Blues Caravan 2026 Live Elise Frank, Laura Chavez, Matthew Curry

• 1 Lazy Poker Blues 03:19
• 2 I'm Smoking 04:31
• 3 How Did I 04:04
• 4 She's A Bird 04:47
• 5 Bullfrog Blues 03:54
• 6 Rum Stumblin' 04:00
• 7 Rather Float A River 04:21
• 8 Whiskey Rock A Roller 04:07
• 9 Shine On 06:41
• 10 Born On The Bayou 03:34
• 11 Mind Your Step 04:54
• 12 Wanderer 04:48
• 13 So Long Baby, Goodbye 02:50
• 14 Green River 03:07
• 15 Under My Thumb 05:08
• 16 Have Love Will Travel 03:28
• 17 Blue Jean Blues 06:07
• Total Runtime 01:13:40

Info for Blues Caravan 2026 Live

With the release of "Blues Caravan 2026 – Live", Ruf Records celebrates the 20th anniversary of a concert series that has become one of the most important launching pads for international blues talent. Recorded on January 31, 2026, at the renowned Blues Garage in Isernhagen, Germany, the set captures an extraordinary evening filled with energy, musicianship and the spirit that has defined the Blues Caravan for two decades.

Since its inception, the Blues Caravan has helped numerous artists take the next step in their careers. Former participants such as Ana Popovic, Samantha Fish, Aynsley Lister and Joanne Shaw Taylor have gone on to become some of the most celebrated names in contemporary blues.

The 2026 anniversary edition brings together three outstanding artists representing different facets of today's blues scene. Award-winning Californian guitarist Laura Chavez, whose work with Candye Kane, Nikki Hill, Vanessa Collier and Mitch Ryder has earned her widespread recognition, made her Blues Caravan debut as a solo artist. Alongside her, American blues rocker Matthew Curry impressed with his powerful blend of blues, rock and Americana, a style that has already brought him to the stage with artists such as Peter Frampton, the Steve Miller Band, the Doobie Brothers and Blackberry Smoke. Completing the line-up was French newcomer Elise Frank, who has already made a name for herself on prestigious European festival stages with her band FRANK and who adds fresh energy and a distinctive European touch to the line-up.

True to the Blues Caravan tradition, the evening opens with a joint performance by all three artists, followed by individual sets before the musicians reunite for the show's grand finale. These spontaneous collaborations and the unique chemistry between the performers have always been at the heart of what makes the Blues Caravan experience so special.

"Blues Caravan 2026 – Live" captures that atmosphere in all its authenticity. More than just a concert recording, the release serves as both a celebration of twenty years of Blues Caravan history and a testament to the enduring power of live music, exceptional guitar playing and genuine musical passion.

Laura Chavez, guitar
Elise Frank, vocals, guitar
Matthew Curry, vocals, guitar
Tomek Germann, bass
Léa Worms, keyboards
Denis Palatin, drums

Live recording from the Blues Garage in Isernhagen from January 31, 2026.

Laura Chavez
who was born in California, is undoubtedly the most established of them all. An exceptionally gifted guitarist, she was for many years the driving musical force behind the band of the late singer Candye Kane (Blues Caravan 2005 and 2008). She has also played countless gigs with Nikki Hill, Vanessa Collier and rock ’n’ roll legend Mitch Ryder. Chavez knows how to thrill an audience with her steady rhythm guitar and explosive electric guitar solos. Her reputation as one of the very best on the blues scene was confirmed by the Blues Foundation in 2023 when Chavez became the first woman to win the Blues Music Award for ‘Best Instrumentalist – Guitar’.

Matthew Curry
is a real insider’s tip for anyone familiar with the blues and rock scene. The American has been performing on stages across North America for over a decade, thrilling audiences with his unmistakable sound that blends blues, rock and Americana. He has shared the stage with major artists such as Peter Frampton, the Steve Miller Band, the Doobie Brothers and Blackberry Smoke.

Elise Frank
The French singer, songwriter and guitarist Elise Frank is by no means a newcomer, but she is a young artist to watch. She has been the frontwoman of her own electric blues and rock band, FRANK, since 2021, and has performed at leading European music events such as the Cognac Blues Passions Festival in France and the Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival. She is sure to open a few eyes during the Blues Caravan tour.

Booklet for Blues Caravan 2026 Live