12 July 2023 – 21:00 / Giumaglio
A world star with muscular slide guitar solos and expressive, soulful vocals
The following week in Giumaglio will include on Wednesday, July 12, the opening performance by Edoardo Bennato's guitarist, Gennaro Porcelli, considered by the public and critics to be one of the Blues talents "made in Italy," with a musical repertoire that ranges from Chicago style to New Orleans style, from Austin style to Memphis style, almost as if to retrace precisely Highway 61, the well-known American highway along which the different styles of the Blues developed. Notable collaborations include Jon Paris (legendary bassist for Johnny Winter) and Steve Holley (drummer for Paul McCartney's Wings and Popa Chubby), Alex Britti, Louisiana Red, Kenny Neal, Rudy Rotta, the Hot Tuna, Eric Sardinas, Corey Harris, and Robben Ford. Also noteworthy is his recent live performance with the great Texas guitarist Buddy Whittington, a longtime member of John Mayall's Bluesbreakers. In 2015 he represented Italy at the European Blues challenge.
Then it will be the turn of Peter Karp feat. Mark Johnson's band, a star, with muscular slide guitar solos and expressive, soulful vocals. Acknowledgements aside, he is a storyteller, an insightful songwriter, and a fascinating performer. Always multifaceted, Karp moves between different instruments, handling slide guitar, acoustic guitar, harmonica and piano. The Peter Karp Band continues to carve a unique niche for itself with a sound born in the swamps of New Jersey and the trailer parks of South Alabama. He emulates the power and soul of Springsteen, Jerry Lee Lewis and Otis Redding, putting on one of the most entertaining shows ever. As a songwriter, Karp first saw national attention thanks to guitarist Mick Taylor, ex-Rolling Stones, who recorded and toured with him. For the occasion he will be accompanied by Mark Johnson (Delta Moon). After spending the last year playing tirelessly at venues and festivals with growing fans in Europe and the United States, he finally lands at Magic Blues as well. An event not to be missed.
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Peter Karp Band feat. Mark Johnson
USA
Slide solos and a great expressive voice for a world star
Peter Karp is a star, with muscular slide guitar solos and above all an expressive, soulful voice. Acknowledgements aside, he is a storyteller, an insightful songwriter, a charming performer and an excellent slide guitarist. Always multifaceted, Karp moves between different instruments, handling acoustic guitar, harmonica and piano in addition to slide. Each track is driven by his soulful voice and original writing. The Peter Karp Band continues to carve a unique niche for itself, with a sound born in the swamps of New Jersey and the trailer parks of southern Alabama. "Guys like Peter Karp, James Taylor and Bob Dylan epitomize Americana Blues and we Brits are inspired by it." - Mick Taylor, The Rolling Stones. Karp first saw national attention thanks to Taylor, who recorded and toured with him. With the CD 'Shadows and Cracks' he entered the top 10 of the Billboard and Blues charts. He has continued to collaborate with the best in the business, including a seven-year partnership with Canadian blues guitarist Sue Foley. Throughout his career, Karp has been the recipient of numerous awards, including the number one spot on the Blues charts for his latest albums. Karp is a singular musician, capable of touching timeless emotions with great musical passion. He emulates the power and soul of Springsteen, Jerry Lee Lewis and Otis Redding, putting on one of the most entertaining shows ever. After spending the last year playing tirelessly at venues and festivals with growing fans in Europe and the US, he finally lands at Magic Blues with special guest, Mark Johnson of Delta Moon. An event not to be missed.
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Gennaro Porcelli
Italy
One of the Blues talents "made in Italy"!
Since 2005 Edoardo Bennato's guitarist, Gennaro Porcelli is considered by public and critics to be one of the Blues talents 'made in Italy', with a musical repertoire that ranges from Chicago style to New Orleans style, from Austin style to Memphis style, almost as if to retrace Highway 61, the famous American highway along which the different styles of the Blues have developed. In 2010, Gennaro landed for the first time in the United States, where he toured the stages of New York's B.B. King's and the Bitter End, the Big Apple's longest-running and most prestigious club, together with Jon Paris (Johnny Winter's legendary bass player) and Steve Holley (drummer of Paul McCartney's Wings and Popa Chubby). In 2014, he released 'Alien in Transit', on which the likes of Mark Epstein, Andy J. Forest, Ronnie Jones and Rudy Rotta collaborated. Among the illustrious names Gennaro has had the pleasure of playing with are Alex Britti, Louisiana Red, Kenny Neal, Ronnie Jones, Tony Esposito, Roberto Ciotti, Rudy Rotta and Tullio De Piscopo. Established musicians with whom he has shared the stage include Hot Tuna, Eric Sardinas, Corey Harris, Louisiana Mojo Queen, Tolo Marton, Uli John Roth, Billy Branch and Robben Ford. Also noteworthy is his recent live performance with the great Texas guitarist Buddy Whittington, historical member of John Mayall's Bluesbreakers. In 2015 he represented Italy at the European Blues Challenge
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