Performing artists

Tommy Castro: Celebrated blues rock guitarist/songwriter/vocalist Tommy Castro unleashes his fresh, forward-leaning new album, THE DEVIL YOU KNOW, on Alligator Records on January 21, 2014. Multiple Blues Music Award-winner Castro, along with his fiery new band, The Painkillers, strips his music down to its raw essence as he rockets into the next phase of his storied career. The Washington Post calls Castro, ³Phenomenal and funkyŠsoulful vocals and inspired guitar.² With THE DEVIL YOU KNOW, Castro -- The Painkillers blazing behind him -- unleashes an instant classic. Each song comes loaded with emotional depth and muscular hooks courtesy of Castro¹s soulful singing, insightful lyrics, and dynamic, potent guitar playing. Billboard says Castro plays ³irresistible, contemporary blues-rockŠstreet-level blues & soul.²