RICCARDO GROSSO
Riccardo Grosso stands as the masterful helmsman of his blues band, distinguished for a style that emerges as a rare phenomenon in the continental blues landscape.
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05 sep 2024, 23:00 CEST – 06 sep 2024, 03:00 CEST
Leidsekruisstraat 6-8, 1017 RH Amsterdam, Netherlands
IETS OVER
Riccardo Grosso emerges as a visionary force in the continental blues scene, leading his band with a distinctive and groundbreaking style that diverges from the prevalent trend of imitation. Drawing inspiration from blues luminaries like Junior Wells, Charlie Musselwhite, and Paul Butterfield, the Riccardo Grosso Blues Band navigates the delicate balance of preserving authenticity while pushing the boundaries of the genre and while traversing European borders, delivers resolute performances, earning comparisons to revered acts such as the Ford Blues Band and the Butterfield Blues Band.
Recognition from both European and American press, coupled with endorsements from blues legends like Canned Heat and Charlie Musselwhite, underscores the band’s distinguished reputation.
The Riccardo Grosso Blues Band serves as a guiding light for a new wave of blues aficionados, ensuring the genre’s enduring vitality while staying true to its authentic roots. Their journey unfolds as a testament to innovation, tenacity, and an unyielding dedication to the evolution of blues music.
Line-Up: Riccardo Grosso – vocals & harmonica Flavio Paludetti – guitar Massimo Fantinelli – bass Marco Campigotto – drums
Programme:
22:00 - Doors open
23:00 - Riccardo Grosso rocks the stage
03:00 - Show ends
04:00 - Bourbon Street closes