parku - Smak

Smak (Serbian Cyrillic: Смак; trans. Endtime) is a Serbian and former Yugoslav rock band from Kragujevac. The group reached the peak of popularity in the 1970s when it was one of the most notable acts of the former Yugoslav rock scene. The band's leader, guitarist Radomir Mihajlović, nicknamed "Točak" ("The Wheel"), is considered one of the most influential guitarists on the former Yugoslav rock scene. Formed in 1971 by the guitarist Radomir Mihajlović "Točak" and drummer Dejan Stojanović "Kepa", the band did not get a default lineup until 1975 by which time bassist Zoran Milanović, vocalist Boris Aranđelović and keyboard player Laza Ristovski consisted the official band membership. However, after recording their eponymous debut album, Ristovski left the band and the remaining quartet recorded their subsequent albums with various keyboard players before disbanding in 1981. After brief reunions in the period between 1986 and 1992, the band was reformed by the two founding members with younger musicians, vocalist Dejan Najdanović "Najda", the second drummer Dejan Stojanović "Kepa Jr.", second guitarist Milan Milosavljević "Mikica" and bassist Vlada Samardžić. During the late 1990, the latter was replaced by the bassist Slobodan Marković "Sale" who performed with the band until 2002 when Smak disbanded once again. The remaining members from the last lineup, with the new bassist Miloš Petrović reunited in 2010, recording several new songs and rehearsing for a comeback tour. “To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson If you support live Blues acts, up and coming Blues talents and want to learn more about Blues news and Fathers of the Blues, -  ”LIKE” ---Bman’s Blues Report--- Facebook Page! I’m looking for great talent and trying to grow the audience for your favorites band!

Hoochie Coochie Man - Texas Flood

Nesa Zlatanovic - vocal, guitar Nenad Knezevic - bass Vlajko Golubovic - drums Band from Belgrade, Serbia, “To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson If you support live Blues acts, up and coming Blues talents and want to learn more about Blues news and Fathers of the Blues, -  ”LIKE” ---Bman’s Blues Report--- Facebook Page! I’m looking for great talent and trying to grow the audience for your favorites band!

Dust My Broom - Blues Halter

The band formed in the mid 1980s in Novi Sad. Former members were Tibor Nadj, Zoltan Botka, Ferenc Pavlik and Tibor Kedves. Soon they were some personal changes. In the mid 1990s Lady Ann join the band and stay there a couple of sucessful years.
They were lot of members: Guitars: Maha, Miroslav, Nenad Bass: Kedvi, Miroslav, Oleg, Ljuba, Karlo, Nemanja, Goran Keyboard: Zoltan Drums: Ferenc, Djole, Bojan, Zoran, Zeljko Vocals: Maha, Anamarija
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Ana Popovic’s new CD Unconditional has proven to be a smashing success

