The Blues Spotlight — Feat. Nate Manos • Ivan Singh • Jamiah Rogers • Luke Pytel
"The Blues Spotlight" is a new collaboration between NM Productions and Rosa’s Lounge, bringing together outstanding Chicago blues artists for a night of live music, special guests, and unforgettable performances
Buy Tickets – 9:30 PM Show! Includes Rosa’s After Hours at 11 PM!
Join us for just $20! Secure your seat in advance, or grab your ticket at the door for $25 (if available; advance purchase highly recommended)
Buy Tickets – 11 PM Show! Rosa’s After Hours!
$10 General Admission is a relaxed, free-flowing late-night blues set where artists stretch out, special guests musicians often sit in.
Entry begins at 10:30-11 PM. Shared-table and bar seating are available as space permits.
Important Details:
Doors open at 8 PM: To secure guaranteed seating, guests should arrive between 8 PM and 9 PM. Guests arriving after 9 PM will be guaranteed entry, but seating will be based on availability. Seating: Available on a first-come, first-served basis at tables and the bar. Please note that tables are shared.
Seating locations are determined based on special needs, party size, specific requests, and are subject to Rosa's Lounge’s discretion and availability.
Group Ticket Purchases:
Rosa's Lounge ensures that you and your friends are seated together if you purchase tickets under the same name. If people of your group are purchasing tickets separately, please include the group name in the Customer Notes section in the Order Summary form. Late Arrivals: Please note that we cannot hold seats for late arrivals or no-shows. After 9 PM, Rosa's Lounge may seat other guests in any available seats.
We are 21 & over:
- Must be contacted by a parent for pre-authorization and other instructions before you purchase tickets. Please call 773-342-0452
- Must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to enter
- Illinois law prohibits anyone under 21 from consuming alcohol, even when accompanied by a parent.
- All sales are final. No refunds -
Nate Manos is known by his peers and blues fans alike as one of the premier Blues, R&B & Soul singers and guitar players on the Chicago music scene. Nate has multiple residencies at Chicago’s premier nightclubs Blue Chicago, Buddy Guy's Legends, and the legendary Rosa’s Lounge. Nate has worked and played with countless Chicago Blues greats such as Jimmy Johnson, A C Reed & The Sparkplugs, Nellie “Tiger” Travis, Shirley Johnson, Laretha Weathersby, Rico McFarland, Chico Banks, Pete Galanis, Omar Coleman, Sheryl Youngblood. Nate also briefly co-fronted his own project with Delmark Recording artist and Omar Coleman, and blues guitar great and one of the original Sons Of Blues, Dan Carelli, in a band called “The Troubled Minds”. Nate has been blessed to share festival and nightclub stages with some of his idols and mentors, such as Buddy Guy, Jimmy Johnson, Chicago, Kool & The Gang, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, George Thorogood, Les Getrex, A C Reed, and Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials.
Jamiah Rogers
Over 50 years after Jimi Hendrix set the music world ablaze, Jamiah Rogers, alongside a select group of his contemporaries, is reigniting the fire with their electrifying blues performances. For Rogers and his peers, the blues is more than just an emotion; it's a compelling call to action, a genre that fuels their creative drive and transforms their guitars into instruments of sonic exploration. They are at the forefront of a new blues era, ready to take their music beyond the stars.
Now at 28, Jamiah Rogers has matured from the promising young talent of the past decade into a powerhouse performer with a reputation that spans continents. With notable performances in Canada and Europe, and collaborations with artists like Annika Chambers, John Primer, and Billy Branch, Rogers has firmly established himself as a Chicago Blues luminary on the global stage. He has embraced the title of “Blues Superman,” a hero dedicated to keeping the blues vibrant and alive. Adopting the new stage name “The Dirty Deacon Denzel” and leading “The Dirty Chxrch Band,” Rogers continues to evolve, showcasing his exceptional talent and passion for the blues.
Luke Pytel
Luke Pytel is a dynamic blues guitarist and vocalist known for his high-energy performances and fiery guitar playing. Over the past two decades, he has backed up numerous artists and shared the stage with blues legends such as Jimmy Johnson and Big James Montgomery. Leading his own band for the last 13 years, Luke's diverse repertoire spans old-school blues, contemporary blues, and hits by artists like Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan. He has also performed internationally in countries including Belgium, France, England, and Latvia.
Ivan Singh
Ivan Singh, a 29-year-old guitarist from Córdoba, Argentina, has carved out a distinct style that revolves around his unique "Lata de Batata" can-box-guitar and his exceptional approach to playing it. Born and raised in Argentina, Singh has brought his unique blend of traditional Argentine and classic Chicago blues to the heart of the Windy City's music scene.
Fusing the soulful rhythms and emotive scales of the Argentine music with the raw energy of Chicago's iconic blues bars, Singh has created a sound that is both fresh and deeply rooted in history. Through tireless performances and community collaborations, he is carving out a distinctive space for himself in the competitive Chicago blues arena.
Singh's live performances have seen him sharing the stage with esteemed artists such as Chris Cain, John Primer, Super Chican, Slam Allen, Lurrie Bell, Lil Ed, Cedric Burnside, Mike Wheeler, and Jimmy Burns, among others. His innovative approach has not only introduced a new perspective to the blues but has also inspired others to explore the cross-pollination of musical traditions.
As he continues to captivate audiences with his soulful and boundary-breaking artistry, Ivan Singh is cementing his legacy as a true ambassador of the blues, connecting the sounds of Argentina and Chicago in a way that transcends geographical and cultural barriers. He is a living testament to the genre's universal language and its power to bridge diverse cultures.
