After a stunning debut in November, the band was honored to be chosen to kick off icon Buddy Guy's January residency at LEGENDS in Chicago… and warm up the stage for the MAN himself!

Special Appearance bry Kelton Cooper and Mike Griot

KINGFISH'S BLUES JAM@LINCOLN CENTER NYC

Back by popular demand, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram returns to the Rose Theater to headline Blues Jam 2026. One of the most electrifying guitarists of his generation, Kingfish has redefined modern blues with his fiery playing, commanding voice, and unmistakable stage presence. 

Ingram is joined by JLCO saxophonist Sherman Irby, powerhouse vocalist Shemekia Copeland on Thursday and Friday, and soulful singer-songwriter Valerie June on Saturday, along with a hand-picked lineup of rising blues stars. 

LINEUP

Christone “Kingfish” Ingram: vocal / guitar

Frank “Scrap” Robinson: MC

Shemekia Copeland: vocal — Thurs/Fri only

Valerie June: vocal — Sat only

Kenny Neal: vocal / harmonica / guitar

Dylan Triplett: vocal

Kelton Cooper: guitar

Sherman Irby: alto sax

Mathias Lattin: vocal / rhythm guitar

Sean McDonald: vocal / rhythm guitar

Deshawn “D-Vibes” Alexander: Keys

Dan Souvigny: organ

Mike Griot: bass

Randy Stevens: bass

Christopher Black: drums

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"The New Sound of NYC/North Jersey Blues"!

debut album "THe skin i'm in" (2024)

BLUES People was born during the pandemic… but the band members have authentically lived their truths - as lifelong working musicians, producers and recording artists for over 30 years.

After taking the NY-metro area by storm for 4 years with their incredible live shows and pro musicianship, the band has won the 2023 and 2024 North Jersey Blues Society International Blues Challenge… and were Semifinalists at the 2024 and 2025 IBC in Memphis

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