Blues Artists

Finga FAYA

Finga FAYA, hailing from Fort Walton Beach, delivers a lively mix of House Rockin' Blues, New Orleans R&B, and Little Richard-style rock ‘n’ roll, driven by electric guitar and soulful keys. Known for their heartfelt originals and high-energy performances, the band is rooted in Gulf Coast blues tradition. With a compelling sound and deep local ties, they’ve been a fixture of the Emerald Coast music scene since their formation in 2015.

Brandon Santini

Brandon Santini brings a fresh edge to traditional blues with his soulful vocals, fiery harmonica, and dynamic stage presence. A Chapel Hill native shaped by Memphis’ Beale Street, his sound fuses old-school grit with modern energy. Touring internationally and sharing stages with blues legends, Santini delivers a powerful, groove-driven performance that’s as authentic as it is electrifying.

Dirty Bird & the Flu

Dirty Bird & the Flu delivers southern-fried funk with a groove-first approach that blends rock, blues, and soul. Known for their danceable live shows, they pack sets with fat grooves, blues-rock guitar licks, and the kind of energy that keeps beach bars moving all night. Influenced by the rich musical traditions of the South, this traveling band brings their signature sound to venues across Florida's Forgotten Coast.

D. Scott Riggs

D. Scott Riggs is a Gulf Coast based songwriter/musician that plays Panhandle Blues, a rich gumbo of Pre-War Delta, Piedmont, and Country Blues, with doses of Jazz, Gospel, Hokum, Cajun, and Jug music thrown in for flavor.

Janelle Frost

Janelle Frost is a published singer/songwriter, and one of the South’s most sought after performers. Her ability to play virtually any genre of music and build her shows around audience requests keeps her playing 5-10 shows every week all year round! Her original music is strongly rooted in rock and blues.

Hot Mess

Hot Mess brings the soulful rhythms of zydeco, swamp pop, Cajun, and Americana to the Forgotten Coast. Based in Apalachicola, this five-piece band features accordion-driven grooves, danceable beats, and an eclectic mix of covers and originals. With deep roots in the local music scene, their lively performances are a celebration of Gulf Coast culture, making them a hometown favorite for swingin’, swayin’, and good vibes.

ElevenOFive

ElevenOFive blends alternative, blues, folk, pop, and rock into a versatile sound perfect for North Florida’s casual, coastal venues. Based in Tallahassee, their live shows shift effortlessly from soulful grooves to upbeat covers, creating a lively, crowd-friendly vibe. Whether as a full band or the acoustic Madi & Alan Duo, their vocal-driven performances deliver a dynamic mix of energy and charm.

Old Porch Swing

String Band Swing done right! Old Porch Swing brings together five North Florida gents who’ve been pickin’ since they were kids: David on the fiddle, Dennis on the banjo, Ben on guitar, and Jim on bass, Mark Blair on the kit, and Everyone sings.

The Shaelynn Band

Baby Gray

Baby Gray is an acoustic duo blending soulful blues, funky rock, country, and pop into a lively, feel-good mix. Featuring Bobby Kennedy on guitar and vocals alongside Michelle Milligan’s expressive voice, their stripped-down setup delivers rich harmonies and dynamic grooves. Rooted in Gulf County, they bring versatile energy to beachside bars and intimate venues, making every performance a warm, engaging experience.

Sauce Boss

Sauce Boss, aka Bill Wharton, is a Florida blues icon who combines slide guitar mastery with culinary flair, cooking gumbo live on stage as part of his performance. Armed with gritty vocals, searing guitar licks, and his own hot sauce, he blends swampy blues with a communal vibe, serving up food and music with equal passion. Known for his high-energy shows and local roots, Sauce Boss turns every gig into a feast for the senses.

Ray Cashman

Ray Cashman delivers gritty, Southern-steeped blues with a style he calls "Texassippi," blending Texas and Mississippi influences. Raised near Conroe, Texas, he pairs masterful fingerpicking and amplified foot percussion with a soulful voice and vivid storytelling. A seasoned performer with decades of experience, Cashman’s music channels front-porch roots and hard-hitting blues, making for a raw, dynamic live experience.

Out Back Alley

Out Back Alley delivers a lively fusion of blues, country, and rock with Southern charm. Based in Dothan, Alabama, they’re a familiar name on Gulf Coast stages, from Panama City Beach to the Forgotten Coast. Their energetic sets mix gritty blues riffs, country classics, and rock favorites, making them a hit in both roadhouses and tiki bars. Perfect for fans of rootsy, feel-good live music.

Blues Meets Girl

Blues Meets Girl is a dynamic duo blending Delta and Chicago blues with soulful roots. British blues veteran Mr. Downchild (Steev Inglish), mentored by Robert Lockwood Jr., brings fiery slide guitar and harmonica, while Texas-born Kasimira’s powerhouse vocals evoke Big Mama Thornton and Etta James. Together, they deliver smoky originals and blues classics, live as a duo or full band.

John Ford

Bird Chamberlain

Bird Chamberlain leads Dirty Bird & The Flu, a Southern-fried funk, blues, and soul-fusion band hailing from Valdosta, Georgia. Known for their high-energy performances, the group blends influences like Ray Charles, Otis Redding, and J Dilla into a groove-driven sound that’s equal parts swampy and soulful. With a dynamic lineup and a decade of Forgotten Coast gigs under their belt, they’re guaranteed to get the dance floor moving.

Otha Allen Jr

Otha Allen Jr blends Southern blues, rock, and soul into groove-driven performances that feel both classic and fresh. A singer-songwriter with a knack for originals and reimagined covers, he moves seamlessly between heartfelt tunes like “Living How I Feel” and bluesy takes on favorites. With a sound steeped in tradition and a magnetic stage presence, Allen’s live shows promise an evening of rhythm and soul along the Forgotten Coast.

Ghost Town Blues Band

Ghost Town Blues Band brings Memphis grit and flair to the stage with a genre-bending blend of North Mississippi blues, New Orleans brass, and jam-band improvisation. Known for their energetic live shows, they march through the crowd with a second-line horn entrance and feature cigar box guitars, funky percussion, and soulful covers alongside originals. Billboard-charting and internationally acclaimed, they deliver a dynamic, roots-driven experience.

The Brotherland