JD Simo has earned his place as one of today’s most innovative and sought-after guitarists, drawing praise from Guitar World, Vintage Guitar, and Paste Magazine. He blends the roots of Hill Country blues with psychedelic textures, deep grooves, fiery improvisation and vocals, and is known for his collaborations with Jack White, Tommy Emmanuel, Phil Lesh & Friends, Stevie Nicks, Paul McCartney and Beyoncé. Simo’s impressive résumé also includes playing every guitar part on Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis soundtrack and coaching Jeremy Allen White on Scott Cooper’s upcoming Springsteen biopic.  JD was also recently tapped as guitarist for Chris Isaak’s tours in 2025. Experience the electrifying chemistry of the JD Simo Duo, with long-time collaborator, dynamic drummer Adam Abrashoff. Together they take fans on an edgy, visceral journey—an unrelenting explosion of raw energy and improvisation that leaves audiences awed, exhilarated, and utterly spent by the sheer power of their sound.

Ghalia Volt is a modern blues artist whose time has come. With her relentless drive, captivating stage presence, and ability to command audiences in both solo and full-band settings, Volt has emerged as a rising force on the international blues scene. Originally from Belgium and now rooted in the American South, Volt bridges the gap between tradition and innovation, blending the grit of Hill Country blues with the raw energy of rock and roll. Volt has released five acclaimed albums, including Shout Sister Shout!, which reached No. 2 on the Billboard Top Blues Albums Chart. For her highly anticipated new record, Burn the House Down (release May 15, 2026) Ghalia teamed up in Nashville with producer JD Simo, a renowned guitarist who has collaborated with Jack White, Tommy Emmanuel, Phil Lesh, Stevie Nicks, Chris Isaak and Beyoncé, among others. Touring extensively across the U.S. and Europe, Ghalia Volt has played at major festivals including the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Mammoth Bluesapalooza, Telluride Blues, Bilbao Blues Festival and Blues Peer. Whether performing solo or with a full band, she delivers high-energy, trance-driven sets that connect across generations and genres — blues & roots-based music that’s physical, loud, and built for the live stage.