Armond Blackwater
Armond Blackwater
Master of the Hammond B3
Armond Blackwater isn't just a musician; he’s a living archive of Rock & Roll history. With over 60 years in the entertainment industry, Armond has earned his reputation as one of the most versatile and resilient keyboardists in the business. From the birth of the 50s rock scene to the legendary tours of the 70s, he has been the harmonic backbone for some of the biggest names in music.
The Musical Legacy
A master of the Hammond B3 organ, Armond’s resume reads like a Hall of Fame roster. He has performed and toured with:
Steppenwolf (multiple iterations throughout the mid-to-late 70s)
Superstars of Rock & Roll with Jack Russell of Great White, Steve Unger of Metal Church & Autograph, plus Jeff Cauthen, and Glen Bui
Great White with Jack Russell (Armond and Russell had a special connection)
Ricky Nelson & Del Shannon
Bill Haley & His Comets
Barry White, Dave Dudley, and Michael Bloomfield
The Author: "Road Tales"
Beyond the stage, Armond is a compelling author, best known for his Road Tales series. His flagship book, Road Tales - Rode Tails, offers a raw, gripping, and often humorous look at six decades on the road. It’s more than a memoir—it’s the definitive story of the "sideman" life, capturing the tragedies and triumphs of a legendary career.
"Armond's tale is raw, gripping, and at times ripping with its frankness... the tale of every teenager that dreamed of stardom, fame, and fortune."
BuckProMedia with Armond
The "Pro’s Pro": Armond's 60+ years of professional attitude and gear fits the "Pro Players, Pro Gear" ethos Buck Pro Media established for other acts like the Barker Boyz and often collaborates with a number of musicians such as Michael Allman (Allman Brother's Greg Allman's son) and Wayne Scott Brown (top songwriting touring southern rock star) amongst many high caliber musicians.
Media Features: Armond's YouTube Channel, showcases his recent work with the Barker Boyz, Michael Allman Band, and his soulful "Organ Sets."
Booking & Appearances: Armond Blackwater is available for musical collaboration performances, book signings and "Storyteller" sessions, where he pairs his "Road Tales" readings with live musical interludes.
Quick Links:
Official Bio: Armond Blackwater WordPress
Music Portfolio: ReverbNation - Armond Blackwater
Literary Works: Armond Blackwater on Goodreads
photos
Armond with his loving wife Lila
The Show Memories
Celebrating the SteppenWolf years