Arts and Entertainment
January 28, 2025
From: Toronzo Cannon Sunday Blues FestivalGuitar world "Among the most inspiring southpaws to ever pick up a six-string...Cannon shows the Windy City is not done teaching us about electric blues. He's a real deal blueser, combining social commentary in his songs with heartfelt guitar playing topped off with killer vibrato."
Blues Music Magazine
"Confident and spot-on...Cannon is an explosive guitarist, a one-man champion of Chicago blues...an influential star capable of carrying the traditions of this music and city to the contemporary realm." Join us for an unforgettable night with Chicago blues legend Toronzo Cannon headlining the Sunday Blues Festival on Sunday, February 2nd, at The Parting Glass in Saratoga Springs! Toronzo takes the stage at 7:30 PM, bringing his electrifying guitar, soulful vocals, and modern take on classic Chicago blues. Influenced by legends like Muddy Waters, Son Seals, and Jimi Hendrix, Cannon’s unique sound blends powerful solos with his impassioned voice, creating a truly captivating live performance. The festival kicks off at 5:00 PM with a special blues set from Saratoga Springs’ own Matt Cosgrove Music, showcasing his deep blues roots in a one-time-only performance. Then, get ready for The Diego Mongue Band, a rising blues sensation from Berkshire County, MA. Fresh off their semifinal performance at the 2024 International Blues Challenge in Memphis, their blend of blues, jazz-fusion, and rock has been called “a fascinating listen” by Blues Blast Magazine. Whether you’re a lifelong blues fan or discovering the genre for the first time, this is a night you won’t want to miss. Secure your tickets now for an unforgettable evening of the best in live blues!
Date: February 2, 2025
Time: 7:00pm
Location: The Parting Glass Pub, 40-42 Lake Avenue Saratoga Springs, NY 12866