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Hans Theesink

House Band

0	LONDON: The Kalamazoo Klub @ The King's Head
P	Friday 8th May, 2009
N	8:30pm

Event information

We've had an American in Paris, but a Dutchman in Vienna? And one who has dedicated himself, body and soul, to American blues and roots music? Okay, Hans Theessink (pronounced Tay-sink) did not pick the easiest way to do this, but he has done so with a certain degree of single-mindedness.
In the early 1960s a love of the Blues took hold of the man whom Bo Diddley described as "one helluva guitar player" and it has not let go since. Country blues especially impressed Hans and played a role in his development as a musician. His roots are in the blues but he's also been influenced by countless aspects of roots music.

Hans is probably one of the top blues and roots musicians worldwide who has entertained audiences around the globe during a musical career that spans over more than 35 years. The world's leading bluespaper - US magazine Blues Revue wrote: "Hans Theessink is an international blues treasure. He is one of the world's pre-eminent country pickers and his warm baritone expresses blues".

Hans has released 20 albums. "Banjoman", the tribute project to Derroll Adams produced with Arlo Guthrie, was recently nominated for a Grammy.

In 2004 Hans got the Austrian Amadeus award for Songs from the Southland, a tribute to the music of the American South - a constant source of inspiration and companion on his musical journey. A Danish Music Award for best blues album followed in 2005. His most recent CD, Bridges - is nominated for the Amadeus. His' latest work is a DVD, Live in Concert, A Blues & Roots Revue.

For more information and to see our other gigs, go to www.kalamazooklub.co.uk

www.theesink.com

Please note: The King's Head is not an all-seated venue. If you need / want a seat, please be sure to arrive early.