Jordie Edmonds

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Jordie Edmonds is a Canadian blues guitarist known for an “early electric” and “lowdown” vintage style. He is primarily recognized for his long-term collaboration with the late Juno-nominated harmonica player Harpdog Brown. His performance is described as understated and language-like rather than athletic, focusing on “monster tone” and traditional Chicago and West Coast Jump blues sounds. As a core member of Harpdog Brown & The Travelin’ Blues Show, Edmonds toured extensively across Canada. He performed on the 2016 album Travelin’ with the Blues, which featured drummer Jimmy Morello.
Jordie has been involved with a number of collaborations including playing guitar alongside John R. Hunter (drums) and George Fenn (bass) for the Harpdog Brown Band’s 2014 album What It Is. He has been a part of the Rhythm Train trio at venues like The Loft Pub in Victoria, BC, alongside Jack Lavin (bass/vocals) and Ross Hall (drums), and touring with Spanish harmonica player Quique Gomez and his band. He has co-conducted workshops such as the “Masters workshop” at the Thomas Walls School of Music, focusing on the intricate interplay between harmonica and guitar.
Jordie Edmonds is frequently associated with the Vancouver, BC music scene and continues to perform with various blues and jazz ensembles, including recent sessions with artists like Jack Lavin and Ross Hall. Credit Victoria Conservatory of Music