Eureka Springs Blues Weekend 2012
May 31 through June 3, 2012
Artist Bios

Tommy Castro- The Auditorium
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Ever since he first picked up a guitar, Tommy Castro believed. He believed he would not only be able to make a living playing music, but could develop his own signature sound, fusing blues with R&B and roots rock ‘n’ roll. And he has done just that. Castro began his career playing in local Bay Area cover bands prior to joining the nationally touring R&B party band, The Dynatones. Since forming his own band and relentlessly touring the world, he has become one of the blues’ top drawing artists and best-loved performers, known worldwide for his impassioned vocals, forceful guitar work, striking songwriting and galvanizing live show. Castro’s contagious, boyish energy and his uncanny ability to connect one-on-one with his fans – who often travel great distances to watch him play — have made him and his horn-fueled band among the blues world’s busiest, most popular acts.

Tommy Castro is a two-time winner of the prestigious BB King Entertainer of the Year Award, and one of those years he also took home the award for Contemporary Blues Male of the Year. He and his band have twice been honored for Contemporary Blues Album of the Year and once for Band of the Year. Castro has become a favorite on the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise, leading to several Legendary Rhythm & Blues Revue tours and recordings with guest artists like Deanna Bogart, Rick Estrin, Debbie Davies, Michael Burks, and Joe Louis Walker. This year Tommy and his band are up for a total of five BMAs, including BB King Entertainer of the Year, Band of the Year, Contemporary Blues Album of the Year for Tommy Castro Presents The Legendary Rhythm & Blues Revue--Live! , Contemporary Blues Male Artist, and Instrumentalist (Horn) for Keith Crossan, Tommy's sax player. In total, Tommy and his band have been honored with 16 BMA nominations and six wins.

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