Electric Guitarist, songwriter and singer, Jill Newman will play songs from her newest album, Little Bit of Luck, at the White Rock Jazz & Blues Festival on Saturday June 6th!
Show times and Locations:
11:30am-12:30pm at Five Corners performance site (Pacific Ave and Johnston Road)
1:30 – 2:15pm at Laura’s Coffee Corner performance site (15259 Pacific Avenue)
This is a free and family friendly event!
Join blues guitarist Jill Newman as she makes an appearance as the featured guest at the award winning Unbound Blues Jam on Wednesday January 14th, 7pm – 10pm.
Madison Avenue Pub
905 Madison Street
Everett, WA
Chicks with Picks at the Alcove in Vancouver, BC was a blast last Sunday December 7th! The music from the songwriters in the round to the rocking full bands was great from start to finish. The crowd responded enthusiastically to my original set. The room was most likely sold out and packed to the rafters. We raised money for a youth drum scholarship as well as money for the SPCA. It was wonderful evening with an attentive and receptive audience and a fun venue. And KD Lang was in attendance for some of the show. Can’t wait for the next one!
Jill returns as the featured guest at Stacy Jone’s songwriter night at the Madison. Jill will be playing songs from her new album, Little Bit of Luck. It’s gonna be a blast!
7pm – 9pm
No cover
Madison Avenue Pub
905 Madison Street
Everett, WA
Jill Newman duo returns with tunes from her newest CD, Little Bit of Luck.Family friendly and pet friendly. 6pm – 8pm
1009 Larrabee Avenue
Fairhaven
Bellingham, WA
Little Bit of Luck recommended in September 2025 Top Blues Picks Toronto Blues Society!
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CD Reviews (Bluesletter Oct. 2025)
Jill Newman
Little Bit of Luck
(Self-Released)
Jill Newman’s third album, “Little Bit of Luck,” was recorded at Seattle’s iconic Studio Litho, home to sessions from such local luminaries as Pearl Jam and Dave Matthews. The record delivers nine original roots and blues tunes that highlight Jill’s versatile lead and slide guitar work, soulful vocals, and honest, well-crafted songwriting. The lone cover is a heartfelt rendition of “Love Has No Pride,” which Bonnie Raitt first recorded in 1972. The title track kicks things off with a swing-worthy groove, harmonica riffs, and lyrics that celebrate love over material things. “Lost Without You” offers a catchy hook anyone in a relationship will recognize, while “Lay My Worries Down” brings a funky, optimistic turn with Joe Doria on keys. “Not Gonna Change My Mind” slows things down with a steady rock edge, and “Someone Like You” lands as a heartfelt ballad reminiscent of John Prine. Jill’s playful side shines on “Yellow Dog Shuffle,” a tribute to her pup Lucy, where her guitar work intertwines with some standout keyboard playing by Chris Gestin. The album weaves a tapestry of Jill’s reflections on hardship, isolation, and renewal. Hopeful yet vulnerable, “Little Bit of Luck” resonates with authenticity while showcasing Jill’s guitar chops and the contributions of a stellar backing band featuring Patrick McDanel on bass; Kelly Van Camp on drums, harmonica and backing vocals; Scott Smith on acoustic and rhythm guitar, and a host of guest artists. Jill is currently touring in support of “Little Bit of Luck,” so catch her live if you can, and experience these songs where they truly come alive.
Michele D’Amour McDanel
I’m thrilled to have my new songs featured on the atcblues show in Canada, the US and beyond!
We had a very successful CD Release Show on July 30th at the Princeton Pub in Vancouver, BC. The band included Scott Smith, pedal steel & guitar; Lee Oliphant, bass; Kelly Van Camp, drums & harmonica and Jill Newman, lead & slide guitar and vocals. It’s always a joy to play with such a world class group of players and they really delivered. It was truly a great night with lots of love and support in the room!
