# Event Details - **Event Name**: Merle Jam '26 w/ Fast Johnny Ricker, Elwood & The Blues Masters with Haley Burke & the Hawks - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Our annual concert fundraiser is a celebration of life through music. With multiple artists performing on 3 different stages, the event serves to put a face to the issue by showcasing the success of organ donation and honoring the donor families. #DONATELIFE https://merlejam.com/ Fast Johnny Ricker Fast Johnny Ricker is a Kansas City-based blues and rock guitarist known for his experimental style that blends psychedelic rock, Texas blues, and Delta blues traditions. He is also a slide guitar master who performs with a trio and is noted for his original music. His career in music began in the 1970s, and his genre is listed as modern electric blues. https://www.facebook.com/Fast-Johnny-100064046707299/ Elwood & The Blues Masters Elwood & The Blues Masters is an homage to The Blues Brothers, comprised of some of Kansas City’s finest Rhythm & Blues and Soul players, performing the legendary hits of Sam & Dave, Wilson Pickett, Otis Redding, and other great 60/70's soul artists. Elwood & The Blues Masters Feature: Russ "Elwood" Dameron, Vocals, Harmonica Bryan Wood, Saxophone Fred Zimmerman, Trombone Cole Gurley, Bari Sax Byron Jones, Trumpet Dennis Marx, Drums, Vocals Cliff Payne, Bass, Vocals Scott Christensen, Guitar, Vocals Pat Pearce, Keys, Vocals https://elwoodandthebluesmasters.com/ Haley Burke & the Hawks Blues Rock band in Kansas City IBC Youth Showcase 2026 - Haley Burke (Guitar/Vocals) - Olivia Todd (Bass) - KJ Mace (Drums) https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578250768555 - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kansas-city/merle-jam-26-w-fast-johnny-ricker-elwood-and-the-blues-masters-with-haley-burke-and-the-hawks/200029759862321 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, performances, art, nonprofit, concerts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 193 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Kansas City - **state**: KS - **country**: United States - **location**: 2715 Rochester St, Kansas City, MO, United States, Missouri 64120 - **lat**: 39.12052 - **long**: -94.54853 - **full address**: 2715 Rochester St, Kansas City, MO, United States, Missouri 64120 ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Merle Jam '26 w/ Fast Johnny Ricker, Elwood & The Blues Masters with Haley Burke & the Hawks - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/0c592f241afb310af732c5652886ca52c08ee022815516f677863df2a6ef4762-rimg-w946-h2048-dc000000-gmir?v=1775597857 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Merle Jam '26 w/ Fast Johnny Ricker, Elwood & The Blues Masters with Haley Burke & the Hawks being held? - **A:** Merle Jam '26 w/ Fast Johnny Ricker, Elwood & The Blues Masters with Haley Burke & the Hawks takes place on Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 2715 Rochester St, Kansas City, MO, United States, Missouri 64120. - **Q**: Who is organizing Merle Jam '26 w/ Fast Johnny Ricker, Elwood & The Blues Masters with Haley Burke & the Hawks? - **A:** Merle Jam '26 w/ Fast Johnny Ricker, Elwood & The Blues Masters with Haley Burke & the Hawks is organized by Knuckleheads Kansas City. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Knuckleheads Kansas City's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Knuckleheads Kansas City a rating of 4/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Knuckleheads Kansas City has 191+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Knuckleheads Kansas City has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Merle Jam '26 w/ Fast Johnny Ricker, Elwood & The Blues Masters with Haley Burke & the Hawks is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Kansas City, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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