The name Bloodline comes from not only the current lineup, but also the 21 year history of the band.
In 1990 after working for some time as the "Chicago Slim Blues Band" backing up local Chicago blues legend Chicago Slim, the time had come to move on. Being led by Dan Noel Sr. (bassist for Chicago Slim for 20+ years) we set out to make our own mark in the local blues scene. Dan Sr. had worked with some of the greatest blues players in Chicago over the years,rubbing shoulders with the biggest names in the business in some of the hippest and funkiest clubs in town. It was time to do it his way.
Bloodline was chosen by Joanne Noel because it is truly a "family band",with up to four of Dan and Joanne's sons being in the lineup.
The past 21 years have seen several personnel changes within the group. Family members have come and gone,(Dan Jr. and Charlee have Red Line now) Some of the best players (and friends) have passed thru the lineup,but we have always kept the family theme within the band.
In 2004 we recorded and released a CD called All In The Family,a 6 song EP featuring vocals by Dan Sr. John Noel and our late and lifelong friend John Kane. Cuts from that can be found in our music section.
We love nothing more than to get out and make some music,play the blues,and have some fun,which comes across in our live shows. We can be found playing local clubs on any given weekend,bike club events,private parties, etc.,and we all love to play the outdoor festivals in the summertime. For booking info..see our contact section........
Our current lineup consists of:
Dan Noel Sr. Bass/Vocals in the summer
John Noel-Lead Vocals
Don Noel-Drums
Pete Johnson-Hammond Organ/Keyboards
Tim Noel-Bass
And temporarily filing the lead guitar spot-Paddy Leitsch
The Bloodline Blues Band: Bio
Our Die Hard And Loyal Fans
We would like to thank everyone who has come out to support us in the past, present and future.
Without all of you there would be no Bloodline Blues Band.
Other Contributors Who Have Been Instrumental In Our Success As A Band
We would like to recognize and give thanks to all of those who musically or otherwise have been a big part of the Bloodline family and our continued success as a band. Beyond the founder and guiding light of Dan Sr.......
Tom Noel...Family Sound Guy
Dan Noel Jr.
Paddy Leitsch
Charlee Throneburg
Derek "Mutz" Hoffman
Bill Kelly
John Kane
Rick Levy
Tom Blecka
T.J. Banis
Dwayne Effler
And lastly and probably most importantly Joanne "Ma" Noel. For allowing musical madness to ensue in her household for most of her adult life and still finding a way to be positive and supportive of her boys! Thanks Mom........ WE LOVE YOU!