Wayne “The Train” Hancock

Since his stunning debut, Thunderstorms and Neon Signs in 1995, Wayne “The Train” Hancock has been the undisputed king of Juke Joint Swing–that alchemist’s dream of honky-tonk, western swing, blues, Texas rockabilly and big band. Wayne "The Train" Hancock Live Always an anomaly among his country music peers, Wayne’s uncompromising interpretation of the music he loves is in fact what defines him: steeped in tradition but never “retro”, bare bones but bone shaking, hardcore but with a swing. Like the comfortable crackle of a Wurlitzer 45 jukebox, Wayne is the embodiment of genuine, house rocking, hillbilly boogie. Little known fact: Wayne is the only Bloodshot artist to have had their CD taken aboard a space shuttle flight.

"Wayne Hancock has more Hank Sr. in him than either I or Hank Jr. He is the real deal.” --Hank III

“Hancock, who tosses out a roots mix of old country, roadhouse blues, western dance swing, boogie bop, and straight-up rockabilly, takes what was once old and makes it seem like it’s always been and always will be.” -- allmusic.com

Lenny Lashley 's Gang of One

There's no question about it: Lenny Lashley is an institution in New England. Whether appearing as part of a band or as a solo artist, the power of his songwriting connects with audiences from Boston to all corners of the globe.Turning his eye to both the injustices of the world and personal struggles closer to home, it is his honesty, compassion, and humanity that never fail to shine through and connect deeply with people. His long-running band "Darkbuster " is held in the highest of regards, but it’s through his solo project, Lenny Lashley’s Gang Of One, that he hopes to foster deeper, more meaningful connections — not just with the listener, but with himself. “As a singer/songwriter, I get more of a personal level connection with my solo music,” Lashley admits. “I’m more open and honest on a personal level with myself. A lot of times I write stuff in the moment and I don’t realize I’m giving myself advice.” Lenny Lashley Video