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ThisDEEPER BLUES TO OFFER CLINICS FOR US MUSIC CORP. BRANDS
DANVILLE, Illinois, May 15, 2008 - Deeper Blues, Illinois' new internationally-acclaimed Blues band, announced today that it will be performing several in-store clinics for US Music Corp., continuing - and expanding - a long association between Eden Electronics and bassist-vocalist Lane Baldwin. Eden merged with US Music in 2003.
In addition to Baldwin, the Power Blues trio includes veteran guitarist Gary Jones and his son James on drums. During their presentations, the band will demonstrate Eden bass amplifiers, Randall guitar amps, and use several Washburn guitars. "I've used nothing but Eden amps for fifteen years," says Baldwin. "As far as I'm concerned it's the only amp there is. And Gary feels the same about his Randalls. Obviously, we're very pleased to strengthen our relationship with US Music."
"Deeper Blues is an amazing band that covers a lot of sonic territory in their shows," said USM Marketing Director Jody Dankberg. "Their presentation shows how easily Randall and Eden can deliver every tone they need, so that nothing gets between them and their audience."
Eden founder David Nordschow is pleased to expand the company's clinic program. "Lane has been doing solo clinics for the past several years, in addition to dealer training," has said, "so he obviously knows the equipment very well. Adding Deeper Blues to the presentation allows us to partner with two sister divisions to present a more in-depth look at what US Music offers."
Deeper Blues is a mesmerizing blend of old-school tradition and modern sound that's rapidly gaining international attention. Legendary Blues bassist Johnny B. Gayden (Albert Collins) says the band is "perfectly named." Rick Bennick (formerly of Todd Rundgren and Mitch Ryder) calls Gary Jones his "favorite guitarist." The band's new release, Dig the Hole, has been praised around the world for it's "great songs [and] great playing and singing" (Jazz icon Mark Egan). Helisnki Blues Café calls it "great stuff" and says it "gets better with each listen."
"We're all very excited about the opportunity," said Jill Jones, Executive Vice President of MidWest Management, and manager of Deeper Blues. "Lane has been a close friend to David for over fifteen years, and has always been an avid supporter of the company. Now that our guitarist Gary Jones has entered into an endorsement relationship with Randall Amplifiers and Washburn guitars, it's an excellent fit for both the band, and USM."
Clinics are already scheduled for May and June, with more dates planned for the remainder of the year. For a listing of specific dates, visit deeperblues.com or eden-electronics.com.
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