CHRISTONE KINGFISH INGRAM

well as contemporary heroes like Gary Clark Jr. and Lauryn Hill, there was one lesser-known name credited as a guest musician in album – generally considered the best blues release of 2017. That name was Christone Kingfish Ingram, who despite only being 16 years old at the time of recording his contributions for the track , played with the conviction and authority of an old blues master, much likes Gales himself. He’s been since spotted promoting the new Vintera series by Fender, covering Screamin’ Jay Hawkins’ hit on a Seafoam Green Strat. And as far as promotional material goes, they couldn’t have picked a better rising star to help translate their legacy to modern players. Hailing from Clarksdale – the birthplace of blues heroes like Robert Johnson and Muddy Waters – he’s a guitarist that looks set to carry the traditions of old into an incredibly bright future.