BLUESROCK LEGEND
Walter Trout is considered by experts to be one of the best guitarists of all time. He has played with greats such as John Lee Hooker and John Mayall and was a member of the legendary Canned Heat. As a solo artist, the blues rocker from Ocean City, New Jersey, has already released over 30 albums. In fall 2026, Walter Trout will be coming to Z7 with his current album "Sign Of The Times" and songs from five decades of his career.
Walter Trout, who celebrates his 75th birthday on March 6, feels right at home on stage. Every show by the thoroughbred musician is a feast for the senses for blues and rock enthusiasts. Few artists play with as much fire, soul and honesty as Walter Trout. For over five decades, this blues rock titan has put his heart into every note, processing the highs and lows of life in his unmistakable guitar sound and his experienced voice. In 2026, Walter returns to European stages to wow us with his extraordinary skills. Every single show is a celebration of survival, a defiant outcry and a soul connection united by the unbreakable spirit of the blues. From soulful ballads to infectious rock anthems, Trout's live shows are raw, emotional journeys that overwhelm audiences. Accompanied by a world-class band, in which his son Jon has also been masterfully playing the guitar strings for several years. The father-son duels have become one of the outstanding highlights of every Trout show.
In 2025, the tireless artist released his latest album "Sign Of The Times". Great artists feel the pulse of the times. In his half century as a social observer and mercilessly honest songwriter, Walter Trout has never dictated to his fans what they should think, feel, politically represent or scribble on their protest posters. But at a time when the whole world is bursting at the seams on the front lines of modern life, the new album is an outcry and the outlet we all desperately need. "I wanted to express the anger and fear in the world," says the musician. "For me, writing these songs was therapy. They're not just about what's happening out there, but also about how it affects us in our heads. 'Sign Of The Times' was just the obvious title." Walter Trout is coming to Pratteln again in November with the new songs. Whether you've known him since the Bluesbreakers days or are just discovering him, this is your chance to experience a true icon in his element. Unadulterated and without frills. With real music, real stories and pure energy.
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