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Chicago

Blues.

No frills. Played with the honesty and intensity of a country preacher, every Monday night at Blackbeard's on Front St.


Big Jim Kohler playing a red electric guitar under purple stage lighting, wearing a black beanie and dark vest
Musician in a beanie playing an orange electric guitar on stage under purple lighting.

Real Blues, Played Loud, Played Honestly

Jim Kohler's band plays gritty electric blues rooted deep in juke-joint tradition, driven by a rhythm section that never lets up. Out front, Big Jim's voice sounds like it's been marinated in bourbon and heartbreak, while Kathy belts the blues with a power that fills every corner of the room. Original songs and deep blues covers get the same conviction, night after night.

Monday Nights at Blackbeard's

Every Monday, Big Jim Kohler takes the small stage for a low-key, high-energy set. No cover charge; come as you are. This is the band's home turf and the best way to catch them live, week in and week out.

Guitarist performing at Blackbeard's tavern on a Monday night

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Upcoming Shows

Every Monday @ 7 pm

Blackbeard's, New Bern

Friday Oct 30 @ 8 pm


Halftime Pub



Saturday November  27 @ 7 pm

Locals Tavern

Leland,NC

Thursday, 12/12 @ 7 pm

Harbor Pointe w/ Doc Paul

Fairfield Harbor

Jim Kohler Band stage with guitars, drum kit, saxophone, and colorful concert lighting

Bring the Blues to Your Venue

Reliable, road-tested, and ready to fill a room with real blues. Bars, festivals, private events, and weekly residencies- Big Jim Kohler shows up and delivers.