Song of the Day: J. Geils Band, “Whammer Jammer”

Song of the Day 1 Minute

Richard "Magic Dick" Salwitz, harmonica player for the J. Geils Band and later for Bluestime, which fused blues and jazz, celebrates his 76th birthday today. In addition to harmonica, he plays trumpet and saxophone. "Whammer Jammer" was his showcase piece, and we see him in a live performance in France in 1979.

Published by John Holton

Internet disc jockey, lover of old TV (especially the commercials), inveterate wise guy.

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3 thoughts on “Song of the Day: J. Geils Band, “Whammer Jammer””

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    1. I had this practically figured out on the harmonica once, but sort of forgot it, and I doubt I could pick it up again–I’ve tried playing harmonica, but can’t get the kind of embouchure I could before the stroke. Oh well…

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