AWARDS & QUOTES
2006 Nominated Best Eugene Blues Band - Eugene Weekly
2011 Awarded Rooster Award for Best Traditional Blues Act - Rainy Day Blues Society
"Man you follows me around on that guitar just like a Bloodhound. " " I'm out here playin' Jerry but, I'm gonna be gone soon and I want you to carry it on."
Honeyboy Edwards - Blues Legend and Mentor
"Jerry enchanted me with his adeptness on guitar as he played alongside Hawkeye Herman and Johnny Dyer " " alway highly entertaining.Jerry has played with some of the biggest names in the blues, including touring with Honeyboy Edwards and Michael Frank.." "Expect a foot-stompin’, danceable and authentic set "
Greg Johnson -President Cascade Blues Association
"I have had the pleasure of seeing and hearing Jerry Zybach many times and all I can say is ‘WOW! There is so much talent in this guy, it’s always a wonderful surprise every time I hear and see him perform. Any show that includes Jerry is a must see in my book!" - Carl E. Sundberg, Manager and Director of Engineering Eugene School District 4J Public Radio KRVM AM & FM (541) 687-3370
"Jerry Zybach took control of the place on our Luckeys stage at the Eugene Celebration this year. What a show! The street was packed and the crowd was loud and loving every minute of it. What an incredible band!" – Linda S. Dievendorf, Eugene Celebration talent buyer (541-485-8688)
"Forged together with years of experience and passion for what he does, Jerry Zybach is the real thing! With a combination of solid original songwriting and uniquely covered blues classics, his music is both entertaining and timeless. Whether at a big festival or at a more intimate club, Jerry Zybach always brings it!" – Greg Carter, Breakfast with the Blues DJ, KRVM FM radio (541-485-8688)
“JERRY ZYBACH has definitely got the blues and knows how to share the music and the good times with an audience.” -Michael “Hawkeye” Herman, blues recording artist and W.C. Handy award winner www.hawkeyeherman.com
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a fantastic talent complimented with the highest level of musicianship and professionalism…I regard the Jerry Zybach as one of Oregon’s’ top 1% of premier live blues performers…He has become a hugely popular act for clubs, regional festivals and as a national touring act…Charlie Redfern, festival director, Philomath Blues n Jazz Jam, director, Philomath Chamber of Commerce
“Top notch performer . You're music is thrilling and authentic to the blues genre "
” Keith Schneider, owner, The Velvet Lounge recording studio and concert producer
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Fresh blues from an outstanding performer” -Carl Stolz, host of Blues Power at KLCC Radio
…great crowd pleasing blues Encore! Encore!” -Kim Stills, director, Eugene Saturday Market