Papa Kiszka & The Vortex Band

Papa Kiszka is a blues harmonica player and vocalist who joined forces with The Voortex Jazz & Blues Band to bring together a devastating combination of musicians who captivate audiences by delivering the best of traditional blues, jump blues, jazz, and electric blues classics.This hardworking band has been performing for years at venues and festivals throughout Michigan.Opening for the likes of Larry McCray and Chicago Blues Hall of Famer John Watkins.

The Group’s current line-up:  Kelly “Papa” Kiszka: Vocals, Harmonica (formerly with No Vacancy, Monday Night Blues Band) Mark “The Moose” VanVoorhees: Band Leader, Stand-up Bass, Electric Bass (over 3 decades of performing with jazz and swing bands) Chuck Edwards: Keyboard, Vocals (formerly with The Temptations, The Coasters) Stevie “Magic Hands” Nyquist: Drums, Vocals (formerly with Sprout) Rhett Yocum: Guitar, Vocals (currently with The Rhett Yocum Blues Band and Loxodon)

Tickets $10 Online / $15 at Door