Blues Image was formed in Tampa, Florida in 1966 by singer-guitarist Mike Pinera, singer-drummer Manuel “Manny“ Bertematti, singer-percussionist Joe Lala, keyboardist Emilio Garcia, and bassist Malcolm Jones. They were later joined by keyboardist Frank “Skip“ Konte when Emilio Garcia left the band to become a pilot. Blues Image moved to Miami in 1968, where they were instrumental in helping promoters form the most innovative music venue in South Florida, ’Thee Image’. Blues Image became the house band at the club, which featured bands like the Grateful Dead, Cream, and Blood, Sweat and Tears.
The band moved to Los Angeles and signed with Atco Records, releasing their self-titled debut album in February 1969. Their second album, Open (April 1970), included the popular hit “Ride Captain Ride“. Featuring Kent Henry on guitar solo and fills, and Pinera playing solo at the end, the song was co-composed by Pinera and Konte. This disc sold over one million copies, and earned a gold record from the . in August 1970. It was Blues Image’s only charting hit, making the group a one-hit wonder.
Pinera left the band and was replaced by singer Denny Correll and guitarist Kent Henry. The band later broke up but did release a third album,
1 view
572
176
3 weeks ago 00:04:46 1
Bad Boys: Ride or Die 4k UltraHD Blu-ray limited edition steelbook unboxing
3 weeks ago 00:04:01 1
Armageddon 〉 (Official music)
4 weeks ago 00:04:30 1
FUZZRIDER / DUSK TILL DAWN (Official Video)
4 weeks ago 01:16:47 1
Peter Pan (1953) Full Movie HD | Disney Movies
1 month ago 00:11:41 1
Mickey Rourke - Year of the Dragon (1985) Interviews / Scenes / Trailer
1 month ago 00:55:50 1
POV: You are in a Tarantino Movie Soundtrack 🎞️
1 month ago 00:05:12 1
Moggs Motel - Apple Pie (Official Music Video)
1 month ago 00:14:54 3
Mickey Rourke - Compilation - Part One (The Wrestler / Angel Heart / Rumble Fish)
2 months ago 00:01:59 1
Street Kings - Washington’s Drive (Soundtrack OST)
2 months ago 00:05:04 1
Star-Lord vs Captain Jack Sparrow - RAP BATTLE! - ft. Mike Choe & Freeced
2 months ago 01:40:03 1
Murder on the Orient Express | ASMR Cinematic Roleplay
2 months ago 00:44:00 1
Mickey Rourke - One The Fight 1992
2 months ago 00:17:24 1
It’s ENGINE Time! 🫣 🏗️
2 months ago 02:28:55 1
THE SIGHT & THE SOUND : Flight onboard Antonov Airlines AN-22A UR-09307 from Leipzig to Chalons
2 months ago 00:06:12 1
NEW 2025 Cadillac Escalade And Escalade V - Luxury V8 SUV in details
2 months ago 00:03:54 1
Bad Boys: Ride or Die - Mike and Marcus find out Captain Howard is being accused of Corruption
2 months ago 00:08:53 1
Enjin - Moe
2 months ago 00:07:17 1
Enjin - Minie
2 months ago 00:08:46 1
Enjin - Meenie [Psychedelic Visuals]
2 months ago 00:07:43 1
Enjin - Eenie
2 months ago 00:01:57 1
Bad Boys: Ride or Die (2024) - Martin Lawrence Can’t Die, Michael Bay Cameo
3 months ago 00:04:25 1
Snipers▪︎Fire (Solid Base Remix) 90s Eurodance
3 months ago 00:03:58 1
Attack on Rangiriri, November 20th 1863
3 months ago 00:17:36 2
2024 Lexus LX 600 - Brutal Ultra Luxury Large SUV!