Toni Lynn Washington returns to the Boston Harbor Distillery with Special Guest Duke Robillard and the White Owls. Last year, they sold out the place and put on one of the most memorable shows at this venue.

For decades, Toni Lynn Washington, Boston’s Queen of Soul and Blues, has been a beloved figure in the city’s music scene. Her commanding stage presence and four decades of experience have earned her numerous accolades, including seven Blues Music Award nominations and a Boston Blues Festival Lifetime Achievement Award. A true performer, Toni has captivated audiences from Boston to Paris, leaving an indelible mark on every stage she graces.

From her humble beginnings in Southern Pines, North Carolina, to her rise as a national treasure, Toni’s journey has been driven by a deep love for music. She grew up listening to the likes of Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra, dreaming of becoming an entertainer. Her dream became a reality as she honed her craft, eventually releasing four critically acclaimed albums and earning a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition. In 2023, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu honored her legacy by proclaiming December 6th as "Toni Lynn Washington Day."

From Rhode Island, Robillard co-founded the influential band Roomful of Blues in 1967, which became known for its tight, horn-driven sound that mixed swing, jazz, and blues. Over the course of his long career, Robillard has recorded numerous solo albums and collaborated with artists like Bob Dylan, Tom Waits, and The Fabulous Thunderbirds. His masterful guitar work, influenced by icons like T-Bone Walker and B.B. King, has earned him multiple Blues Music Awards and solidified his place as one of the leading blues musicians of his generation.

Together, Robillard and Washington promise a captivating performance, blending their deep love for the blues with a musical chemistry that has delighted audiences for years.

For her October 27th performance at the Boston Harbor Distillery, Toni and Duke will be backed by The White Owls, one of New England’s finest raunchy Chicago blues-style bands. With Dennis Brennan on vocals and blues harp, Tim Gearan on guitar, Stephen Sadler on lap steel, Jim Haggerty on bass, and Andrew Plaisted on drums, the night promises to be an unforgettable celebration of soul, blues, and exceptional musical talent.

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$20/adv, $25/dos

Doors are at 4pm. Showtime is 5pm.

NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES

This event is being presented by SHK Music at the Boston Harbor Distillery - a wonderfully unique and intimate setting to take in great music with its 1850's architecture, great acoustics, comfortable seating and fantastic selection of made-on-the-premises liquors and liqueurs. And there's plenty of free parking too. More info at https://www.shkmusic.com/faq