Pokey LaFarge

www.pokeylafarge.net

Andrew Heissler is a singer/songwriter from Bloomington, Illinois who creates American roots music under the moniker Pokey LaFarge. After discovering blues music and graduating high school, he hitchhiked around the country, busking on sidewalks, meeting like-minded artists and crafting his blues-infused Americana sound. Pokey self-released his 2006 debut album, Marmalade, followed by 2008's Beat, Move & Shake before he joined forces with his friends of the South City Three to form Pokey La Farge & the South City Three. With his new band, Pokey released Riverboat Soul in 2010, and has since been charming an international audience with his nostalgic brand of American roots music.

Upcoming Schedule 11 Shows Found

Fri.

16 Aug 2019

Truro, MA

8:00 PM @ Payomet Performing Arts Center - with Pokey LaFarge

Fri.

13 Sep 2019

Denver, CO

8:00 PM @ Daniels Hall - with Pokey LaFarge

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Sat.

14 Sep 2019

Fort Collins, CO

7:00 PM @ The Armory - with Pokey LaFarge

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Fri.

20 Sep 2019

Vancouver, BC

9:00 PM @ The Wise Hall - with Pokey LaFarge

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Sat.

21 Sep 2019

Seattle, WA

7:30 PM @ Ballard Homestead - with Pokey LaFarge

Sun.

22 Sep 2019

Portland, OR

9:00 PM @ Doug Fir Lounge - with Pokey LaFarge

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Thu.

26 Sep 2019

Phoenix, AZ

7:30 PM @ Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) - with Pokey LaFarge

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Fri.

27 Sep 2019

Los Angeles, CA

7:00 PM @ Pico Union Project - with Pokey LaFarge

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Sun.

29 Sep 2019

Berkeley, CA

7:00 PM @ Freight & Salvage - with Pokey LaFarge

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Fri.

18 Oct 2019

Auckland

7:30 PM @ Tuning Fork - with Pokey LaFarge

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Pokey LaFarge: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

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Claude Jones/ Drinkin' Whiskey Tonight

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In the Jailhouse Now

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Pokey LaFarge & the South City Three - full performance (Live on KEXP)

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One Town at a Time

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This is Oscar— 92 years old from Lincoln, Nebraska—my oldest fan and also one of the youngest at heart.I’ve had so many amazing experiences and I’ve met so many amazing people across the world these last few months on my solo tours. Thank you to everyone that was a part of it. I’m now looking forward to a month off to get back in the studio, on the ocean, in the mountains, and off the internet. I’ve been writing and recording a lot and I very much look forward to sharing it with you all when the record business says I can.

A post photo by Pokey LaFarge on 2019-06-16 19:47:03

T for Texas , T for tea , T for two , Texas, it’s me and I’m coming to youSOLO Texas dates:May 29 - Dallas, TX - Granada TheaterMay 30 - San Antonio, TX - Tobin Center May 31 - Houston, TX - Continental ClubJune 1 - Kerrville, TX - Kerrville Folk Festival

A post photo by Pokey LaFarge on 2019-05-28 18:03:53

Back in the country and ready to hit the streets. If anyone in the Los Angeles area would like to join me in going down to Skid Row this Wednesday evening, 7pm, for outreach, or just to drop off some supplies, DM me for the rendezvous point. Don’t underestimate the positive effect you can have on someone’s life by being present and listening to them. Who knows, you could make a new friend, and may want to continue helping them get back on their feet. You’ll learn some things in the process.Here’s a list of just a few of the supplies you can bring: Bottles of Water (you can also wash out your used bottles and fill them with tap. The most important thing is that you bring water)Toothbrush and toothpasteFruitJuiceSocks Underwear Feminine hygiene productsBlanketsHeavy garbage bags, tarps, and other "containers" for their items to make them mobile and for shelterShampooSoapSnacks like peanut butter, apple sauce, crackers, etc.Batteries Head lamp Portable stove SkilletPots and pansSpatula

A post photo by Pokey LaFarge on 2019-05-20 19:10:08

Skinny swimmin’ at sundown in the Rio de Bilbao. I hope I grow a third arm before tonight’s show at the majestic @kafe_antzokia !

A post photo by Pokey LaFarge on 2019-05-15 11:22:55

Day off: soaking up some sun in the land of North Sea wind and rain with my favorite Nijmegen, NL shopkeepers @blackandblue024

A post photo by Pokey LaFarge on 2019-05-13 13:05:24

Rotterdam! My barber from another harbor has me all spruced up for tonight’s sold out solo show at @rotownrotterdam. It’s going to be a beautiful night! Thanks @lauwzielau and @schorembarbier !

A post photo by Pokey LaFarge on 2019-05-09 16:25:55

Solo European Spring Tour, here we go —Dutch rain, Spanish nights and early morning flights, then it’s farewell to Switzerland on a Friday:May 9 - Rotterdam, NL - Rotown (SOLD OUT)(Happy Birthday, Mom)May 10 - Amsterdam, NL - ZonnehuisMay 11 - Groningen, NL - Rhythm & Blues Night @ De OosterpoortMay 12 - Nijmegen, NL - DoornroosjeMay 15 - Bilbao, ES - Kafe Antzokia - Kutza Beltxa May 16 - Madrid, ES - La Boite (SOLD OUT)May 17 - Solothurn, CH - Rock This Town

A post photo by Pokey LaFarge on 2019-05-07 18:02:21

My barber @victorthebarber has his very own barbershop @elysianbarbershop and it’s now open. It’s located at 5118 Santa Monica Blvd. Go have a seat in his chair. He can be trusted with your stories and your hair.

A post photo by Pokey LaFarge on 2019-05-02 16:40:49

3 SOLO shows in the Midwessssssst. Roll out the barrel... April 25 - Milwaukee, WI - Back Room @ ColectivoApril 26 - Minneapolis, MN @ Cedar Cultural CenterApril 27 - Madison, WI @ High Noon Saloon (SOLD OUT)

A post photo by Pokey LaFarge on 2019-04-25 15:28:43

Growing up in Normal, IL, me and the boys practically lived at Jake’s Pizza. With spiked pops in styrofoam cups and a bunch of cigarettes, we took in the blues that blasted on the overhead speakers. It was our spot. That’s where I first heard of Howlin’ Wolf. He’s been my main man ever since. I ain’t no Hubert Sumlin but here goes...

A post video by Pokey LaFarge on 2019-04-24 00:49:27

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