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Dennis Jones Band
Soaring Wings Blues Festival 2025
Soaring Wings Vineyard and Brewing
17111 S 138th St
Springfield, NE 68059
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Mark your calendars for the 21st Annual Soaring Wings Blues Fest on Saturday, June 7, 2025—an all-day celebration of soul-stirring blues kicking off in the afternoon and rocking into the night! This year’s lineup brings four incredible bands to the stage, each delivering their own electrifying take on the blues.
Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal, a Lincoln, Nebraska powerhouse formed in 2012, blending raucous funk and real-deal soul with a six-piece ensemble that’s toured 39 states and 9 countries. With influences from Stax and Motown, their latest album *Green Light* won Best Self-Produced Album at the 2022 International Blues Awards, and Hoyer’s gritty voice—featured on NBC’s *The Voice*—leaves it all on the table.
Next up, Tyron Benoit from Houma, Louisiana, brings a lifetime of musical roots—classic country, Cajun folk, and Ray Charles soul—honed through a combat tour in Desert Storm, jam sessions in post-Katrina New Orleans, and festival stages from Telluride to Switzerland.
Piper and the Hard Times, Nashville’s 2024 International Blues Challenge winners, fuse vintage blues flair with modern rock edge, led by Al “Piper” Green’s gospel-infused vocals and a rhythm section that grooves hard, fresh off their #1 Billboard Blues Chart debut *Revelation*.
Dennis Jones—a veteran who’s opened for Johnny Winter and Buddy Guy—delivers sizzling guitar solos and smooth vocals, hot off his 2023 Bobby Rush Blues Entertainer Award win and a nomination for Best Blues Rock Album at the 2025 BMAs with *About Time*. Four bands, one epic day of blues you won’t forget!
Nestled in the scenic Platte River valley, Soaring Wings Winery offers the perfect backdrop to enjoy a day of music, wine, beer, cocktails, food, and stunning sunsets. Savor our award-winning wines, available by the glass or bottle, and pair them with our delicious bites or your own picnic (please note, no outside alcohol is permitted). Bring your lawn chairs or blankets to relax in our amphitheater setting, and let these blues masters—from soulful funk to fiery fretwork—carry you through an unforgettable day.
Gates open at 1:00 PM, with music starting shortly after and running all day—full schedule to be announced. Tickets go on sale March 14th, required for entry—grab yours early to secure your spot for this milestone 21st Annual Blues Fest. Don’t miss this soul-shaking lineup at Soaring Wings Winery—where great wine meets the heart of the blues!
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Johnny Winter, Buddy Guy, and most recently, George Thorogood and Tinsley Ellis... after opening for these greats, and touring the US, Canada, and Europe for years, Dennis Jones and his band are now HEADLINING! Sizzling hot guitar solos. Smooth and soulful vocals. High-energy stage performance. Backed by a rhythm section that is second to none, this IS Dennis Jones. Check out a live show, and you’ll instantly agree, this band ROCKS the blues like NO other!
Dennis’s feet are firmly rooted in the past, yet his heart and soul are connected to the present. He writes songs that seamlessly blend the best of both worlds, presenting a unique and contemporary style of American rock and blues. And he isn’t afraid to tackle the controversial issues of today. Dennis Jones writes songs for other notable artists as well.
CD/DVD Releases
Since 2003, Dennis Jones has released 7 successful CDs, and a DVD, on his own label, Blue Rock Records. Each and every one of these has met with rave reviews. Not one to waist time, Dennis and his band recorded the new album "Soft Hard & Loud" during the Covid lock down. His music is being played on blues & roots radio stations around the world.
Top reviews.
The genre is contemporary blues, and Jones plays serious guitar with the heart of a bluesman and the soul of a Baptist minister. Oscar Jordan, Vintage Guitar Magazine
I highly recommend this album for anybody that loves and appreciates guitar Blues done Magnificently. Peter Merrett, PBS 106.7, Melbourne Australia
Movies
Babe’s & Ricky’s Inn is an award-nominated film documentary about a legendary Los Angeles blues club. Dennis Jones is one of the many talented musicians featured in the 2013 film alongside Keb’ Mo, Deacon Jones, and Barbara Morrison, to name a few. Additionally, Jon Lindstrom’s 2013 film, How We Got Away With It, features a Dennis Jones original tune, Passion for the Blues. The film entitled, Sea of Fear, featured Deep Blues, from his first album.
Blues Music Industry Taking Note
In January, 2014, Dennis Jones was honored to accept an invitation from the Blues Foundation to serve as a Judge at the International Blues Competition in Memphis, TN, as well as to host its annual All Star Jam on Beale St. Previously, in May, 2012, Dennis served as an onstage Awards Presenter at the Blues Music Awards. Back in 2004, Dennis Jones played in the Zac Harmon Band when they won the IBC!
It’s risky to make predictions, but if anyone has a legitimate shot at filling the blues guitar hero void it is Dennis Jones. He has the head, heart and hands to do it.” – Dave Rubin, “Keeping the Blues Alive” award winning journalism
Dennis continues to work hard to achieve the next level of musical success. Increased touring and greater exposure to new fans will undoubtedly make this band a household name. If you need some Blues You Can Rock To, then it’s time to check out Dennis Jones Band.
