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Byting

1 concert

Byting blends rock with traditional Telemark folk, featuring Thomas Hellekås (vocals/guitar) and Trygve Liahagen (Hardanger fiddle). Known for energetic performances.

Europe

28 concerts

Originally a Swedish progressive rock band named Force, Europe gained fame with pop-metal hits like "The Final Countdown." Key members include Joey Tempest and John Norum. They won a national talent contest, leading to a record deal. The band achieved international success with Top Ten singles in the U.S. and U.K. After evolving style and key lineup changes, they released hits like "Carrie" and "Prisoners in Paradise," before reuniting in 1999. Later albums, including Walk the Earth, showcase influences like Black Sabbath, produced by Dave Cobb.

Elles Bailey

9 concerts

Elles Bailey is a renowned UK-born singer-songwriter in the Blues, Americana, and Rock scenes. She champions women in music and is celebrated for hits and dynamic live performances.

Vanessa Collier

19 concerts

Maryland-born blues/soul artist Vanessa Collier, praised for her vocals, sax, and songwriting, has degrees from Berklee. Known for albums like "Heart Soul & Saxophone," she's collaborated with icons such as Willie Nelson and toured with Joe Louis Walker.

The Fabulous Thunderbirds

9 concerts

The Fabulous Thunderbirds, founded by Jimmie Vaughan and Kim Wilson in 1974, are known for their Texas-style blues, rock & roll, and R&B. They gained fame with the 1986 platinum album *Tuff Enuff*, featuring the hit single of the same name. Despite lineup changes, including Vaughan's 1990 departure, Wilson kept the band thriving. They performed with giants like the Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton. Collaborations include Billy Gibbons and Bonnie Raitt. Their music remains a cornerstone of American blues, highlighted by albums like *Strong Like That* and *Struck Down*.

Dance With A Stranger

1 concert

Dance With A Stranger, formed in 1984 in Bergen, Norway, is a renowned pop group. Known for hits like "Everyone Needs A Friend" and "The Invisible Man," they won a Spellemann Award and are celebrated for their soulful style and dynamic live performances. Despite a hiatus, they remain one of Norway's best-selling bands, known for exciting reunions and tours.

Earl Thomas

1 concert

Earl Thomas, inspired to sing after a dramatic accident, blends blues, gospel, and soul. Known for "I Sing the Blues," covered by Etta James, he collaborated with Elvis Costello and B.B. King.

Rag'n'Bone Man

1 concert

Rag’n’Bone Man, UK-born, is renowned for bluesy vocals and hits like "Human." A 3x BRIT and Ivor Novello winner, he’s collaborated with Gorillaz and P!nk, amassing 8B streams.

Paal Flaata

3 concerts

Norwegian singer Paal Flaata, famed for his stunning voice, led Midnight Choir, earning critical acclaim in Europe. As a solo artist, he released acclaimed albums like Christmas Island and a trilogy honoring songwriters like Chip Taylor, Mickey Newbury, and Townes van Zandt.

GA-20

11 concerts

GA-20 leads a traditional Blues revival, blending blues, country, and rock ’n’ roll. Their live-performance sound uses period-correct gear to honor legendary blues influences.

Cedric Burnside

14 concerts

Cedric Burnside, born in Ripley, Mississippi, blends rock, R&B, and hip-hop into Hill Country Blues. Known for Grammy-winning "I Be Trying" and multiple nominations, he collaborates with Luther Dickinson.