John Nemeth: If you are a blues fan, he is your man!

John Nemeth is an acclaimed blues and soul musician famous for his distinctive vocal and harmonica skills.

His career spans over two decades, marked by a series of albums that mix dance grooves with soulful ballads. His musical palette is also enriched by his witty and socially conscious songwriting.

Recently, Nemeth was honored with the 2024 Blues Music Award as Soul Blues Male Artist. A clear testimony to his influence on the genre. His live performances are known for energy and passion, which really captivates the audience. I had the good fortune to see John Nemeth in concert on June 29, 2024 at Underværket in Randers. His performance was a special musical highlight for me. Here he showed his unique talent while his band The Blue Dreamers consisting of very skilled musicians backed him.

John Nemeth’s discography is a vivid journey through blues, soul, gospel and pop, showing his development as an artist. His debut album, “The Jack of Harps”, was self-released in 2002, marking the beginning of a prolific recording career. This album was followed by “Come and Get It” in 2004, further establishing him with his unique blend of electric blues and soulful melodies.

The critically acclaimed “Magic Touch” in 2007, produced by Anson Funderburgh and starring Junior Watson, earned him a Blues Music Award nomination for ‘Best New Artist Debut’. His subsequent albums, “Love Me Tonight” (2009) and “Name the Day!” (2010), both reached number 6 on the Billboard Top Blues Albums Chart, cementing his place in the blues genre. “Blues Live” and “Soul Live”, both released in 2012, capture the raw energy of his live performances.

More recent work include “Memphis Grease” (2014), “Feelin’ Freaky” (2017), and “Stronger Than Strong” (2020), each contributing to his rich musical legacy. His latest release, “May Be The Last Time” (2022), and the celebratory “Live From The Fallout Shelter: Celebrating 20 Years” (2023) reflect his continued passion and dedication to blues tradition.

If you are a fan of the blues and soul genres, then do yourself a big musical favor and listen to John Nemeth. He is simply one of a kind.

I have posted 3 videos as a taste of John Nemeth’s musical skills. Enjoy!