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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.

Anne Fagermo

1 concert

Anne Fagermo from Telemark is a standout Norwegian artist blending americana and country-rock with heartfelt songwriting and powerful vocals, backed by Akerhaugen Band.

Europe

6 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

8 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.

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*.

D.K. Harrell

6 concerts

Louisiana-born blues guitarist and vocalist D.K. Harrell is known for his soulful voice, stinging guitar, original songs, Blues Music Award, and dynamic live shows worldwide.

Paal Flaata

7 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.

Rag'n'Bone Man

1 concert

Rory Graham, aka Rag’n’Bone Man, is a UK blues and soul singer known for his powerful vocals. His 4x platinum debut ‘Human’ topped charts worldwide. A 3x BRIT and Ivor Novello winner, he’s collaborated with Gorillaz, Bastille, P!nk, Calvin Harris, and more, blending hip-hop and soul with global hits and 8B+ streams.

GA-20

3 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.

Vanessa Collier

9 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.

Cedric Burnside

11 concerts

Cedric Burnside, from Ripley, Mississippi, blends Hill Country Blues with rock, R&B, and hip-hop. A Grammy winner and grandson of blues legend R.L. Burnside, he's known for soulful, honest music.