BILLBOARD Ana Popovic’s new CD Unconditional has proven to be a smashing success right out the gate. The album debuted on the Billboard Blues Chart at #11 the week ending September 3, 2011, and so far has spent a total of seven weeks on the chart with a peak position of #7. Additionally, Unconditional also appeared on Billboard’s Heatseekers Album Chart for three weeks hitting its peak position there at #36. PRI'S THE WORLD American blues greatly influenced a young Ana Popovic. She grew up in Belgrade, in what was then Yugoslavia. Now this Serbian blues musician has released her new album "Unconditional." It was recorded in New Orleans and Ana Popovic tells anchor Marco Werman that there are similarities between the crescent city and Belgrade. To listen to this inteview visit http://www.theworld.org/2011/08/serbian-blues-musician-ana-popovic/   11/04/11: Unna, Germany – Lindenbrauerei 11/05/11: Freundenburg, Germany – Ducsaal 11/11/11: Bremen, Germany – Meisenfrei 11/12/11: Lubeck, Germany – Riders Café 11/18/11: Vlissingen, The Netherlands – Het Arsenaal Theater 11/19/11: Rheinberg, Germany – Schwarzer Adler 11/21/11: Ruiselede, Belgium – Banana Peel 11/24/11: Esslingen, Germany – Dieselstrasse 11/25/11: Burgbernheim, Germany – Rossmuhle 12/03/11: Bonn, Germany – Harmonie 01/28/12: Kemi, Finland – Pakkasukko Blues & Jazz Fest 02/10/12: Mumbai, India – Mahindra Blues Festival 03/17/12: Burghausen, Germany – B Jazz Festival 03/30/12: Salaise-Sur-Sanne , France – Salaise Blues Festival 03/31/12: Samoens, France – Le Bois Aux Dames 07/28/12: Cape Cod, MA – Private Event 08/18/12: Lebanon, OR – Harvest Moon Blues Fest 08/24/12: Sierre, Switzerland – Sierre Blues Festival 10/27/12: San Diego, CA – Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise 10/28/12: San Diego, CA – Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise10/29/12: San Diego, CA – Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise 10/30/12: San Diego, CA – Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise 10/31/12: San Diego, CA – Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise 11/01/12: San Diego, CA – Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise 11/02/12: San Diego, CA – Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise 11/23/12: Bergheim, Germany – Medio.Rhein.Erft 11/24/12: Dortmund, Germany – Musiktheater Piano 11/30/12: Munster, Germany – Hot Jazz Club 12/01/12: Aschaffenburg, Germany – Colos-Saal 12/06/12: Bremen, Germany – Meisenfrei 12/07/12: Lubeck, Germany – Riders Café 12/08/12: Flensburg, Germany – Roxy Music Hall05/04/13: Unna, Germany - Lindenbrauerei

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ANA POPOVIC "UNCONDITIONAL" Tour Schedule

Ana Popovic is widely regarded as one of world's very best female guitar-players. Her new album, "Unconditional," was recorded at the famous Piety Street recording studios in New Orleans and is Ana's sixth studio release. It was produced by Ana Popovic and Grammy Award winning producer John Porter. "I recorded in eclectic cities like Memphis and Los Angeles, but always wanted to go to New Orleans to capture something of their rich musical history," says Popovic who was born in Belgrade, Serbia. "I loved being in New Orleans for a period of three months. I love everything about that city - its vibe, spirit and optimism, and not to forget, hospitality and kindness of the people. I think it influenced the album in more ways than just musically."



Popovic was recently honored to appear as a special guest at B.B. King's German shows. Her previous studio release, "Still Making History" made its way to #3 on the U.S. Billboard blues chart for a total of 19 weeks. On 2011's "Unconditional," Ana truly is a guitar goddess – illustrating a daring slide on a powerful guitar record that presents a soulful fusion of contemporary and classic blues. The album features a representation of New Orleans' finest musicians such as renowned slide guitarist Sonny Landreth, the amazing Jon Cleary and David Torkanowski on Hammond B3 and piano, Calvin Turner on bass and Doug Belote on drums. "I was fortunate to have the fabulous Sonny Landreth - my slide idol since my Belgrade years - to play on the album, a dream come true,'' says Popovic. Also the incredible harp player Jason Ricci makes a guest appearance.

