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That smoke you might see coming from the roof of the Lizzie Rose Music Room in Tuckerton on Friday, November 6? That would surely be a result of the red-hot blues being presented at the famed live music hall courtesy of band-leader/bassist/vocalist James “JB” Barnes and his JB Blues Band All-Stars, joined by guitarist-producer Anthony Krizan, ex-Spin Doctors guitarist who produced Barnes’ critically-lauded album, My Mississippi Roots. They, in turn, will open the evening for dynamic diva of the blues, Shemekia Copeland.
The JB Blues Band All-Stars with Anthony Krizan perform at Lizze Rose Music Room, 217 E. Main St., Friday, November 6. Doors: 7:00pm. Show: 7:30pm. Tickets: $90. (advance), $100. (door). Info: (609) 276-6758 or visit www.lizzierosemusic.com/.
“It’s a thrill to light up the Lizzie Rose stage with Anthony,” says Barnes. “We’ve done several shows together over the years; however, this one will be a special one. We plan on bringing some hot, rocking blues to the audience highlighting several songs from the great record, My Mississippi Roots. Don’t miss this show!”
James Barnes — known to audiences throughout the region as JB — carries the blues in his blood. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, and raised in New Jersey after his family moved east in 1965, he grew up steeped in the sound and spirit of the music. On his father’s side, JB traces his lineage back to Mississippi, the wellspring from which so much of this tradition flows. Those “Mississippi Roots” became more than just family history; they formed the bedrock of his artistic calling.
In 2016, the New Jersey Blues Hall of Fame recognized that devotion, honoring him as a “Great Blues Artist.” His first recording, JB’s Favorite Things (2023), established him as an independent artist with something genuine to say. His long-running band, BBD Rhythm & Blues, which he founded in 2012, has been carrying that message across clubs, festivals, and concert halls throughout New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Delaware for more than a decade. My Mississippi Roots, full-length album released by Barnes in October 2025, earned him international acclaim.
Anthony Krizan’s rock roots run deep. He was oncelead guitarist of the Spin Doctors, opening fifteen dates for the Rolling Stones with audiences of 70,000, and for the Allman Brothers. He played guitar with Jimi Hendrix’s legendary bassist, Noel Redding. Anthony is known for rocking the big stages and getting an audience on their feet. He’s an original member of Amphibian, with Phish lyricist Tom Marshall.
In the Summer of 2022, Krizan released the single ‘Strawberry Wine’. The song received national radio play and critical acclaim. Anthony has also penned rock/soul staples such as Stand By My Woman with Lenny Kravitz; five songs on the Spin Doctors Greatest Hits; the theme of the Spin City TV series and The Howard Stern Show “Miss America” theme. In 2022 Krizan co-wrote the title track to British rock singer John Waite’s EP Anything, and produced three tracks on the release. He also co-wrote the title track to John Waite’s Mercury release When You Were Mine.
Krizan is the 2013 recipient of the ASCAP Foundation Jay Gorney Award for the song he co-wrote with Cheryl Daveiga, “Home Don’t Feel Like Home”. But Anthony’s true passion lies in his solo work. The Anthony Krizan Band’s performances and songs are electrifying, a swampy, rock/blues/soul, genre crossing solo-coaster ride. The title track to his last CD, Dust & Bone, was well-received and recorded by Gretchen Wilson, blues guitar legend Pat Travers and Tim Hicks (Universal Records).
Anthony is the owner of Sonic Boom Studios and performs nationally with Anthony Krizan Band.
