Billy Bob's hosts its first Blues weekend. On 16 and 17 January 2009.

Friday 16 January
Peter Nathanson - 8:30 p.m.
Boston native and genuine American blues man Peter Nathanson is one step ahead of the rest with a unique and modern style. One of his generation's most talented blues men, he has an innate sense of tune, timing, and emotion.

Neal Black & The Healers - 9:15 p.m.
Singer and guitarist Neal Black began his career in New York. Now living in France, he displays his talent throughout the country and all across Europe. With a style combining blues, rock, jazz and country, he has given performances in major music festivals and has stunned endless audiences with his electric and acoustic guitar playing.
 
Eric Bibb Trio - 10:30 p.m.
Born in New York, this blues singer and songwriter is now based in London. Eric Bibb's music has roots in the Blues but also boast elements from folk, country, gospel and soul music. He has been nominated once at the Grammy Awards and twice at the WC Handy Awards for his solo recordings.


Saturday 17 January
Chris Lancry - 8:30 p.m.
This regular of French clubs and music festivals has several albums under his belt and has participated on albums of Bill Deraime, from the group Autour du Blues. His original and traditional guitar style, his bluesy harmonica, and his country blues repertoire allow him to continue a stage career peppered with recordings on specialised labels.

Fred Chapellier Blues Band - 9:15 p.m.
This well-known blues musician has toured across France and Europe for nearly fifteen years. With over one thousand concerts under his belt, Fred Chapellier is at ease on stage. After mastering the blues in his mother tongue, he is currently preparing an album in English with Neal Black.

Dennis Jones Band - 10:30 p.m.
This musician from Los Angeles is the festival's revelation.
After countless appearances in blues clubs and festivals in California, Arizona and Nevada, he has recently set off on a tour of Europe to show off his powerful blues talent.