Stevie and the Blue Flames has been a Seattle fixture since the 1980s, and has performed in local clubs, parties, and numerous festivals. They are known for their intensity, great songwriting, and world class musicianship. The material is blues, but the songs are either original or carefully selected covers of traditional music, avoiding the worn out "bar band" favorites. The tempos are up: swing, shuffles, and funk to keep the dancers happy.
Besides performing in the western US, the band has also traveled to Europe, Israel, and South America. They have recorded more than 10 full length CDs of their material, and continue to entertain at a high level with their positive, danceable music. Whether you are looking for a band for a small party or a major festival, they will work with you to make your event a success. This is not your average tavern blues band.
We are proud winners of numerous awards from the Washington Blues Society, including “Best Harmonica”, “Best Band” and most recently we received the “Hall of Fame” award.
Steve Bailey received 2 awards at the 2025 WBS show: Hall of Fame and Lifetime Achievement
Destination Blues’ is available on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Music.
2026 Gigs
Jan. 11 2026: The Spar, Tacoma 2121 N 30th St, Tacoma 7PM
Jan. 15th: Salmon Bay Eagles 5216 20th Ave NW Seattle 8:00
Feb. 6: Gabrielas Restaurant and Bar, 23220 Maple Valley Black Diamond Rd. 8:00
Feb. 28: Poulsbo Blues and Jazz Festival, 18779 Anderson Pkwy, Poulsbo 9:30—10:45
May 21: Salmon Bay Eagles 5216 20th Ave NW, Seattle 8:00
May 27: Purdy’s Public House, 16202 64th St. E. Sumner 9:00
May 30: Rockfish Grill, 320 Commercial Ave. Anacortes 7:30
July 9: Salmon Bay Eagles, 5216 20th Ave NW. Seattle 8:00
Aug. 12: DesMoines Summer Concert Series, DesMoines Beach Park 7PM
Sept. 26: Rockfish Grill, 320 Commercial Ave, Anacortes 7:30
Dec. 12: Rockfish Grill, 320 Commercial Ave. Anacortes. Harp Attack XXI harmonica show 7:30
"Bailey attacks the harmonica like a Rottweiler attacks a piece of meat". Vancouver Sun
"Great originals and well-chosen covers ...top shelf musicianship." Blues Review Quarterly