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Pace Called Musical Magician

 By Charles Walton, Central Iowa Music Examiner I had the privilege of attending my first Bob Pace show Oct. 1 at Down under Bar & Grill (8350 Hickman Road in Clive).  For those of you have never seen the Bob Pace Band play, let me share with you what I have learned from the experience. 1.  I ... MORE>>

Blues Revue

Bob Pace is my favorite guitarist in the world, at least tonight while I’m sitting here at the bar in Blues On Grand, one of my favorite blues clubs, watching Bob tear it up. Sure, the big festivals are great, and it’s cool to see all the name-brand artists who ply the blues trade so ... MORE>>

The Iowan Magazine

The Bob Pace Band is tearing down the house tonight. With a swagger in his step, the front man backs away from the microphone and begins a musical conversation between his guitar and his audience. The drummer, bassist, and keyboard player lay down a backbeat as Pace takes his guitar for an improvisational stroll, squeezing ... MORE>>

CityView

Talented Singer-songwriter-guitarist Iowa Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Bob Pace is a staple of the Des Moines music scene, playing his own brand of fiery electric blues that sometimes crosses paths with rock, jazz, soul, gospel and country. On his debut, full-length recording, “Bare Bones,” Pace digs deeply into traditional blues with 13 ... MORE>>