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MORITZ GAMPER – Austria
Originally from the small town of Meran in South Tyrol, Moritz first moved to South America, then to Spain, and finally settled in Vienna. Just as the now 28-year-old singer-songwriter took the time to find the center of his life, it is the same with his music: a lot of experiments and excursions into a wide variety of genres were necessary to find something that had actually always been there . Often all you need is an acoustic guitar and a distinctive voice. Moritz released music for the first time almost 10 years ago. Now it feels like coming home again after a long time. So the circle closes; because, just like back then, the music is honest, raw and consciously not at all perfect.
A pinch of Delta Blues, a portion of Desert Blues and some folk are reminiscent of Moritz’s great idols.
Moritz Gamper – Guitar, VocalTHOMAS FRANK HOPPER – Belgium
A musician singer-songwriter creating his own brand of rock. A good riff on a slide guitar connected to an old lamp amp. Hopper’s music is the metting of American blues and Belgian rock. A musical journey you won’t forget. Thomas Frank Hopper – Lapsteel, guitar, lead vocal Diego Higueras – Guitar Jacob Miller – Bass, backing vocals Nicolas Scalliet – Drums, backing vocals Maxime Siroul – Keyboards Website : https://www.thomasfrankhopper.com/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/thomasfrankhopper/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/thomasfrankhopper/ Email: thomasfrankhopper@gmail.comDBD – Bulgaria
The passion for the music of the 60s & 70s brings together three well known musicians and the DBD (DaBeDa) band was born early 2022. Carlo Solimani (guitar, vocals), Youlian Traykov (bass) and Ivo Popov (drums) are joined by Milena Traykova (percussions) and Ilko Gradev (accordion), making them a rising force on the Bulgarian music stage. On their first concert, they’re already a solid five-piece band, performing a fine blend of mellow Blues, blasting Psychedelic, groovy Funk, midnight jazz and soul-baring emotions. Full of energy and musical mastery, the band turns their concerts into shows where you will hear the fast pulse of modern life, the vintage blue notes of days gone by and lyrics that will make you smile. Their appeal crosses all age boundaries, attracting a significantly younger audience as well as delighting older fans. DaBeDa’s first studio album with original tunes is scheduled for release later in 2024. Carlo Solimani – Guitar, voice Milena Traykova – Back vocal, percussions Ilko Grudev – Accordion Youlian Traykov – Bass Ivo Popov – Drums Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DBDblues Email: dabedaband@gmail.comCHARLIE & BELL BLUES EXPERIENCE – Croatia
Charlie & Bell Blues Experience are a blues roots duo based in Split, Croatia, and they are the winners of the 13th Croatian Blues Challenge in solo/duo category. The music they perform is based on blues roots classics and blues standards, but they also perform some own original compositions. Different variations of the blues are intertwined in their interpretations, from the original Delta and Piedmont blues to the styles of Memphis, New Orleans, Chicago and Texas. Zvone Čaljkušić-Ivanović (Bell) – Vocal and blues harp (harmonica) Dragan Kotarac Charlie – Guitars, backing vocal Website: https://charlie-and-bell.com/ Email: charlie@charlie-and-bell.comO.J. ŽLÁBEK BAND – Czech Republic
O.J. Zlabek is Czech harp player & singer playing authentic Chicago blues. Inspired by blues legends such as Little Walter, Muddy Waters, Jimmy Reed, BB King & Freddie King, young musician puts all his heart & soul into his voice and typical sound. Ondrej J. Zlabek is based in Prague, Czech Republic since he was born in 1995. As a child he used to play the trombone for some years. During his teens O.J. got into blues and soon started to play the harp. At the first he played with supportive musicians Hans Bricks, Jiri Marsicek and other friends interested in blues. Soon after, O.J. became a regular guest of blues jam sessions, especially hosted by Rene Trossman in U Maleho Glena. In late 2017 O.J. established his own band. On 10th May 2018 they performed as The Harpriders their 1st gig in Blues Sklep. Since that time O.J. Zlabek Band has played in many jazz & blues clubs in the city. Ondřej J. Žlábek – Harmonica, Vocals Jiří Maršíček – Guitar, Vocals Jan Svorník – Bass Marcus Jurkovič – Drums Website: ojzlabek.com Email: ondrazlabek@seznam.czTHE MANIC BLUES – Denmark
