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Donald Kinsey with the Dewaynes - Encore on BackStage Pass | Ep. 712

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Matthew Dae Smith
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Craig Griffith (left) and Donald Kinsey at the Michigan BlueFest.

This encore set includes the hit “I’m Going to New York” and more. WATCH NOW

Back for an encore presentation, Donald Kinsey, son of blues great Big Daddy Kinsey, brings a deeply rooted blues vibe to the stage with his infectious guitar playing and undeniable groove. Joining Kinsey are the Dewaynes featuring Craig “Griff” Griffith on harmonica and vocals. Together they jam to “The Sky is Crying” and “Jamming.” 

Recorded at the Lansing JazzFest 2015 in capital city's historic Old Town district.

Watch at video.wkar.org following the broadcast.

Ep. 712 first air 6/24/16

Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs has awarded a grant of $18,000 in support of BackStage Pass from WKAR. The award comes with a challenge to match the MCACA funds with individual contributions.  It's easy to Add Your Support Here.

BackStage Pass is supported in part by
Michigan State University Federal Credit Union
Michigan Council for Arts & Cultural Affairs
National Endowment for the Arts.

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