JIMMY WOLF

Jimmy Wolf is a singer-songwriter-guitarist who brings a new and exciting energy to the world of blues and rock. He takes the Delta-Chicago blues, 50's rock and R&B then mixes it with chainsaw guitar and overdriven voice to create a soulful music experience. Jimmy toured with Jimmy "Fast Fingers" Dawkins, Bill Doggett, and Larry "Texas Flood" Davis. He shared the stage with blues legends: Buddy Guy, Jr. Wells, Albert King, Albert Collins, Johnny Copeland, Millie Jackson and Little Johnny Taylor. Living in Memphis for five years; Jimmy was a regular on Beale St. playing the clubs and Handy park with bands consisting of Big-T, Jimmy Ellis, Fred Saunders, Jerome Miller, Ringo Jukes, Harry Bridgewater, Big Jerry and Levi Williams. Jimmy is a Turtle Clan Mohawk from upstate New York. He was nominated 4 times for "Best Blues Recording" at the 1999, 2000, 2008 and 2009 Native American Music Awards. Jimmy was also nominated for Best Blues recording at the 2008 and 2009 Syracuse Area Music Awards. He was awarded "First Nations Composer & American Composers Forum Grant" for outstanding performance and lasting contribution July 1st, 2008. Awarded "Best Blues Release" at the 10th annual Native American Music Awards Oct. 4th 2008.