About

BLUESAHOLIC is Kansai’s all-star blues band, featuring a lineup of veteran musicians who bring together authentic Chicago blues, blues-rock, soul, and award-winning original music in a high-energy live performance. Fronted by American vocalist Davina Robinson, the band is known for its exceptional musicianship, deep groove, powerful vocals, and undeniable onstage chemistry. Every show is crafted to leave audiences energized, inspired, and ready for the next one.

Members

Davina Robinson, American blues singer, singing with Bluesaholic, Osaka blues band, Japan

Davina Robinson

vocals

Philadelphia-born vocalist and BLUESAHOLIC founder Davina Robinson is known for her powerhouse voice, commanding stage presence, and original music. Her song “Like a Woman” won the 2020 UK Songwriting Contest Blues category.

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Ko Shimizu, bassist for BLUESAHOLIC and legendary NANIWA EXPRESS member, performing, Osaka, Japan

Ko Shimizu

bass

One of Japan’s leading groove bassists, Ko Shimizu is best known for NANIWA EXPRESS. He has performed and recorded with artists including James Gadson, Bernard Purdie, Dennis Chambers, Thelma Houston, and Lee Ritenour.

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Taro Takagi playing drums with Bluesaholic, Osaka, Japan blues band

Taro Takagi

Drums

Taro Takagi has toured internationally with The Savoy Truffle and Chris Duarte & Bluestone.company and performed with many major Japanese artists. He is known for his deep groove, tight dynamics, and tasteful, singer-friendly playing.

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Hiroshi Shinohara playing guitar with Bluesaholic, Osaka-Kyoto blues band

Hiroshi Shinohara

Guitar

A former student of blues guitar master Shinji Shiotsugu, Hiroshi Shinohara performs extensively with WINDJAMMER, Kyoto Blues Powers, and numerous support projects. His soulful, expressive playing is deeply rooted in the blues.

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Emi Hanada playing Hammond organ with Bluesaholic, Osaka-Kyoto Blues band, Japan

Emi Hanada

Organ

A dynamic and soulful Hammond organist, Emi Hanada is a bandleader, composer, and arranger whose powerful playing and charming, playful personality have made her a much-loved presence on stages across Japan.

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Shows

Music

Bluesaholic was recorded in 2020 at CSE Studio in Osaka and released in 2021. The album became the starting point for the band and features original blues, soul, and blues-rock, including “Like a Woman,” winner of the 2020 UK Songwriting Contest Blues category. 
『Bluesaholic』は2020年に大阪・CSE Studioでレコーディングされ、2021年にリリースされました。この作品をきっかけにBLUESAHOLICとしての活動が本格的にスタート。2020年UK Songwriting Contest Blues部門で優勝した「Like a Woman」をはじめ、ブルース、ソウル、ブルースロックのオリジナル曲を収録しています。

Photos

Selected photos by Rodney Smith, including the 2020 recording sessions and 2021 live performance at Kyoto RAG.

Videos

Contact

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