

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Mike Wheeler Chicago Blues Band
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 14 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun, 14 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Chicago Blues Hall of Fame guitarist and singer Mike Wheeler is a staple of the city's music scene, known for blending traditional blues with soul, R&amp;B, and jazz. Since establishing the Mike Wheeler Band in 2001, he has released notable albums like Self Made Man and Turn Up!! while frequently performing at legendary venues like Kingston Mines. His esteemed career is highlighted by his 2014 Hall of Fame induction and a history of sharing the stage with icons such as Buddy Guy and B.B. King.


The renowned Bernard Crump has over 40 years of experience playing and singing a variety of genres, including but not limited to: Blues, Jazz, R&amp;B and Gospel music. Although he’s shown strong musicanship since the age of 7, his professional career began at the age of 17 playing with the legendary gospel group, The Pilgrim Jubilees. He’s played with various artists, such as:
-Tyrone Davis
-The Funky Nassau band featuring Raphael Munnings
-Willie Clayton
-Albertina Walker
-Fantasia Barrino
He’s also served as opening act for: 
-James Brown
-Millie Jackson                                                                       
-Z.Z. Hill
-Bobby “Blue” Bland
-The Manhattans
-Joe Simon
-The Ohio Players
-The Mighty Dells
-The Mighty Clouds of Joy
After 50 years of affluent musicianship, Bernard Crump founded the Musicians Network Mecca, a program aimed at mentoring and continuing the education of young musicians and the economic empowerment of musicians throughout the Chicago area. Currently, Bernard Crump is the lead guitarist for Chicago’s own Legendary Gentleman of Leisure Band. 

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- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rockford/mike-wheeler-chicago-blues-band/200029853169026
- **Event Categories**: Music, Entertainment, performances
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029853169026?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=rockford-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Rockford
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1420 S, Pierpont Ave., Rockford, IL
- **lat**: 42.25938
- **long**: -89.13511
- **full address**: 1420 S, Pierpont Ave., Rockford, IL, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Live At Levings Talent Show And Concerts (https://allevents.in/org/live-at-levings-talent-show-and-concerts/23762762)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sun, 14 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 1420 S, Pierpont Ave., Rockford, IL, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Live At Levings Talent Show And Concerts
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** Music, Entertainment, performances
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Mike Wheeler Chicago Blues Band ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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