Nick Moss and John Primer

Born in Mississippi, John Primer moved to Chicago in 1963, fulfilling his dream to perform with Muddy Waters. He started at Maxwell Street and Theresa's Lounge, played with Junior Wells, and toured with Willie Dixon. Later, he became Muddy Waters' bandleader. After Muddy's passing, he joined Magic Slim for 13 years. An Atlantic Records signee, Primer now tours with his Real Deal Blues Band. A Blues Hall of Famer with 3 Grammy nominations, he has received numerous awards, including 3 Lifetime Achievement Awards and 5 Blues Music Awards.

Chicago-born Nick Moss keeps classic blues alive. Starting on bass, Moss shifted to lead guitar with Jimmy Rogers, later forming the Nick Moss Band. Known for hits like "The High Cost of Low Living," he won 2019's Traditional Blues Male Artist and often collaborates with Dennis Gruenling.