well I'm your guy for the blues here in Pattaya. I was he band leader and guitarist/singer, in the house band, at the Blues Factory, on Walking St., for 11 years. That was 5 to 7 nights a wk, depending on the year or season.
I just finished 2 and a half years at the Mood Blues Cafe', on Pratramnak Hill. That was 3 nights a wk. I've built a great reputation w/ both the expat community and tourists over the 15 yrs I've been here.
I also had another life before coming to Thailand where I was vary successful in the real blue scene.
I am interested. I will need a few more details to know if this something I can work out. Would the DJ still be playing during the Fri night? If so what kind of music would he be playing? What would be the hours of playing time? What is your budget? I know it's off season this will help me figure a group I can use. I also hope to make this successful enough to carry on into season, maybe with the addition of other nights; Blue Monday, Blues Day Tuesday or Sunday Afternoon Blues and BBQ. Also any perks like meals or rooms. This helps me decide on using local musicians or bringing some down from Bkk. I would actually like to use my local band. The drummer and bass player worked with me for 8 yrs at the BF, plus the yrs at Mood, and a great girl singer that adds to the drummer and myself singing lead. Knowing the budget let's be know if I can steal them away from a beer bar gig they are doing on Soi Bakow.
We will be playing at the Sandbar on Dong Tang Beach (Jomtain Beach) on Wed. The 15th starting at 7:15 - 9:45. If you would like to see that band.
Thanks for the opportunity, I know I'll be able to work out whatever you need for your venue.
I have attached an article from a local publication a few months ago. It gives a little more info on me. I also attached some photos of the band.
Thanks again!