"The Blues Spotlight" is a new collaboration between NM Productions and Rosa’s Lounge, bringing together outstanding Chicago blues artists for a night of live music, special guests, and unforgettable performances
Buy Tickets – 9:30 PM Show! Includes Rosa’s After Hours at 11 PM!
Join us for just $20! Secure your seat in advance, or grab your ticket at the door for $25 (if available; advance purchase highly recommended)
Buy Tickets – 11 PM Show! Rosa’s After Hours!
$10 General Admission is a relaxed, free-flowing late-night blues set where artists stretch out, special guests musicians often sit in.
Entry begins at 10:30-11 PM. Shared-table and bar seating are available as space permits.
Important Details:
Doors open at 8 PM: To secure guaranteed seating, guests should arrive between 8 PM and 9 PM. Guests arriving after 9 PM will be guaranteed entry, but seating will be based on availability. Seating: Available on a first-come, first-served basis at tables and the bar. Please note that tables are shared.
Seating locations are determined based on special needs, party size, specific requests, and are subject to Rosa's Lounge’s discretion and availability.
Group Ticket Purchases:
Rosa's Lounge ensures that you and your friends are seated together if you purchase tickets under the same name. If people of your group are purchasing tickets separately, please include the group name in the Customer Notes section in the Order Summary form. Late Arrivals: Please note that we cannot hold seats for late arrivals or no-shows. After 9 PM, Rosa's Lounge may seat other guests in any available seats.
We are 21 & over:
- Must be contacted by a parent for pre-authorization and other instructions before you purchase tickets. Please call 773-342-0452
- Must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to enter
- Illinois law prohibits anyone under 21 from consuming alcohol, even when accompanied by a parent.
- All sales are final. No refunds -
Nate Manos is known by his peers and blues fans alike as one of the premier Blues, R&B & Soul singers and guitar players on the Chicago music scene. Nate has multiple residencies at Chicago’s premier nightclubs Blue Chicago, Buddy Guy's Legends, and the legendary Rosa’s Lounge. Nate has worked and played with countless Chicago Blues greats such as Jimmy Johnson, A C Reed & The Sparkplugs, Nellie “Tiger” Travis, Shirley Johnson, Laretha Weathersby, Rico McFarland, Chico Banks, Pete Galanis, Omar Coleman, Sheryl Youngblood. Nate also briefly co-fronted his own project with Delmark Recording artist and Omar Coleman, and blues guitar great and one of the original Sons Of Blues, Dan Carelli, in a band called “The Troubled Minds”. Nate has been blessed to share festival and nightclub stages with some of his idols and mentors, such as Buddy Guy, Jimmy Johnson, Chicago, Kool & The Gang, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, George Thorogood, Les Getrex, A C Reed, and Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials.
Jamiah Rogers
Over 50 years after Jimi Hendrix set the music world ablaze, Jamiah Rogers, alongside a select group of his contemporaries, is reigniting the fire with their electrifying blues performances. For Rogers and his peers, the blues is more than just an emotion; it's a compelling call to action, a genre that fuels their creative drive and transforms their guitars into instruments of sonic exploration. They are at the forefront of a new blues era, ready to take their music beyond the stars.
Now at 28, Jamiah Rogers has matured from the promising young talent of the past decade into a powerhouse performer with a reputation that spans continents. With notable performances in Canada and Europe, and collaborations with artists like Annika Chambers, John Primer, and Billy Branch, Rogers has firmly established himself as a Chicago Blues luminary on the global stage. He has embraced the title of “Blues Superman,” a hero dedicated to keeping the blues vibrant and alive. Adopting the new stage name “The Dirty Deacon Denzel” and leading “The Dirty Chxrch Band,” Rogers continues to evolve, showcasing his exceptional talent and passion for the blues.
Luke Pytel
Luke Pytel is a dynamic blues guitarist and vocalist known for his high-energy performances and fiery guitar playing. Over the past two decades, he has backed up numerous artists and shared the stage with blues legends such as Jimmy Johnson and Big James Montgomery. Leading his own band for the last 13 years, Luke's diverse repertoire spans old-school blues, contemporary blues, and hits by artists like Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan. He has also performed internationally in countries including Belgium, France, England, and Latvia.
Ivan Singh
Ivan Singh, a 29-year-old guitarist from Córdoba, Argentina, has carved out a distinct style that revolves around his unique "Lata de Batata" can-box-guitar and his exceptional approach to playing it. Born and raised in Argentina, Singh has brought his unique blend of traditional Argentine and classic Chicago blues to the heart of the Windy City's music scene.
Fusing the soulful rhythms and emotive scales of the Argentine music with the raw energy of Chicago's iconic blues bars, Singh has created a sound that is both fresh and deeply rooted in history. Through tireless performances and community collaborations, he is carving out a distinctive space for himself in the competitive Chicago blues arena.
Singh's live performances have seen him sharing the stage with esteemed artists such as Chris Cain, John Primer, Super Chican, Slam Allen, Lurrie Bell, Lil Ed, Cedric Burnside, Mike Wheeler, and Jimmy Burns, among others. His innovative approach has not only introduced a new perspective to the blues but has also inspired others to explore the cross-pollination of musical traditions.
As he continues to captivate audiences with his soulful and boundary-breaking artistry, Ivan Singh is cementing his legacy as a true ambassador of the blues, connecting the sounds of Argentina and Chicago in a way that transcends geographical and cultural barriers. He is a living testament to the genre's universal language and its power to bridge diverse cultures.