JJ Appleton & Jason Ricci at Cafe Eleven

Cafe Eleven presents JJ Appleton & Jason Ricci at Cafe Eleven on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 8:00 p.m.

Hailed by legendary English singer-songwriter David Bowie, who handpicked him as the guitarist for "Lazarus," blues powerhouse JJ Appleton also shared the stage with artists like Keb' Mo', Don Henley, Jewel, Suzanne Vega, and more. A Vermont native and Blues Blast Award nominee, Appleton launched his career in New York City, performing at local venues, lending his voice to commercials, and writing for producers.

Today, he tours extensively across the U.S. and Europe and has graced national stages on Good Morning America and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. His diverse discography includes 500 Moments, Uphill to Purgatory, Dirty Money, Beautiful Slop, Revolver, and his latest release, North of the Sea.

Blues singer and harmonica sensation Jason Ricci has been lighting up stages since the 1990s and is celebrated for tracks like "Leaning Blues" and "Jason Solo." Starting in punk bands as a teenager, Ricci discovered a passion for the harmonica and developed a unique sound inspired by greats like Pat Ramsey and Little Walter.

His career took off in 1995 after a move to Memphis and a breakout performance at the Sonny Boy Blues Society. Since then, he’s shared the spotlight with legends like Ana Popovic, The Mannish Boys, and Johnny Winter. Ricci tours both as a solo act, with his band, Jason Ricci and the Bad Kind, and in collaboration with fellow blues artist JJ Appleton.

Ricci's discography includes Jason Ricci, Down At The Juke, Feel Good Funk, Live At Checker's Tavern, Her Satanic Majesty Requests Harmonica Music, Blood on the Road, Rocket Number 9, Done with the Devil, Down That Road, Dirty Money, Approved By Snakes, and his most recent album, My Chops are Rolling! 

Admission: Tickets are $20.00 if purchased in advance and $25.00 on the day of the show. Reserved table seating is $30.00. Purchase tickets in advance online or at Cafe Eleven on the day of the show.

When: Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 8:00 p.m.

Where: Cafe Eleven, 501 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine, Florida 32080.