Blue Moon Marquee write and perform original compositions influenced by anything that swings, jumps, or grooves. A.W. Cardinal (vocals/guitar) and Jasmine Colette a.k.a. Badlands Jass (vocals/bass/drums) have played for crowds at jazz clubs, dance halls, folk venues, blues haunts, hospitals, prisons, markets, motorcycle joints, dive bars and prestigious festival stages.
Cardinal’s distinctive and soulful vocals barrel out like a raging bull while his guitar crackles with the swinging energy of jazz-tinged blues. Colette not only commands the upright bass but also brings the rhythm with her feet on a custom foot drum kit, all while singing in her signature honey-dipped tone.
The result of nine years of rigorous touring, crisscrossing Europe and North America, is a distinct energy and style from this acclaimed duo. Awarded a Juno for best Blues Album of 2024 for “Scream, Holler & Howl” and three Maple Blues Awards in 2023, Blue Moon Marquee are at the top of their game.
Review
“A.W. and Jasmine are poised for worldwide recognition in a brilliant and unique genre-bending ride through American blues and folk, Gypsy jazz, Native American themes, jump blues, swing and more. These century-old traditions have been redefined and delivered in a new light here. They are astounding in their depth, groove and soul” - Duke Robillard, Grammy Award-winning guitar player and producer.
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