With the success of the Hot Rock ‘n’ Blues summer concert series, Nathan P. Murphy’s is proud to announce the “Winterin’ the Blues Away” winter concert series that will feature some of the hottest blues artists from January to March. In addition, Nathan P. Murphy’s offers the series as part of a package deal including up to six national artists, an autographed poster, early admission, reserved seating, and a special dinner featuring “Wanda’s Famous Baked Chicken.” The VIP package is on sale now for only $49 and can be included as holiday stocking stuffer for that special person! For more information on artists, individual tickets, VIP packages and other upcoming shows, log onto www.myspace.com/nathanpmurphysclub or call 417-863-1909.

Acclaimed by CNN, Rolling Stone and The New York Times, singer/guitarist/songwriter Murali Coryell is a rising force in contemporary American music. The son of jazz guitar legend Larry Coryell and author/actress Julie Coryell and grandson of TV, film and stage actress Carol Bruce, Murali is a natural born entertainer. Murali is blessed with a voice that has been called soothing and soulful. With a guitar style to match he has the unique ability to please audiences ranging from kindergarteners to college kids to the adult contemporary crowd.

Jason Ricci and New Blood are a group of young, seasoned rockers who balance soul and virtuosity, defy category, and amaze many critics. They mix blues, rock, funk, eastern, and jazz into a seamless cohesion both eclectic and idiosyncratic while always avoiding clichés and histrionics. Television, radio, and literary critics compare them to acts as diverse as The Rolling Stones, John Coltrane, and Lou Reed. Modern day parallels also include acts ranging from Government Mule to Prince and the Revolution. New Blood always delivers a level of musical virtuosity while effortlessly keeping the fun, angst and energy of a punk rock band, with the skill, refinement and reflection typical of a jazz ensemble.

More “Winterin’ the Blues Away” artists to be announced soon.

For more information on the concert series (artists, tickets, times, etc.) or other upcoming shows, log onto www.myspace.com/nathanpmurphysclub or call 417-863-1909.