Jammie nominee visits eightWest

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) - Unique and captivating, Asamu Johnson and his band have performed across the nation at various festivals and night clubs. They once opened for Blues legend Koko Taylor and have played at notable venues including the Chenango Blues Fest in Norwich, New York; Teddy’s Juke Joint in Baton Rouge, Louisiana; and the Pee Dee Blues Bash in Florence, South Carolina.

Asamu Johnson is currently up for three Jammie Awards including Song of the Year and Best Soul/Blues Album. The Jammies are given based on WYCE listener nominations and the WYCE staff select their favorites. Winners will be announced live at WYCE's 14th Annual Jammies Awards on Friday, February 22, 2013 at the Intersection.

Asamu Johnson performs at venues around the greater Grand Rapids area and has two upcoming performances scheduled:

Saturday, February 23 at 7 p.m.
The Seasonal Grille - Hastings

Friday, March 1 at 9:30 p.m.
Billy’s Lounge - Grand Rapids

Learn more about Asamu Johnson and see his upcoming schedule of appearances at www.asamujohnson.com