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Saxophonist, Sonic Explorer Casey Benjamin Dies at 45
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With a reputation as one of the world’s premiere blues festivals, as well as its only chartered blues cruise, the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise has supplemented its winter Eastern Caribbean journey with a new fall route.
The cruise debuts its West Coast voyage to the Mexican Riviera on Oct. 13. A five-star Holland America ms Oosterdam ship will sail for seven days, all the while hosting intimate performances by top rhythm and blues talent—more than 70 live performances by 22 acts. Featured artists include Taj Mahal, Elvin Bishop and Bobby Rush. For more information, visit bluescruise.com or call 1-888-BLUESIN (258-3746).
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