Richard Flohil has been a valued member of the Canadian music industry for 60 years, primarily as a publicist. His credits as a publicist are extensive and embrace a variety of styles. As a concert promoter Flohil has promoted the first Canadian appearances of Muddy Waters, BB King and Bobby Bland, Buddy Guy and The Chieftains. Other artists he has presented in concert include Chuck Berry, Long John Baldry, Honeyboy Edwards, Jeff Healey, and more. Flohil co-managed Downchild Blues Band for several decades, and is a frequent workshop host and MC at festivals in Canada.