The Manic Blues is a constellation of musical friendships spanning more than 35 years. Singer Henrik B. Bruhn, guitarist Martin Skaastrup and bassist Jais Kurecko Eriksen had a band together back in the 00s. Drummer Lars Møllenberg and Jais have been playing together on/off since the early teenage years. The band plays only original material and creates their own style and sound in the blues/blues rock universe. At the same time, they pay tribute to the traditional blues with tight twelve-bar shuffles and felt soul/blues ballads inspired by countless American blues legends. The Manic Blues are mostly four musicians from Central Jutland – Denmark, who exceptionally deliver songs written with inspiration from life’s baggage, good and bad. You feel something is at stake and they give everything they have on stage . The band has extensive experience both on the live stage and in the studio, just as the members of the orchestra have several releases behind them in other constellations. Together, the band can write numerous concerts in Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Germany, France, Austria, Switzerland and the USA on their CV Henrik Bruhn: Vokal, guitar Lars Møllenberg: Trommer Martin “BIG” Skaastrup: Guitar Jais Kurecko Eriksen: Bas, vocal Website: https://www.themanicblues.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheManicBlues Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@themanicblues442 Email: book@themanicblues.comLITTLE WILLIE MEHTO – Finland
Little Willie Mehto (real name Ville Mehto) is a seasoned blues musician, harpist, guitarist, and singer. Last winter he released his first song in his native Finnish language: “I felt like being naked before my audience”, he says. Little Willie represents a new blues generation carrying the heritage and torch of the original, authentic blues masters. He’s been praised for his dedication, and when he plays the blues, no compromises are made. How he creates a great feeling, no audience can resist. Little Willie is a skilled multi-instrumentalist playing harp, guitars, and even more exotic instruments. Little Willie’s repertoire consists of his own songs but also classics of country blues and delta blues favorites by Muddy Waters, R.L Burnside, and Mississippi John Hurt. Little Willie Mehto – Vocals, guitar, harp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552251054930 Email: vmvillemehto@gmail.comLITTLE MOUSE & THE HUNGRY CATS – France
Little Mouse & The Hungry Cats (France) rattle down on the listener with a powerful and sparkling way to play the blues! A seductive kind to reflect the current blues with adding her own personality. Smile & Energy for an explosive show! Claire Ramos Munoz – Vocals Jean Christophe Sutter – Guitar, Vocals Richard Addeo – Keyboards Eric Courier – Bass Fred Mariani – Drums Website: http://www.littlemouseandthehungrycats.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/littlemouseandthehungrycats Email: jeanchristophe.sutter@gmail.com Email: eric.maycoprod@gmail.comBLUES DEAL – Germany
Tom Vela is currently one of the best guitarists of the ‘New Blues Generation’ in Germany. The symbiosis with Jürgen Schneckenburger, Martin Bürger and old master Joe Fischer (former Cadillac Blues Band) makes Blue Deal an innovative cross-generational project. From Roots Blues to pure Rock – everything in between – and beyond. Much to the delight of fans and the international trade press Blue Deal’s full range can only be felt and experienced after attending a concert – this is the unanimous opinion. The songs tell stories from life and also take a critical stance on current issues. On the basis of four Scottish tours by now, the formation proves that blues rock “Made in Germany” can be authentic and internationally successful. Joe Fischer – Lead vocal, keys, cigar box guitar, bluesharp Tom Vela – Guitar, vocal Jürgen Schneckenburger – Drums Martin Bürger – Bass, vocal Website: https://bluedeal.info/ Email: booking@blue-deal.info Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlueDealMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluedealmusicTASSOS SKOURAS – Greece
Tassos Skouras is a Greek American songwriter, performer and guitarist, based in Athens, Greece.
