Buddy Guy 90th Birthday Concert, Starring Eric Clapton, John Mayer, Jon Batiste and More, Scheduled for October
Guitar legend Buddy Guy is celebrating his 90th birthday with a star-studded concert at Radio City Music Hall on October 1.
📍 Where it landed
Buddy Guy announced a 90th birthday concert at Radio City Music Hall featuring artists such as Eric Clapton, John Mayer, and Jon Batiste. The celebration also included the announcement of the BG90 tour.
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The obvious questions
When and where will the birthday concert take place?
The concert is scheduled for October 1 at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.
Which artists are performing at the event?
The lineup includes Eric Clapton, John Mayer, Jon Batiste, Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks, and Joe Bonamassa.
Is Buddy Guy planning any other performances?
According to GuitarPlayer.com, Buddy Guy is preparing for the BG90 tour.
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Buddy Guy has announced a lavish 90th birthday celebration featuring a concert in New York City. The event, titled "Buddy’s Got the Blues: A 90th Birthday Concert Celebration," will take place at Radio City Music Hall on October 1.
Coverage from Rolling Stone, Variety, and Pollstar emphasizes the high-profile lineup of guest performers. Confirmed artists include Eric Clapton, John Mayer, Jon Batiste, Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks, and Joe Bonamassa.
Guitar World describes the event as potentially the "gig of the year." Beyond the single birthday event, GuitarPlayer.com reports that Buddy Guy is preparing to return to the road with the BG90 tour.
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