Metro Detroit Musicians Unite For Tribute Concert Honoring Fellow Slain Musician Moe Motyka

June 18, 2012 - PRLog -- On Sunday July 8th, 2012 several well known Blues musicians will to pay tribute to fellow slain musician Brian “Moe” Motyka by performing at the VFW Bruce Post in St. Claire Shores, 28404 Jefferson Ave..  This special performance is scheduled to take place on 4 acres overlooking Lake St. Claire from 10a.m. to 6p.m.  The event is open to the public with a minimum suggested donation at the gate.  

Moes Rockin Blues Fest will feature some of the areas best award winning musical talent including Howard Glazer, Rachel May, Shelly Mac, Dale Robertson, Harmonica Shah, Casey Rea Lyons, Erich Goebel, Big Ray, Muggs Benedict, Little Arthur, CC Collins, Emery Perez, Misty Love, Darryl Lee,  and several others. The event will also feature over 100 hand made gift baskets, world class Polish and BBQ food, artists, games, vendor booths, and a bounce house village with dunk tanks.  LiveDetroit.TV will be streaming the event live.

Droves of friends, fans, supporters, and musicians are expected to attend.  It is encouraged to arrive early because the first act is scheduled to begin at 10a.m.. The goal of the event is to benefit the Brian “Moe “ Motyka Memorial Fund to assist in solving Moe Motykas untimely demise.

Brian Moe Motyka was shot and killed on October 6th 2011 while on his way to perform at the legendary Harbor House in Downtown Detroit.  Moe was a talented musician and songwriter who dedicated his entire life to performing music.  He is well known amongst the whos who on the Metro Detroit Music scene as a motivator who offered inspiration and hope for a better tomorrow.  He also was a good Samaritan who often donated his time at the Capuchin kitchen under Father Mike and by frequently assisting the homeless.