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Emanuel Casablanca: A Blues Maestro Redefining the Genre
Emanuel Casablanca, a native of Brooklyn, New York, emerges as a beacon of authenticity and passion in the realm of blues and blues-rock music. With his upcoming third studio album, "Hollywood Forever," poised for release on April 11, 2025, Casablanca continues to enthrall audiences with his talent and creativity.
Collaborations have been a major part of his career. They include:
- Grammy-nominated Eric Gales
- World-renowned guitarist Paul Gilbert
- Blues Music Award winners Albert Castiglia and Jimmy Carpenter
- Blues Music Award nominee Kat Riggins
- Elliot Sharp
- Blues Music Award nominee Joanna Connor
- Bassist and producer Bill Laswell
- Drummer Daxx Nielsen
An outlaw blues musician unafraid to confront societal injustices head-on, Casablanca founded The Emanuel Casablanca Foundation to promote human rights and social justice causes worldwide. Through the foundation he raises awareness and supports nonprofit organizations addressing issues from civil rights to environmental sustainability via live performances and event production. One of these events is the Hudson Blues & Comedy Festival, which will premiere on Juneteenth 2025 in Hudson, New York.
Casablanca is also set to appear in film, with an upcoming starring role in "Broken Strings," a film by M. G. Cinecraft.
With "Hollywood Forever," Emanuel Casablanca invites listeners on a journey through the soul-stirring sounds of blues and blues-rock, a testament to his enduring commitment to pushing the boundaries of the genre.
A presentation of The Park Theater Foundation: The Park Theater Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing quality of life in the Glens Falls community by providing a venue for quality and affordable entertainment and educational opportunities in the performing arts.