Tommy Castro and The Painkillers

San Jose-born Tommy Castro is known for his potent blend of blues, rock, and soul. He gained acclaim with albums like Hard Believer and won multiple Blues Music Awards, including B.B. King Entertainer of the Year. Collaborating with artists like Tom Hambridge and Christoffer "Kid" Andersen, his raw, energetic performances and albums like A Bluesman Came to Town have topped the charts. Notable collaborations include Charlie Musselwhite and Los Lobos' David Hidalgo. Castro's music is deeply inspired by legends like B.B. King and Otis Redding.