Blues
Blues guitarist J.C. Smith is an energetic, charismatic performer armed with a classic Gibson 335. The San Jose native is a top Northern California bluesman who combines smooth, soulful vocals with stinging guitar work marked more by grit than virtuosity. He performs with his seven-piece band on Aug. 27 at 6 p.m. for Bluesdays in the Village at Palisades Tahoe in Olympic Valley. | jcsmithband.com
