Duke Robillard

Michael John "Duke" Robillard is a celebrated American guitarist, singer, songwriter and bandleader from Woonsocket, Rhode Island, renowned for his mastery of blues, jump R&B, swing and roots rock. Co-founder of Roomful of Blues in 1967 and former member of the Fabulous Thunderbirds (1990-1993), he has released over 35 solo albums including 'Duke's Blues' and 'Blue Mood: The Songs of T-Bone Walker'. A four-time Blues Music Award winner for Best Blues Guitarist and two-time Grammy nominee, he is hailed as a 'guitarist's guitarist' for his warm, vintage sound and versatility across Texas, Chicago and Kansas City blues, jazz and swing.