Quick Facts about Dennis Jones…·
Born and raised in Baltimore County, Maryland· Began playing guitar at age 13
Influences include Jimmy Page, Jimi Hendrix, Billy Gibbons
Lived + played in Europe in his late teens, where his musical style and tastes further developed
Stint with Brian O’Neal and the BusBoys, 2001-2003
Won the International Blues Competition, Memphis, 2004, as part of Zac Harmon’s Band
Performed on the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise, Pacific, October 2014
Produced 2011 DVD release, Live at the Temecula Theater
Award Presenter at the renowned Blues Music Awards in Memphis, TN, in 2012·
Produced Four Shades of Blue, live at the New Daisy Theater on Beale St., Memphis, TN, in May 2012, featuring the Dennis Jones Band, Zac Harmon, Eddie Turner, and special guest, Lazy Lester·
Opened for such greats as Johnny Winter, Buddy Guy, Dick Dale, and the Experience Hendrix Tour·
Plays popular and respected Blues Festivals around the US and the world including Mammoth Bluesapalooza, Doheny, Long Beach, Irvine Lake, Paramount, etc.· Tours of Europe, including Italy, France, Germany, Austria, Poland, Slovenia and Switzerland
Read MoreJohnny Winter, Buddy Guy, and most recently, George Thorogood and Tinsley Ellis... after opening for these greats, and touring the US, Canada, and Europe for years, Dennis Jones and his band are now HEADLINING! Sizzling hot guitar solos. Smooth and soulful vocals. High-energy stage performance. Backed by a rhythm section that is second to none, this IS Dennis Jones. Check out a live show, and you’ll instantly agree, this band ROCKS the blues like NO other!
Dennis’s feet are firmly rooted in the past, yet his heart and soul are connected to the present. He writes songs that seamlessly blend the best of both worlds, presenting a unique and contemporary style of American rock and blues. And he isn’t afraid to tackle the controversial issues of today. Dennis Jones writes songs for other notable artists as well.
CD/DVD Releases
Since 2003, Dennis Jones has released 7 successful CDs, and a DVD, on his own label, Blue Rock Records. Each and every one of these has met with rave reviews. Not one to waist time, Dennis and his band recorded the new album "Soft Hard & Loud" during the Covid lock down. His music is being played on blues & roots radio stations around the world.
Top reviews.
The genre is contemporary blues, and Jones plays serious guitar with the heart of a bluesman and the soul of a Baptist minister. Oscar Jordan, Vintage Guitar Magazine
I highly recommend this album for anybody that loves and appreciates guitar Blues done Magnificently. Peter Merrett, PBS 106.7, Melbourne Australia
Movies
Babe’s & Ricky’s Inn is an award-nominated film documentary about a legendary Los Angeles blues club. Dennis Jones is one of the many talented musicians featured in the 2013 film alongside Keb’ Mo, Deacon Jones, and Barbara Morrison, to name a few. Additionally, Jon Lindstrom’s 2013 film, How We Got Away With It, features a Dennis Jones original tune, Passion for the Blues. The film entitled, Sea of Fear, featured Deep Blues, from his first album.
Blues Music Industry Taking Note
In January, 2014, Dennis Jones was honored to accept an invitation from the Blues Foundation to serve as a Judge at the International Blues Competition in Memphis, TN, as well as to host its annual All Star Jam on Beale St. Previously, in May, 2012, Dennis served as an onstage Awards Presenter at the Blues Music Awards. Back in 2004, Dennis Jones played in the Zac Harmon Band when they won the IBC!
It’s risky to make predictions, but if anyone has a legitimate shot at filling the blues guitar hero void it is Dennis Jones. He has the head, heart and hands to do it.” – Dave Rubin, “Keeping the Blues Alive” award winning journalism
Dennis continues to work hard to achieve the next level of musical success. Increased touring and greater exposure to new fans will undoubtedly make this band a household name. If you need some Blues You Can Rock To, then it’s time to check out Dennis Jones Band.
Quick Facts about Dennis Jones…·
Born and raised in Baltimore County, Maryland· Began playing guitar at age 13
Influences include Jimmy Page, Jimi Hendrix, Billy Gibbons
Lived + played in Europe in his late teens, where his musical style and tastes further developed
Stint with Brian O’Neal and the BusBoys, 2001-2003
Won the International Blues Competition, Memphis, 2004, as part of Zac Harmon’s Band
Performed on the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise, Pacific, October 2014
Produced 2011 DVD release, Live at the Temecula Theater
Award Presenter at the renowned Blues Music Awards in Memphis, TN, in 2012·
Produced Four Shades of Blue, live at the New Daisy Theater on Beale St., Memphis, TN, in May 2012, featuring the Dennis Jones Band, Zac Harmon, Eddie Turner, and special guest, Lazy Lester·
Opened for such greats as Johnny Winter, Buddy Guy, Dick Dale, and the Experience Hendrix Tour·
Plays popular and respected Blues Festivals around the US and the world including Mammoth Bluesapalooza, Doheny, Long Beach, Irvine Lake, Paramount, etc.· Tours of Europe, including Italy, France, Germany, Austria, Poland, Slovenia and Switzerland
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