The State Theatre

Singer, songwriter and guitar virtuouso Jimmy Thackery carved an enviable niche for himself in the world of electric blues. His hard-edged, tough-as-nails approach to guitar playing and his trio's driving rhythm section holds appeal for fans of both the straight-ahead blues of Muddy Waters and the roots rock of Bruce Springsteen. 

With albums titled 'The Fight is On' and 'Big Man Big Guitar' Popa Chubby's approach to blues is hard-hitting and in your face. Popa Chubby, with his larger-than-life persona, takes blues to the cutting edge, where it high-fives with its contemporary cousins- rock, rap and hip hop.