He has a long track record both as a solo artist as well as band member and session musician with lots of collaborations including Socrates drank the conium, Vassilis Papakonstantinou, Nelly “Tiger” Travis, Doug James, Cookie McGee, Christos Thiveos, Giannis Zouganelis, Panos Mouzourakis.
The setlist features Tassos Skouras original songs as well as covers of blues, rock and soul/funk timeless hits (Blues Brothers, Bobby Womack, Etta James, Pink Floyd, Toto, Socrates, BB Κing, etc).
Tassos Skouras’ concerts are known for high energy, impeccable sound as well as nostalgic 60s-70s retro vibes, as well as his virtuoso guitar skills, overall comprising a top-notch spectacle!
Tassos Skouras – Guitar, Vocals; Kostis Vichos – Bass; George Livadas – Drums; Geo Teo – Keys Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tskouras/ Email: t.skouras@walnut.com.grBEN PREVO – Ireland
Expat New Yorker Prevo has been based in Eire for some time now purveying his genre bending music for some time now. Based in the emotional intensity and honesty of the blues Ben’s songs and playing have been given favorable reviews. The Irish Times: “A man many refer to as the best kept secret on the Irish blues scene” Hot Press: “Every note sung and played is intended to count and most of them do” Ben has had the privilege to make music with artists such as Rashied Ali, Sugar Blue, Chuck Leavell, Levon Helm, Jaco Pastorious, Juma Sultan, Winston Grennan, Brian Downey, Jorma Kaukonen, Lefty Diz, Lowell Fulson, U.P. Wilson, Flava Flav, Pee Wee Ellis and many others… Ben has released 7 albums and has appeared on tv and radio in New York, Eire or Poland and has played in many festivals and venues in Eire and abroad, even at the Apollo Theatre in Harlem. Ben Prevo – Guitar, vocals Website: www.benprevo.com Email: bnprevo@gmail.comGROOVE CITY & DARIA BIANCARDI – Italy
The GROOVE CITY project starts in 2005 and after a first trial stage focused on the search for a signature language the band starts a number of collaborations with Italian and international artists, most of them originating from the state of Memphis and among them: Toni Green, Wee Willie Walker, Jerry Jones, David Hudson, Sax Gordon, Mitch Woods, Bruce James. The band took part in various editions of the Porretta Soul Festival (IT), in the 2021 Blues Heaven Festival at Frederikshavn (DK), in the 2022 “Blues To Bop” festival at Lugano (CH), in the 2022 Göteborg Blues Festival at Göteborg (SE), in the 2023 Deltablues Festival at Rovigo (IT) and more. They recorded 4 CDs: “Friends”, “Road to Memphis”, “Live at Bravo Caffè” (with Daria Biancardi) and “The Bravo Session”. The collaboration with Daria Biancardi started at the 2016 Porretta Soul Festival and with Daria the band took part in various festivals. Moreover they designed several musical and theatrical performances, among them “Respect! The Soul of Aretha” entirely dedicated to Aretha Franklin. Daria Biancardi – vocals Fabio Ziveri – keyboards Gianluca Schiavon – drums Pier Martinetti – guitar, vocals Rita Girelli – bass Andrea Scorzoni – sax Franco Venturi – trumpet Website: www.groovecity.it Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groovecitybo Email: fabioziveri@yahoo.itBOTTLENECKS – Luxembourg
Let the electrifying energy of the Bottlenecks take you to the moon:
with Georgiev Angel on Harps and Vocals, Petz Flammang on Drums, Daniel Eiffener on Guitar and Pascal Cremer on Bass, this luxemburg-based Band will take you through a wide range of musical genres, from rhythmic Bluesrock over Mississippi Delta Blues to Boogie. With their experience and contagious passion, these musicians guarantee you a thrill at every performance.
Angel Georgiev – Harp & Vocals Pascal Cremer – Bass Petz Flammang – Drums Daniel Eiffener – Guitar
Email: daniel.eiffener@education.lu