29-30/10
Eric Bibb (US)
Following a remarkable run of creative output, One Mississippi continues Bibb’s extraordinary journey as one of the most vital and uplifting voices in contemporary blues. His 2023 album Ridin’ earned a Grammy nomination for Best Traditional Blues Album and was hailed as his “late-life classic.” With One Mississippi, he brings that same depth of conviction and artistry to a new collection of songs that are instantly memorable.
As Bibb himself says, “The title song of my new album, One Mississippi, was written by my high school friend, Janis Ian, with Fred Koller. This new collection of stories, from a not-too-distant American past and a tense global present, is a call for peace, justice, and unity in a divided world.”
Eric Bibb’s connection with Swedish audiences runs deep. His concerts—intimate, passionate and profoundly human—have long been cherished by fans across the country. These upcoming performances promise to be something truly special: a chance to hear songs from the new album. Alone on stage, surrounded by his beloved guitars.
Born into a lineage of activism, Eric’s father, the late Leon Bibb, was a key figure in the civil rights movement, marching alongside Dr. Martin Luther King. Immersed in the Village folk scene during his youth, Eric found inspiration in the visits of luminaries like Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, and Pete Seeger. Influenced deeply by the sounds of Odetta, Richie Havens, and Taj Mahal, he synthesized these elements into a style uniquely his own.
Beyond conventional genres, Bibb is labeled a bluesman, but he defies categorization, seamlessly sliding between musical realms. Grounded in the folk and blues tradition with contemporary sensibilities, Bibb’s music reflects his thoughts on current world events and his own lived experiences, whilst remaining entertaining, uplifting, inspirational and relevant.
The journey continues—deeper, bolder, and more connected than ever.
Following a remarkable run of creative output, One Mississippi continues Bibb’s extraordinary journey as one of the most vital and uplifting voices in contemporary blues. His 2023 album Ridin’ earned a Grammy nomination for Best Traditional Blues Album and was hailed as his “late-life classic.” With One Mississippi, he brings that same depth of conviction and artistry to a new collection of songs that are instantly memorable.
As Bibb himself says, “The title song of my new album, One Mississippi, was written by my high school friend, Janis Ian, with Fred Koller. This new collection of stories, from a not-too-distant American past and a tense global present, is a call for peace, justice, and unity in a divided world.”
Eric Bibb’s connection with Swedish audiences runs deep. His concerts—intimate, passionate and profoundly human—have long been cherished by fans across the country. These upcoming performances promise to be something truly special: a chance to hear songs from the new album. Alone on stage, surrounded by his beloved guitars.
Born into a lineage of activism, Eric’s father, the late Leon Bibb, was a key figure in the civil rights movement, marching alongside Dr. Martin Luther King. Immersed in the Village folk scene during his youth, Eric found inspiration in the visits of luminaries like Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, and Pete Seeger. Influenced deeply by the sounds of Odetta, Richie Havens, and Taj Mahal, he synthesized these elements into a style uniquely his own.
Beyond conventional genres, Bibb is labeled a bluesman, but he defies categorization, seamlessly sliding between musical realms. Grounded in the folk and blues tradition with contemporary sensibilities, Bibb’s music reflects his thoughts on current world events and his own lived experiences, whilst remaining entertaining, uplifting, inspirational and relevant.
The journey continues—deeper, bolder, and more connected than ever.