Mike Blair & The Stonewalls

Rank #6 Wilmington, NC Americana / Rock / Blues

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Members: Mike Blair, Sarah Blair, David Graham, Michael Graham, Nathan Purifoy, Keith Butler Jr.

Sounds Like: Dawes, Ray Lamontagne, Ryan Adams, Megafaun, The Everybodyfields

Bio: The Stonewalls surround Mike Blair like the perfect fitting sports coat with tight, clean sound that showcases the talented musician’s uniquely soulful voice. The sound is powerful, surrounding the vocalist/guitarist, Mike Blair, with a richness that permeates the room. Blair approaches his song... See Full Bio

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: Our next show in Wilmington at Fermental for Atwater Brewery's "Get to Know Wilmington Party." There will be... http://t.co/UZ2CJxHeG3

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“Tell Me Again,” by Wilmington’s Mike Blair and the Stonewalls, stirs that affection, drowning all lyrical meaning with its smooth rhythm and silky phrasing upon first listen. But by the third spin, the true meaning of the song shifts to the front, and you’re left with the same emotional dichotomy as the memory of those long-spent seaboard nights. Is it beautiful or depressing? Soothing or painful? I think the only realistic answer is yes. ”

— Speakers in Code

“The camaraderie runs deep between the Stonewalls, and it shows on and off stage. Though Mike, David and Keith were the only ones present at the interview, they still talked about the other three as though they, too, were with us. Audiences who have been captivated by the band’s Americana style and Blair’s soulful voice can delight in knowing that the band has immortalized their talents in the form of their first EP.”

— Patti Wilson, Encore Magazine

““The big print giveth, the little print taketh away” is one way to describe this record. The song structures and melodies draw you in but the subject’s details belie the beauty. It takes courage to express one’s hurt, and you don’t want to sledgehammer the listener with your woes. Blair and company have done a fine job of taking personal, emotional material and dressing it in palatable well played songs, songs that warrant repeated listening and exploration. ”

— John Fonvielle, The Beat

“The best song is “I Won’t Be There” which highlights the strengths of the band at the helm of “The Print.” It paints a vivid image of losing the closeness of a partner and the inability to let go. Musically it’s a pleasant, strolling number yet it’s about something gut wrenching, about having to live apart. For such a brilliant song that’s deeply sad and musically tender, Blair and the band play it with considerable moderation. Sarah Blair’s discreet backing vocals on it make it all the more haunting and desperate.”

— Brian Tucker, The StarNews

“From the first strum to the last beat of the drum, the Stonewalls will slowly absorb any listener into their ambience of genuine serenity. The music speaks to the audience as if they were longtime friends catching up on life. Blair’s vocals are fitted for the mellow storytelling lyrics that resemble the greats like James Taylor. ”

— Patti Wilson, Encore Cafe

“The man’s voice defines sensuality and then defies it.”

— Justin Lacy, Encore Cafe

“Remember Blair & the Stonewalls as an act that genuinely enjoys themselves onstage–an audience member perhaps feeling more privy to a friendly, well-timed, living room jam session than a show with a cover charge, though Blair’s music always lends itself to a live audience.”

— Emily McCrary, Red Thought Media

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Apr 5

Brooklyn Arts Center
Wilmington, NC, US | 7:00pm
Brooklyn Arts Center
Wilmington, NC, US
Fri Apr 05 7:00pm
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4/5/13 $5 Doors @ 7, Show @ 8 Brooklyn Arts Center / Wilmington, NC James Ethan Clark Mike Blair & The Stonewalls Sean Thomas Gerard ---------------------------------------------------- We've talked about it for nearly a year, and it's finally time to release James Ethan Clark's Freshman full-length album, "Southern Hotel". We couldn't be more thrilled to finally get these songs in your hands! It's been referenced to anywhere from Neil Young's Crazy Horse, Ryan Adams and The Cardinals to even The Eagles and James Taylor. Recorded at Prime Recording in Nashville, TN in May 2012, this album is a true representation of James Ethan Clark and his writing, experiences, heart and love of music. On April 2, 2013, "Southern Hotel" will be released internationally - but we want to present it to the town we know as home, and love. Supporting James Ethan Clark will be local favorites: Mike Blair & The Stonewalls, as well as Sean Thomas Gerard (of acclaimed "Onward, Soldiers"). On April 5, 2013 at Brooklyn Arts Center in Wilmington, NC, we will have the release show we've been waiting for. We all hope you can come and share in this wonderful new chapter.
Fri
Mar 8

Orton's
Wilmington, NC, US | 9:00pm
Orton's
Wilmington, NC, US
Fri Mar 08 9:00pm
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2012
Dec 22

The Soapbox Laundro-Lou…
Wilmington, NC, US | 8:00pm
The Soapbox Laundro-Lounge
Wilmington, NC, US
Sat Dec 22, 2012 8:00pm
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Third Annual Ramblin' Holiday Review w/ Mike Blair and the Stonewalls Onward, Soldiers Justin Lacy and the Swimming Machine Big Al Hall FB event - http://ow.ly/fSSa2
2012
Sep 30

The Station - Carrboro,…
Carrboro, NC, US | 5:00pm
The Station - Carrboro, NC
Carrboro, NC, US
Sun Sep 30, 2012 5:00pm
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CARBORRO MUSIC FESTIVAL @ The Station Bands: Baffle Mike Blair and the Stonewalls Neil Cribbs Saints Apollo Jack the Radio Vagabond Union Fantastico!
2012
Sep 20

The Soapbox Laundro-Lou…
Wilmington, NC, US | 8:00pm
The Soapbox Laundro-Lounge
Wilmington, NC, US
Thu Sep 20, 2012 8:00pm
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Wes Hunter
You guys sound great - ill definitely come check you out next time you play in Wilmington
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