Nick Moss Band at New Glarus Brews, Blues & Food Festival
July 18 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
🎸 The Nick Moss Band — Artist Overview
The Nick Moss Band is one of the most electrifying acts in modern Chicago blues, led by guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Nick Moss—a veteran deeply rooted in traditional Chicago electric blues and known for his fiery guitar work, soulful vocals, and commanding stage presence. Moss is a Blues Music Award winner, a celebrated Alligator Records artist, and widely regarded as one of the genre’s most authentic torch‑carriers.
With Michael Ledbetter (until 2019) and now Dennis Gruenling, one of the world’s premier blues harmonica players, the band delivers a powerhouse blend of:
- Chicago blues
- Jump blues
- Rock‑infused electric blues
- Deep‑groove rhythm & blues
Their shows are known for blistering guitar‑harp interplay, tight musicianship, and a joyful, high‑energy connection with the audience.
🏆 Career Highlights
- Multiple Blues Music Awards, including Traditional Blues Album of the Year
- Longtime Alligator Records artist
- International touring across North America and Europe
- Critical acclaim from Living Blues, Blues Blast Magazine, and DownBeat
📀 Notable Albums
- The High Cost of Low Living
- Lucky Guy! (BMA winner)
- Here I Am
- From the Root to the Fruit
🎶 Style & Sound
Expect:
- Deep Chicago blues tradition
- Explosive guitar solos
- Virtuosic harmonica work from Dennis Gruenling
- Soulful vocals and tight rhythm section
- A show that feels both classic and freshly alive
