Dusty Blue is proud to bring you a mix of new and classic country along with some classic rock!
Dusty Blue Band was formed in 1972. A band with a wide variety of styles and talents, Dusty Blue plays new country, classic country, and even some classic rock. Dusty Blue prides itself on providing something for everyone. Whether you are a country fan or a classic rock fan, Dusty Blue strives to please all audiences. Dusty Blue Band is dedicated to play, not only with solid musicians, but also with people of good character. Music is more than just playing and singing, it's also about pouring your heart and soul into a performance that you can be proud of. Providing quality entertainment to others is an honor.
Dusty Blue Band has had many members over the past 36 years. Since 1992, the following five members have been together. 
LINDA NICHOLS (Vocals)
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Linda can remember listening and singing along with the radio at the age of 3. Linda’s mom bought her sheet music by Brenda Lee and she would sing her heart out for her family and friends. By the age of 5 Linda was singing in church and for her Brownie Troop. She was involved in music in high school and even tried to form a band. That fell through when her dad didn’t want her singing in bars.
After high school Linda married Jim Nichols. That is when they met Lonnie Bane, Verlin Tiemeyer, and David Ullsperger and formed the band Rock Country Revival, that later became Dusty Blue Band.
Linda believes Dusty Blue is a success because of the family ties they have. They are not just music acquaintances, they are family. Linda says, “I believe God gave me the voice to sing and I have been using it for over 58 years. We not only raised our own two children, but all those young men who were like our own. God bless the new and old members of the Dusty Blue Band.”
Email me: linda@dustyblueband.com
JIM NICHOLS (Lead Guitar & Vocals)
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Jim started singing around the age of 5. He would sing “My Bucket’s Got A Hole In It” for his grandma. Jim’s first try at guitar came when he was 8 years old. His dad tried to teach him, but Jim was left handed and things didn’t work out. He once again tried to learn guitar as a teenager, but sports and girls got in the way. Jim played trumpet in the school band in high school and also joined a group for a talent show at his school. Jim still didn’t play guitar. He played the drums.
On Jim’s 21st birthday his mom and dad bought him a Gibson ES-330 guitar that he still has today. He started taking lessons from a lady by the name of Grace Schriener. That is where he met Lonnie Bane and Verlin Tiemeyer. Even though they were only 14 years old they were instant friends. They practiced a couple times without a drummer then found a drummer by the name of David Ullsperger. Jim’s wife Linda went a few times to practice and everything clicked. They then formed the band Rock Country Revival that would later be Dusty Blue Band.
Jim has met many friends over the years through the Dusty Blue Band. They are still all friends today. Jim enjoys playing music and says, “There is no one else I’d rather play music with than my friends in the Dusty Blue Band.”
Email me: jim@dustyblueband.com
MIKE SWAINK (Guitar & Vocals)
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Mike has been playing in bands since 1977. Prior to joining Dusty Blue in 1982, Mike was with The Golden Eagles for two years and the Western Spirits for three years. Mike enjoys playing and singing all types of music from country to rock and roll. Mike says he has enjoyed being part of the Dusty Blue Family for so many years. The friendships that have developed over the years are irreplaceable.
Email me: mike@dustyblueband.com
BOB KENNELL (Bass & Vocals)
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Bob has always been active in music, his father played in numerous bands. Bob's father, Don Kennell, showed him enough of the bass to be able to play a few times as a fill in for his band - K-Country. In the fall of 1987 brother Larry, taught him enough bass chords, etc to be able to play with the Dusty Blue Band. In 1988 Bob joined the Dusty Blue Band as the bass player. He started singing a few oldies but goodies after his daughters showed showed up by singing on stage and asking why he would not try. Bob has been faithful and loyal to them ever since. Bob enjoys playing the bass, singing and working with such a talented group of musicians.
Email me: bob@dustyblueband.com
JIMMY NICHOLS (Drums & Vocals)
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Jimmy has been playing drums and singing since he was 3 years old. Occasionally, he would play a few songs with the band. At 15, he became the full-time drummer for Dusty Blue Band. As a senior in high school, Jimmy played with a rock group later known as Industrial Road, and they still play a few gigs each year. After college, Jimmy played and recorded with Good Speed, an alternative band that is now retired. In 2002, he began playing classic rock with Herbie and the Hotheads, but have since split. Recently, Dusty Blue decided to start touring regularly once again. Jimmy is very excited that Dusty Blue is playing again. Of course, sharing a band with his parents is wonderful, and Mike and Bob are just like family. Jimmy is proud to play music with such a great group of people as Dusty Blue.
Email me: jimmy@dustyblueband.com
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