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GG Shinn Club
Alexandria, LA
Venue Details
There are musicians and there are entertainers. But, it is a true phenomenon when a really great musician is also a great entertainer. The singer, horn player and dynamic stage persona never fails to have the audience begging for more. He reaches down deep to the very soul of the music, where heart and sound collide. In 1956, he started his first band, "The Flat Tops", in his hometown of Franklin, Louisiana. In 1963, he joined "The Boogie Kings" and his professional career began. It was while performing in the clubs in Nevada that G.G. began to observe the professional entertainers. He studied their moves, finesse and style. From that time on, G.G.'s performances with the Boogie Kings became musical history.
Their album, recorded in 1965, is a highly sought after collector's item. In 1966, G.G. formed "The Rollercoasters" and recorded two R&B albums. A move to Los Angeles provided a new opportunity. It was there that the group "Chase" hired G.G. to record an album. Completed in only one week, the album was nominated for a Grammy award in 1972 and G.G.'s reputation as a great musician grew as Chase toured internationally. After performing countless shows around the world, G.G. decided to open up his own night club in Alexandria, Louisiana. The club itself has 12,000 square feet of party area and 1,200 square feet of dance floor! Features 4 different bars, 8 bartenders and cocktail servers on the floor ready to serve you. Well lit parking and a friendly security staff all add up to a great night out on the town! Join us every Friday and Saturday night at G.G.'S!!
