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What is a blog?  For us it is a short blurb that we write when the mood strikes us.  It can be first person, funny or informative. In short, a blog is whatever we want it to be. Published Jan. 23, 2008 at 9:50 a.m.
Tags: kent knapp, blacksmith, the blues disciples, jim liban, reverend raven, mississippi cactus, alex wilson band, the blue rubies, up and under pub, blues

In fall 2006, I wrote a profile piece on a modern day blacksmith named Kent Knapp who was making his living bending and shaping iron from his forge, Ornamental Ironworks, on the west end of the Blackhawk's Antique Market on the South Side.

I've kept in touch with Kent and his wife Shannon since the interview and was saddened to learn that the Knapp family recently fell victim to a massive house fire that destroyed much of their home, including their children's room.

Thankfully, no one was hurt, but the family is currently displaced.

When he's not working with red-hot wrought iron, Kent is an active member of the Milwaukee blues scene and has played with The Blues Disciples, Reverend Raven and the Chain Smokin' Altar Boys and The Blue Rubies.

This weekend his blues family comes to the aid of his actual family by hosting a benefit at the Up & Under Pub on Sunday, Jan. 27, starting at 3 p.m.

The extensive lineup includes The Blues Disciples, Jim Liban Combo, Perry Weber and the Devilles, Rev Raven, Bobby Evans, Terry Frank, Rick Holmes, Matt Tyner, Terry James, Mississippi Leg Hounds, Coupe Deville, Mississippi Cactus, Midwest Blues Allstars, Robert Allen, Jr. and the Alex Wilson Band.

The event is open to everyone.



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Up and Under Pub
1216 E. Brady St.
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 276-2677
http://myspace.com/upandunderpub

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Posted by Mike on Jan. 28, 2008 at 3:56 p.m. (report)

It was a great show and a good time was had by all.

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Posted by Poeartemer on Jan. 24, 2008 at 10:06 a.m. (report)

Sorry to hear about the Knapps tragedy....count me in! I'll be there with green in my pockets!

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Posted by MB on Jan. 24, 2008 at 7:21 a.m. (report)

I'm so sorry to hear of the Knapp's terrible tragedy. I know your Blues family will put on one hellova show. Definitely worth more than the $10.00 donation. I'll be there & will tell everyone I know. Kent & Shannon you & yours are in my prayers. See you Sunday!!!

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Posted by ctm on Jan. 23, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. (report)

It's $10 at the door. All of the money is going towards the family.

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Posted by T15 on Jan. 23, 2008 at 12:02 p.m. (report)

That sounds like a blast, what's the cover charge? Or is is donations? Too bad it's not on the following Sunday, I no longer have plans on Feb 3rd.

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