The Blues Image

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The Blues Image was a late 1960s rock band formed in Tampa, Florida in 1966, and their only hit was the song "Ride, Captain, Ride". Members are singer and guitarist Michael Pinera, drummer Manuel Bertematti, and drummer Joe Lala. They were later joined by bassist Malcolm Jones and keyboardist Frank "Skip" Konte.

Blues Image
OriginTampa, Florida
Genresrock
Years active1966-early 1970s
LabelsAtco Records
Past membersMike Pinera
Manuel Bertematti
Joe Lala
Emilio Garcia
Malcolm Jones
Frank Konte
Denny Correll
Kent Henry

Discography

Albums

  • Blues Image (1969)
  • Open (1970)
  • Red White & Blues Image (1970)

Compilations

  • Rhino Hi-Five : Blues Image (2005)

Singles

  • "Lay Your Sweet Love on Me" (1969
  • "Ride Captain Ride" (1970)
  • "Gas Lamps and Clay" (1970)
  • "Rise Up" (1971)