BLAIR CLARK & THE BACKING CREW: The Soul of the Blues

When Frank Folgmann's backing crew meets the charismatic US singer Blair Clark, an electrifying mix of soul, funk, jazz, and modern blues is created – a concert evening full of energy, emotion, and musical depth.

The singer and entertainer Blair Clark, hailing from Indianapolis (USA), has been captivating international audiences for years. With his powerful voice, natural charisma, and sense of groove, he has made stages in clubs, festivals, and concert halls across the USA, Canada, and Europe come alive. He has collaborated with greats such as Henry Butler, Najee, Ron Tyson (The Temptations), and Evelyn “Champagne” King. As a songwriter and producer, he has worked with Grammy Award winner Narada Michael Walden, BMI Award winner Preston Glass, and composer Michael Whittaker – from Los Angeles to Nashville and all the way to Germany.

Frank Folgmann, guitarist, producer, and cultural creator from Linz, has been a prominent figure in the Upper Austrian blues and jazz scene for many years. With his backing crew, he brings together an ensemble of outstanding musicians that captivates with their joy of playing, groove, and soulful virtuosity. Together, they create handmade, authentic music with depth, style, and an international sound – always marked by passion and a keen sense of musical atmosphere.

Under the motto “The Soul of the Blues,” Blair Clark & Frank Folgmann’s backing crew bring the sound of the American South to Linz – captivating, soulful, and irresistibly grooving. An evening that celebrates blues and soul music – as vibrant as one rarely hears today.