GA-20 & Jontavious Willis Co-Bill LIVE
Wed, 22 Apr, 6:00 PM CDT
Doors open
5:00 PM CDT
Ground Zero Blues Club Biloxi
814 Howard Ave, Biloxi, MS 39530
Description
Since 2018, GA-20 has led a revival of traditional electric blues, blending influences from blues, country, and rock ‘n’ roll. Featuring Matt Stubbs, Cody Nilsen, and Josh Kiggans, the trio focuses on strong storytelling, melody, and mood while bringing classic blues into the modern roots scene. Inspired by legends like Otis Rush and Howlin’ Wolf, GA-20 delivers a raw, authentic sound using vintage gear and live recording techniques. The band has earned multiple accolades, including three #1 Billboard Blues albums and several major blues music awards, solidifying their place in today’s blues revival.
Jontavious Willis is on a mission to revive traditional Blues with fresh energy and soul. A Grammy-nominated artist from rural Georgia, he blends Delta, Piedmont, Texas, and Gospel Blues into dynamic, toe-tapping performances rooted in storytelling and Southern charm. Inspired at a young age and mentored by legends like Taj Mahal, Jontavious has earned widespread acclaim, including a Blues Challenge award and a Grammy nomination. His music carries the spirit of the past while bringing new life to the modern Blues scene.
Event Information
Age Limit
Under 18 must have parent/guardian
Refund Policy
Refund Policy
All ticket sales are final. No refunds will be issued.
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GA-20
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GA-20 clearly is on to something big. It’s a movement, a new traditional blues revival. The dynamic, throwback blues trio are disciples of the place where traditional blues, country and rock ‘n’ roll intersect. “We make records that we would want to listen to,” says guitarist Matt Stubbs. “It’s our take on the song-based traditional electric blues we love.” Stubbs, guitarist/vocalist Pat Faherty, and drummer Tim Carman have been at the forefront of this traditional blues revival since they first formed in 2018. It’s no wonder they skyrocketed to the top of the Billboard Blues Chart.
According to Stubbs, “Since we started the band we’ve focused on the story, the melody, and on creating a mood. Playing live as much as we do, we’re finding more and more that people are discovering how cool it all is. Traditional country, soul and funk music have all had these massive recent revivals, but traditional blues so far has not.” With their new Colemine album, Crackdown, and an intensive tour schedule, that’s all about to change.
On Crackdown, GA-20’s third full-length release, the band creates an unvarnished, ramshackle blues that is at once traditional and refreshingly modern. Expanding on their previous releases (2019’s Lonely Soul and 2021’s Try It…You Might Like It! GA-20 Does Hound Dog Taylor) GA-20 finds inspiration on the edges of the genre, where early electric blues first converged with country and rock ‘n’ roll. The album’s nine original songs include the loping, Louisiana-flavored Dry Run, the dirty, and bare-bones Easy On The Eyes and the melodic, garage-tinged Fairweather Friend. With tight, propulsive performances and a brevity and punk energy reminiscent of The Ramones, Crackdown is rowdy and fun, filled with instantly memorable, and well-crafted songs.
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