TICKETS
Reserved: $45, $35.
General Admission: $25 ($20 adv. until 10/1).
Doors open at 7pm for seating.
Backtrack Blues Band returns to the Palladium Side Door, bringing its brand of original electric blues with the passion and integrity of a group that has spent decades refining its craft.
Backtrack has appeared in concert with many blues legends like BB King , Stevie Ray Vaughan, Buddy Guy, Robert Cray, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and many more. A three time winner of the Tampa Bay Music Awards for “Best Blues Band,” Backtrack Blues Band brings a high energy, authentic style of blues music that has won fans worldwide!
“Backtrack Blues Band is a veteran band that delivers a powerful and energetic sound. From the lead guitar and harmonica sound, to its incredible rhythm section, they are a force to be reckoned with!” — Gene Fontana, Riverfront Blues Festival, Delaware
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Gulf Coast Records recording artist, Backtrack Blues Band, is Florida’s longest running blues band. The group has released 7 albums of original music and has performed at major blues festivals throughout the US, Canada, and Europe. The band consists of Sonny Charles on harmonica and vocals, Kid Royal on lead guitar and vocals, Little Johnny Walter on rhythm guitar and vocals, Stick Davis on bass, and Joe Bencomo on drums.
Sonny Charles and Little Johnny formed the band in 1980 and have played together for over 35 years. Sonny is an accomplished blues harmonica player, whose tone and style are reminiscent of Little Walter and Paul Butterfield. Kid Royal has appeared at many major blues festivals throughout Canada and America, and his style is influenced by the great Texas guitar players. He is widely respected as one of the top guitarists in Florida.
Joe Bencomo is an exceptional drummer, who has played in the best blues and jazz bands in Tampa Bay for over 40 years. Little Johnny adds solid rhythm guitar and backup vocals to the band. Stick Davis is a gifted bass player, and he was a founding member of the Amazing Rhythm Aces and has traveled the world, touring with BB King, John Mayall, Al Green, Jesse Winchester, Pure Prairie League, and others.
Together, these guys comprise one of Florida’s best and most accomplished blues bands, and their live show is an original and exciting display of electric blues at its very best! The band’s leader has significant experience in producing top quality blues music shows, having founded and managed the award-winning Tampa Bay Blues Festival for over 20 years.
Presented by The Palladium at SPC.
