Ronnie Earl Performs at Infinity Hall January 19

Hartford, CT- Ronnie Earl and the Broadcasters perform at Infinity Hall this Saturday January 19 in support of their latest release, The Luckiest Man. Show Details & Tix The Broadcasters have gone through a few personnel changes in recent years, but the current incarnation of the band proves to be a strong ensemble. Diane Blue earned her position as front-person in the band since she matches Mr. Earl’s intensity on guitar in the manner that she delivers her soul-drenched vocals. Diane Blue & Ronnie Earl Performing "I'd Rather Go Blind" "I'd Rather Go Blind" Alt. Take

The Luckiest Man is dedicated to former bassist, Jim Mouradian who passed away in January 2016 while on tour in Connecticut. Mouradian was a beloved figure on the New England music scene where he was known as a top tier luthier and an even better human being. The album title is a nod to Mouradian’s mantra, “I’m the luckiest man you know — and I don’t even know who you know.”

Musically, this recording delivers exactly what Ronnie Earl fans have grown accustom to hearing from this jazz inflected blues outfit. Earl’s sweet tone and perfect dynamics permeate the entire project. Ronnie maintains the ability to deliver guitar solos that can overshadow those with whom he’s playing but that is not the case on this release. The Luckiest Man proves to be a group effort. Relatively new cohorts include: Paul Kochanski on bass and Forrest “Frosty” Padgett on drums. Diane Blue’s vocals demonstrate range, power and soul that is aimed straight at the heart of the listener. Dave Lamina’s work on the keys rises to the level of other stalwarts to occupy that chair such as Ron Levy, Bruce Katz, Tony Z, David Maxwell and Anthony Geraci. In fact, Gercai and his bandmates from Sugar Ray and the Bluetones join the Broadcasters on Long Lost Conversation. Ray Norcia delivers amazing vocals and some world class harp. Other guests include: Nicholas Tabarias (Guitar), Mark Earley (Baritone Sax), Mario Perrett (Tenor Sax) and Peter Ward (Guitar).

Ronnie Earl sought to gather several friends to produce what, in his own words, would be “a traditional blues album of remembrance, love and unwavering resolve to live with faith and gratitude.” The Luckiest Man, Jim Mouradian, undoubtedly knows he was loved by many and Mr. Earl’s latest work will stand as a testament to that fact.

Mr. Carty produced and hosted blues, jazz and American roots radio shows in Boston and Pittsburgh. He booked legendary acts such as Jay Geils, Big Jack Johnson, Alvin "Youngblood" Hart, Steady Rollin' Bob Margolin to name a few. As a concert producer he has worked with members of the Allman Brothers, Guns and Roses, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Bad Company, Chuck Berry, Alice Cooper, Kiss and many others. Jim was proudly tapped as the host of the Centennial Celebration of the Blues at Tanglewood. He spent several years as an Old Lyme resident in his youth and he has recently returned home to the Connecticut Shoreline. Contact at: jcbc93@gmail.com