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The New Sound of NYC/North Jersey Blues

After a stunning debut in November of 2025, the band was honored to be chosen to kick off icon Buddy Guy's January 2026 residency at LEGENDS in Chicago… and warm up the stage for the MAN himself!

Frontman Kelton Cooper and Bassist Mike Griot join Grammy artist Christone “Kingfish” Ingram's band at NYC's iconic Rose Theater at Lincoln Center!

Special Appearance by Kelton Cooper and Mike Griot

KINGFISH'S BLUES JAM@LINCOLN CENTER NYC

Back by popular demand, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram returned to the Rose Theater at Lincoln Center NYC 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. 

Kingfish's band included a hand-picked lineup of veterans and rising blues stars... including JLCO saxophonist Sherman Irby, powerhouse vocalist Shemekia Copeland and soulful singer-songwriter Valerie June.

 

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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 5 years with their incredible live shows and pro musicianship, members the band have gone on to perform with Buddy Guy, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, Joe Bonnamassa, Dylan Triplett, Mack McDonald, Mathias Lattin Shemeika Copeland and Sue Foley.

The band 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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