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Kenny Neal

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Kenny Neal, born in New Orleans, is a leading Baton Rouge swamp blues artist. Known for fresh takes on blues tradition, he played with Buddy Guy and debuted with "Big News from Baton Rouge!!" His 2016 album "Bloodline" was Grammy-nominated and won two Blues Music Awards in 2017. Neal, a genuine blues legend, captivates with his authentic style.

Concert Info

Genre: Rock, Blues

Witness the Kenny Neal concert in New Orleans at New Orleans Jazz Market on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Purchase your tickets!

Album Review

"The cover of Joe 'Survival' Caruso's "I Got To Tell Somebody" has arguably Kenny's best guitar work on the album, but, frankly, every track is great. Definitely recommended!" raves BLUES BLAST MAGAZINE (2022 Album Review of 'Straight from the Heart').

Kenny Neal: The Real Deal

GRAMMY® Award Nominee & 5x-Blues Music Award-Winning Guitarist, Singer and Songwriter KENNY NEAL is truly, 'The Real Deal' when it comes to Blues and Roots music. Kenny is a fixture at the Blues Music Awards! In 2023, he was Nominated for "Traditional Blues Album of the Year" ('Straight from the Heart'), and in 2017 & 2019 he won "Contemporary Blues Male Artist of the Year" and in 2017 he won "Contemporary Blues Album of the Year" ('Bloodline'). He has 12 Nominations and 5 Wins!

Latest Album and Collaborations

Kenny's latest acclaimed album, 'Straight from The Heart', came out in 2022, and includes collaborations with GRAMMY® Winner Christone "Kingfish" Ingram and Tito Jackson, among others. Kenny's 2016 album, 'Bloodline', was Nominated for a GRAMMY® Award for "Best Contemporary Blues Album."

Live Performances

Kenny and his 5-Piece Band are better than ever! "Kenny Neal is a true star of American music..." raves ROCK & BLUES MUSE, while LIVING BLUES MAGAZINE calls him "a gifted artist." The Kenny Neal Band's live shows are OUTSTANDING!