‘KJazz Blues Bash’ Returns to Carpenter Center Sept. 3

Legendary blues harpist James Cotton headlines the “KJazz Blues Bash” on Saturday, Sept. 3 on the Cal State Long Beach campus.

Live blues music on Labor Day weekend returns to Cal State Long Beach with the second annual “KJazz Blues Bash” on Saturday, Sept. 3 at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center.

This year’s concert lineup is headlined by legendary blues harpist, singer and songwriter James Cotton with special guest Robby Krieger of The Doors.  Joining them will be Lil’ Ed and the Blues Imperials, blues singer and guitarist Ana Popovic and Texas bluesman Shawn Pittman.  Rising Los Angeles newcomer Sugaray will give a bonus pre-concert performance on the Carpenter Center plaza.

VIP packets can be ordered at www.JazzandBlues.org and reserved tickets can be purchased from the Carpenter Center box office online at www.CarpenterArts.org or by calling (562) 985-7000. Tickets may also be purchased at the door on the day of the event. More information is available at www.JazzandBlues.org.