Author: mitzib1

The gifts of Mitzi Beliveau I always loved to write, but my English was not that good. I spoke some French with my English, and I was also speaking Latin. I was teased at elementary school when I first attended both by the students and the teacher. Yes, I was shamed by the teachers because of my French accent. In first grade, the teachers placed me in speech therapy, and then I was taught proper English. I then forgot my French language. I only spoke English from then on. Now I wish I still knew the French and Latin words. I then had scarlet fever in the latter part of the first grade when I was learning English. This disease caused the hearing problems I had lifelong. Learning was difficult, and English was difficult, So I turned to write, it was an outlet for my feelings. I now write to learn the language and become better at it. I believe if there is something is difficult, I should practice it daily. So I write about my life, the people I meet and my love of music. I hope you enjoy what I write and excuse little mistakes I make from time to time in writing in English. After all, I believe my mind is still in French and Latin! My first two languages. I hope you enjoy my blogs.

Solid Gold Band

by mitzib1, posted in Bar, Bar and Restaurant, Blues, Country Music, Dancing, Easy Listening Music, Minneapolis/Saint Paul area, Minnesota, Motown Music, Music, Music Award Winners for Minneapolis/Saint Paul, MN, Rock and Roll, Small Music Business, Soft Rock and Roll, VFW

By Mitzi Beliveau It was a hot evening, when I went to my local Prior Lake, Minnesota VFW, and the Solid Gold Band, was playing there. It has been a few decades since I last saw them, and I just keep missing them. It's my loss, really. Solid Gold plays Great Classic Rock music. It … Continue reading Solid Gold Band

O.F.R CD REVIEW

by mitzib1, posted in Award winners, Bands, CD Review, Easy Listening Music, Midwest Music Sound, Minneapolis/Saint Paul area, Minnesota, Minnesota Music Sound, Rock and Roll, Soft Rock and Roll

Winner Takes It All By Mitzi Beliveau I met several O.F.R band members at a private party with mostly musicians and singers. It is always a good time when you get together with like-minded people. I was lucky to get one of the best CDs I have heard in a long time. I love the … Continue reading O.F.R CD REVIEW

MoJo Monks

by mitzib1, posted in Bands, Dancing, Minneapolis, Minneapolis/Saint Paul area, Minnesota, Music, Music Video, Rock and Roll, Small Music Business, VFW, Video, Wisconsin

By Mitzi Beliveau I have to say that this time, I was very surprised by the exquisite music from the MoJo Monks band. I usually take pictures before and during the band's presentation, and then I record a few songs. I did not do that this time. I enjoyed listening to their music and dancing … Continue reading MoJo Monks

Smokin` Whiskey Band

by mitzib1, posted in Minneapolis, Minneapolis/Saint Paul area, Minnesota, Music, Music Video, Rock and Roll, Saint Paul, MN, Small Music Business, Wisconsin

Mitzi Beliveau I have heard this band play many times before, and it has been a few years since I last wrote about them. Long before COVID 19. I have to say this band is close to my heart because of their music and the friendship of the lead singer, bass guitarist, and lead guitar. … Continue reading Smokin` Whiskey Band

The Cobras

by mitzib1, posted in Award winners, Bands, Bar, Bar and Restaurant, Blues, Blues Competition, Chicago blues, Facebook Live Stream and Videos, Jazz, Minneapolis, Minneapolis/Saint Paul area, Minnesota, Minnesota Blues, Music, Rock and Roll, Saint Paul, MN, Small Music Business, Southern Blues

By Mitzi Beliveau The Cobras' long-standing performance at Wicked Wort Brewing has been a blessing for many fans. Not only do they get great beer, but they also get the best Twin Cities Rhythm and Blues band, an icon of music in the area. The Cobra’s band has been at the Minnesota State Fair, blues … Continue reading The Cobras

Bird Dogs With Ginny Davis, With A New Member Of The Band

by mitzib1, posted in Bands, Bar, Bar and Restaurant, Blues, Country Music, Country Rock, County Blues, Dancing, Easy Listening Music, Facebook Live Stream and Videos, Live Music Streaming, Minneapolis/Saint Paul area, Minnesota, Motown Music, Music, Music and Video Production, Music Award Winners for Minneapolis/Saint Paul, MN, Music Video, Rock and Roll, Small Music Business, Soft Rock and Roll, Video

By Mitzi Beliveau I get right to it; Henry Conor is the new member of the Bird Dogs with Ginny Davis. Henry was a part of the Bird Dog band years ago. As a keyboard player and singer, he is a great addition. His incredible voice and energetic style of rhythm on the keyboard make … Continue reading Bird Dogs With Ginny Davis, With A New Member Of The Band

Here We Go Again, Brother Jon Band

by mitzib1, posted in America, Bar, Bar and Restaurant, Blues, Easy Listening Music, Midwest Music Sound, Minneapolis, Minneapolis/Saint Paul area, Minnesota, Minnesota Music Sound, Music, Music and Video Production, Music Video, Rock and Roll, Saint Paul, MN, Small Music Business, Soft Rock and Roll

By Mitzi Beliveau I was invited by the Brother Jon Band to the Cherry Pit Bar and Grill on the East Side of Saint Paul, MN, to listen to a video take. It was a chilly day in the late fall, but returning to my old neighborhood and one of my favorite restaurants was good. … Continue reading Here We Go Again, Brother Jon Band

Bambi Alexandra Band

by mitzib1, posted in America, Award winners, Blues, Chicago blues, Country Music, Country Rock, County Blues, Jam Sessions, Jazz, Midwest Music Sound, Minneapolis, Minneapolis/Saint Paul area, Minnesota, Minnesota Music Sound, Motown Music, Music, Open Mic, Rock and Roll, Small Music Business, Soft Rock and Roll, Southern Blues

By Mitzi Beliveau I have seen Ms. Bambi Alexandra several time with her band. A great blues band that also plays country and rock and roll. With a powerhouse voice Ms. Bambi Alexandra can blow the house down with perfection and class. The very sexy voice and alluring performer and lead sing of the band … Continue reading Bambi Alexandra Band

Bird Dogs with Ginny Davis

by mitzib1, posted in Country Music, Easy Listening Music, Minneapolis, Minneapolis/Saint Paul area, Minnesota, Motown Music, Music, Rock and Roll, Small Music Business, Soft Rock and Roll, Wisconsin

By Mitzi Beliveau After the death of Melody Gilbert, the Bird Dogs main female singer, the band didn’t look far to find another powerhouse singer, Ginny Davis. I did a video interview of the Bird Dogs with Mel, as her friends lovingly called her; Mel died of Cancer. Ginny Davis had sang with the band … Continue reading Bird Dogs with Ginny Davis