April Fools Day 2018…..Val Starr releases her new single, “Big Boss Man (#MeToo)” to  blues radio.  The song is available for purchase exclusively on her website, valstarr.com.  This classic blues song was originally recorded by Jimmy Reed in 1960 and was written by Al Smith and Luther Dixon. 

“The blues were born out of stories or hardships during the times, primarily of African Americans. I chose Big Boss Man, because I wanted to take a traditional blues song that depicted the racial inequality they faced, and wrote new lyrics to make it relative to the gender inequality and sexual harassment that women are still facing today. I believe that approaching topics such as sexual harassment with a little grace and humor is a good way to diffuse tension and hopefully get the message across.” - Val Starr 

We’re proud to be part of this movement for women’s equality and hope that you join us by supporting Val’s cleverly penned version of this classic blues song.

Hello Fans & Friends! We are proud to announce that Val Starr & the Blues Rocket from Sacramento, CA will be in two special showcase performances during IBC week in Memphis. The first show will be Thursday, January 18 at the National Women In Blues showcase at Alfreds on Beale, which starts at 11:30 AM, Val will be on at 3PM; the second performance will be opening at Noon at the Blind Raccoon/Nola Blue artist showcase on Friday, January 19, at the PurpleHaze nightclub! If you are coming to Memphis, we hope to see you there, please come up and say hello!

Hello Friends! This Saturday night, December 2, at 7:30 PM, Val Starr will be performing her new album "I Always Turn The Blues On" at a benefit for the NoCal fire victims.  The location is Louie's in Rancho Cordova, and the donation amount is $10 at the door.  Val will be joining several other bands that start around noon, and then Val Starr will be on from 7:30 to 8:30.  So don't miss it, come out when you can, and come up and say hi to Val, buy someone a copy of the CD for a Christmas present, and we'll donate half of the  proceeds on the CD's to the benefit.  Thanks for your holiday spirit, see you on Saturday night!

Val Starr's new CD "I Always Turn The Blues On" will be on sale right here on Tuesday August 1, 2017.  You'll be able to order the actual Jewel Box copy for $10.oo plus $2.75 shipping and handling, and while you wait, we're going to set you up to download the songs so you don't have to wait for the car copy!  You can have it on your computer right now!  Thank you all for your support, Val has taken on some new territory with these songs and we are very proud of this new CD. Hope you enjoy "I Always Turn The Blues On" as much as we do!

Val Starr & the Blues Rocket will be at the world famous Powerhouse Pub in Folsom, CA Sunday July 23, performing their new CD live, along with your favorite Blues Rocket songs! Joining the stage with the Blues Rocket is the exciting special guest Daniel Castro on guitar!! and maybe a secret special guest at the last moment??????? 
"I Always Turn the Blues On" is the band's most diverse, explosive and creative blues CD yet. With guest blues musicians, Todd Morgan on keys, Steve Wall and Daniel Castro on guitar and Tim Barron on Harmonica, these local blues pros lend their magic to Val's tunes. From sultry slow blues to sizzling shuffles and the awesome musical talent of The Blues Rocket, this CD has something for everyone, and will delight blues fans across the spectrum. 

This event is always fabulously fun and memorable because of YOU!! $15.00 admission price includes a free CD! Doors open at 2PM, and the music starts at 3PM. So come celebrate the blues and party with Val Starr & the Blues Rocket at the Powerhouse Pub! Don’t forget those Dancing Shoes! 

Val Starr & the Blues Rocket will be sharing their California Blues next week at the Roseville Downtown Plaza on Tuesday, June 27 at 5 PM. This is an open event at the Vernon St. Town Square across from the Post Office on Vernon St. and S. Grant, and is part of the street fair that happens every Tuesday night. Family friendly and free, Vernon St. transforms into a community fair with over 100 vendors, delicious food, wine and beer, a kids zone with family entertainment, arts and crafts, car show and something for everyone! Come out and share some fresh air with Val Starr, bring your dancing shoes, and let’s party in the plaza! Be sure to come up and say hi to Val Starr & the Blues Rocket, pick up a CD and have her sign it for you, and join our  email list.

On Sunday June 18, find us at the Fathers Day Blues Festival at the St. George Hotel in Volcano, CA with Jeramy Norris and the Dangerous Mood, and the Marc Chauvette Band. Outdoor bar, and great food from the BBQ! Low lawn chairs OK, no outside food or drink – and Under 12 FREE! It starts at 11 AM. $15 at the door, $10 in advance at www.brownpapertickets.com so get yours early! 16104 Main St, Volcano, CA Hot, Hot, Hot….. 

Thanks! See you there!

RKM Live Production Presents Mini Blues Festival @ McConnell Estates Winery Summer Concert Series. 10686 West Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove, CA 
People this is going to be the Best of the Best in Blues in Sacramento....; 6:30 PM, Tim Noxon's Rock'n Blues Band; 7:30 PM, Val Starr & The Blues Rocket and 8:30 PM, Roharpo the Bluesman Band. 
This is an all day event.... Doors open at 5:30pm 
Wine tasting from 5:30-6:30 (wine available to purchase , NO ALCOHOL BROUGHT INTO THIS EVENT) 
MUSIC STARTS @ 6:30 
TICKET PRICES: Wine Club Member $15 , Pre-Sale $18 , AT DOOR $20. 
TICKETS:https://www.mcconnellestates.com/product/Mini-Blues-Festival 
If you have not been to one of the Summer Concerts, it’s a Park Picnic setting, so Bring Your Picnic Baskets, There WILL ALSO BE A FOOD TRUCK TO PURCHASE FOOD.

Join Val Starr at the Shingle Springs Community Center, 4440 S. Shingle Rd, Shingle Springs this coming Saturday, May 13!  Charly Price will open the show at 7 PM, and Val goes on at 8 until 10 PM.  $10 at the door, and you can bring your own wine, beer, booze and food.  Plenty of free parking, and a great atmosphere to spend with friends.  Come on out to the foothills and bring those dancing shoes!