The Underground Blues Jam | Hosted by Karl Allweier
The Underground Blues Jam is where raw energy and deep grooves collide! Every third Wednesday of the month, blues musicians of all kinds gather for a night of electrifying, soul-stirring music. Signups start at 6pm, and the jam ignites at 7pm with a killer house band setting the tone.
Whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking to dive into the blues scene, you’ll get 2-3 songs to shine—either with your own ensemble, a handpicked group, or alongside the house band. We’ve got the gear covered: drums, bass amp, guitar amps, an upright piano, and a full PA. Just bring your instrument, your passion, and your best blues licks. All blues musicians and instruments are welcome.
Karl Allweier is a Hudson Valley, NY-based guitarist and bassist who has been performing and recording in the area for the past 30 years.
He has composed music that has appeared on:
- A&E Channel's Biography series
- The Travel Channel’s Road Trip and Man vs. Food series
- The History Channel's Da Vinci Code and Big Texas documentaries
- Among others
Karl has performed and recorded with artists such as:
- George Kooymans (Golden Earring)
- Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal (Guns N' Roses)
- John Platania (Van Morrison)
- Augie Meyers (Texas Tornados)
- Larry and Murali Coryell
- The Coasters
- Bruce Gary (The Knack)
- Anton Fig
- Adam Nussbaum
- Richie Scarlet
- Mark Rivera
- Cindy Cashdollar
- Frank Carillo
- Albert Cummings
- Caroline Doctorow
He has toured across nearly 40 states, as well as Canada, Germany, The Netherlands, Italy, and Japan.
Karl is currently a member of:
- Frank Carillo & The Bandoleros
- Willa & Company
- Caroline Doctorow and The Ballad Makers
He also performs solo and leads his trio, The Real Men, throughout the Hudson Valley and beyond.
Additionally, he is the co-owner of The Rhinebeck School of Music.