BAND NEWS
Happy New Year from Camp Reilly! Things are off to a great start. We’re happy to report our latest release, REILLY’S ROAD, was recently reviewed in the November/December 2011 issue of Blues Revue Magazine.
Michael Kinsman, Blues Revue Staff Writer, and President of Blues Lovers United of San Diego, says of the album, “Mike Reilly, a Southern California guitarist and singer, is making up for lost time with this recording. Reilly has been a mainstay on the West Coast for 25 years, playing blues in a variety of assemblages, but always in a band that knew precisely how the music should be played.” He adds, “Best known for his work as a slide guitarist for the bands of Elvin Bishop and Gregg Allman, Reilly displays his muscular guitar playing, clever songwriting, vocal skills, and arranging here.”
Our favorite line? “You have to admire Reilly as a singer, guitarist, and bandleader who skillfully capitalizes on the genre through his sheer enthusiasm and talent.” Many thanks to Michael and the entire Blues Revue staff!
For the complete review, be sure to pick up the November/December 2011 issue of Blues Revue Magazine, on newsstands now.
January 10, 2012 in PRESS by campreilly
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Happy Holidays from Camp Reilly! It’s been a good year and we have plenty to be thankful for. Looking back, it was a blast getting to reunite with the original Mike Reilly Band line up. We sounded like a finely tuned panhead by the time we hit our last note in October! It was also great to hang out with our friends Marshall Tucker and Elvin Bishop last summer.
No doubt, we got a lot done in a short amount of time. We managed to get three songs recorded for a new album that’s currently in the works. More on that in the new year. We’re also working on new Mike Reilly Band merchandise, including T-shirts, patches, and more. Thanks to everyone who’s been providing feedback and ideas!
On behalf of the band and myself, I would like to wish all my brothers and sisters a Happy Holiday Season and a Merry Christmas! We’ll be jumping back out in February in hopes of seeing old friends and making new ones.
A special shout to our friends at the Flying Eye Network and the House of Blues Radio Hour. Thanks for all you do!
Stay safe and Keep on Rockin!
Mike Reilly
Photos Courtesy of Jonathan Lamas
December 6, 2011 in PRESS by campreilly
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Good news Mike Reilly Band fans. This month our friend Elwood Blues will be giving away five autographed copies of Who’s Been Sleeping in My Bed on his weekly House of Blues Radio Hour show.
It’s easy to enter. Just go to TheBluesMobile.Com and click the “Contests” Tab. To enter the contest, click The Mike Reilly Band- Who’s Been Sleeping In My Bed “enter” link. If you’re a member of the Blues Brethren, you’re in! If you’re not, you will be redirected to a registration page.
The House of Blues Radio Hour is a weekly syndicated program hosted by Elwood Blues (a.k.a. Dan Aykroyd). Since 1993, the House of Blues Radio Hour has played blues and other forms of music which have their roots in the blues, such as R&B, soul and rock & roll. Featured guests have included BB King, Eric Clapton, Carlos Santana, Bonnie Raitt, John Lee Hooker and the Rolling Stones.
For more info visit TheBluesMobile.Com.
November 17, 2011 in PRESS by campreilly
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The Mike Reilly Band rocked the annual Siverado Fair on October 8th. Talk about a good time! The band would like to thank everyone who came out to show support. The Silverado performance was our first show back in Southern California after having hit the road for Utah in late September.
Speaking of dates, more shows are in the works. Be sure to check back soon. In the meantime, here’s a few photos from our Silverado outing. Rockin’ the Silverado Fair, one song at a time!
Photos Courtesy of Jonathan Lamas
October 17, 2011 in PRESS by campreilly
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Brother of the road Joel “Taz” DiGregorio, longtime keyboard player for the Charlie Daniels Band, has passed on from injuries in a car accident while he was in route to meet the tour bus for dates this weekend.
On behalf of my family and band, we’re very sorry for your loss. I’ve had the honor to perform on two of the CDB Volunteer Jams. For that, thank you brothers. Very proud to be associated with “Southern Rock”.
Rest in peace Taz. -Michael Joseph Reilly
October 13, 2011 in PRESS by campreilly
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