Nashville Blues And Roots Alliance - Artist Interviews

Guitar Gem (Lil G) - Artist Interview

Lil G grew up listening to a variety of musicians and genres that have played an influential role in shaping her signature sound. Although tender in years it is said that Lil G has an 'old soul' and that is reflected in the music that she plays. For some, music is just a way to let out a little bit of energy, but for Lil G it’s so much more than that– it’s a way of life. Lil G visited Nashville all the way from Australia to record her first single and spent some time chatting with us. https://www.lilgretroguitarlife.com https://www.youtube.com/@UCMF1t7fdkHOj5W4QxWA0eOg https://www.facebook.com/guitargem808 Tommy Norman is the Vice President for the Nashville Blues And Roots Alliance, a business leader, as well as a guitarist who has played the clubs on Beale Street and the dive bars in Nashville. Become a member and support the blues with the Nashville Blues And Roots Alliance at http://www.bluesandroots.org.

Alex Warner - Artist Interview

At just 15, Alex Lee Warner is setting the music scene ablaze with his fiery guitar skills! This teenage virtuoso stepped into the limelight in 2021, igniting his solo career with a passion for the strings that's both raw and soulful. Critics and fans alike have been left in awe, describing Alex's playing as a spellbinding showcase of incredible musicianship. With gut-ripping solos that possess a tone and sound uniquely his own, Alex crafts melodies filled with breathtaking dynamics and a phrasing that captures hearts across genres. https://www.alexleewarnerofficial.com

Kiersi Joli - Artist Interview

Middle Tennessee’s 16 year old multi-genre singer, songwriter, performer & harmonica virtuoso, Kiersi Joli, leaves an exciting impression every time she takes the stage! From her rare, top-level harmonica tone, skill & improvisation techniques to her dynamic vocals accompanied by her acoustic guitar, Kiersi is making waves! To hear her perform live it’s obvious she brings an undeniable unique sound to her original music resulting in a broad fan base of all ages! You definitely want to be sure to keep an eye on Kiersi, as she is on the verge of being one of the next up & coming artists! https://linktr.ee/kiersijoli [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbl9lWW05bzdYTldmUWhKVFNaZV95V3dOOUJOZ3xBQ3Jtc0trQ0w5N05lcjhOM3RHVTBNUWo2MHFRS3BhMjZIOVp4UXRhZkZVeFFFZktndzc3Ry1HbGRaWWFjUGE1LTJPOF9qb3hHSlh1bnBmRVFUalpid0t3bGVfSFMzQ0N5aVRacmQtUjJCbktKdlNXV3F1UnNsQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Fkiersijoli&v=Glb8SwM1Uf4]

Piper and the Hard Times - Artist Interview

Fresh off their win at the 2024 International Blues Challenge, Piper & The Hard Times are on the rise! Core band members Steve Eagon, Dave Colella, and Al 'Piper' Green sit down to chat about coming together as a band nearly 20 years ago and their journey to one of blues music's top honors. https://www.piperandthehardtimes.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblFFMThmbWhiSmFacnFlNFpoNUV3d2hUWEZUQXxBQ3Jtc0tuRFEydm8xenJ2NS1fb1doYzdHVFRHME9tQy1PRFhFUnYxb2JVMHVhZEg5SjB0UHUxU1RjVkRQNVNVeGlsQTUyaGstemhKNzQxNFN1TmpwakxYLXg0TmM2MXhMeFhwMFpEWXo5S1lhQ1RhZG5IbUh5Yw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.piperandthehardtimes.com%2F&v=Zasys2h9-NE]

Johnny Burgin - Artist Interview

Johnny Burgin cut his teeth in Chicago, gigging and recording with blues veterans like Tail Dragger, Sam Lay, Billy Boy Arnold, Charlie Musselwhite, and Pinetop Perkins. He's put out 10 albums on his own and toured the world. We caught up with Johnny when he headlined at Papa Turney's BBQ. Connect with Johnny at: https://johnnyburgin.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa19zUGpocnhFOWNobzJBaHdkZmwzRkpIQ2p6QXxBQ3Jtc0traDMyTUpOU2VEc0F6cy00SDFCQlBHV3hYaF9ibXg5U1QxRVRzZUZLWk8zU24yelJ2NHFkWlhkLTJyeVNiUzdia0xrNUhYbk1LTGpxdGZYYk1od0Z3Z0xZdkRITVRyMzV1bllfalF6U1BDVkpfWG1LWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fjohnnyburgin.com%2F&v=kiKmpJjpVKA]   [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGVzZnE4VVVBQmVXeXAxSHZ1U0tOczJWUmZVd3xBQ3Jtc0ttbDhncThqMFB6MXlIeE5oZjFfRXpBbjJBUHE4b0xhWmZEZWwzNi1fVG0zS3Ewd1VwdHVQYVc3N0pjRzFrMnhMSzMxQWctemNEamhNQWtpUjBLaG1IcDBUMVZ0Snd1cXJMSmc3YWkta1FkLXdESG9IMA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FJohnnyBurginII&v=kiKmpJjpVKA] Tommy Norman is the 2023 Vice President for the Nashville Blues And Roots Alliance, a business leader, as well as a guitarist who has played the clubs on Beale Street and the dive bars in Nashville. Special thanks to Michael Turney at Papa Turney's BBQ for letting us use his stage.https://papaturneysbbq.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa3o0c3c1aGJITWNHOERwalpkd1E2aWZqZ0tCUXxBQ3Jtc0ttYU1nUGwtMk5aSklZUlN6OHFLWENVTVJHT1ozUElfR3c5SGs5bncxQWVFVnZ1S2pnSkJ0a21wV3pFSFZXamtXQUtoRUpxRER5MWh6cm5QU2VnQXlkd19ISS1wZGZDZmx4ZkgxTHg3U1Z0cHBHOWVRRQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fpapaturneysbbq.com%2F&v=kiKmpJjpVKA] Become a member and support the blues with the Nashville Blues And Roots Alliance at http://www.bluesandroots.org [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblhaRWN1d0wwTkJBWjg5MkFodWlhX09TcEJiQXxBQ3Jtc0trci1UaHVOQlBiLS1rYXprZzJtQUFIUmV0S2tFYlY1dGdkQmp1RGxMbEJyS0hrZ1dTUmt3Q0RYNnNrbWVNTDJuSTA4a2lCYnhveUFPWGFfMTZ0d01kSlV4c1RWaHFESk85YWlUY2FicXlpT2F2UERndw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bluesandroots.org%2F&v=kiKmpJjpVKA].