ERIC JOHANSON (New Orleans) stands at the forefrontof modern blues with a sound that fuses deep groove,raw guitar fire, and a forward-leaning rock edge.His Ruf Records debut, The Deep and the Dirty, surgedto #1 on the Billboard Blues Charts, marking a breakoutmoment that cemented Johanson as one of the genre’smost vital new voices.Leading a high-octane power trio, he performed in over100 cities across 10 countries in 2024 alone. In 2025,Johanson followed with another Top 10 Billboard release(Live In Mississippi), extensive U.S. touring, and sold-out headline shows across Europe, while his reputationfor electrifying live performances and word-of-mouthbuzz continues to fuel rapid audience growth.From Grammy-nominated collaborations with Big ChiefMonk Boudreaux, to direct support for artists like TheRecord Company, Samantha Fish, Tab Benoit, AndersOsborne, and North Mississippi Allstars, Johanson’swork has earned growing recognition from peers andcritics alike. With a new studio album slated for 2026,Johanson continues to push modern blues into bold,unfiltered territory.#1 BILLBOARD BLUES ARTIST6 RECORDS IN THE TOP 10 BILLBOARD CHARTS“Pushes the boundaries of blues/rock. Searing guitar work, and persuasive songwriting.”– American Songwriter“Top 25 New Blues Guitarists” - Guitar Player“Top 50 Blues Guitarists of All Time” - Total Guitar