08/19/11: Wausau, WI – Big Bull Falls Blues Festival

08/20/11: Norwich, NY – Chenango Blues Festival

08/21/11: Buffalo, NY – Sportemens Tavern

08/24/11: Annapolis, MD – Ram's Head w/ Walter Trout

08/25/11: New York City, NY – Hill Country BBQ

08/26/11: Teaneck, NJ – Mexicali Live

08/27/11: Rockland, ME – MV Monhegan Cruise

08/28/11: Marshfield, MA – North River Blues Festival

09/03/11: Long Beach, CA – Long Beach Blues Festival

09/05/11: Roanoke, VA – Blue 5

09/07/11: Omaha, NE – TBA

09/08/11: Lincoln, NE – Zoo Bar

09/09/11: Columbia, MO – Roots 'N' Blues BBQ Festival

09/10/11: Kansas City, MO - Knucklehead's w/ Walter Trout

09/11/11: Wichita, KS – Brickyard W/ Walter Trout

09/13/11: San Angelo, TX – Sealy Flats

09/14/11: Austin, TX – Antone's

09/15/11: San Antonio, TX – Sam's Burger Joint

09/16/11: Houston, TX – Dan Electro's

09/17/11: Grapevine, TX – Grapefest

09/23/11: San Francisco, CA – Biscuits & Blues

09/24/11: San Luis Obispo, CA – SLO Vets Hall

09/25/11: Guerneville, CA – Russian River Jazz & Blues Festival

09/29/11: Kaiserslautern, Germany – Kammgarn Int. Blues Festival

09/30/11: Bocholt, Germany – Alte Molkerei

10/01/11: Bielefeld, Germany – Jazz Club Beilefeld

10/06/11: Prague, Czech Republic – Lucerna Music Bar

10/07/11: Uhersky Brod., Czech Republic – Dum Kultur

10/08/11: Nuess, Germany – Hamtorkrug

10/09/11: Hoogland, The Netherlands – De Noot

10/12/11: Redange, Luxembourg – L'inoui Theater

10/13/11: Redange, Luxembourg – L'inoui Theater

10/20/11: Oslo, Norway – Oslo Bluesclubb

10/21/11: Finnsnes, Norway – Rocktober Festival

11/04/11: Unna, Germany – Lindenbrauerei

11/05/11: Freudenburg, Germany – Ducsaal

11/11/11: Bremen, Germany – Meisenfrei

11/12/11: Lubeck, Germany – Riders Café

11/18/11: Vlissingen, The Netherlands – Het Arsenaaltheater

11/19/11: Rheinberg, Germany – Schwarzer Adler

11/21/11: Ruiselede, Belgium – Banana Peel

11/24/11: Esslingen, Germany – Dieselstrasse

11/25/11: Burgbernheim, Germany – Rossmuhle

11/26/11: Tongeren, Belgium – Rockstage

12/01/11: Aschaffenburg, Germany – Colos-saal

12/06/11: Bremen, Germany – Meisenfrei

12/07/11: Lubeck, Germany – Riders Café

12/08/11: Flensburg, Germany – Roxy Music Hall

12/15/11: Dortmund, Germany – Musiktheater Piano

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Unconditional - Ana Popovic New release review

Just got the newest release from Ana Popovic. The album is really well produced and the guitar playing is actually really really tasty. Anyone who has heard Ana before knows what to expect from her vocals. In some cases I think she is just a little too polished but as I write this I listen to "One Room Country Shack" and it is a perfect blend of more raw vocal and hot blistering guitar riffs... "worth the price of admission" as they say. The cd also features the incredible slide guitar talents of Sonny Landreth and Bluesharp man Jason Ricci. I'll be listening to this for a few days to let it settle in. My first impression after listening to it only 2 or 3 times is "parts are great and parts are good". The guitar playing is consistent and interesting throughout. I'm a hard guy to please so that's a good rating.

House Burning Down - Ana Popovic

Ana Popović (Serbian Cyrillic: Ана Поповић, born 1976, Belgrade, Serbia) is a blues guitarist and singer.
Ana Popović's father first introduced her to the blues, through an extensive record collection and sessions hosted at the family home. Popović founded her first serious band at age nineteen. Within a year, she was playing outside of Yugoslavia and opening shows for American blues icons like Junior Wells. Her band Hush released their debut album, Hometown in 1998. The next year, Popović relocated to the Netherlands to study jazz guitar. She quickly became a fixture on the Dutch blues scene and soon ventured into neighboring Germany. Today Ana and her 4-piece band are booked all over the globe, playing major blues / jazz and rock festivals all over Europe, the US and Canada.

In 2003, she was nominated for a W. C. Handy Award in the United States.
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Navajo

I think when Son House said blues wasn't meant for jumpin he was picturing Ana Popovic. Ana Popović's father first introduced her to the blues, through an extensive record collection and sessions hosted at the family home. Popović founded her first serious band at age nineteen. Within a year, she was playing outside of Yugoslavia and opening shows for American blues icons like Junior Wells. Her band Hush released their debut album, Hometown in 1998. The next year, Popović relocated to the Netherlands to study jazz guitar. She quickly became a fixture on the Dutch blues scene and soon ventured into neighboring Germany. Today Ana and her 4-piece band are booked all over the globe, playing major blues / jazz and rock festivals all over Europe, the US and Canada.

In 2003, she was nominated for a W. C. Handy Award in the United States.
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