About
Peace of Blues
Peace of Blues, started in 2014 in Texas by Kepha Arcemont and relocated back to New Orleans, Louisiana, in 2024. It is a musical project that creates an electrifying, live band, whose music is energetic and engaging. The band lineup is: Kepha Arcemont on guitar/vocals, James Cabiran on drums and Rip on bass, all band members hailing from New Orleans, Louisiana the heart of Live Music in the South! They are a power trio, whose members have known each other for 50 years. They deliver blues rooted, rock music that captivates the audience and delivers music, reminiscent of the 70's classic blues/rock music scene! Many musicians have participated in Peace of Blues musical project, such as: Kenny Aronoff (Legendary drummer who played with John Mellencamp, John Fogerty, Joe Satriani, and many more), Philip Bynoe (bassist for Steve Vai), Rocky Glover, Michael Casillas, Louis Lopez, Zachary Henderson, Terry Taillon, Logan Schwarzfager, Rip Curtain, Marquis Tatum, Jeff "Doc" Watson, Kevin Eaton, Anthony Sanchez, Jimmy Rhodes, James Cabiran, and Rip Curtain.
PEACE OF BLUES LINEUP
GUITAR: KEPHA ARCEMONT guitarist/vocals and songwriter, is a native of New Orleans, Louisiana and was surrounded by great music, attending concerts where he was able to see great guitar bands of the 70's and 80's who played at the Warehouse, Municipal Auditorium and City Park Stadium, and who inspired him to become the guitar player he is today! He started playing guitar at the age of 15, and writing songs at 17. He currently has recorded over 70 original songs. His main influences are Jimi Hendrix, Paul Kossoff, Billy Gibbons, Jimmy Page, Duane Allman, Rory Gallagher, Robin Trower, Leslie West, Jeff Beck, Ritchie Blackmore, Tony Iommi, Johnny Winter, Pete Townsend, Peter Green, Eric Clapton, and David Gilmour, just to name a few!
BASS: RIP bassist originally from Greenville, MS living in New Orleans for the last 20 years, started playing bass at 15. He’s played with Three Legged Dog, American Disaster Party, Concrete Confetti, Zamapara and Jake Leg before joining Peace of Blues. His commitment to the bass and his years of experience help keep the rhythms solid and steady in Peace of Blues.
DRUMS: JAMES CABIRAN drummer/percussionist, is a native of New Orleans, Louisiana and has played drums for over 50 years in almost every genre, but a true Rocker at heart! He has been a part of the New Orleans music scene since the late 70's and played with artists such as Walter Wolfman Washington, Frankie Nola, Anders Osborne, Johnny Rivers, and JD Hill. He's been the driving beat behind Gulfstream, Ice Nine, Wooden Head, Beat Doctors, Zodiac Jukebox, The Jammers, Omega Three, Heartafacts, New Orleans Stick Band and more. He lives in Gentilly, a suburb of New Orleans and loves the vast cultural diversity that the city offers.
Peace of Blues
Formed in 2014 by Kepha Arcemont Peace of Blues started when a friend recommended Kepha start a blues rock band. Over the years there has been different musicians collaborating with Kepha and helping to realize his concept in music. His connections with other musicians, have allowed creative ideas and concepts to be realized in his recordings. In 2021 Kepha recorded 8 songs at the legendary, Studio in the Country, in Bogalusa, LA, where Kansas (Leftoverture album) Stevie Wonder, Willie Nelson, Allen Toussaint, and many other great musicians recorded. At the time of the recordings, in the middle of the Covid crisis, Kepha didn't have a drummer who could come in the studio to record. He was fortunate to be able to work with legendary drummer Kenny Aronoff, who laid down the drumming on these songs as well as other studio recordings! Also lending to some studio work was legendary bassist, Philip Bynoe, bassist for Steve Vai. These recordings will be part of an upcoming release of original music that should be available in 2025. Peace of Blues, currently has over 50 recorded original tunes that we rotate in our live shows, mixed with some classic rock music from great bands such as Humble Pie, Mountain and others.
PEACE OF BLUES EQUIPMENT
GUITAR: Kepha Arcemont plays mostly vintage Gibson Les Paul's through vintage tube amps and Ernie Ball Strings. Here is a partial list of guitar, amps, and pedals that he uses live and in the studio:
1955 Gibson Les Paul Jr., 1956 Gibson Les Paul Standard, 1967 Gibson ES 345 Stereo, 1968 Gibson Les Paul Standard, 1969 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe; 1975 Fender Stratocaster, 1969 Marshall Plexi 100 watt, 1975 Marshall 50 watt head, 1973 Marshall PA 100 watt, 1971 Fender Twin Reverb, 1979 Marshall JMP 100 watt, 1985 RAT pedal, 1980's Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer (tweaked by Analogman), Neil Moser Custom Fuzz Pedal, and Vox/Dunlop Cry Baby.
DRUMS: James Cabiran plays Yamaha drums, and Ziljan cymbals.
BASS: Rip plays a Fender Jazz Bass through Ampeg amps.
The band Peace of Blues is the culmination of 3 hard working musicians who have paid their dues! Their hard work has paid off and is showcased in the original songs that they have in their arsenal, as well as some great cover tunes. Kepha is the songwriter for the group, and his music fits the classic rock music scene of today and keeps rock music fresh! When hearing the music you are taken back to the glory days of rock music! Their music can best be described as
Classic Rock Music Revived!
The band Peace of Blues is the culmination of 3 hard working musicians who have paid their dues! Their hard work has paid off and is showcased in the original songs that they have in their arsenal, as well as some great cover tunes. Kepha is the songwriter for the group, and his music fits the classic rock music scene of today and keeps rock music fresh! When hearing the music you are taken back to the glory days of rock music! Their music can best be described as
Classic Rock Music Revived!
Looking to the Future!
Kepha relocated back to New Orleans in September 2024 and got together with his fellow musicians, Rip and James Cabiran. Currently working on a good setlist of original material sprinkled with some good covers, Peace of Blues will be ready to give New Orleans and surrounding areas a rock n roll wake up call! Get ready for some bad ass blues rooted rock music that will get you in the groove and bring a sense of Peace to your mind!
