The finalists of the Swiss Blues Challenge 2024
The showdown of the Swiss Blues Challenge will take place on Thursday, June 13, 2024, as part of the Sierre Blues Festival in Sierre.
These four finalists, chosen from the candidates by the jury of the Swiss Blues Society, will perform live and compete for the title of 'Swiss Blues Challenge Winner'.
DimeBlend
Line Up: Chiara Ruggeri (vocals); Max Frapolli (guitar, vocals); Claudio Bodini (keys, organ); Mauro Fiero (bass); Roby Panzeri (drums).
Golden Vultures
Line Up: Yari Copt (vocals); Yannick Rinvi (guitar); Andrea Zinzi (guitar); Eveline Lucchini (bass); Sebastian Rigo (drums, vocals); Enea Adami (keys, vocals).
Mark Slate & Rotosphere.
Line Up: Nic Niedermann (guitar, vocals); Eddie Miles Walker (drums); Thom Wettstein (bass); Gregor Loepfe (piano); Mark Slate (vocals).
Rawland
Line Up: Roland Pierrehumbert (vocals, harp, cigar box guitar, dobro); Cédric Gander (percussion); Nick Thornton (bass, vocals); Lyo Sickyy (guitar).
Since its inception, the Swiss Blues Challenge has solidified its position as an essential platform for discovering and supporting emerging Swiss blues artists. Each year, outstanding musicians vie for the coveted title of "Best Swiss Blues Band," with the final serving as the climax of this intense and passionate competition.
Nestled amidst the picturesque Swiss Alps, the stage of the Sierre Blues Festival provides an idyllic setting for this night of blues. Carefully selected by a panel of blues experts, the finalists will perform before an enthusiastic audience and a discerning jury comprising renowned figures from the music scene.
Each finalist brings their own unique touch to the blues, spanning from delta blues to blues rock to traditional and contemporary blues. Expect passionate performances, breathtaking guitar solos, captivating harmonica melodies, and powerful vocals that will immerse you in the deep and emotional world of the blues.
The evening not only promises to crown the best Swiss blues band but also to celebrate the diversity and richness of the blues in Switzerland. Whether you're a seasoned blues enthusiast or simply seeking a captivating musical experience, the Swiss Blues Challenge final at the Sierre Blues Festival is a must-attend event.
Join us on June 13, 2024, and dive into an unforgettable night of blues at the Sierre Blues Festival, where music transcends boundaries and Swiss talent shines brightly on the blues stage.
