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Richard Thompson’s impact on music is unparalleled. A co-founder of Fairport Convention as a teenager in the '60s, Thompson helped pioneer British Folk Rock before launching a remarkable solo career spanning over three decades. His collaborations with his then-wife Linda Thompson and his solo projects have cemented his reputation as a trailblazing artist.Thompson's accolades include an OBE awarded by Queen Elizabeth II, and recognition from Rolling Stone as one of the Top 100 Guitarists of All Time. The Los Angeles Times hailed him as “the finest rock songwriter after Dylan and the best electric guitarist since Hendrix.” He has earned lifetime achievement awards from the BBC Radio 2 Awards, the Americana Music Association, and the Ivor Novello Awards. His song "1952 Vincent Black Lightning" was named one of TIME’s “100 Greatest Songs Since 1923.” Tickets elktonmusichall.com
Artists including Robert Plant, Elvis Costello, and Bonnie Raitt have recorded his work. Thompson's Grammy-nominated albums and soundtrack contributions, such as Werner Herzog's *Grizzly Man* and *The Cold Blue*, showcase his diverse talent. His album, *Ship to Shore*, out May 31, 2024 is his first studio album in six years.
Guitarist, singer-songwriter Michael “Kid” Davis (of Wilmington, Delaware), has been lighting up stages with his original approach to rockabilly, roots, and rock and roll music for over four decades.
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Elkton Music Hall, 107 North Street,Elkton,MD,United States
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